Title and Board Action Requested
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Approve the Purchase of Simulator Enhancements Supporting Cybersecurity and Information Technology Instruction from Apex Industries, LLC (d/b/a SimCraft) and Authorize the Issuance of a Purchase Order in an Estimated Amount of $65,000.00
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Executive Summary
The Supervisor of College and Career Programs, on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby requests the Board to approve the purchase of additional simulator equipment and components from SimCraft to enhance instructional opportunities within Hernando County School District's technology programs.
The SimCraft Racing Simulators are being used as a hands-on platform to introduce students to real-world cybersecurity and information technology concepts. Students have developed a custom program to network the simulators, gaining valuable experience in system integration, server management, and network configuration. This additional purchase will allow students to further expand these technical skills while also building and configuring a simulator, creating deeper opportunities to explore cybersecurity, troubleshooting, hardware installation, and information technology career pathways through authentic, project-based learning experiences.
The purchase supports Career and Technical Education (CTE) program expansion and aligns with workforce demands in high-skill, high-wage technology fields. Funding for this initiative will be provided through approved grant funding sources. No General Fund dollars will be used for this purchase.
My Contact
Beth Lastra
Supervisor of College and Career Programs
352-797-7000 ext. 70474
lastra_b@hcsb.k12.fl.us
2023-28 Strategic Focus Area
Priority 1: Student Success
Financial Impact
See attached budget sheet.
If expenditure is not currently budgeted, this will serve as the budget amendment when Board approved. If the agenda item includes the purchase of goods or services, the funds requested are an anticipated amount and may fluc...
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