Lawrence Public School District Celebrates Successful Ribbon Cutting Event for New WANRack Wide Area Network
WANRack, a leading provider of private broadband networks for K-12 schools, unveiled the newly implemented Wide Area Network for the Lawrence Public School District. The event took place today, August 1st, 2023, at Lawrence Public High School and marked a significant milestone in the district's mission to provide students with cutting-edge educational opportunities.
The new network now offers the district unlimited bandwidth and robust security, ensuring a reliable and secure online learning environment for its students and staff long into the future. Superintendent of the Lawrence Public School District, Dr. Anthony Lewis, reported that the district will save approximately $3 million over its contract with WANRack.
During the event, representatives from WANRack, Lawrence Public Schools, local government officials, and other community leaders came together to celebrate the years of hard work and planning. Attendees emphasized the impact this innovative network will have on the educational experience of Lawrence students and its positive implications for the entire community.
WANRack CEO and Founder Rob Oyler highlighted the significance of this collaboration and its potential to transform education. Rob Oyler said, "We are proud to have been chosen by Lawrence Public School District to build this network that will truly revolutionize the way students access information and learn. Our partnership is a testament to the commitment both organizations have to provide the best possible learning environment for the students of Lawrence."
The new WANRack Wide Area Network will support a wide range of digital learning initiatives, enabling Lawrence Public School District to enhance its curriculum. Moreover, this high-speed and secure network will facilitate seamless communication and data exchange among schools within the district, promoting collaboration and efficiency.
WANRack and the Lawrence Public School District would like to thank all attendees, partners, and community members who participated in and supported the Ribbon Cutting Event. This momentous occasion marks a new chapter in Lawrence's commitment to providing the best possible education to its students and ensuring their readiness for the challenges of the future.
About WANRack
WANRack provides high-bandwidth, fiber-based infrastructure and related services to schools, hospitals, libraries, enterprises, and carrier customers throughout the continental United States. Service offerings include E-Rate-compliant lit fiber, dark fiber, and special construction solutions. Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, the company provides bespoke fiber solutions, which eliminate countless points of failure found in typical legacy networks. To learn more about WANRack, visit www.wanrack.com.
