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Despite Seattle's tech focus, the school district lags in providing students computers
Computer coding and software jobs have become linchpins in Seattle's economy. But Seattle Public Schools has been outpaced by nearby school districts when it comes to providing computers to students. Now the Seattle district is asking the school board to approve a $12 million purchase to try to catch up, including by providing all ninth graders with a laptop starting this fall.
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By KNKX Public RadioComputer coding and software jobs have become linchpins in Seattle's economy. But Seattle Public Schools has been outpaced by nearby school districts when it comes to providing computers to students. Now the Seattle district is asking the school board to approve a $12 million purchase to try to catch up, including by providing all ninth graders with a laptop starting this fall.