I am wondering if the plan is to eventually do away with books. The cost of books for schools is surprisingly high. One iPad can contain several times the ‘content’ of one book + adds interactivity. That said, I don’t think the iPads will last long. The kids using them are not responsible for their upkeep/maintenance. A better approach would be to require iPads or equiv after 2nd grade – parent purchased. Financial hardship cases could get gov money.. but they are limited to the less ‘fancy’ versions. Might even make the purchase of one per kid per 3 years; tax deductible..

Properly used, such tech has the chance of significantly improving education.

NOTE: $15mil would pay for more than 150 teachers…