The role of universities in K-12 Internet access

Internet access is an important tool for schools at the kindergarten through high school levels. Students need to learn how to use the Internet as a research tool and as a means of communication. School District 25, in Pocatello, Idaho, has received help from Idaho State University in bringing Internet access to its schools. Although ISU is not our Internet service provider, it has served as a resource and an advocate, helping us to solve many problems. Training opportunities are also being provided through the university. Universities can provide much needed technical and moral support, but their persistence is needed.