Additional costs

You will need to allow for some additional costs over and above the installation and ongoing monthly fees for the core service and any optional services you choose.

Training

Training can assist your staff and students to get the greatest possible benefit from SchoolZone's many features. See our training section for information on the types of training available and a list of providers.

Virtual Education Network annual membership

Virtual Education Network (VEN) is SchoolZone's national governing body. VEN is responsible for defining and managing network policies and is independent of Telecom. To get SchoolZone, you must be a member of VEN, or join VEN when you order the service. VEN charges an annual membership fee of $50.

Video conferencing equipment

You will need to purchase or lease video conferencing equipment to use this SchoolZone feature. Equipment includes a TV screen, camera and video conferencing unit for each location. The total cost for these can range between $8,000 and $20,000 depending on the picture quality and functionality you require. We've put together more information on video conferencing equipment, including who to talk to and where you can buy.

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