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Microsoft Software Access for Hillsborough County Public Schools

Original title: Microsoft | Hillsborough County Public Schools

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What This Bill Does

Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) provides students and staff with Microsoft 365 A5 subscriptions for school and work use. The program includes installation rights on personal devices and access to separate discount programs for personal hardware and software purchases.

Why it matters

Students and staff receive access to Microsoft 365 software for school-related tasks, with specific rules regarding account expiration upon graduation or leaving the district.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Students

Students receive access to M365 A5 software on personal devices and are eligible for student hardware discounts.

Directly affected

Staff

Staff receive M365 A5 software access and are eligible for a permanent 30% discount on personal Microsoft subscriptions.

Key Facts

HCPS provides an M365 A5 subscription to all staff and students.
Users may install M365 apps on up to 5 personal devices.
Software access is tied to the HCPS user account, not a personal account.
Software is intended for work or school use only.

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Apps enter 'reduced functionality mode' when a user graduates or leaves the district.
Staff are eligible for a 30% discount on Microsoft 365 family or personal subscriptions through the Workplace Discount Program.
The Workplace Discount Program discount remains active even after separation from the district.
Students may access separate discounts on hardware like Surface laptops via the Microsoft Education Store.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to my Microsoft 365 apps when I graduate?

The apps will enter '' because the subscription is tied to your HCPS account.

Can I use the school-provided Microsoft 365 for personal projects?

No, the subscription provided by the district is intended for work or school use only.

Do staff get permanent discounts on Microsoft software?

Yes, staff can receive a 30% discount on personal or family subscriptions that remains valid even after leaving the district.

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Connected Entities

Microsoft, Hillsborough County Public Schools

OrganizationMicrosoft“The software provider for the district's M365 A5 subscription.”Map →

OrganizationHillsborough County Public Schools“The school district providing the software subscription.”Map →

Sources

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www.hillsboroughschools.org

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