Port Huron Area School District Modernizes Network with Juniper's AI-Native Solutions

Port Huron Area School District Selects Juniper Networks to Modernize Network Infrastructure with AI-Native Networking Solutions By Investing.com

The district's new wired and wireless network enhances digital learning environment for students and staff, helps drive academic success SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Juniper Networks ®, (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-Native Networking, has announced that Port Huron Area School District (PHASD), serving approximately 7,500 students across 16 public schools in Michigan, has selected Juniper Networks (NYSE:JNPR)' AI-native wired and wireless solutions to undertake a mission-critical modernization of its network infrastructure. By leveraging the unique AI-native and cloud-native capabilities of Juniper's solution, PHASD has employed a state-of-the-art access network that has the agility and reliability needed to meet the ever-changing requirements for digital learning while minimizing ongoing operator costs that save the school district time and money. PHASD required a comprehensive network overhaul to replace the district's outdated wired and wireless network. They chose Juniper, the leader in wired and wireless access, for the unique automation and insight capabilities provided by Mist AI, which enables the school district's IT department to find and fix problems quicker and more reliably, lowering OPEX and enabling the best student, teacher and staff experiences. Products deployed include Juniper's EX Series Ethernet Switches, Juniper Access Points, Juniper Mist Wired Assurance, Juniper Mist Wireless Assurance, and the Marvis™ Virtual Network (LON:NETW) Assistant (VNA). Since implementing Juniper's AI-native networking platform, the district has substantially improved wireless stability and classroom performance while streamlining administrative operations. These improvements align with the district's educational mission to build future-ready digital infrastructure. Additionally, troubleshooting time has been reduced by 80 percent, allowing the IT department to focus on strategic initiatives such as optimizing the data center and ensuring student and teacher devices are network-ready, particularly in preparation for standardized testing days to drive academic success. Supporting Quotes: PHASD's vision is to provide a personalized, world-class education for every student. To achieve this, we are committed to supporting our students' success both inside and outside the classroom, continuously improving our practices and programs to drive academic achievement. Juniper's AI-Native Networking technology enables us to enhance digital learning, streamline operations and enable innovative educational experiences that prepare students for their future." It is essential for schools to embrace advanced technologies that significantly enhance learning while optimizing costs and operational efficiency. Juniper's AI-Native Networking technology is at the forefront of this transformation, enabling PHASD to establish high-performance, secure network that provides seamless access to digital tools and resources. By leveraging AI, the district can strategically reallocate resources to innovative educational initiatives, thereby enabling student success and empowering educators to deliver innovative learning experiences. About Juniper Networks Juniper Networks believes that connectivity is not the same as experiencing a great connection. Juniper's AI-Native Networking Platform is built from the ground up to leverage AI to deliver exceptional, highly secure and sustainable user experiences from the edge to the data center and cloud. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and Facebook (NASDAQ:META). Juniper Networks, the Juniper Networks logo, Juniper, Junos, and other trademarks listed here are registered trademarks of Juniper Networks, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and other countries. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Port Huron Area School District Selects Juniper Networks to Modernize Network Infrastructure with AI-Native Networking Solutions

Juniper Networks®, (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-Native Networking, has announced that Port Huron Area School District (PHASD), serving approximately 7,500 students across 16 public schools in Michigan, has selected Juniper Networks' AI-native wired and wireless solutions to undertake a mission-critical modernization of its network infrastructure. By leveraging the unique AI-native and cloud-native capabilities of Juniper's solution, PHASD has employed a state-of-the-art access network that has the agility and reliability needed to meet the ever-changing requirements for digital learning while minimizing ongoing operator costs that save the school district time and money. PHASD required a comprehensive network overhaul to replace the district's outdated wired and wireless network. They chose Juniper, the leader in wired and wireless access, for the unique automation and insight capabilities provided by Mist AI, which enables the school district's IT department to find and fix problems quicker and more reliably, lowering OPEX and enabling the best student, teacher and staff experiences. Products deployed include Juniper's EX Series Ethernet Switches, Juniper Access Points, Juniper Mist Wired Assurance, Juniper Mist Wireless Assurance, and the Marvis™ Virtual Network Assistant (VNA). Since implementing Juniper's AI-native networking platform, the district has substantially improved wireless stability and classroom performance while streamlining administrative operations. These improvements align with the district's educational mission to build future-ready digital infrastructure. Additionally, troubleshooting time has been reduced by 80 percent, allowing the IT department to focus on strategic initiatives such as optimizing the data center and ensuring student and teacher devices are network-ready, particularly in preparation for standardized testing days to drive academic success. Supporting Quotes: "PHASD's vision is to provide a personalized, world-class education for every student. To achieve this, we are committed to supporting our students' success both inside and outside the classroom, continuously improving our practices and programs to drive academic achievement. Juniper's AI-Native Networking technology enables us to enhance digital learning, streamline operations and enable innovative educational experiences that prepare students for their future." - James Marsack, Senior Network Engineer, Port Huron Area School District "It is essential for schools to embrace advanced technologies that significantly enhance learning while optimizing costs and operational efficiency. Juniper's AI-Native Networking technology is at the forefront of this transformation, enabling PHASD to establish high-performance, secure network that provides seamless access to digital tools and resources. By leveraging AI, the district can strategically reallocate resources to innovative educational initiatives, thereby enabling student success and empowering educators to deliver innovative learning experiences." - Jeff Aaron, Group Vice President, Product Marketing, Juniper Networks About Juniper Networks Juniper Networks believes that connectivity is not the same as experiencing a great connection. Juniper's AI-Native Networking Platform is built from the ground up to leverage AI to deliver exceptional, highly secure and sustainable user experiences from the edge to the data center and cloud. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and Facebook. Juniper Networks, the Juniper Networks logo, Juniper, Junos, and other trademarks listed here are registered trademarks of Juniper Networks, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and other countries. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.