K-12 IT Solutions

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Powering future‑ready learning for today’s students

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K–12 schools need more than technology—they need a trusted partner that can help create secure, durable, and manageable learning environments. Dell brings purpose-built devices, modern PC management, built-in security, and end-to-end support designed for the realities of education. With solutions tailored for students, educators, and IT teams, Dell helps schools simplify device deployment, protect student data, support digital learning, and keep classrooms running smoothly. The result is technology that helps districts do more with limited resources while creating reliable learning experiences that prepare students for the future.
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80%

Districts have generative AI initiatives underway or planned

78%

Districts invest in cybersecurity monitoring, detection and response

91%

K-12 IT leaders say getting AI right is essential to student's success

Industry trends shaping K-12 education

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Accelerating digital transformation

Equipping schools with durable, high‑performing devices and modern platforms supports seamless learning experiences. From battery life that lasts the entire school day to robust durability, technology is enabling classrooms to adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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Harnessing AI for educational excellence

AI is already embedded in classrooms, with over 50% of secondary students using AI tools for schoolwork. By teaching AI literacy and ethical use, schools can prepare students and educators to meet real‑world challenges.
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Enhancing cyber and physical security

As digital learning expands, cyber risk grows. Over 80% of K‑12 organizations experienced a cyber incident, driving investment in threat detection and data protection to safeguard student data.
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Transforming the workforce of tomorrow

Career‑connected learning improves graduation and employment outcomes. By fostering skills in AI, cybersecurity, and STEM, schools are helping shape a workforce equipped to thrive in an ever-changing job market.
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Funding you need to fulfill your mission

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Grants Support Program

Find and access funds to bring your district’s project to life. With our Grants Support Program, Dell Technologies helps K–12 districts identify federal and state funding opportunities and provides complementary research, guidance, and proposal support to pursue competitive grants.
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Purchasing made simple for K-12 districts

Leverage existing contracts and procurement vehicles to help bring your project to life.
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Dell Technologies delivers advanced solutions for K-12 Districts

Technology for Students, Educators, and Administrators

In learning environments everywhere, the right devices empower every learner to think bigger, move faster, and collaborate more deeply. With durable technology that sparks creativity and streamlines everyday tasks, Dell helps students, educators, and administrators thrive. Discover how our devices create engaging, equitable, and future-ready learning experiences for all.
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Preparing today’s learners to be tomorrow’s leaders

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Dell Student TechCrew

Dell's Student TechCrew program partners with schools to provide students with hands-on technical training, industry certifications, and career preparation, empowering them to deliver IT support while building essential skills for their future.​
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Girls Who Game

Girls Who Game is a global program by Dell Technologies, Microsoft, and Intel that empowers students to develop STEM and leadership skills through gaming, fostering collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving in a supportive environment.​
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Tech Career Circuit

Tech Career Circuit, launched by Dell Technologies and Discovery Education, is a free educational hub offering hands-on resources to prepare students in grades 6-12 for in-demand IT careers.
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Frequently asked questions

Public sector organizations are encouraged to work directly with their dedicated Dell Account Manager for sales, support, and solution guidance. If you do not know your assigned contact, you can use the Dell Technologies Contact Us page to be routed to the appropriate public‑sector specialist. Dell teams can assist with product selection, contracts and procurement, large‑scale deployments, professional services, financing options, and long‑term IT planning aligned to public‑sector requirements.

Yes, the Dell Grants Office Support Program assists state and local government, K12, higher education and healthcare agencies in accessing federal and state grants. It offers free services, including customized funder research, project consultation and proposal development support to help organizations identify relevant funding opportunities and develop competitive applications to advance community projects.

Dell Technologies is an approved and participating vendor on a wide range of state, local, and education (SLED) contracts and purchasing cooperatives, enabling agencies to procure technology quickly and compliantly. These contracts are pre‑negotiated to meet public‑sector requirements, helping organizations reduce procurement timelines, ensure contract compliance, and access transparent, competitive pricing across Dell solutions and services. 

Dell solutions are designed for durability, sustainability and simplified fleet management to lower the total cost of ownership. The company offers innovative payment solutions for hardware, software and services, allowing organizations to align and scale the cost of IT solutions with technology consumption and budget availability.

Dell Financial Services (DFS) provides flexible payment solutions for qualified public sector customers to help you acquire the technology you need while preserving budget. DFS options can include predictable monthly or annual payment structures, technology rotation programs that support regular refresh and lifecycle management and consumption‑based or subscription models for select solutions. These programs are designed to help align costs with usage, extend payments over time instead of making large upfront purchases, and support long‑term planning across K‑12, higher education and government environments. Your Dell Technologies representative can work with you and DFS to identify the specific program and term structure that best fits your organization’s budget, approval process, and technology roadmap.

Yes, Dell offers a comprehensive portfolio of professional services, including deployment, consulting and managed service offerings. Agencies can roll out new devices or pilots at scale with less strain on IT teams and minimal disruption to essential public services.

Dell Validated Designs provide pretested, end to end architectures for common and emerging workloads—such as AI, analytics and cloud—to help organizations deploy AI faster in a governed, secure way. These designs combine Dell infrastructure, software and best practices into repeatable solutions that simplify planning, reduce deployment complexity and deliver predictable performance at scale.

Dell Technologies offers a powerful partner ecosystem designed to support businesses of all sizes. From innovative IT solutions to expert consulting and specialized support, our partners are equipped to help you succeed. Explore our network and find the right partner for your needs through the Dell Technologies Partner Locator.

Dell Premier is a secure, personalized online platform that helps organizations explore, buy and manage IT with confidence. Learn more and access Dell Premier to discover exclusive pricing, customizable shopping, and enhanced IT purchasing control.

Dell provides scalable, secure, and easy‑to‑manage solutions that help districts reduce technical debt, refresh aging devices, and modernize infrastructure to support digital learning across all grade levels. We partner with districts to standardize on platforms that are purpose‑built for K–12 and easier to support over time.

Dell provides a comprehensive education portfolio designed for the rigors of school life. Our devices offer best-in-class durability, passing military-grade tests to reduce downtime and repair costs. With exceptional serviceability and a cohesive ecosystem for students and staff, Dell PCs help simplify IT management and maximize your IT budget.

Dell solutions incorporate zero‑trust principles, advanced threat detection, and secure device management to safeguard sensitive student information and minimize learning disruptions. With end‑to‑end protection across devices, networks, and core systems, we help districts strengthen cyber resilience and support compliance with evolving data privacy requirements.

Yes. Dell offers end‑to‑end deployment services—including imaging, asset tagging, white‑glove delivery, and on‑site setup—so districts can roll out new devices at scale with less strain on IT teams and minimal disruption to teaching and learning.

Dell provides pre‑validated AI solutions, responsible AI guidelines, and professional services that help districts introduce AI in a governed, age‑appropriate way. We focus on use cases like instructional support, administrative efficiency, and smarter use of student data—so schools can explore AI’s potential while keeping safeguards, transparency, and local policies at the center.

Dell solutions are built for durability, sustainability, and simplified fleet management—lowering total cost of ownership and helping districts do more with limited resources. Rugged, repairable devices and modern, right‑sized infrastructure help extend lifecycles, reduce downtime, and keep technology aligned with district goals over time.

Dell offers flexible support and repair options designed for the realities of K–12 environments, where devices see daily student use. Districts can choose from a range of service levels to address accidental damage, hardware failures, and ongoing maintenance—helping reduce downtime and keep students learning. With options such as on‑site or depot repair, predictable service timelines, and education‑focused device designs that are easier to service, Dell helps IT teams manage repairs efficiently while minimizing disruptions to classrooms and instructional schedules.

Dell helps K–12 districts plan for end‑of‑life device management through secure, responsible, and environmentally sound options. Services may include asset recovery, certified recycling, and support for data security throughout the device retirement process. By helping districts safely retire aging technology, recover value where possible, and meet sustainability and compliance goals, Dell supports long‑term fleet planning while reducing environmental impact and administrative burden.

Yes. Dell offers exclusive discounts for eligible students and educators, including U.S. high school students age 16+, full‑time and part‑time college, university, and trade school students, as well as U.S. K‑12 and post‑secondary teachers and faculty. Eligibility is verified through SheerID—learn more and see available offers.