Immersion programs, also known as one-to-one computing, provide computers and Internet access for every student with the goals of increasing student engagement, increasing student learning and achievement, and expanding learning beyond the classroom. Many districts and schools around the country have successfully implemented immersion programs utilizing various funding approaches.
Possible funding options include:
- Federal Title II D, IDEA, and E-rate grants
- State monies
- Local monies
- Grant funding
- Private foundations
- Community foundations
- Parents
- Student fees
- Textbook funds
- Lease versus purchase
Immersion Funding Resources
Consortium of School Networking (CoSN) (2006). A Report and Estimating Tool for K-12 Districts One-to-One Student Computing, Total Cost of Ownership, Value of Investment, District 1 TCO/VOI Case Study.
Consortium of School Networking (CoSN) (2006). A Report and Estimating Tool for K-12 Districts One-to-One Student Computing, Total Cost of Ownership, Value of Investment, District 2 TCO/VOI Case Study.
Consortium of School Networking (CoSN) (2006). A Report and Estimating Tool for K-12 Districts One-to-One Student Computing, Total Cost of Ownership, Value of Investment, District 3 TCO/VOI Case Study.
NH (2007). One-to-One Computing in Middle Schools. NH raised over $1.2 million from 24 private organizations for this program. Private funding enabled the program to proceed more quickly than programs funded with traditional sources.
State Educational Technology Directors Association