Extraordinary Offer for All NH Schools including current and new users of FirstClass

Through NHSTE's participation in NEISTE (New England Regional ISTE Affiliate) we have been able to offer significant pricing discounts for ALL schools in New Hampshire now through June 2008. This pricing represents a HUGE savings. Please go to the bottom of this page for ordering information and the link to download an order form.

The discount can be applied against all FirstClass products listed down below. We will be acceptinging orders until June 30th so that you can use your 2007-08 monies or your 2008-09 funding.. If using 2008-09 monies, simply put DO NOT BILL UNTIL July 1 on your PO. Your school or district can benefit from the combined purchasing power of all NE schools afforded us through this agreement.

We are pleased to announce two new FirstClass Days coming to Vermont and Maine!

FirstClass Days are FREE, one-day programs where you can join Scott Welch, one of the original FirstClass founders and our Director of Product Management as he provides an overview of the latest 9.1 version, talks about the direction for FirstClass 10, add-on options, and the roadmap for future FirstClass development. Continental breakfast and lunch are provided.

We hope you can attend one of these upcoming FirstClass Days in Vermont and Maine. Existing customers and sites new to FirstClass are welcome. Pass this invitation along to a friend!

- Brattleboro, VT - June 4th
- Gorham, ME - June 5th

Very special thanks to our generous host sites - The Graduate Center at Marlboro College, VT and Gorham School Department, ME.

We would also like to extend our thanks to our sponsoring partners - Kannon Communications, and Learning Networks LLC.

For more information and to RSVP for any of these events, visit http://www.firstclass.com/Divisions/FAV13-0024FC90/?Plugin=FC&OpenItemURL=S047C50D
Space may be limited, so for seating and catering purposes, we must receive your RSVP no later than May 23rd.

We strongly encourage customers to take advantage of this unique opportunity to meet one of the original FirstClass founders and interact with other FirstClass users in your region.

You will learn important information about your FirstClass system, including:

* FirstClass 9.1 - What's New
* Managing Compliance with FirstClass Archive Services
* FirstClass: Foundation for Professional Learning Communities and Communities of Practice
* Expanding your FirstClass System: Learning Management, Professional Development Delivery & Web Content Management
* Technology Tips & Tricks: Things You Didn't Know You Could Do With FirstClass
* FirstClass Roadmap - Be among the first to hear about development plans for FirstClass 10, and share your Enhancement Suggestions!

Visit the News and Events section on www.firstclass.com http://www.firstclass.com for more information on these events.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Questions? Please contact Paul Fritzsch - paulf@firstclass.com  / 888.588.3444 ext 6138

WHAT DOES FIRSTCLASS OFFER?

A COLLABORATIVE ONLINE COMMUNITY FOR STUDENTS, TEACHERS AND ADMINISTRATORS

FirstClass offers a dynamic yet secure electronic networking environment where students, teachers and administrators can safely collaborate through:

• FirstClass Conferences - permissions-based shared spaces that facilitate topic-based discussions, email, file sharing, group calendars, writing, peer
  editing, classroom resources sharing, lessons, assignment drop boxes, and more. Each conference can have custom background graphics, layouts,
  resources and workflow tools and can be used for a wide array of topics such as professional development, communities of practice, online courses,
  administrative forms and process, and peer discussions.
  
• FirstClass Workspaces - project areas where smaller groups of users can collaborate together on specific topics by sharing a wide range of electronic resources.
  
• FirstClass Instant Messaging - a powerful online peer communication tool for sharing thoughts, graphics, files, and even voice communications.
  
• FirstClass Web Publishing - built-in web publishing tools that enable users to easily create personal websites, blogs, and even podcasts from within the FirstClass system.
  
• FirstClass File Storage - FirstClass users can easily store files of any type within their FirstClass account - enabling truly mobile data. Files can be
  stored through simple “drag and drop” from a local computer or through the Upload/Download tools within FirstClass.
  

In addition to its powerful online community facility, FirstClass also offers a broad range of integrated features including:

• A centralized directory with built-in presence management.
• Personal and group calendars and scheduling.
• Personal and shared contact management.
• Access and synchronization via wireless handheld devices.
• Workflow and application development/database access tools.
• Network storage of bookmarks for personal and shared use.

21ST CENTURY TOOLS FOR IMPROVING LITERACY

FirstClass enables students of all ages to enhance their literacy skills by turning readers and writers into editors and collaborators. Students from schools across a district can connect through FirstClass conferences, email, or instant messaging to discuss literature or curricular topics, peer edit and publish their written work, and expand their roles beyond that of simply consumers of information, to become content producers and co-authors.

FLEXIBILITY AND EASE OF USE

FirstClass delivers flexibility and performance that offers significant benefits to both users and technical staff, including:

• Easy-to-navigate user interface reduces learning curve and training requirements for new users.

• Client software is quick and easy to download and install.

• Multiple platform support — Windows, Mac OS X (PPC or Intel), Linux client and web browser — enables anytime, anywhere access to the system.
  
• Minimal hardware and administration requirements significantly reduce the time and effort needed to support the system.
  
  
  E-RATE ELIGIBILITY
  
  The FirstClass Division of Open Text partners with schools and libraries by providing assistance and resources to help them successfully apply for, and secure funds through, the federal Erate program for the use of the FirstClass product suite.
  
  Eligible components of FirstClass include:
  • Email Services
  • Voicemail Services
  • Web Hosting
  • Supporting Hardware
  • Maintenance and Support
    
    Further details on FirstClass’ E-rate eligibility are outlined at www.firstclass.com
    

  HOW CAN YOUR SCHOOL TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER?

  • Ask for information and a quote - call Cyndy at 206-6808 or email at cyndy@seresc.net or contact your channel partner
  • Establish your order and fill out an order form. Click here to download an order form
  • Fax or send your order form and PO to:

SERESC
Attn: Cyndy Currier
29 Commerce Drive
Bedford, NH 03110

FAX: 603-206-6598

FirstClass is the collaboration solution of choice for several schools and districts in the New England area. Due to funding shortfalls and other challenges, however, many districts struggle to make the initial investment in licensing and training to get started with FirstClass or expand their existing FirstClass system.

To reduce this financial hurdle for New England schools and districts, NEISTE/NHSTE and FirstClass are working together to offer exclusive pricing on the full suite of FirstClass products. Under this agreement, NEISTE affiliates in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut will benefit from significant discounts on the following FirstClass products:

FirstClass Staff and Student Licenses
FirstClass ED - the online learning tool that introduces powerful learning management features.
FirstClass RWD - the powerful web content management system for FirstClass.
FirstClass Unified Communications - integrated voice and fax.
FirstClass Log Analyzer - a flexible administration management tool for system analysis.
FirstClass Service Modules - application development, synchronization, archiving services, etc.

This exclusive pricing is available through June 2008. For further details, or to receive a price quote for your school or district, please contact Cyndy Currier at SERESC at 603-206-6808 or email cyndy@seresc.net.