Why use Chromebooks?

• Approved for state web‑based tests (e.g., Smarter Balanced).
• Low cost and seamless with Google Workspace for Education.
• Low maintenance; not susceptible to typical viruses.
• Instant‑on and all‑day battery life.
• Auto‑save to Google Drive.
• Anytime/anywhere learning device for projects beyond the classroom.
• Versatile “personal learning studio” for research, media, and creation.

Goals for Student Users

• Develop 21st‑century skills and prepare for college and careers.
• Increase productivity in and out of class.
• Bring textbooks, scholarly sources, rich media, and best practices together.
• Enable mobile learning on campus and beyond.
• Foster leadership and ownership of learning with access to tools and resources.

Receiving & Returning a Chromebook

Receiving

• Each student receives a Chromebook, case, and charger each year.
• Parent/guardian and student must sign the Chromebook User Agreement before devices go home.
• Devices and district email accounts are district property and may be inspected; labels must remain.
• Annual Electronic User Agreement signature is also required.

Returning

• Chromebooks and accessories are returned the last week of school (timing may differ for summer school).
• Return immediately if withdrawing, expelled/suspended, or ending enrollment.
• Unreturned devices may be reported as theft.

Taking Care of a Chromebook

Students are responsible for the general care and anything done using their assigned device/login.

• Use only a soft, lint‑free cloth to clean. Avoid liquids, sprays, solvents, or abrasives.
• Don’t attempt internal repairs; report issues to the office.
• Open/close from the center of the lid; don’t slam the lid.
• Insert cables carefully; keep cords clear of stress.
• No writing/drawing/stickers that aren’t district property; don’t remove IDs/labels.
• Never leave the device in unlocked or unsupervised areas, or in extreme temperatures.
• Transport vertically in case/backpack; keep objects out of the case.
• Charge nightly; arrive at school with a full battery.
• Devices are individually assigned—do not share; keep the device in its case.

Using a Chromebook at School

• Bring the device to all classes unless a teacher states otherwise.
• Left at home / uncharged: coursework still due; repeated issues may lead to office referral and loss of home privileges.
• Repairs: limited loaners may be issued while repairs are made.
• Sound & media: mute unless allowed; bring your own earbuds; apps/software are district‑provided.
• Backgrounds: keep appropriate; no weapons, drugs, profanity, etc.
• Legal propriety: follow copyright/trademark; no hacking or plagiarism.
• Printing: at teacher discretion.
• Home internet: district filters and SafeSearch are enabled; families should also monitor use.
• Network connectivity: uptime not guaranteed; save work regularly.

Repairing or Replacing a Chromebook

District protection: The district covers normal wear/warranty issues. A $25 annual Chromebook Protection Plan is available for accidental damage and common incidents (including battery/AC adapter).

Frequently Asked Questions

More questions? See the full PDF or contact your school office.