Case Study: Parkland School Division extends internet access for students and the wider community with Compugen and Cisco

Parkland School Division extends Internet access to 10,000 students with Compugen

Parkland School Division, a K-12 school board serving 10,000 students, faced a significant challenge when the pandemic lockdown threatened to disrupt remote learning for students in rural areas without home internet access. Partnering with vendor Compugen and utilizing Cisco networking technology, the division needed to find a way to extend its network beyond school walls to ensure educational equity for all students.

Compugen implemented a solution involving $2 million in upgrades to Cisco switching and WiFi access points. This extended the school's network to parking lots, allowing students and community members to connect for free. The results were immediate, providing vital internet access for learning and work, enabling teachers to conduct classes from their familiar classrooms, and strengthening community ties. The project successfully bridged the technology gap for students and residents during a critical time.

Parkland School Division