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Todd Pilch

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Todd Pilch

Director of Technology

Message: Technology

 

 

Self-described as a behind-the-scenes guy, Todd and his staff keep SSD running smoothly on-line and off. District technology includes servers, PCs, Chrome books, wires, cables, routers, switches, wireless connectivity, internet access, user safety, as well as phones, printers/copiers, doors, clocks and bells. If you aren’t seeing Todd in person, it’s because he’s tucked away troubleshooting or repairing.

Todd’s a native Oregonian. He was born in Pendleton, grew up in Pilot Rock with his teacher parents, then moved to McMinnville to take advantage of his Linfield music scholarship. While there he met his wife, DeAnn, when they literally ran into each other on their dormitory stairs.

Initially Todd wanted to study electrical engineering. When he discovered computer science, that was it. Everything clicked into place as he began to learn programming, hardware, software, networking and all the other exciting bits and bytes connecting the planet.

Notably, Todd worked for a fish egg sorting company, programming, testing and troubleshooting. After nearly a decade there, he branched out into his own PC consulting and repair business. He and his wife, now parents of two school children, enjoyed working together, especially training users. That’s how he arrived at Sisters School District, through a call for consultant help at the elementary school. Todd also taught Cisco network classes at the high school and assisted with summer computer camps.

Always curious about how things work, Todd fills his leisure time with projects reflecting that. He enjoys reading, landscaping, gardening, as well as planning and research for home projects.

 

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Technology in K-12 education is not a mere utility; it is the foundation of modern learning infrastructure. A successful technology support philosophy, while including a reactive "help desk," must also be an intentional, proactive educational partner. The ultimate goal is to create a seamless, secure, and invisible tech ecosystem where teachers can teach and students can learn without disruption.

True IT success in a K-12 environment extends beyond closed help tickets. It is measured by the confidence of the teaching staff, the equity of student access, and the minimization of lost instructional time due to technical failure.