Chromebook User Agreement

CHROMEBOOK CARE AND RESPONSIBILITY  

• We encourage students to care for their Chromebooks properly to avoid unnecessary replacement costs. 

• Students are responsible for the general care of the Chromebook they have been issued by the school. They are each assigned a particular unit and should be in possession of their own unit.

• Chromebooks that are broken, or fail to work properly, must be reported to the school as soon as possible so that they can be taken care of properly.  There is a reporting form that the students can fill out to report any damage or the nature of the Chromebook failure.  Student Chromebook Repair Request 

USING YOUR CHROMEBOOK FOR SCHOOL 

• Chromebooks are intended for use for educational activities directed by the classroom teachers. 

• Google Apps and Chrome are used for school purposes only. 

• Students are reminded that they are responsible for following the Acceptable Use Agreement. 

• Inappropriate use of the Chromebooks will result in disciplinary action, including, but not limited to, loss of device privileges. 

GENERAL CARE 

• Do not have any food or drinks near the Chromebook; do NOT spill liquids on your Chromebook.

• Cords, cables, and removable storage devices must be inserted carefully into the Chromebook. 

• Do not touch the Chromebook screen with a pen, a pencil or any other pointed object. 

• Do not place your Chromebook on uneven surfaces where they might be subject to an accidental fall. 

• Avoid placing or dropping heavy objects on the top of the Chromebook. 

• Chromebooks should not be exposed to excessive heat or cold (above 100 degrees, below 32 degrees). 

• They should never be left in cars overnight.

• Do not block air flow when the device is on. 

• Damage must be reported immediately to Mrs. Girman, the Supervisor of Technology. 

CARRYING CHROMEBOOKS 

• Chromebook lids should always be closed and tightly secured when moving. 

• Never move a Chromebook by lifting from the screen. Always support a Chromebook from its bottom with the lid closed. 

SCREEN CARE 

• The Chromebook screens can be easily damaged! The screens are particularly sensitive to damage from excessive pressure on the screen (stuffed in a book bag with too many books). 

• Do not lean or put pressure on the top of the Chromebook when it is closed. 

• Do not store the Chromebook with the screen in the open position. 

• Do not place anything near the Chromebook that could put pressure on the screen. 

• Do not poke the screen with anything that will mark or scratch the screen surface. 

• Do not place anything on the keyboard before closing the lid (e.g. headphones, pens, pencils, etc.) 

KEEPING YOUR CHROMEBOOK CLEAN 

• You are responsible for the cleanliness of your Chromebook; use only Microfiber cloth.

• You can disinfect the Chromebook with a Clorox disinfecting wipe (no spray) and then dry the surface with a microfiber cloth.

CHROMEBOOK SECURITY – Protecting and Securing your Chromebook 

• Chromebook Identification: 

  • Student Chromebooks are labeled by the school. They can be identified by the school with security numbers and district tags. 

• Account Security: 

  • Students are required to use their Edgewater Park username and password to access their accounts.

  • Students are required to keep their passwords confidential.

• Storing your Chromebooks: 

  • Your Chromebook will go home with you each day. 

  • Do not place your Chromebook in your locker (Ridgway). It should travel with you from class to class. 

  • Under no circumstances should Chromebooks be left in an unsupervised area. 

  • Unsupervised areas include the school grounds, the cafeteria, computer labs, locker rooms, unlocked classrooms, gymnasium, library and hallways. 

  • Unsupervised Chromebooks will be confiscated by staff. Disciplinary action may be taken for leaving your Chromebook in an unsupervised location. 

REPAIRING YOUR CHROMEBOOK 

The Technology Department will handle repairs on the Chromebook. Students may fill out the Student Chromebook Repair Request or bring the device to a technician during their designated time. Sign up to protect your device at www.schoodevicecoverage.com. For $20 per year, it will cover the cost of any repairs or loss of device. 

RULES AND APPROPRIATE USAGE

Edgewater Park Twp. School District encourages the use of 1:1 devices and the network, including the

Internet as a tool for research and education. 1:1 devices and the network, like any other school property, must be used for the educational purposes for which they are intended. The Chromebooks issued to students are the property of Edgewater Park Twp. School District. The distribution of a Chromebook to each student is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked at any time for inappropriate conduct. Students must have an Acceptable Use Agreement and Chromebook Signature Form signed by a parent/guardian on file with Edgewater Park Twp. School District in order to use the Internet and to use the Chromebook at home. Students and parents/guardians need to be aware that files created using the Chromebook are not private.

Students are expected to abide by the following rules and behavioral expectations both at home and within the school:

MANAGEMENT

• Since the Chromebooks belong to Edgewater Park Twp. School District (EPTSD), EPTSD will be monitoring all devices. EPTSD also reserves the right to search Internet accounts accessed with school equipment without permission if it is felt that illegal or otherwise inappropriate use of technology is occurring. Improper use of EPTSD technology devices will result in loss of network/Internet privileges and other consequences as per the Parent/Student Handbook.

RESPONSIBILITIES

By signing the Acceptable Use Agreement and this Chromebook User Agreement, students and parents or guardians agree to:

• Submit their Chromebook to school authorities upon request. 

• Protect the Chromebook from damage and theft. If the Chromebook is lost or stolen when outside of school grounds, it should be reported to the police immediately. 

• Pay the full replacement cost of the Chromebook and/or AC power adaptor, if the damage is intentional or loss is due to neglect. Replacement cost for a Chromebook would be approximately $300.

• Obtain their student’s username and password in order to monitor the student's computer usage at home. If parents/guardians have any difficulties obtaining this password, they should contact Mrs. DeSanto via email for assistance (pdesanto@edgewaterparksd.org). When the Chromebooks are taken home by the student, it is highly recommended that it will always be used in a common family location so that adult supervision can be maintained at all times. 

• Return the device to school upon separation from the district (i.e. 8th grade graduation or district withdrawal). Normal wear and tear is accepted but any damaged or missing parts, including but not limited to, the keyboard or charger will be charged.

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

As a learner I will:

1. Never leave my Chromebook unattended.

2. Make sure the Chromebook is not subject to careless or intentional damage (e.g., as a result of horseplay)

3. Ensure that, when the Chromebook is being transported, it is as secure as possible.

4. Ensure that my Chromebook is charged every evening and ready for use the next day (i.e., plugging it in for charging overnight).

5. Store my Chromebook in a safe place when not in use (e.g., lunch, PE, etc.). 

6. Not stack items on top of my Chromebook.

7. Use my Chromebook for the task assigned by my teacher at all times. Chromebooks will ONLY be used for educational purposes as directed by Edgewater Park Twp. School District staff and faculty.

8. Not decorate the Chromebook; i.e. no coloring, stickers, etc.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS/HINTS & TIPS FOR PARENTS

• What are my responsibilities as a parent/guardian in terms of replacement of the Chromebook if it is damaged, lost or stolen?

  • Edgewater Park Twp. School District will be responsible for the repair of the Chromebook for normal wear of the unit.

  • Damage to the device will be investigated and adjudicated on a case by case basis. 

  • Parents will be expected to file a police report if the device is lost or stolen. 

  • The School regards the Chromebook as all other materials that are checked out to a student (e.g. library materials, sports equipment, etc.)

  • Parents may purchase outside insurance to cover accidental damage or loss. Go to www.schooldevicecoverage.com to sign up.

• What are the approximate replacement costs of the Chromebook and accessories?

Chromebook (complete loss):

$300

AC Charger:

$30

Screen

$25

• What if we don't have Wi-Fi at home?

  • A Chromebook's use is maximized with Wi-Fi, but it can be used in an offline mode should Wi-Fi not be available. It will automatically connect to Wi-Fi and upload work upon entering the school building.

Link to related Board Policies & Regulations.  Paper copies available upon request.