1. Intermediate Unit I Internet 2 Project

2. IU I Geography

4. Purpose Equitable Access to Technology for Poor Rural Schools Create cost savings through technology consortium 24/7 access to ed services

5. Desired Outcomes Digital Video on Demand On Line Assessment Video Conferencing AP Coursework Expansion K-20 Collaboratives World Wide Co-teaching Distance Learning Student on-line courses Staff development

6. Needed Inputs Connectivity from school districts to Central Hub I2 partner Start up funding

7. Cost Savings to School Districts Data storage Shared software Student records Administrative (e.g., accounting, personnel, etc.) Move Thin client systems Reduce personnel costs through centralized server farm

8. First Step: Pilot Project Partners Carnegie Mellon University/CANA California University of PA California Area School District Intermediate Unit I PAIU: e-Quality Project