Trustees approved installing interactive display boards in every classroom in CISD to enhance student engagement and higher-level learning.
A committee comprised of teachers, administrators, SPED, Technology, Maintenance and an outside consultant selected the BenQ Pro interactive displays at a total cost of $3,288,544.00.
Funds for the technology purchase will come from the voter-approved Bond 2023 program.
This decision was based on a comprehensive evaluation of several key factors, including the total cost of ownership, training costs, the longevity of the displays and their effectiveness in enhancing classroom instruction. The committee's assessment ensured the chosen displays would provide the best value and support for educational needs.
With board approval, Crowley ISD will add Styrofoam recycling units at all elementary campuses to help the district continue to be environmentally friendly and reduce waste.
Crowley ISD is now the only district in the state to have 100 percent of its campuses with StyroGenies. The district already had the units at middle and high schools.
The total cost for the addition of the StyroGenies at 17 campuses is $481,100, which will come from the 240 Child Nutrition account.
StyroGenie can dispose of 1,800 trays at once, allowing campuses to run machines one to two times weekly. The process reduces trays into small bricks for safe disposal. One brick equals about 1,000 trays.
Benefits
• Reduce styrofoam waste volumes by 95%
• Significantly reduces landfill volumes
• Fewer carbon emissions from reduced waste hauling
The Crowley ISD Communications and Marketing Department collected 35 state awards, including three "Best Of Category" honors, for its work telling the stories and accomplishments of Crowley ISD students, staff and school board trustees at the annual Texas School Public Relations Association (TSPRA) conference, which took place Feb. 17-20 in San Antonio.
