Within the 2026 Bond Proposal, District 88 calls out “technology upgrades and enhancements” as a key component of its infrastructure and building systems plan. These upgrades are grouped with mechanical, temperature control, and lighting improvements, suggesting facility-focused technology such as network infrastructure, classroom technology, controls, and related systems rather than purely instructional software. The district notes that current funding levels only support basic maintenance and that modernization of aging systems, including technology, requires additional capital through the proposed bond. No specific platforms, equipment, or IT vendors are named, and there is no indication that RFPs have been issued. This positions the effort squarely in planning, giving IT integrators, low-voltage contractors, and EdTech infrastructure providers a window to help the district define standards and prioritize technology projects as part of the bond scope. Conversations could focus on network capacity, classroom AV, security integrations, and energy management aligned with the broader goal of creating healthier, more efficient learning environments.

Technology is referenced within the infrastructure and building systems section, implying integratio...