[CASL-L] Chromebooks in Library

[Amy Reilly]

Here is just a snippet of what we give out to the students here in Derby for our 1:1 program.  Their laptops go home so I didn't copy the whole thing, just the parts you may find useful.  Hope it helps!

One-to-One Device Program
Agreement for Use of Derby Public School District Student Devices
● The device you will be renting for $50.00 a year is the property of the Derby Public School
District and is made available to you as a tool for learning. After three consecutive annual
payments the student, parent, or guardian may keep the device at no additional cost to the family.
● This Agreement defines device usage standards for using the device.
● Like textbooks and other school property, a device is assigned to the student and MUST be
returned to the District at the end of the school year or upon withdrawal/ transfer.
● This agreement, signed by both student and parent/guardian, is required before a device will be
issued to a student.
● The use of a device is a privilege that can be revoked. Inappropriate use or neglect of a device can
result in limits to or loss of use of the device. Consequences for inappropriate use will vary
according to infraction, but may include any or all of the following:
? School discipline code consequences for minor infractions
? Loss of privileges or increased daytime controls
? Loss of device for a period of time
Violations are subject to applicable district policies pertaining to discipline.
● All use standards for the school network under Policy and Procedures #6141.321, “Acceptable
Use Policy” applies to use of the device.
● Students will bring the device to school each day unless otherwise instructed with a full battery
charge.
● Students are not permitted to synchronize the device with a personal computer or to change or
otherwise “hack” the device to alter the configuration or functionality that has been established by
the District.
● Students must not leave the device unattended at any time while at school. If a student needs to
store his/her device during the school day, he/she must follow all school procedures for securing
unattended device when necessary (athletic events, etc.). The cost of a loss/theft of a device due
to negligence of the student will be charged to the parent/student and recovered as authorized
under Policy and Procedures 3520 (Student Fees, Fines, Charges). 
Instruction 6141.3291(b)
One-to-One Device Program
Agreement for Use of Derby Public School District Device (continued)
● All the device software that students will need for classes will be made available by the District.
Students are not allowed to uninstall or modify any application or the operating system in any
way. Installation of applications by students is permitted with the expectation that these devices
are primarily for educational purposes rather than entertainment and/or amusement. The District
reserves the right to remove or disable any student-installed applications that are determined to
be inappropriate or that interfere with the learning process. All downloading of applications or
online costs incurred by the student for authorized or unauthorized personal use of the device is
the sole responsibility of the parents/students.
● File-sharing, including downloading music or any other activity that violates copyright laws is not
permitted. Any music or other commercial files installed on the device must be legally owned by
the student user.
● Student and parent/guardian will be charged for any damage resulting from intentional abuse or
mishandling, or non-accidental loss or damage to a device due to negligence. A police report is
required for any stolen device. The following are not considered to be accidental damage and
repair costs will be assessed.
? Excessive scratches/wear to device exterior.
? Intentional marking, defacing, and/or abusing the device for student amusement, anger,
frustration, etc.
? Damage caused by tampering with hardware components or operating systems (i.e.
jailbreaking) to alter district configuration.
General Handling and Required Care of the Device
● Any loss or theft of a device must be reported to the technology support office immediately, so
that recovery efforts can be initiated. Failure to immediately report a lost device can result in the
student being assessed the full replacement value of the device..
Instruction 6141.3291(c)
One-to-One Device t Program
Agreement for Use of Derby Public District Student Device (continued)
● Do not mark the device in any way with markers, stickers, scratches, engraving, etc. Each device
is labeled with a district identification barcode. Do not remove this sticker. Unauthorized
personalization of the device will be subject to the cost of the repair of part that was defaced.
Parent/Guardian may purchase cases or device protection. A preferred case will be on the district
website.
● Do not insert foreign objects (paper clips, pens, etc.) into the ports (openings) of the device.
● Do not eat or drink near the device. There should never be any food or drink around the device .
● Protect your device from other sources of moisture such as rain when outdoors and bathrooms or
kitchens near toilets or sinks.
● Make sure hands are clean before using the device ? the glass screen should be regularly wiped
clean with a dry clean soft cloth ? a microfiber cloth is recommended, but any soft cotton fabric
will work. Do NOT use commercial liquid or spray cleaners on the device screen. Do NOT use
paper towels to clean the screen.
● When the charging cable needs to be connected, be sure to line it up correctly when inserting and
removing. Students are responsible for damage to the charger port or connector pin resulting from
mishandling. Use only the school-approved charger assigned with the device.
● If you have problems with your device, stop using the device and ask your Tech Support Office
for help or the student may email support at derbyps.org If the student is not able to send an email
a district staff member may email support.
Internet Rules and Expectations
● Derby Public School District’s Acceptable Use Agreement must be followed at all times.
● Any inappropriate web or email activity can result in loss of the device privilege. The use of
unapproved proxy servers is strictly forbidden and is a violation of the District’s network policy.
● If you unintentionally link to an inappropriate website, report it to your teacher immediately so
District officials can remove access to the site.
Instruction 6141.3291(d)
One-to-One Device Program
Agreement for Use of Derby Public School District Student Device (continued)
● All activity conducted on the District/School Internet/Network is monitored and can be
tracked/traced. All use of the Internet/Network should be to further the student’s education and
enrich the student’s educational resources.

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