Approve the Purchase of the School Choice Module for the 2024-25 School Year Attachments: ( 2 ) School Choice Module Quote Discussion: Is this more cost effective than having our technology department work on a solution? Response: As part of our ongoing software and hardware optimization process, we made the decision not to renew the School Mint contract (Enrollment and Choices Program). When it c

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9.C.2.e. Approve the Purchase of the School Choice Module for the 2024-25 School Year Attachments: ( 2 ) School Choice Module Quote Discussion: Is this more cost effective than having our technology department work on a solution? Response: As part of our ongoing software and hardware optimization process, we made the decision not to renew the School Mint contract (Enrollment and Choices Program). When it comes to improving school enrollment and choices program, our strategy was to ensure the following: 1. Simplify enrollment process and prioritize end user experience: Ensure the system is accessible to all users, across various devices and platforms using Parent Portal (one stop shop for parents). 2. Cost analysis and value: Evaluate total costs, including setup, training, maintenance, and timeline ensuring pricing aligns with expected AROI (Academic Return on Investment) 3. Integration Capabilities: Ensure seamless integration with existing Student Information System. 4. Data security and compliance: Measures to protect sensitive student data and comply with relevant education and privacy regulations. We had 2 options: Focus & Internal Technology Solution. With the above considerations, we were well equipped to navigate with the selection process and ended up with Focus solution. The key parameter that tipped the scale with Focus was one stop solution for our parents and seamless integration with our existing Student Information System.