Justin LeClair
District Technology Coordinator
Email: jleclair@braham.k12.mn.us
Phone: 320-396-5206
Katie Blomdahl
Digital Navigator
Email: kblomdahl@braham.k12.mn.us
Student and Parent Technical Help:
The Braham Technology department is available to staff, students, and parents for their school-related technical needs
Email jleclair@braham.k12.mn.us if you have questions or need to schedule a time to troubleshoot your issue.
If you do not have access to email, please call 320-396-5206
If you are a parent or student and need support regarding INTERNET ACCESS, click here
To rent a Chromebook from the district you can fill out the Chromebook Agreement Form here
Reliable Internet will be essential during the Hybrid/Distance Learning Models.
Students or parents must inform the district if there is no reliable internet at home
Due to our limited resources in providing internet service (hotspots), please check with your local provider first before contacting your school (see below)
Paper copies of all work can be provided for students that cannot access learning materials digitally
Broadband Initiative
The Technology department now has a position called Digital Navigator.
The Digital Navigator will connect with families needing broadband options and follow up with them to make sure their needs are being met. This position will also consult with staff if students are struggling with connecting that may not be self-identifying they have these issues. We will be using a variety of options for connectivity
-Connections with Local Providers
-Identified outdoor hotspot locations
-Other options as they are available/viable
Need Internet Access? Here is a list of local Internet Service Providers (ISP) with links to their main website, as well as their low-cost services that families must qualify for.
CenturyLink Homepage I Phone: 800-244-1111 or Low-Cost Internet Options I (855) 954-6546
MidCo Homepage I Low-Cost Internet Options I Phone: 1.800.888.1300
Speeds needed for common online tasks:
Want to check your current speed? www.speedtest.net
Things you should consider before running your speed test: Be sure to close all other windows and applications. Internet speed changes throughout the day. Test your speed multiple times for clear results. Run the speed test in the same room and in clear sight of your router for the most accurate result. Running multiple devices or using streaming services while speed testing will impact your results.