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CITE Member Benefits

Membership That Works For You

Being a CITE member gives you access to exclusive tools, resources, and community benefits – with more being added all the time. Explore the benefits by membership type below.

Check out this video to see how CITE leads, develops, and supports technologists in education organizations to inspire student success.

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Educational Member

  • Thriving Peer Network: Connect, collaborate, and celebrate with peers.
  • Share and Learn Together: Gain practical insights through Regional Group Meetings, member-only discussions, and peer-to-peer roundtables. Learn the tips, tricks, and lessons from others who understand the unique challenges of K–12 tech.
  • Grow with Purposeful Professional Development: Whether you're just starting out or leading district-wide initiatives, our CITE Certificate Programs, Technology Academies, and other learning opportunities are built specifically for K–12 technologists. We focus on both technical skills and leadership development in the school environment.
  • Services Made for K-12 IT: Comply with Student Data Privacy requirements, using your member discount for CITE Privacy Services - save time and legal fees of negotiating individual agreements between your organization and each software provider. 
  • Big Savings and Essential Resources: CITE offers complex and comprehensive solutions at the best value. Resource Programs from top providers like Microsoft, Google, and more — all negotiated with K-12 needs in mind. 
  • Stronger Advocacy, Bigger Impact: Make your voice heard. CITE empowers members to engage with state and federal policymakers and provides tools to advocate for smart IT practices within your own schools and districts.
  • Celebrate Your Impact: Shine a spotlight on your work — nominate yourself or your team for the CITE Awards and celebrate the difference you're making in K–12 education.

Educational Non-Members

  • Opportunity to Stay Connected: Even as a non-member, you can join local CITE Regional Groups, connect with IT professionals, explore job opportunities, and participate in Special Interest Groups.

*Special membership tiers are available for retirees and students. 

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