Carlos Rosario School: Transforming Educational Technology Access

Andy Torres • November 6, 2024

How Cloud9 Technology Consulting Enabled Carlos Rosario School to Achieve Seamless Distance Learning, Operational Efficiency, and Significant Cost Savings

AT A GLANCE

Cloud9 Technology Consulting successfully transitioned Carlos Rosario School to full-time distance learning for 2,300 students during the pandemic, ensuring each student had fast, reliable data connectivity while also focusing on cost optimization and operational efficiency for the public charter school.

ABOUT CARLOS ROSARIO

With over 50 years of experience, Carlos Rosario School provides quality education to the immigrant population in Washington, D.C., focusing on English as a second language, workforce development, and supportive services. With over 80,000 graduates who have become community leaders, Carlos Rosario is committed to lifelong learning and empowerment.

CHALLENGES

When the COVID-19 pandemic required the school to transition 2,300 students to distance learning, Carlos Rosario faced several hurdles:

Enabling all students to access online classes to meet public funding requirements

Ensuring cost optimization and operational efficiency as a public charter school

SOLUTIONS

Cloud9 Technology Consulting provided a comprehensive technology solution to ensure effective distance learning and operational stability:

Ensured each student laptop had fast, reliable data connectivity for uninterrupted learning.

Migrated the school's email system to the cloud, implemented cybersecurity measures, and designed a scalable, secure network.

Optimized costs across technology assets, managing and securing devices to minimize risk and enhance efficiency.

OUTCOME

Cloud9's tailored approach resulted in a more resilient network, substantial cost savings, and improved service levels for Carlos Rosario School. Key outcomes included:

Cost Savings on Mobility: $1M saved in the first year by optimizing mobility costs.
Increased Connectivity Efficiency: Achieved 34% savings on internet and network services, with double the bandwidth and added redundancy for business continuity.
Cloud Migration Benefits: Reduced hardware maintenance costs by moving phone systems, email, and security to cloud-based solutions.
Project Management Support: Provided expertise in creating RFPs and managing service responses to maintain quality and competitive pricing.

Cloud9's partnership empowered Carlos Rosario School to continue delivering high-quality education, even in the face of unprecedented challenges.

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