Technology Division

The Technology Division is comprised of the chief technology officer, directors, coordinators, specialists and technicians. Hays CISD technology serves every child and staff members in most every leaning activity that occurs in the district. Additionally, the department ensures each employee has the tools and secure access to information necessary for the success of Hays CISD.

Key Department Functions

Network Services / Technology Infrastructure
Local network (LAN), wireless network (WAN), storage area network (SAN), internet access, virtualization, network security, firewalls, email systems, data backups, account access to network resources for district staff and students

Device management
Manage mobile devices, desktop computers, laptops, printers, sound systems, projectors, point of sale (POS) systems

Software Services
Management and maintenance of software applications databases, dashboards, special programming, software request approval

Administrative Support
Tier 1 end user technical support

Technology Workorder/Workflow Management
Management of technology workorder system, installation/maintenance/repair of all work stations, peripherals, instructional technology tools, software, cabling and telephones

Telecom/Unified Presence
Telecom services which include voicemail, management and maintenance of 2200+ handsets, VM password resets, unified communications/unified presence

Security Systems
Keyless building access, campus/building surveillance, management & Maintenance of 700+ video cameras, accessing surveillance video as requested

Student Information Systems (SIS)
Manages data, system procedures and state reporting related to student information including enrollment, demographics, attendance, grades and special programs. Provides technical support and training for staff in the maintenance and reporting of student data.

Management Information Systems (MIS)
Employee database (includes employee data, leave balances, payroll information), maintains and submits staff PEIMS data, federal and state reporting

Alan Duerr
Chief Technology Officer
Email Alan Duerr
(512) 268-2141 x46069