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2026 BUYERS GUIDE

METAA Chief Technology Officer

Certificate Online Course

ABOUT THE COURSE:

In response to the technological challenges faced by schools in recent years, METAA is offering a rigorous 14-week online course designed to build competencies in the ten essential skills required for educational technology directors. This course is suitable for both prospective and current technology directors and is designed to cover three primary categories: Leadership & Vision, Understanding the Educational Environment, and Managing Technology & Support Resources. Participants will earn 3 Fitchburg State University (FSU) credits, 67.5 PDPs, and the METAA CTO Certificate upon successful completion of this course.

The course consists of readings, activities, online discussion posts, reflections, on-line sessions, a final essay, and a project portfolio. Students should expect to work about 5 asynchronous hours per week, depending on their expertise in the ten skill areas the course covers.

The course offers the advantage of working in an online cohort format, which allows students to share learning, experience, and expertise in each of the skill areas.

Two Zoom informational sessions are offered. One at the beginning of the course to discuss the course outline, the weekly posting schedule, and student expectations. A second Zoom session is offered toward the end of the course to review the requirements of the final project and the digital portfolio. An additional Zoom session, as part of one of the modules, will be offered with a guest presenter who will focus on a specific area of technology management and integration.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a course grade. Student work will also be evaluated to receive the METAA CTO Certificate through the METAA CTO Course Committee’s review of each student’s LiveBinder portfolio including the final project. This certificate provides employers verification that they will be hiring, or have hired, a technology administrator who possesses the vast knowledge and skills necessary to be an effective educational technology leader in the K-12 environment. This certificate

is different from other certification programs, like the CoSN CETL certification which requires four years’ experience as a technology director. Prerequisite Degrees: A bachelor’s or master’s degree is highly recommended

COURSE INFORMATION:

as a prerequisite for this course. (Please note that the current Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary (DESE) Education Director Certification – Generalist requires a master’s degree.)

Course Duration: July 13, 2026 – October 18, 2026

The course consists of 12 weeks of instruction related to the skill areas and two additional weeks allotted for the final project.

Course Cost: $2000 (non-refundable)

Location: Online (Students will submit work online weekly – expect about 5 hours of work per week. Students will collaborate asynchronously within the weekly schedule.)

To receive the Course Registration Form and more course details, please complete the requested information at the link by June 21, 2026. Click the button to receive more information.

Click here to complete the Course information Request Form

The Course Registration Process will be sent out to those who have completed the requested information at the link. Upon completion of the request form, the course syllabus, FSU registration process, and METAA payment process will be provided.

The Course Registration Process must be completed by July 1, 2026.

Graduate Credits: 3 (through Framingham State University)

Course registration provides access to: FSU course site, CoSN reference materials for one year, and LiveBinder Portfolio.

Email any questions to course instructors: Loretta Cannistraci: lcannistraci@techdirectors.org OR Jeff Liberman: jliberman@techdirectors.org

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Leading EdTech Innovation Together: METAA’s Commitment to You

Dear Colleagues,

As we step into 2026, the role of the Education Technology leader has never been more pivotal. We aren’t just managing infrastructure; we are the architects of innovation and the change agents defining the future of student learning. Your creativity and dedication ensure that every student in our Commonwealth has access to a truly modern, high-quality education.

METAA, your state chapter of CoSN, remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting you. Whether you are navigating your first year in leadership or are a seasoned veteran, our collective strength lies in our collaboration.

To foster this growth, we continue to expand the initiatives designed to empower you and your districts:

f Active Listservs: Direct lines to peer support for Technology Leaders, Technical Specialists, and Data Specialists.

f The Annual CTO Clinic & Cybersecurity Summit: Our premier gathering for professional development and networking.

f The new reimagined METAA App Navigator: A vital understanding of your resources and ensuring Student Data Privacy

f Massachusetts CTO Certification & Mentorship: Formalizing excellence and supporting the next generation of leaders

f State & National Advocacy: Ensuring our voices are heard where policy is made.

This METAA Virtual Buyers Guide is your definitive roadmap for EdTech in Massachusetts. Within these pages, you will find the partners and solution providers who understand our unique landscape. Many of these solution providers will be joining us at our 17th Annual METAA CTO Clinic, ready to help you solve your district’s most pressing challenges.

We extend a sincere thank you to our sponsors; their unwavering support is what allows our mission to thrive. We are honored to work alongside you as we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in our schools.

On behalf of the METAA Board of Directors, thank you for your continued partnership and leadership.

Jim Sullivan, METAA President

BOARD OFFICERS

PRESIDENT

Jim Sullivan

VICE PRESIDENT

Dr. Lee McCanne

SECRETARY

Kadion Phillips

TREASURER

Rich Bykowski

BOARD

MEMBERS

Eric Bouvier

Luke Callahan

John Collins

Natalie Croteau

Jonathan Gallishaw

Jenn Judkins

Jeffery Liberman

Tim Rapoza

Jonathan Schmid

Annamaria

Schrimpf

Holly Thyng

Stephanie Whitaker

Taylor Wrye

MEMBERS EMERITUS

Gail Callahan

Loretta

Cannistraci

Mike Minihane

STAFF MEMBERS

EXECUTIVE

DIRECTOR

Jim Flanagan

OPERATIONS ASSISTANT

Laurie Sachs

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METAA App Navigator

The METAA App Navigator, powered by GoTeacher, is a free, member-exclusive benefit.

Schools and districts can activate the free compliance snapshot in a few steps to get a clear list of all applications and verify Data Privacy Agreement coverage through SDPC. The result is a quick and accurate understanding of your application compliance landscape. Members can then opt to share the list with others via the App Navigator to explore who is using what and inform their software roadmap.

WHAT WE DO

At TREBRON, we partner with our customers to ensure you have the right approach and solutions to secure your network, data and people. As a proactive partner, we provide you with clarity through a strategy for cybersecurity, and the peace of mind that your organization is protected.

WHY CHOOSE US

Through decades of managing IT infrastructure and security for organizations nationwide, we know how to select, deploy and configure the hardware and software solutions to keep you safely ahead of the evolving threat. We can become an extension of your team, with a focus on security.

Gaggle’s Real-Time Web Filter and Web Activity Monitoring are built for what’s next. Our Web Filter analyzes new sites in real time, categorizes and blocks automatically. Web Activity Monitoring provides visibility into student behavior in AI chats and with emerging tools. As technology evolves, blind spots grow. Gaggle can help illuminate what you might be missing.

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Enterprise-grade filtering and protection engineered for modern K–12 networks.

StudentKeeper®, powered by ContentKeeper® delivers resilient, high-performance enforcement across devices, operating systems, and locations without sacrificing speed, reliability, or administrative control.

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David Cantle, Tech Integration Specialist at Northampton Public Schools, MA

“Parent Square is a great way to communicate to our district. It o ers super helpful training videos and the support made integrating an easier task as well as helps with problem solving. The chat feature is my personal favoriteit's great for quick answers to questions and help when you need it.”

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We work side-by-side with Massachusetts school leaders to build environments that are secure, scalable, and aligned with long- term educational goals. Not just technology. A trusted par tner in your district’s future.

CATEGORY INDEX

State Contracts – Hardware

ITC66 COPIERS, PRINTERS, SCANNERS AND RELATED DEVICES AND SERVICES

Howard Technology Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 50

36 Howard Drive Ellisville, MS 39437

Jonathan Dominik 413-574-2756

jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

Kyocera Document Solutions

New England

MORE ON PAGE 51 1 Jewell Drive Wilmington, MA 01887

Pete Turner 781-404-5324

pete.turner@da.kyocera.com www.kyoceradocumentsolutions.us

Vivacity Tech PBC

MORE ON PAGE 57

641 Fairview Avenue N, Suite 150 St. Paul, MN 55104

Brenden Jones 877-731-2069

bjones@vivacitytech.com www.vivacitytech.com

ITC68 DATA CABLE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

Ockers Technologies

MORE ON PAGE 53

48 Leona Drive Middleboro, MA 02346

Jonathan Velozo 508-586-4642

jvelozo@ockers.com ockers.com

Superior Communication Services

MORE ON PAGE 55 929 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701

Scott Savard

508-397-9747

Scottsavard@scs08.com scs08.com

ITC71 SECURITY,

SURVEILLANCE, MONITORING, AND ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS

Abnormal AI

MORE ON PAGE 44 8474 Rozita Lee Avenue, Suite 420 Las Vegas, NV 89113

Rob Bullen

415-326-1378 rbullen@abnormal.ai www.abnormal.ai

Advizex

MORE ON PAGE 44 20 Mall Road Burlington, MA 01803

Tom Mutch

617-935-1600

tmutch@advizex.com www.advizex.com

Ativion

MORE ON PAGE 45 1209 Orange Street New Castle, DE 19801

Demitrious Emery 708-673-8229

deemery@ativion.com ativion.com

Axis Communications

MORE ON PAGE 46

300 Apollo Drive Chelmsford, MA 01824

Nick Biagioni 781-953-6638

nick.biagioni@axis.com www.axis.com

CDW

MORE ON PAGE 47

2 Corporate Drive, Suite 800 Shelton, CT

Jorge Esteves 203-212-4727

jorgest@cdwg.com www.cdw.com

Custom Computer Specialists, LLC

MORE ON PAGE 48

6 Blackstone Valley Place, Ste 402 Lincoln, RI 02865

Suzanne McLaughlin 401-378-2994 smclaughlin@customonline.com www.customonline.com

Electronic Security and Control Systems Inc.

MORE ON PAGE 48

7 Railroad Ave, Ste A Bedford, MA 01730

John Miller 781-271-0830

Jmiller@escsinc.com escsinc.com

Fortinet, Inc

MORE ON PAGE 49 160 Federal Street, Suite 400 Boston, MA 02110

Greg Bleaux 603-305-9164

gbleaux@fortinet.com www.fortinet.com

Gaggle

MORE ON PAGE 49

8770 W Bryn Mawr Ave., Ste 1300 Chicago, IL 60673

Cheston Churchill 231-578-2228 Cheston@gaggle.net www.gaggle.net

Howard Technology Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 50

36 Howard Drive Ellisville, MS 39437

Jonathan Dominik 413-574-2756

jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

State Contracts – Hardware, continued

Lumu Technologies

ITC73 IT HARDWARE AND SERVICES

Acer

MORE ON PAGE 44

3250 Olcott Street Santa Clara, CA 95054

Lynne Edgehill 508-259-0573 lynne.edgehill@acer.com www.acer.com

Advizex

MORE ON PAGE 44 20 Mall Road Burlington, MA 01803

Tom Mutch 617-935-1600 tmutch@advizex.com www.advizex.com

BNMC

MORE ON PAGE 46 827 Main Street Woburn, MA 01801

Roger Michelson 978-482-2020 x15 roger@bnmc.net www.bnmc.net

CDW

MORE ON PAGE 47 2 Corporate Drive, Suite 800 Shelton, CT

Jorge Esteves 203-212-4727 jorgest@cdwg.com www.cdw.com

Connection Public Sector Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 47 732 Milford Road Merrimack, NH 03054

Nate Levesque 603-213-0732 nate.levesque@connection.com www.connection.com

Custom Computer Specialists, LLC

MORE ON PAGE 48 6 Blackstone Valley Place, Ste 402 Lincoln, RI 02865

Suzanne McLaughlin 401-378-2994 smclaughlin@customonline.com www.customonline.com

DataServ

MORE ON PAGE 48 31280 Viking Parkway Westlake, OH 44145

Patrick McNamara 781-983-6920 patrick.mcnamara@xfact.com www.dataservtech.com

Howard Technology Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 50 36 Howard Drive Ellisville, MS 39437

Jonathan Dominik 413-574-2756 jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

HPE

MORE ON PAGE 50 5400 Legacy Drive Plano, TX 75024

Jesse Bellavance 603-921-0787

jesse.bellavance@hpe.com www.hpe.com

HUB Tech

MORE ON PAGE 50 44 Norfolk Avenue South Easton, MA 02375

Paul Shiff 508-238-9887

pshiff@hubtech.com www.hubtech.com

State Contracts – Hardware, continued

IPEVO Inc

MORE ON PAGE 53

48 Leona Drive Middleboro, MA 02346

Jonathan Velozo

508-586-4642

jvelozo@ockers.com ockers.com

RetroFit Technologies

MORE ON PAGE 54

350 Myles Standish Blvd. #202 Taunton, MA 02780

Marc Zarrella

508-478-2222

sales@retrofit.com www.retrofit.com

Second Life Mac

MORE ON PAGE 55

7603 New Gross Point Road Skokie IL 60077

David Willard

717-639-5302

Willard@secondlifemac.com secondlifemac.com

Superior Communication Services

MORE ON PAGE 55 929 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701

Scott Savard

508-397-9747

Scottsavard@scs08.com scs08.com

Vivacity Tech PBC

MORE ON PAGE 57 641 Fairview Avenue N, Suite 150 St. Paul, MN 55104

Brenden Jones 877-731-2069

bjones@vivacitytech.com www.vivacitytech.com

Whalley Computer

Associates, Inc.

MORE ON PAGE 57 1 Whalley Way Southwick, MA 01077

William J. Oleksak 413-569-4200 wjo.admin@wca.com www.wca.com

State Contracts – Software & Services

ITS60 CLOUD SOLUTIONS

Abnormal AI

MORE ON PAGE 44

8474 Rozita Lee Avenue, Suite 420

Las Vegas, NV 89113

Rob Bullen 415-326-1378

rbullen@abnormal.ai www.abnormal.ai

Advizex

MORE ON PAGE 44

20 Mall Road Burlington, MA 01803

Tom Mutch

617-935-1600 tmutch@advizex.com www.advizex.com

Axis Communications

MORE ON PAGE 46

300 Apollo Drive Chelmsford, MA 01824

Nick Biagioni

781-953-6638

nick.biagioni@axis.com www.axis.com

ClassLink

MORE ON PAGE 47

45 E Madison Ave, Suite 7 Clifton, NJ 07011

Celica Constante 682-428-7783

celica.constante@classlink.com www.classlink.com

Fortinet, Inc

MORE ON PAGE 49

160 Federal Street, Suite 400 Boston, MA 02110

Greg Bleaux

603-305-9164

gbleaux@fortinet.com www.fortinet.com

HPE

MORE ON PAGE 50 5400 Legacy Drive Plano, TX 75024

Jesse Bellavance 603-921-0787

jesse.bellavance@hpe.com www.hpe.com

IPEVO Inc

MORE ON PAGE 51 440 N Wolfe Road Sunnyvale, CA 94085

Alex Yang 409-480-3085

alexyang@ipevo.com https://www.ipevo.com/

PDQ

MORE ON PAGE 53

2200 S Main Street, Suite 200 South Salt Lake, UT 84115

Alyssa Villarreal 801-657-4657

alyssa.villarreal@pdq.com www.pdq.com

PowerSchool

MORE ON PAGE 54

150 Parkshore Drive Folsom, CA 95630

Don Luby 877-873-1550

don.luby@powerschool.com www.powerschool.com

Superior Communication Services

MORE ON PAGE 55 929 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701

Scott Savard 508-397-9747

Scottsavard@scs08.com scs08.com

ITS69 MANAGED PRINT SERVICES

CDW

MORE ON PAGE 47 2 Corporate Drive, Suite 800 Shelton, CT Jorge Esteves 203-212-4727 jorgest@cdwg.com www.cdw.com

RetroFit Technologies

MORE ON PAGE 54 350 Myles Standish Blvd. #202 Taunton, MA 02780

Marc Zarrella 508-478-2222 sales@retrofit.com www.retrofit.com

ITS75 SOFTWARE AND SERVICES

Advizex

MORE ON PAGE 44 20 Mall Road Burlington, MA 01803

Tom Mutch 617-935-1600 tmutch@advizex.com www.advizex.com

AristotleK12

MORE ON PAGE 45 560 Lester Avenue Onalaska, WI 54650 Nik Thompson 608-788-9143 nthompson@sgtlabs.com www.aristotlek12.com

Ativion

MORE ON PAGE 45 1209 Orange Street New Castle, DE 19801

Demitrious Emery 708-673-8229

deemery@ativion.com ativion.com

CATEGORY INDEX

State Contracts – Software & Services, continued

August Schools

MORE ON PAGE 46

336 West 37th Street

New York, NY 10018

Dennis Baumann

203-814-2162

dennis@augustschools.com www.augustschools.com

Axis Communications

MORE ON PAGE 46

300 Apollo Drive Chelmsford, MA 01824

Nick Biagioni

781-953-6638 nick.biagioni@axis.com www.axis.com

CDW

MORE ON PAGE 47

2 Corporate Drive, Suite 800 Shelton, CT

Jorge Esteves

203-212-4727

jorgest@cdwg.com www.cdw.com

ClassLink

MORE ON PAGE 47

45 E Madison Ave, Suite 7 Clifton, NJ 07011

Celica Constante 682-428-7783

celica.constante@classlink.com www.classlink.com

CyberNut

MORE ON PAGE 48

390 NE 191 S Street Miami, FL 33179

Stephen Mirante 513-310-1130

stephen@cybernut.com www.cybernut.com/gamification

DataServ

MORE ON PAGE 48

31280 Viking Parkway Westlake, OH 44145

Patrick McNamara

781-983-6920

patrick.mcnamara@xfact.com www.dataservtech.com

Follett Software

MORE ON PAGE 49 1340 Ridgeview Drive McHenry, IL 60050

Dave Gray

339-356-1837

dgray@follettsoftware.com follettsoftware.com

Gaggle

MORE ON PAGE 49 8770 W Bryn Mawr Ave., Ste 1300 Chicago, IL 60673

Cheston Churchill 231-578-2228

Cheston@gaggle.net www.gaggle.net

GoTeacher

MORE ON PAGE 49

133 Federal Street (11th Floor) Boston, MA 02110

Dean Celaj 617-816-8850

dean@goteacher.com goteacher.com

Howard Technology Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 50

36 Howard Drive Ellisville, MS 39437 Jonathan Dominik 413-574-2756

jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

Incident IQ

MORE ON PAGE 50

750 Glenwood Ave. SE, Suite 320 Atlanta, GA 30316

Amberly Bailey 1-877-747-3073 abailey@incidentiq.com www.incidentiq.com

Kyocera Document Solutions

New England

MORE ON PAGE 51 1 Jewell Drive Wilmington, MA 01887

Pete Turner 781-404-5324

pete.turner@da.kyocera.com www.kyoceradocumentsolutions.us

Linewize

MORE ON PAGE 51 10680 Treena Street, Suite 155 San Diego, CA 92131 Claire Nemeth 844-723-3932

claire.nemeth@linewize.com www.linewize.com

Logikcull

MORE ON PAGE 52 145 S. Wells Street Chicago, IL 60606

Robert Hilson 312-248-4430 (company) 786-436-3157 (rep) robert.hilson@revealdata.com logikcull.com

Lumu Technologies

MORE ON PAGE 52 8600 NW 36th Street Doral, FL 33166

Maya Daswani 603-918-9403 mdaswani@lumu.io lumu.io/cybersecurity-for-schools

MagicSchool

MORE ON PAGE 52 1576 Sherman Street Denver, CO 80203 Phil Terra 347-838-1051 phil@magicschool.ai www.magicschool.ai

State Contracts – Software & Services, continued

Panorama Education

MORE ON PAGE 53

24 School Street, Second Floor Boston, MA 02108

Genessis Zarrabal

888-268-1590

info@panoramaed.com www.PanoramaEd.com

ParentSquare

MORE ON PAGE 53

6144 Calle Real #200a Goleta, CA 93117

Katie Ford

570-337-8891

katie.ford@parentsquare.com www.parentsquare.com

PDQ

MORE ON PAGE 53

2200 S Main Street, Suite 200 South Salt Lake, UT 84115

Alyssa Villarreal

801-657-4657

alyssa.villarreal@pdq.com www.pdq.com

PowerSchool

MORE ON PAGE 54

150 Parkshore Drive Folsom, CA 95630

Don Luby

877-873-1550

don.luby@powerschool.com https://www.powerschool.com/

Scale Computing

MORE ON PAGE 54

3307 Northland Drive, Suite #500 Austin, TX 78731

Levi Eisenhut

877-722-5359

Newengland@scalecomputing.com www.scalecomputing.com

SMART Technologies

MORE ON PAGE 55

Suite 600, 214 11 Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2R 0K1 Canada

Vincenza Cirielli

403-245-0333

VincenzaCirielli@smarttech.com www.smarttech.com

Vivacity Tech PBC

MORE ON PAGE 57

641 Fairview Avenue N, Suite 150 St. Paul, MN 55104

Brenden Jones

877-731-2069

bjones@vivacitytech.com www.vivacitytech.com

ITS77 IT STAFF AUGMENTATION

Advizex

MORE ON PAGE 44

20 Mall Road

Burlington, MA 01803

Tom Mutch

617-935-1600

tmutch@advizex.com www.advizex.com

Vivacity Tech PBC

MORE ON PAGE 57

641 Fairview Avenue N, Suite 150

St. Paul, MN 55104

Brenden Jones

877-731-2069

bjones@vivacitytech.com www.vivacitytech.com

ITS78 DATA AND CYBERSECURITY

Advizex

MORE ON PAGE 47

45 E Madison Ave, Suite 7 Clifton, NJ 07011

Celica Constante 682-428-7783

celica.constante@classlink.com www.classlink.com

Custom Computer Specialists, LLC

MORE ON PAGE 48

6 Blackstone Valley Place, Ste 402 Lincoln, RI 02865

Suzanne McLaughlin 401-378-2994

smclaughlin@customonline.com www.customonline.com

CyberNut

MORE ON PAGE 48

390 NE 191 S Street Miami, FL 33179

Stephen Mirante 513-310-1130

stephen@cybernut.com www.cybernut.com/gamification

Fortinet, Inc

MORE ON PAGE 49

160 Federal Street, Suite 400 Boston, MA 02110

Greg Bleaux 603-305-9164

gbleaux@fortinet.com www.fortinet.com

State Contracts – Software & Services, continued

Howard Technology Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 50

36 Howard Drive Ellisville, MS 39437

Jonathan Dominik 413-574-2756

jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

HPE

MORE ON PAGE 50

5400 Legacy Drive Plano, TX 75024

Jesse Bellavance 603-921-0787

jesse.bellavance@hpe.com www.hpe.com

HUB Tech

MORE ON PAGE 50

44 Norfolk Avenue South Easton, MA 02375

Paul Shiff

508-238-9887

pshiff@hubtech.com www.hubtech.com

Lumu Technologies

MORE ON PAGE 52 8600 NW 36th Street Doral, FL 33166

Maya Daswani 603-918-9403

mdaswani@lumu.io lumu.io/cybersecurity-for-schools

PDQ

MORE ON PAGE 53

2200 S Main Street, Suite 200 South Salt Lake, UT 84115

Alyssa Villarreal 801-657-4657

alyssa.villarreal@pdq.com www.pdq.com

PowerSchool

MORE ON PAGE 54

150 Parkshore Drive Folsom, CA 95630

Don Luby 877-873-1550

don.luby@powerschool.com https://www.powerschool.com/

RetroFit Technologies

MORE ON PAGE 54

350 Myles Standish Blvd. #202 Taunton, MA 02780

Marc Zarrella 508-478-2222 sales@retrofit.com www.retrofit.com

SysCloud

MORE ON PAGE 55

125 Half Mile Road Red Bank, NJ 07701

Tom Mandese 201-951-2009 thomas@syscloud.com www.syscloud.com

ITS81 IT PROJECT SERVICES

DataServ

MORE ON PAGE 48 31280 Viking Parkway Westlake, OH 44145

Patrick McNamara 781-983-6920

patrick.mcnamara@xfact.com www.dataservtech.com

State Contracts – Telecommunications

ITT72 CATEGORY

2-9 NETWORK SERVICES, COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES & RELATED EQUIPMENT

Abnormal AI

MORE ON PAGE 44

8474 Rozita Lee Avenue, Suite 420 Las Vegas, NV 89113

Rob Bullen 415-326-1378

rbullen@abnormal.ai www.abnormal.ai

Advizex

MORE ON PAGE 44

20 Mall Road Burlington, MA 01803

Tom Mutch

617-935-1600 tmutch@advizex.com www.advizex.com

CDW

MORE ON PAGE 47

2 Corporate Drive, Suite 800 Shelton, CT

Jorge Esteves

203-212-4727

jorgest@cdwg.com www.cdw.com

Custom Computer Specialists, LLC

MORE ON PAGE 48

6 Blackstone Valley Place, Ste 402 Lincoln, RI 02865

Suzanne McLaughlin 401-378-2994

smclaughlin@customonline.com www.customonline.com

Howard Technology Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 50 36 Howard Drive Ellisville, MS 39437

Jonathan Dominik 413-574-2756

jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

HUB Tech

MORE ON PAGE 50

44 Norfolk Avenue South Easton, MA 02375

Paul Shiff

508-238-9887

pshiff@hubtech.com www.hubtech.com

Local Linx

MORE ON PAGE 53

48 Leona Drive Middleboro, MA 02346

Jonathan Velozo 508-586-4642

jvelozo@ockers.com ockers.com

ParentSquare

MORE ON PAGE 53

6144 Calle Real #200a Goleta, CA 93117

Katie Ford 570-337-8891

katie.ford@parentsquare.com www.parentsquare.com

Second Life Mac

MORE ON PAGE 55

7603 New Gross Point Road Skokie IL 60077

David Willard 717-639-5302

Willard@secondlifemac.com secondlifemac.com

Superior Communication Services

State Contracts – Office and Educational Supplies and Services

OFF38 OFFICE, SCHOOL AND LIBRARY FURNITURE, ACCESSORIES & INSTALLATION STATEWIDE

Howard Technology Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 50

36 Howard Drive Ellisville, MS 39437

Jonathan Dominik

413-574-2756

jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

OFF50 AUDIO, VIDEO, MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATION EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES & SERVICES (REPLACED OFF40)

Howard Technology Solutions

MORE ON PAGE 50

36 Howard Drive Ellisville, MS 39437

Jonathan Dominik 413-574-2756

jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

HUB Tech

MORE ON PAGE 50

44 Norfolk Avenue South Easton, MA 02375

Paul Shiff

508-238-9887

pshiff@hubtech.com www.hubtech.com

IPEVO Inc

MORE ON PAGE 51 440 N Wolfe Road Sunnyvale, CA 94085

Alex Yang 409-480-3085

alexyang@ipevo.com https://www.ipevo.com/

Pro AV Systems, Inc.

MORE ON PAGE 54

201 Riverneck Road, Suite 2A Chelmsford, MA 01824

Mary Finn

978-692-5111

mary@proavsi.com www.proavsi.com

Second Life Mac

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7603 New Gross Point Road Skokie IL 60077

David Willard

717-639-5302

Willard@secondlifemac.com secondlifemac.com

SMART Technologies

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Suite 600, 214 11 Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2R 0K1 Canada

Vincenza Cirielli 403-245-0333

VincenzaCirielli@smarttech.com www.smarttech.com

Superior Communication Services

MORE ON PAGE 55 929 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701

Scott Savard

508-397-9747

Scottsavard@scs08.com scs08.com

Valley Communications Systems, Inc.

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641 Fairview Avenue N, Suite 150 St. Paul, MN 55104

Brenden Jones 877-731-2069

bjones@vivacitytech.com www.vivacitytech.com

Whalley Computer Associates, Inc.

MORE ON PAGE 57 1 Whalley Way Southwick, MA 01077

William J. Oleksak 413-569-4200 wjo.admin@wca.com www.wca.com

Zoom

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55 Almaden Boulevard, 6th Floor, San Jose, CA 95113

Christian Hansen 888-799-9666

christian.hansen@zoom.com www.zoom.com

Other

CARAHSOFT

Blackwood

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122 Severn Avenue

Annapolis, MD 21403

Jack SaFranko 410-267-1904

jack.safranko@blackwood.ai www.blackwood.ai

FORTIVOICE

Fortinet, Inc

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160 Federal Street, Suite 400 Boston, MA 02110

Greg Bleaux

603-305-9164

gbleaux@fortinet.com www.fortinet.com

MHEC

Apex Technology Group

OMNIA, SOURCEWELL

Teq

TECHNOLOGY

Clear Touch

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1100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard Greenville, SC 29607

Phil Silverstein 864-973-7973

psilverstein@getcleartouch.com www.getcleartouch.com

Founded on over 100 years of technical experience and expertise, we provide the operational advantages, productivity savings and administrative efficiencies our customers appreciate as their proven, single-source “goto” IT partner

Technology Products & Services

Audio & Visual Products & Installations

Lighting Solutions

Physical Security Devices

Infrastructure: Data and Fiber Cabling

OutSide Plant Fiber

Electrical & Security

Managed services

Cloud Services

State Contracts

MA:OFF50, ITC68, ITC71, ITC73, ITT72

MHEC: MC13-F05, MC14-E05, MC15-B11

RI: MPA416(CR 69)

CT: 19PSX0015

(800) 346-0122

JOIN THE METAA MENTORSHIP PROGRAM FOR EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY LEADERS

METAA is pleased to announce that the METAA Mentorship Program for Educational Technology Leaders is in its third year.

This program supports new and current educational technology leaders in their career development by fostering meaningful mentoring connections.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The METAA Educational Technology Leader Mentorship Program is designed to empower educational technology leaders in K-12 schools/districts by enhancing their skills and knowledge in the following areas:

• Active participation in the school district’s long-term strategic and operational goals

• Understanding of how technology enriches the student educational experience.

• Efficient management of technology and support resources

BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATION

By participating in our mentorship program, you will:

• Set clear goals for your mentorship partnership.

• Experience personal and professional development.

• Build essential skills and confidence.

• Enhance job satisfaction and reduce turnover.

PROGRAM DETAILS

• Participate in sessions addressing real-world challenges.

• Explore Massachusetts laws and procedures related to technology integration in education.

• Network with other educational technology professionals.

The METAA Mentorship Program is open to new or current educational technology leaders in school and district settings.

The METAA Mentorship Program will accept mentees on a rolling basis. The mentorship will run for one year, with an optional extension for an additional year. Each mentorship pair (mentor and mentee thought partners) will collaboratively determine partnership goals and meeting frequency. The program fee for the first year is $3000.

Throughout the program, mentorship pairs (thought partners) will communicate remotely or in person for approximately 1–2 hours per session, supplemented by email correspondence. Sessions will be tailored to the needs and challenges of each mentee, with a minimum of 15 sessions. All interactions are confidential. Mentors and mentees will participate in sessions with their cohort to explore “Problems of Practice” throughout the first year.

An additional year of mentee support can be provided at the end of the first year. Extended mentors and mentees will communicate remotely for a minimum of 6 sessions, with additional check-ins as needed. All sessions are confidential. Additionally, there may be sessions to explore additional problems of practice in collaboration with other mentorship pairs in the program. The cost of extending the mentorship partnership for the additional year is $1500.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please complete the Mentee Application Form and submit a letter of recommendation from your District Superintendent along with your current resume through the Application link. We encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

We are committed to creating meaningful mentorships and supporting you and your organization in achieving your goals.

Warm regards,

Jim Sullivan, CETL President

Massachusetts Educational Technology Administrators Association (METAA)

Student Repair eLearning Program

TARGET AUDIENCE

Students in grades 9–12

REQUIREMENTS

A natural curiosity or interest in technology

SCOPE

Introduce students to basic hardware repair best practices. In this self-paced elearning program, students work through five chapters, passing online quizzes to advance.

COURSE DURATION

Mean Instructional time: 7.5 hours. This self-paced course allows the student to review and repeat content as needed.

HOW TO ENROLL

» Submit email addresses for up to 25 users

» (students and staff members).

» Each user will receive login details and course access.

» Identify one staff member to track progress reports for your users.

METAA MEMBERSHIP

www.techdirectors.org/ membership/

DATA SPECIALISTS GOOGLE GROUP

www.techdirectors.org/learning/ data-specialists METAA LISTSERV MA Tech Directors List Serv Registration METAA CTO CERTIFICATE ONLINE COURSE

www.techdirectors.org/learning/ cto-certificate-online-course METAA MENTOR PROGRAM

www.techdirectors.org/learning/ metaa-mentor-program

CONSORTIUM BUYS

www.techdirectors.org/ membership/consortium-buys

METAA CTO Certificate Online Course

Duration: July 13, 2026 – October 18, 2026

Cost: $2000 (non-refundable)

For more information and registration links, please see page 2

Acer

3250 Olcott Street, Santa Clara, CA 95054

Acer for Education utilizes modern solutions and new technologies to break boundaries and inspire potential in every aspect of the education system, so educators and students can succeed in the classroom and beyond.

Lynne Edgehill

508-259-0573 | lynne.edgehill@acer.com www.acer.com/us-en/education

Abnormal AI

8474 Rozita Lee Avenue, Suite 420 Las Vegas, NV 89113

Abnormal AI, Inc. provides cloud based email security services. The company offers a platform that is designed to protect organizations from the most sophisticated and targeted email attacks.

Rob Bullen 415-326-1378 | rbullen@abnormal.ai www.abnormal.ai

Advizex

20 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803

Advizex is a nationally recognized IT solutions and services provider with more than 50 years of innovation in cloud, data, cybersecurity, and managed services. Founded in 1975, the company blends deep technical expertise with a customer-first philosophy, delivering tailored solutions that help organizations modernize, secure, and optimize their IT environments. Advizex specializes in hybrid cloud, AI and analytics, infrastructure modernization, and comprehensive managed services backed by strong partnerships across leading technology vendors. With a proven track record of high client satisfaction and industry-certified talent, Advizex supports customers across public sector, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and enterprise markets. The company operates offices nationwide, including a regional office in Burlington, MA, and functions as part of Fulcrum IT Partners while maintaining its trusted reputation for delivering “Customers for Life” through exceptional service and strategic technology outcomes.

Tom Mutch

617-935-1600 | tmutch@advizex.com www.advizex.com

Apex Technology Group

2158 Plainfield Pike, Suite 1

Cranston, RI 02921

Apex Technology Group delivers comprehensive IT solutions—including managed services, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and network infrastructure.

Kyle Ratté 401-680-4606 | kratte@apextechgroup.com www.apextechgroup.com

Arctic Wolf

8939 Columbine Road, Suite 150

Eden Prairie, MN 55347

Arctic Wolf® is a global leader in security operations, enabling customers to manage their cyber risk in the face of modern cyber attacks via a premier cloud-native security operations platform. The Arctic Wolf Aurora Platform ingests and analyzes more than seven trillion security events a week to help enable cyber defense at an unprecedented capacity and scale, empowering customers of virtually any size across a wide range of industries to feel confident in their security posture, readiness, and long-term resilience. By delivering automated threat protection, response, and remediation capabilities, Arctic Wolf delivers world-class security operations with the push of a button so customers can defend their greatest assets at the speed of data.

Steve Sullivan 617-921-2048

steve.sullivan@arcticwolf.com

arcticwolf.com

AristotleK12

560 Lester Avenue, Onalaska, WI 54650

AristotleK12 is a modern, all-in-one solution encompassing student-centric filtering, asset reporting, student safety monitoring, and multilingual classroom management. Compatible with a variety of device types, as well as integrations with Google, Active Directory, and many student information systems, AristotleK12 provides the convenience and flexibility needed when managing student technology.

Nik Thompson

608-788-9143 nthompson@sgtlabs.com www.aristotlek12.com

Ativion

1209 Orange Street, New Castle, DE 19801

Ativion is a leading EdTech innovator dedicated to establishing secure and dynamic digital learning environments for K-12 globally. Our flagship solution, StudentKeeper Powered by ContentKeeper, is a comprehensive platform that integrates robust web filtering, efficient classroom management, and vital student well-being tools. At its core, StudentKeeper leverages ContentKeeper, the industry benchmark for filtering accuracy and security, to uniquely safeguard students and optimize their technology use for a seamless classroom experience. Trusted by over 10 million students across 700+ school districts, Ativion delivers market-leading technology that prioritizes data protection and promotes student well-being.

Demitrious Emery

708-673-8229 | deemery@ativion.com ativion.com

August Schools

336 West 37th Street, New York, NY 10018

August Schools is a modern platform designed to simplify health and wellbeing management in K-12 schools. Built for school nurses, counselors, athletic trainers, learning specialists, and admins, August keeps sensitive health data secure and ensures continuity of care for every student. With powerful analytics, flexible reporting, and bi-directional SIS integration, August helps schools gain insight into student wellbeing and deliver thoughtful, proactive support to every student.

Dennis Baumann

203-814-2162 | dennis@augustschools.com www.augustschools.com

Blackwood

122 Severn Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403

Blackwood is a third-generation, family-owned cybersecurity technology broker founded in 1977. We specialize in supporting public sector organizations, with decades of experience across K-12 and education environments. Our engineers and technical architects work alongside districts navigating complex IT operations, evolving cybersecurity threats, data privacy requirements, and emerging technologies like AI. Through a vendor-agnostic approach, hands-on lab validation, and domain-level expertise across ten core cybersecurity focus areas, we help education leaders evaluate solutions with clarity and confidence. We partner with technology leaders to reduce noise, align strategy to operational realities, and deploy solutions that protect students, staff, and learning environments.”

Jack SaFranko

410-267-1904 | jack.safranko@blackwood.ai www.blackwood.ai

Axis Communications

300 Apollo Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824

Axis provides network solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems. They are enhanced by intelligent analytics applications and supported by high-quality training. Customers across the world use our solutions to protect people and property and improve business performance.

Nick Biagioni

781-953-6638 | nick.biagioni@axis.com www.axis.com

BNMC

827 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801

BNMC (Bredy Network Management LLC), a New Charter Technologies (NCT) company has been serving the Boston Metro area and across the Northeast since 1991, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk, centralized monitoring services, vCIO strategic planning, technology alignment, and consulting services to small and mid-size businesses as well as K-12 schools, higher education, local or state government, and non profit organizations. Our experience has allowed us to build, develop, and manage the on-site and cloud-based IT infrastructure needed to keep our clients up and running, as well as maintain CyberSecurity, AI and risk management solutions to meet your business needs. BNMC is on the ITC73 state contract under Bredy Network Management.

Roger Michelson

978-482-2020 x15 | roger@bnmc.net www.bnmc.net

CDW

2 Corporate Drive, Suite 800, Shelton, CT

CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions in the Education space specializing in K=12. CDW has a practice that revolves around device lifecycle, AV solutions, Network infrastructure, AI, Physical security and Cyber security. Please reach out to your CDW rep or Jorge Esteves (Jorgest@CDWG.COM) for more info!

Jorge Esteves

203-212-4727 | jorgest@cdwg.com www.cdw.com

Clear Touch

1100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard Greenville, SC 29607

Elevating Education with Clear Touch. Using cutting-edge interactive touch panels, software, and accessories, Clear Touch redefines classroom engagement. We’re committed to supporting educators in their mission to provide enriching, interactive learning experiences that inspire students to explore, collaborate, and excel.

Phil Silverstein

864-973-7973 | psilverstein@getcleartouch.com www.getcleartouch.com

ClassLink

45 E Madison Ave, Suite 7, Clifton, NJ 07011

ClassLink is a global education provider of identity, access and analytics products that create more time for learning and help schools better understand digital engagement. As leading advocates for open data standards, we offer instant access to apps and files with single sign-on, streamline class rostering, automate account provisioning, and provide actionable analytics. ClassLink empowers 23 million students and staff in over 3,000 school systems.

Celica Constante

682-428-7783 | celica.constante@classlink.com www.classlink.com

Connection Public Sector Solutions

732 Milford Road, Merrimack, NH 03054

Connection Public Sector Solutions Group calms the confusion of IT by delivering customers industry-leading technology solutions to enhance growth, elevate productivity, and empower innovation. Dedicated specialists focused on exceptional service customize offerings tailored to the unique needs of K–12 education. Our team of dedicated Account Managers, in-house technical specialists, and top certifications from more than 1,600 vendor partners— including Microsoft Azure Expert MSP status—ensure best-in-class service around AI, Multicloud, Cybersecurity, Hybrid Learning, 21st Century Classrooms, Digital Signage, Data Center, Technology Services, and more. From contract expertise and professional development to classroom technology designed to inspire learning, Connection delivers end-to-end technology solutions built for modern education.

Nate Levesque

603-213-0732 | nate.levesque@connection.com www.connection.com

Custom Computer Specialists

6 Blackstone Valley Place, Suite 402 Lincoln, RI 02865

CCS is a leading provider of technology solutions and services for both public and private schools throughout the Northeast. CCS offers Technology Solutions and Services for Cybersecurity, Physical Security, Cloud, Networking, Collaboration, Managed Services, IT Consulting and Implementation, and their goal is simple: to support the goals of educators with unparalleled responsiveness and exemplary customer satisfaction. Founded in 1979, CCS’ vast knowledge and experience make them a leading and trusted partner of educational institutions in the Northeast. Recognized throughout the region for their E-Rate expertise, CCS takes the time to identify the right technology to optimize student outcomes and facilitate learning. CCS strongly believes in “Right People, Right Results”. Providing the Right Results for our clients has earned CCS numerous certifications, awards and distinctions: CRN North America “Elite 150”, “Elite 250” and “Security 100” for top Managed Service Providers; Top 10 K12 Solution Providers; Best Cybersecurity and Best Technology Service; and Best Places to Work.

Suzanne McLaughlin

401-378-2994 | smclaughlin@customonline.com www.customonline.com

DataServ

31280 Viking Parkway, Westlake, OH 44145

Founded in 1986, DataServ delivers managed IT, cybersecurity, and infrastructure solutions that help organizations operate securely, efficiently, and with confidence. Through the addition of xFact, DataServ expands its capabilities with specialized consulting, advanced architecture design, and deep expertise in complex, mission-critical environments. Together, DataServ and xFact provide a comprehensive approach that combines dependable day-to-day operations with strategic insight, helping organizations plan, modernize, and sustain technology environments that support long-term operational resilience.

Patrick McNamara

781-983-6920 | patrick.mcnamara@xfact.com www.dataservtech.com

CyberNut

390 NE 191 S Street, Miami, FL 33179

CyberNut is on a mission to stop phishing where it starts: with people. Built exclusively for K-12 schools, CyberNut trains both staff and students to recognize, report, and prevent cyber threats before they disrupt learning. Our AI-powered platform delivers adaptive training, realistic phishing simulations, and one-click threat reporting that fit seamlessly into busy school environments. What makes CyberNut different is our whole-district approach. Educators receive practical, compliance-aligned cybersecurity training, while students build lifelong digital safety skills through age-appropriate, Common Sense–aligned lessons. Every click, report, and improvement is tracked, giving districts clear insight into risk reduction and engagement. As cyberattacks increasingly target schools, CyberNut turns the entire school community into an active line of defense reducing risk, strengthening awareness, and protecting classrooms, data, and trust.

Stephen Mirante

513-310-1130 | stephen@cybernut.com www.cybernut.com/gamification

Electronic Security and Control Systems Inc.

7 Railroad Ave, Ste A, Bedford, MA 01730

Electronic Security and Control Systems Inc, (ESCS) provides site specific security and communication solutions that are functional, flexible, and scalable.

John Miller

781-271-0830 | Jmiller@escsinc.com escsinc.com

Follett Software

1340 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry, IL 60050

For over 150 years, we’ve helped educators make a difference. With a unique understanding of their needs, we build powerful solutions that streamline processes, offer insights, and reveal new opportunities.

Dave Gray

339-356-1837 | dgray@follettsoftware.com follettsoftware.com

Gaggle

8770 W Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 1300 Chicago, IL 60673

For over 25 years, Gaggle has been a trusted partner in K-12 student safety, working with over 1,500 school districts nationwide. Our AI-driven monitoring, expert human review, and 24/7 crisis intervention help identify and support students in crisis. Our comprehensive solutions— Gaggle Safety Management and Web Filter, Gaggle Therapy, ReachOut, and Archiving—create safer learning environments and ensure students receive the care they need to thrive.

Cheston Churchill 231-578-2228 | Cheston@gaggle.net www.gaggle.net

Fortinet, Inc

160 Federal Street, Suite 400 (4th Floor) Boston, MA 02110

Fortinet delivers comprehensive security and easy management for K-12 environments of any size. Our consolidated solution for cyber and physical security protects students, staff, and faculty. Automation and compliance features unburden lean, overwhelmed IT teams. Fortinet provides E-rate-eligible security and networking solutions.

Greg Bleaux 603-305-9164 | gbleaux@fortinet.com www.fortinet.com

GoTeacher

133 Federal Street (11th Floor) Boston, MA 02110

GoTeacher is an AI-powered platform that helps school districts manage edtech usage, privacy compliance, and emerging AI risk. By providing clear, continuous visibility into apps, permissions, and activity, GoTeacher helps small IT teams make informed decisions and protect student data at scale.

Dean Celaj 617-816-8850 | dean@goteacher.com goteacher.com

Howard Technology Solutions

36 Howard Drive, Ellisville, MS 39437

Howard Technology Solutions leads the way when it comes to progressive concepts in education. In addition to our own custom-built laptops, desktops, and servers, we offer over 250,000 brand name technology products, including distance learning and interactive classroom solutions. We understand the requirements and challenges associated with education networks, and we’ve got what you need to build a solid IT infrastructure. From end-to-end planning, design, and implementation of storage and backup solutions to email archiving systems that preserve file integrity and safeguard data, our professional services team has both the technical expertise and experience required to meet your network needs.

Jonathan Dominik

413-574-2756 | jdominik@howard.com www.howardcomputers.com

HUB Tech

44 Norfolk Avenue, South Easton, MA 02375

HUB Tech is a strategic IT partner that helps you achieve your business goals through digital transformation and cyber resilience. We specialize in Managed IT, Cloud Solutions, Network Design and Cybersecurity. With 30+ years of experience, we build long-term client relationships in Massachusetts and beyond, with the expertise, experience, and commitment to deliver first-class results. We love what we do, we always strive for better and we have a team that cares.

Paul Shiff

508-238-9887 | pshiff@hubtech.com www.hubtech.com

HPE

5400 Legacy Drive, Plano, TX 75024

HPE is a leader in essential enterprise technology, bringing together the power of AI, cloud and networking to help organizations achieve more. As pioneers of possibility, our innovation and expertise advance the way people live and work. We empower our customers across industries to optimize operational performance, transform data into foresight, and maximize their impact. Unlock your boldest ambitions, with HPE.

Jesse Bellavance

603-921-0787 | jesse.bellavance@hpe.com www.hpe.com

Incident IQ

750 Glenwood Avenue SE, Suite 320 Atlanta, GA 30316

Incident IQ’s modules are purpose-built for K-12 school districts to unlock visibility and optimize efficiency across administrative teams. With a streamlined experience that enables centralized communication for both agents and teachers, and a configurable platform that can scale to your needs, iiQ connects technology and operational workflows so educators can focus on what really matters: student learning.

Amberly Bailey

1-877-747-3073 | abailey@incidentiq.com www.incidentiq.com

IPEVO Inc

440 N Wolfe Road, Sunnyvale, CA 94085

IPEVO Inc. is a technology company specializing in intuitive video communication and collaboration solutions for education and professional environments. IPEVO designs hardware and software that enable effective teaching, presenting, and collaboration across in-person, hybrid, and remote settings. The company’s product portfolio includes document cameras, collaboration cameras, audio solutions, and AI-powered real-time translation and transcription software that support multilingual communication and accessibility. Built for modern classrooms and meeting spaces, IPEVO solutions are known for thoughtful design, ease of use, and reliable performance. Used by educators, institutions, and businesses worldwide, IPEVO continues to develop practical, user-centered technologies that enhance engagement, clarity, and communication in today’s connected learning and working environments.

Alex Yang

409-480-3085 | alexyang@ipevo.com www.ipevo.com

Lenovo x Intel

8001 Development Drive

Morrisville, NC 27560

Lenovo and Intel have been innovating and partnering for decades. Our collaboration has seen the evolution of on-premise data centers to hybrid cloud and edge technologies. Our mutual innovation continues across new business needs such as hyperconverged infrastructures, artificial intelligence, and HPC, creating powerful solutions that move the world forward. Whether it’s building a 5G smart city of the future, making blockbuster movies, developing new lifesaving medicines, or combatting climate change, Lenovo and Intel are making future-ready sustainable technology accessible today.

Michael Mogavero

603-566-3117 | mmogavero@lenovo.com lenovo.com

Kyocera Document Solutions New England

1 Jewell Drive, Wilmington, MA 01887

Our team at Kyocera Document Solutions New England is here to help you to put knowledge to work! Providing printers, MFPs, IT Solutions, and more to businesses in New England, our regional office has decades of experience sharing the local expertise you need.

Pete Turner

781-404-5324 | pete.turner@da.kyocera.com www.kyoceradocumentsolutions.us

Linewize

10680 Treena Street, Suite 155, San Diego, CA 92131

At Linewize, we are helping to lead the digital transformation for children within schools and at home. We provide cutting-edge technology that helps school districts and parents keep their kids safe and secure online, on any device, by delivering both cloud-based and on-site solutions for web filtering, classroom management, and student safety. Leveraging our industry-leading technology, Linewize protects thousands of school districts and millions of children worldwide. Our technology is designed and supported by former K12 IT Admins and industry experts to meet the unique challenges of the modern learning environments our clients face.

Claire Nemeth

844-723-3932 | claire.nemeth@linewize.com www.linewize.com

Local Linx

300 Baker Avenue, Suite #300

Concord, MA 01742

Local Linx is a Massachusetts-based open-access fiber network operator serving as the operator of the MassBroadband 123 network in Central and Western Massachusetts. The company operates and manages a carrier-neutral fiber backbone that expands access to affordable, high-performance connectivity while enabling competition and choice among service providers. Local Linx provides connectivity to a wide range of education-focused and community anchor institutions, including K–12 schools, higher education campuses, libraries, municipal buildings, and public safety facilities. These services are designed to meet the growing bandwidth, resiliency, and redundancy needs of modern learning environments. With standardized, scalable offerings ranging from 5M to 100G and beyond, Local Linx supports future-ready network growth. Through close collaboration with state and local partners, Local Linx plays a critical role in strengthening regional digital infrastructure and ensuring communities and educational institutions have access to reliable, high-capacity connectivity that supports learning, innovation, and long-term economic growth.

Chris Carr

1-413-223-6016

CustomerService@LocalLinx.com locallinx.com

Lumu Technologies

8600 NW 36th Street, Doral, FL 33166

Lumu is a cybersecurity company focused on helping organizations identify and isolate confirmed instances of compromise, which enables security teams to accelerate compromise detection, gain real-time visibility across their infrastructure, and close the breach detection gap from months to minutes.

Maya Daswani

603-918-9403 | mdaswani@lumu.io lumu.io/cybersecurity-for-schools

Logikcull

145 S. Wells Street, Chicago, IL 60606

Streamline Public Records Requests and Investigations with Logikcull. Hundreds of school systems across the US trust Logikcull to handle public records requests and investigations with unprecedented speed and efficiency. What once took days of manual file gathering now happens in minutes through automated collection from email, Office 365, Google Drive, and Slack. School districts save thousands of dollars and countless hours by managing the entire process in-house—from data collection to production— without costly third-party vendors. AI-powered redaction automatically protects privileged communications and sensitive PII with 99%+ accuracy, while Culling Intelligence identifies over 90% of responsive documents across 10,000+ records within 24 hours. Whether responding to FOIA requests, handling subpoenas, or managing Title IX investigations, Logikcull helps educational institutions of all sizes move faster, preserve IT resources, and meet complex legal requirements under IDEA, FERPA, and other regulations—all within budget.

Robert Hilson

312-248-4430 (company) | 786-436-3157 (rep) robert.hilson@revealdata.com logikcull.com

MagicSchool

1576 Sherman Street, Denver, CO 80203

MagicSchool is the most trusted AI platform in K–12, already used by over 6 million educators. Our mission is to give every teacher a safe, effective AI assistant that reduces burnout, saves hours each week, and improves student outcomes. With 80+ curriculum-aligned tools, districts can ensure instruction stays on track while students build essential AI literacy. Enterprise-grade privacy, compliance, and oversight make adoption safe, scalable, and equitable. MagicSchool empowers schools to embrace AI responsibly— protecting student data, supporting teacher well-being, and preparing every learner for the future. Educators are the magic; we provide the tools to help them shine.

Phil Terra 347-838-1051 | phil@magicschool.ai www.magicschool.ai

Ockers Technologies

48 Leona Drive, Middleboro, MA 02346

Founded on over 100 years of technical experience and expertise, Ockers Technologies provides the operational advantages, productivity savings and administrative efficiencies our customers appreciate as their proven, single-source “go-to” IT service partner.

Jonathan Velozo

508-586-4642 | jvelozo@ockers.com ockers.com

ParentSquare

6144 Calle Real #200a, Goleta, CA 93117

ParentSquare is the trusted leader in school-home engagement, helping K-12 districts nationwide reach every family with an award-winning, all-in-one communication platform. Reaching over 20 million students nationwide, ParentSquare replaces one-size-fits-all legacy systems with personalized messaging, websites, forms, payments, and more—built together in one easy-to-use platform. With powerful features for achieving 100% contactability, two way translation into 190+ languages, and purpose-built AI enhancements, ParentSquare empowers districts to invite every family to be involved in their student’s education, no matter their home language or the device they use. Recognized for growth and innovation by Inc. 5000, GSV 150, and more, ParentSquare was founded in 2011 in Santa Barbara, California. Learn more at parentsquare.com.

Katie Ford

570-337-8891 | katie.ford@parentsquare.com www.parentsquare.com

Panorama Education

24 School Street, Second Floor Boston, MA 02108

Panorama Education is a leading education technology company that partners with K-12 schools and districts to help students succeed in the classroom and beyond. Founded in 2012, Panorama is the partner of choice for districts that want to implement AI safely and securely, elevate academic performance, improve attendance and behavior, and prepare students for graduation and life after school. Panorama’s secure, research-backed software for AI, student support, and community voice and engagement provides educators with a unified view and actionable insights across academics, attendance, behavior, and wellbeing. Through professional development and hands-on support, Panorama helps districts achieve their goals and deliver lasting impact. Today, Panorama supports 15 million students in 25,000 schools and 2,000 districts nationwide.

Genessis Zarrabal

888-268-1590 | info@panoramaed.com www.PanoramaEd.com

PDQ

2200 S Main Street, Suite 200 South Salt Lake, UT 84115

PDQ builds software for IT professionals to help them manage their devices simply, securely, and pretty damn quick. For education technology leaders supporting K–12 districts, higher education, or multi-campus networks, that means less time tracking down laptops, labs, and shared devices and more time keeping learning online and uninterrupted. With PDQ, teams can discover, configure, patch, and manage almost any device from anywhere, with the visibility and control needed to stay ahead of security risks and compliance requirements. Thousands of sysadmins at education institutions large and small trust PDQ to support reliable device operations at scale. Whether you are rolling out new devices before the semester starts or responding to mid-year changes, PDQ helps you standardize, automate, and scale device management without adding complexity.

Alyssa Villarreal

801-657-4657 | alyssa.villarreal@pdq.com

www.pdq.com

PowerSchool

150 Parkshore Drive, Folsom, CA 95630

PowerSchool is a leading global provider of cloudbased software for K-12 education. Its mission is to empower educators, administrators, and families to ensure personalized education for every student journey. PowerSchool offers end-to-end product clouds that connect the central office to the classroom to the home with award-winning products including Schoology Learning and Naviance CCLR, so school districts can securely manage student data, enrollment, attendance, grades, instruction, assessments, human resources, talent, professional development, special education, data analytics and insights, communications, and college and career readiness. PowerSchool supports over 60 million students in more than 90 countries and over 18,000 customers, including more than 90 of the top 100 districts by student enrollment in the United States.

Don Luby

877-873-1550 | don.luby@powerschool.com www.powerschool.com

RetroFit Technologies

350 Myles Standish Boulevard #202 Taunton, MA 02780

RetroFit Technologies provides IT managed services, cybersecurity solutions, infrastructure management, and IT maintenance to organizations throughout New England.

Marc Zarrella

508-478-2222 | sales@retrofit.com www.retrofit.com

Pro AV Systems, Inc.

201 Riverneck Road, Suite 2A

Chelmsford, MA 01824

Pro AV Systems is New England’s leading Audio Visual Integrator. We specialize in front of classroom technology, audio systems and large venue integrated AV systems. As a state contract vendor and WBE/MBE organization, we have done many large school rollouts and new school construction projects throughout the state.

Mary Finn

978-692-5111 | mary@proavsi.com www.proavsi.com

Scale Computing

3307 Northland Drive, Suite #500 Austin, TX 78731

Scale Computing is the industry’s largest edge-first platform company, uniquely positioned to power the AI-driven future of distributed enterprises. Providing edge computing, managed network security, re-virtualization and hyperconverged solutions, Scale Computing delivers an integrated infrastructure that adapts and scales from one to 50,000 locations. Thousands of organizations around the world rely on Scale Computing to power critical applications with unparalleled ease. Learn more at www. scalecomputing.com.

Levi Eisenhut

877-722-5359 | Newengland@scalecomputing.com www.scalecomputing.com

Second Life Mac

7603 New Gross Point Road Skokie IL 60077

We help schools and businesses recover the residual value remaining in their IT assets, like iPads and MacBooks.

David Willard

717-639-5302 | willard@secondlifemac.com secondlifemac.com

Superior Communication Services

929 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701

Superior Communication Services (SCS) is a technology services integrator specializing in the design and installation of Tel/Data, Security and Audio-Visual solutions.

Scott Savard

508-397-9747 | scottsavard@scs08.com scs08.com

SMART Technologies

Suite 600, 214-11 Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2R 0K1 Canada

SMART Technologies is a leader in collaborative technology trusted by millions of teachers, students, and business leaders worldwide. Since the original SMART Board®, purpose-built for education, SMART continues to bring innovative tools to market including Lumio™, the awardwinning cloud-based learning software, and their interactive displays designed for business. While SMART solutions continue to grow in global demand, SMART Technologies maintains its unwavering commitment to create technology that helps teachers, learners and teams everywhere create meaningful connections. Learn more at smarttech.com. #WeAreSMART #ConnectionsThatMatter #GoLumio

Vincenza Cirielli

403-245-0333 | VincenzaCirielli@smarttech.com www.smarttech.com

SysCloud

125 Half Mile Road, Red Bank, NJ 07701

SysCloud: Easy, Reliable Backup for K-12 Schools. SysCloud helps K-12 schools protect their Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 data with automated backup and quick recovery. Our solution keeps student and staff data safe, ensures compliance, and helps schools recover from accidental deletions or cyber threats.

Tom Mandese 201-951-2009 | thomas@syscloud.com www.syscloud.com

7 Norden Lane, Huntington Station, NY 11746

Teq is an innovative learning company that partners with schools to modernize classrooms and improve student outcomes. Teq delivers a blend of best-in-class educational technology, hands-on STEM and project-based learning resources, and scalable professional development that helps teachers adopt new tools with confidence. Their offerings include interactive displays, curriculum-aligned instructional materials, and training programs led by certified education professionals who focus on practical classroom applications. Teq also supports operational needs—such as bells and paging systems—that help districts manage communications. Teq emphasizes training designed to build teacher capacity and embed technology into daily practice. Teq’s services are tailored to district goals, whether rolling out districtwide devices, designing active learning spaces, or implementing STEM pathways. By combining product expertise, on-site and virtual coaching, and ongoing support, Teq is a single partner for districts seeking to transform learning environments and make technology adoption meaningful.

Emily Luongo

351-322-3306

emilyluongo@teq.com

www.teq.com

Valley Communications Systems, Inc.

20 1st Avenue, Chicopee, MA 01020

Founded in 1945, Valley Communications Systems, Inc. (VCS) is an industry-leading AV and technology integrator, delivering custom solutions for digital transformation and greater business enablement. VCS is an established and strategic national partner for Fortune 100 enterprises, premier educational institutions, and Federal, State and Local governments. At the forefront of technology growth and innovation, we exceed the expectations of our most discerning and forward-thinking clients. Our solutions meticulously blend the art and science of intuitive, seamless UX design with world class technology, integrating simple, scalable solutions that deliver unparalleled experience, value and measurable ROI.

James Tremble

413-374-2876 | jamest@valleycommunications.com www.valleycommunications.com

Trebron Security

180 W Hillcrest Avenue, Strasburg, PA 17579

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We specialize in ensuring IT leaders select, procure, and maintain the right solutions for their organization’s digital defense. We act as your dedicated tech conductor, orchestrating seamless integration and driving innovation to strengthen your cyber security foundation. Partner with us to turn your tech vision into a reality, enhancing digital defense with precision and expertise.

Brian Grover

857-939-4973 | grover@trebron.com

www.trebron.com

Verkada

250 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10010

Verkada provides an enterprise-grade, hybrid-cloud physical security platform that unifies video surveillance, access control, intercoms, and environmental sensors into a single, web-based Command dashboard. By eliminating the need for complex on-premise servers, NVRs, and the security risks associated with port forwarding, the system significantly reduces the IT administrative burden while offering native, seamless integrations with existing identity providers like Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, and PowerSchool for automated, SCIM-based user provisioning. This modern architecture leverages edge-based processing and encrypted onboard storage to ensure continuous, high-resolution recording even during network outages, maintaining a bandwidth-efficient footprint of just 20-50 kbps per camera. Massachusetts IT directors can confidently scale security across their entire district with 10-year hardware warranties and automatic, over-the-air firmware updates that continuously introduce new AI-powered analytics—such as facial recognition and unusual activity detection—without the need for manual patches or expensive hardware refreshes.

Grace Livingston

408-375-8875 | grace.livingston@verkada.com www.verkada.com

Vivacity Tech PBC

641 Fairview Avenue N, Suite 150

St. Paul, MN 55104

Vivacity Tech PBC specializes in simplifying Google Chromebook deployment from day one, supporting over 2,000 school districts with exceptional customer service. We provide end-to-end device support for over 1 million active devices, minimizing downtime, protecting your technology investments, and ensuring classrooms run smoothly. As the only Public Benefit Corporation delivering EdTech hardware to K-12 schools, we are committed to ensuring that technology meets your needs. Our mission goes beyond providing products—we foster partnership, purpose, and progress. Discover the Vivacious difference at vivacitytech.com.

Brenden Jones

877-731-2069 | bjones@vivacitytech.com www.vivacitytech.com

Zoom

55 Almaden Boulevard, 6th Floor San Jose, CA 95113

Zoom (NASDAQ:ZM) provides the AI-first, open work platform built for human connection and purposefully designed to move conversations to completion. From entrepreneurs to global enterprises, customers choose Zoom to seamlessly collaborate, communicate, and drive outcomes across meetings, chat, phone, contact center, events, and more — all with the built-in assistance of Zoom AI Companion. Founded in 2011, Zoom is headquartered in San Jose, CA. For more information, visit One platform to connect | Zoom.

Christian Hansen

888-799-9666

christian.hansen@zoom.com www.zoom.com

Whalley Computer Associates, Inc.

1 Whalley Way, Southwick, MA 01077

Since the early onset of the micro-computer era in 1979, Whalley Computer Associates (WCA) has been a leader in automation needs throughout North America. WCA is headquartered in Southwick, MA.

William J. Oleksak

413-569-4200 | wjo.admin@wca.com www.wca.com

METAA Mentor Program

The Massachusetts Educational Technology Administrators Association (METAA) is pleased to inform you that the METAA Mentorship Program for Educational Technology Leaders has been launched.

The METAA Educational Technology Leader Mentorship Program is designed to foster facilitated mentoring connections to support new and current educational technology leaders in developing and advancing their career skills including:

• Taking an active role in the school district’s longterm strategic and operational goals

• Understanding the educational environment to recognize how technology enhances the student’s educational experience

• Managing Technology & Supporting Resources

Read more on page 34 or find additional information at www.techdirectors.org/learning/metaa-mentor-program/

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