Cisco Meraki Digital Solutions for K-12 Education Jason Clarke CCIE#6948 Cisco Meraki Consulting Systems Engineer

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Why Meraki for K-12

Key Drivers for Schools Network Scaling Need to support standardized online testing Support increased clients without network slow-down Digital Learning BYOD and 1:1 learning initiatives Content delivered digitally at school and at home Analytical Decisions Use technology to measure student learning in real time Track behavior and progress for personalized learning Security & Compliance Provide a safe and secure learning environment Protect data and comply with security regulations

Key Challenges for IT Teams Managing More Devices: Whether school-owned or student-owned, it’s crucial to control what content students and teachers can access from devices - even when they are not on campus. Keeping Schools Secure: With technology becoming a core part of education strategies, school security is increasingly important to ensure that students and faculty are safe and secure. Doing More with Finite Resources: With limited IT budgets to support digital learning initiatives, existing budgets need to go further, while existing costs need to decrease through network optimizations.

Meraki for K-12 IT Teams High-Density: High performing wireless without the high maintenance; designed to deliver in classrooms of all sizes for improved student learning Safety and Security: Keep students, teachers, and staff safe with endpoint, network, and physical security solutions Built-in tools: Easy to use, out-of-the-box analytics and tools deliver best-in-class IT and enable remote network management and troubleshooting Endpoint Management: Manage thousands of iOS, Android, Mac, and PC devices from a single dashboard, making 1:1 programs a reality

The Cloud Increases IT Efficiency MANAGEABILITY SCALABILITY COST SAVINGS Turnkey installation and management with integrated, always up-to-date features through the Meraki dashboard Scales from one building to an entire campus, to multiple campuses min just a couple of clicks Reduces operational costs with less time spent on day-to-day network maintenance or managing separate systems

The Meraki Cloud: Always Secure Cloud-Managed No traffic passes through Meraki cloud Compliance Can fully support a CIPA-compliant network Automation Firmware and security updates are automatic Up-to-date Security audits & daily penetration testing Full Stack Cloud solution for devices, network and physical

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