Need an iPad App? Make Sure You Know the New Process for Requesting One

The process for requesting an app for agency iPads has changed. Please make sure you review the new process. The process can also be found on the Intranet > Technology > Apple Devices > iPad > iPad App Acquisition Process. 

Our interests include: 

• Getting the needed tools, supportive of evidence-based practice, into staff members' hands efficiently. 
• Supporting equitable access to tools among staff needing the tools. 
• Protecting student privacy and information. The digital security process is currently under construction. 

Process for Free Apps - All Staff 

• As a professional, consider if an app is aligned with standards of practice and current agency Digital Privacy, Safety and Security (DPSS) guidelines. 
• After individual consideration of these features, download the app if needed. 

Process to Purchase Apps - Certified Staff 

• Work with your Job-Alike Facilitator, who will work with the Job-Alike Leads to review your requested app. 
• JAFs and Leads will consider the request based on the features outlined above. The review process will include consideration of the scope of access recommended among the Job-Alike group. 
• JAFs or the assigned leader working with the JAFs will communicate the approved purchase request, including the names of those needing the app, to Judy Cleveland in the Internal Technology Department. 

Process to Purchase Apps - Classified Staff 

• Work with your supervisor (department or region), who will consider the request based on the features outlined above. The review process will include consideration of the scope of access recommended. 
• The supervisor will communicate the approved purchase request, including the names of those needing the app, to Judy Cleveland in the Internal Technology Department.