Bring Your Own Device
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Who Decides?
or personal wireless device, such as an iPod, tablet, laptop or smartphone, is a common way to learn and communicate. Using technology will also be an important part of our students’ future education and careers.
This brochure can’t cover every possible situation or circumstance. Remember that in every situation , the teacher or other school staff member decides whether or not technology use is allowed. A teacher may decide that technology use is not appropriate in a situation or location even if it is allowed under normal circumstances.
T he information
in this brochure will help students use school assigned and personal devices in a responsible, respectful, kind and honest manner. This information supports existing district policies, including the KASD Acceptable Use of Technology Resources agreement and policies 7540 (Acceptable Use of Internet and Network) and 7542 (Access to District Technology Resources From Personally Owned Communication Devices).
P ersonal devices are NOT required, and we will provide access to technology for all students when it is a required part of their learning. Students must be logged into the district network when using their personal device at school. A staff member may confiscate a device if it is being used in violation of law, district policy or school rules.
Can I Charge My Device at School? Students are responsible for bringing their device to school fully charged. While it may be possible to plug in your device at school, there is no guarantee that this will be possible.
What Network Should I Use? Students must connect personal devices to the district’s network when using their device at school. Using 3G/4G networks, wireless hotspots or other networks is not allowed and is subject to disciplinary action.
What If I’m Having Problems With My Device? Personal Devices: Students should try to solve problems with their device just as they would at home. A teacher may ask you to stop using your device temporarily if the troubleshooting is interfering with learning. School Assigned Devices: If you are experiencing an issue with your school assigned device, see your teacher for assistance.
Loss, Damage or Theft Bringing your own device to school has big learning benefits, but there are some risks involved. Students should record the serial number of their personal device and turn on tracking software if available. Neither the KASD nor J.R.Gerritts are responsible for the loss or theft of a personal device or any damage that may occur at school. Report any theft to an administrator as soon as possible. See the “Chromebook Loan Agreement” for more information regarding school assigned devices.
BOTTOM LINE: In any situation, the teacher has the authority to determine whether or not students may use their devices, and how those devices will be used. Failure to observe these rules will result in immediate confiscation of your device and may result in additional disciplinary actions. To the extent permitted by law, administration may confiscate and search or hold a device if there is reasonable suspicion that the use of the device has violated the law, a district policy, or a school rule.
Who Decides?
or personal wireless device, such as an iPod, tablet, laptop or smartphone, is a common way to learn and communicate. Using technology will also be an important part of our students’ future education and careers.
This brochure can’t cover every possible situation or circumstance. Remember that in every situation , the teacher or other school staff member decides whether or not technology use is allowed. A teacher may decide that technology use is not appropriate in a situation or location even if it is allowed under normal circumstances.
T he information
in this brochure will help students use school assigned and personal devices in a responsible, respectful, kind and honest manner. This information supports existing district policies, including the KASD Acceptable Use of Technology Resources agreement and policies 7540 (Acceptable Use of Internet and Network) and 7542 (Access to District Technology Resources From Personally Owned Communication Devices).
P ersonal devices are NOT required, and we will provide access to technology for all students when it is a required part of their learning. Students must be logged into the district network when using their personal device at school. A staff member may confiscate a device if it is being used in violation of law, district policy or school rules.
Can I Charge My Device at School? Students are responsible for bringing their device to school fully charged. While it may be possible to plug in your device at school, there is no guarantee that this will be possible.
What Network Should I Use? Students must connect personal devices to the district’s network when using their device at school. Using 3G/4G networks, wireless hotspots or other networks is not allowed and is subject to disciplinary action.
What If I’m Having Problems With My Device? Personal Devices: Students should try to solve problems with their device just as they would at home. A teacher may ask you to stop using your device temporarily if the troubleshooting is interfering with learning. School Assigned Devices: If you are experiencing an issue with your school assigned device, see your teacher for assistance.
Loss, Damage or Theft Bringing your own device to school has big learning benefits, but there are some risks involved. Students should record the serial number of their personal device and turn on tracking software if available. Neither the KASD nor J.R.Gerritts are responsible for the loss or theft of a personal device or any damage that may occur at school. Report any theft to an administrator as soon as possible. See the “Chromebook Loan Agreement” for more information regarding school assigned devices.
BOTTOM LINE: In any situation, the teacher has the authority to determine whether or not students may use their devices, and how those devices will be used. Failure to observe these rules will result in immediate confiscation of your device and may result in additional disciplinary actions. To the extent permitted by law, administration may confiscate and search or hold a device if there is reasonable suspicion that the use of the device has violated the law, a district policy, or a school rule.
