Google Apps, will it be the direction for ALL educational institutions to go?

Just wanted to share ... wonder if the local school systems are looking into Google Apps?  After reviewing what Google Apps has to offer, not sure how any educational institution cannot afford to not take advantage of the free service.

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http://www.google.com/a/help/intl/en/edu/k12.html

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Not sure if the Frederick County Public Schools and Winchester Public Schools are exploring the opportunity with Google Apps but the perception is that it will be most cost effective way to go for the future.

It was communicated to The Pub that Shenandoah University has taken advantage of Google Apps.