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Administrative Computer Consortium

Efficient school district administration requires a sophisticated computerized system. However, to purchase, maintain, and staff such a system can place a major strain on a district's resources. The IU 13 Administrative Computer Consortium solves this problem as well as simplifying the entire process for participating districts.

Services Provided

The Administrative Computer Consortium meets the administrative computing needs of many school districts by providing and coordinating a cost-effective, cooperative effort. Members are linked through high-speed digital telecommunications to the IU 13 computers, guaranteeing high performance and substantial savings for system users.

Fiscal Services

BiTech software is used to provide the following:

  • Accounting
  • Payroll
  • Tax collection
  • Census
  • Personnel
  • Fixed Assets

School/Student Services

PowerSchool software is used to provide the following:

  • Scheduling
  • Grade reporting
  • Attendance
  • Transcript
  • Integrated Teacher Grade Book
  • Parent Access
  • Discipline
  • Medical
  • Demographics

Benefits

The IU 13 Administrative Computer Consortium offers substantial financial savings for members. This cost-effective system provides schools and districts the ability to perform the many administrative functions they need while sharing the cost of the system and technical staff among consortium members. In addition to these significant cost savings, the Computer Consortium provides many additional benefits for its members, including:

  • Ongoing, quality technical assistance - Consortium members work directly with IU staff for answers to problems rather than having to contact various software and hardware companies.
  • Staff training - The IU provides extensive training on-site or at the IU to help members make the most effective use of the system's capabilities (no additional fees).
  • Bulk rates for forms - With the buying power of all consortium members, quantity discounts on forms save members even more money.
  • Customized assistance - Members can get the support they need from IU 13 technical staff who are knowledgeable about the system and the school district needs.

The Next Step

Members of the IU 13 Administrative Computer Consortium gain from significant savings, extensive services, and excellent support and training. For more information about how your school or district can benefit by becoming a member of the IU 13 Administrative Computer Consortium, contact:

Keith Earle
Coordinator, Administrative Computer Consortium
(717) 606-1665