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Information  Technology

Zachary Hanshaw

Executive Director
330.761.2727
zhanshaw@apslearns.org

Welcome to the Information Technology Division of our school district!  We are committed to providing cutting-edge technology solutions to support the educational journey of our students and staff. 


  • Our Chromebook initiative ensures that every student has access to a powerful tool for learning, collaboration, and creativity. 
  • Our robust networking infrastructure ensures seamless connectivity across our buildings, enabling efficient access to online resources and educational materials.
  • Continuous professional development opportunities are provided to our staff to stay updated with the the latest trends and technologies in education. 
  • Moreover, safeguarding student and staff data is our utmost priority, and we adhere to strict data privacy and security protocols to protect sensitive information. 

Your trust in our commitment to technological excellence drives our dedication to providing the best possible IT services for our district.

Team Leads

Dan Kirk
Coordinator, Network Services
jdk47210@apslearns.org

Charles Yerkey
Coordinator, Software Support (ERP)
cyerkey2@apslearns.org
 

Kevin Herrick
Coordinator, Technical Support
kherrick@apslearns.org

Sam Tashjian
Coordinator, EMIS
stashjia@apslearns.org

Lucy Wiant
Coordinator, Software Support (SIS)
lwiant@apslearns.org

Carrie Evans
Technology Training Specialist
cshanafe@apslearns.org

Chromebook Information & Resources

Technology Policy & Signature Documents

Privacy Policy Resources