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• Grades K-1 = iPads

• Grades 2-12 = Chromebook

• Grades K-12 CVLA Students = Chromebook

Students/Families are responsible for the general care of the device they have been issued by the district. Devices are the property of the district and all users will follow the recommended procedures listed below, the CSD School Board Policy 224 Care of School Property and the CSD School Board Policy 815 Acceptable/Responsible Use (Students). Devices that are broken or fail to work properly must be reported to the school office for an evaluation of the equipment by our district technology support personnel.

These are recommendations and general precautions for taking care of your device:

1. While the device is considered scratch-resistant, the device will scratch. Avoid using any sharp object(s) on or near the device. 

2. Devices do not respond well to liquids. Avoid opening containers near or applying liquids to the device. The device can be cleaned with a soft, dry, anti-static, or micro-fiber cloth.  Avoid getting moisture in the openings. Do not use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives to clean the device. The use of unapproved cleaners may remove the protective film covering the face of the device or coatings that may have been applied to the screens by the manufacturer.

3. Do not attempt to gain access to the internal electronics or repair a device. If a device fails to work or is damaged, please visit the Technology Help Desk on our website.

4. There is no “jailbreaking” of this device. – (altering the base operating system of the device)

5. Never throw or slide a device.

6. Cords and cables must be inserted carefully into the device to prevent damage.

7. Devices have a unique identification number and at no time should the numbers or labels be modified or removed.  Devices must remain free of any writing, drawing, stickers, or labels that are not the property of the district.  

8. Devices must never be left in an unlocked locker, in an unlocked car, or any unsupervised area.

9. Devices must not be left in a vehicle or a location that is not temperature-controlled. 

10. Devices are assigned to individual students and the responsibility for the care of the device solely rests with that individual. Students should not lend their devices to another person. 

11. To conserve the battery:

    • Be sure the device is powered down and closed if you are not intending to use it for a long time.

    • Be sure to keep the device charged between 15% battery life and 100% battery life.

These are recommendations for carrying your device:

1. Close the device and disconnect all cords before carrying it.

2. Avoid picking up or carrying the device by its screen.

3. Try to transport the device in a backpack/book bag.

These are recommendations for taking care of your device’s screen:

1. Avoid touching the screen with pencils, pens, or other sharp objects.

2. Avoid putting any pressure on the top of the device with books or other heavy objects, either in a backpack or on a hard surface. Don’t stack anything heavy on top of the device and be careful that the device is on top rather than on the bottom when the backpack is set down.

3. Be gentle when opening and closing the lid.

4. Be sure there is nothing on the keyboard (ie-pencils/pens) that can press against the screen when closed.

5. Avoid picking up or carrying the device by its screen.

6. Students are encouraged to perform simple cleaning procedures as outlined below:

   • The device can be cleaned with a soft, dry, anti-static, or micro-fiber cloth.  Avoid getting moisture in the openings. Do not use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives to clean the device. The use of unapproved cleaners may remove the protective film covering the face of the device.

7. Wash your hands often to avoid any oil or debris build-up on the keyboard or glass screen.

8. Devices should be carefully placed in backpacks/book bags to avoid putting any pressure on the screen. 

These are recommendations for device supervision:

1. Never leave the device in unsupervised areas including cafeteria, outdoor tables & benches, buses, locker rooms, classrooms, gyms, dressing rooms, restrooms, and hallways. 

2. When you are in an unsupervised area, if possible, lock the device in the locker.

3. In case of a fire drill or other evacuation, follow the directions provided by the teacher.

4. Avoid taking or using their devices in an area where theft and damage are likely.

These are recommendations for keeping your device free from vandalism:

1. Vandalism includes any attempt to harm or destroy the device, the system, the hardware, the software, or the data of another user or any other agencies or networks that are connected to the Internet.

2. Any vandalism may result in school disciplinary action, charges for the damage/vandalism, and/or a referral to appropriate law enforcement agencies.

These are recommendations for power management:

1. Bring your device to school every day, fully charged unless told otherwise by school administrators or teachers. An otherwise functional device with a dead battery is no excuse for late or missing work or the inability to participate in a class activity.

2. Be careful of the tripping hazard posed by a power cord.

3. Use a surge protector when you plug in your device at home to protect against power fluctuations that can damage your device or its battery.

4. To conserve the battery:

   • Be sure the device is powered down and closed if you are not intending to use it for a long time.

   • Be sure to keep the device charged between 15% battery life and 100% battery life.

These are recommendations related to the personalization of devices:

1. Do not load screensavers and background pictures onto the device.

2. Devices have a unique identification number and at no time should the numbers or labels be modified or removed.  Devices must remain free of any writing, drawing, stickers, or labels that are not the property of the district.  

These are recommendations for using the sound and earphones on your device:

1. Mute the device sound at all times unless given permission by a teacher to use it for educational purposes.

2.  Earphones or earbuds may be used at the discretion of an individual teacher.

These are recommendations for using the camera on your device:

1. Use the built-in camera for educational purposes only. Any use that violates the privacy rights of others will be subject to disciplinary action.

2. Ask permission before you post/share a photo of and with others. Remember that photos that start off as a joke can escalate into cyberbullying and humiliation for someone else, especially if the photo is in any way unflattering, embarrassing, or compromising.

3. The district cannot and will not access the built‐in camera for monitoring purposes.  Do not apply tape directly to the lens since that will cause damage and make it unusable.

These are recommendations for keeping your device safe during after-school activities:

1. Students are expected to take their devices home with them at the end of the day. 

2. Students who participate in after-school clubs, sports, etc. should be sure to lock their device in their locker or keep the device with them, if appropriate.

These are recommendations for hardware maintenance:

1. Under no circumstances should you or anyone in your family try to repair or reconfigure the device. No attempt should be made to open or alter the internal components of the device. Removing any screws will render the warranty null and void.

2. Installation of internal hardware is strictly forbidden.

3. No network hardware or software that sets the device as host or component of a peer-to-peer network is permitted.

These are recommendations for inspection and privacy:

1. Students should have no expectation of confidentiality or privacy. 

2. All devices, networks, and communications systems are the district’s property and are to be used primarily for educational purposes. The district retains the right to access and review all electronic and voice mail, computer files, databases, and any other electronic transmissions contained in or used in conjunction with the district computer, network, and communications systems.

It is the responsibility of users to learn about the safe and appropriate use of the CSD Network and the Internet. For additional info and resources, please visit: 

• CSD School Board Policy 815 Acceptable/Responsible Use (Students)

• Common Sense Media

Talk to your child about Internet safety and the standards that your child should follow in the use of the Internet just as you do on the use of all media information sources such as television, telephones, movies, music, and radio. For additional info and resources, please visit the resources listed above.

These are recommendations related to acceptable use and unacceptable use:

1. Users are personally responsible for compliance with these requirements at all times when using the network and Internet.

2. The following are examples of unacceptable uses, however, CSD may, at its sole discretion, and at any time, deem other uses to be inappropriate uses of the network or Internet:

   • Using any material that violates any United States legal code or any state legal code, including but not limited to copyrighted material; Ignorance of the law is not immunity. If you are unsure, inquire with the principal’s office. Plagiarism is a violation of the CSD rules. Give credit to all sources used, whether quoted or summarized. This includes all forms of media on the Internet, such as graphics, movies, music, and text. 

   • Use or possession of hacking software is strictly prohibited and violators will be subject to CSD discipline. Violation of applicable state or federal law may result in criminal prosecution.

   • Using, sending, or supplying any material that is obscene, pornographic, threatening, supporting or advocating of terrorist/hate groups, promotion of alcohol and/or drug use, is sexually explicit or in any way considered inappropriate in a school environment;

   • Participating in or facilitating any illegal activities of any kind;

   • Using computer resources for hate mail, defamatory statements, statements intended to injure or humiliate others by disclosure of personal information (Bullying/Cyberbullying);

   • Sharing or using others’ logins or passwords or other confidential information; accessing another individual’s materials, information, or files without permission (Impersonation/Representing yourself as another);

   • Circumventing or interfering with CSD Internet filtering obligations;

   • Loading or using unauthorized games, programs, files, or other electronic media.

   • Damaging any CSD property intentionally. This includes any modification to hardware and/or software.

These are recommendations related to safety and security:

1. The user should never give out identifying information including last name, address, phone number, or his/her photograph over the Internet and should never agree to meet in person anyone he/she has met online.

2. The user should never respond to items that are suggestive, obscene, harassing, demeaning, belligerent, or threatening.

3. The user shall notify an adult immediately if he/she receives a message that may be inappropriate or if he/she encounters any material that violates this Acceptable Use of Internet, Computers, and Network Resources Policy.

4. The user should be mindful of the fact that some sites and games collect tracking information that can be used for identity theft. Be careful with all information that is shared over the Internet.

5. While reasonable precautions will be taken to supervise student use of the Internet, Centennial School District cannot reasonably prevent all inappropriate uses.

6. The Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) enacted by Congress in 2000 and updated in 2011 requires that schools and libraries that receive eRate discounts must implement technology that blocks access to pictures that are (1) obscene; (2) child pornography; or (3) harmful to minors. Internet safety information is also presented to students at each school as part of CIPA regulations. More information about this Act can be found at Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) | Federal Communications Commission. No web filter is 100% reliable, however, students should immediately report any display of inappropriate material to their teachers or administrators.

These are recommendations related to etiquette and Privacy

1. The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule ("COPPA") imposes certain requirements on operators of websites or online services directed to children under 13 years of age, and on operators of other websites or online services that have actual knowledge that they are collecting personal information online from a child under 13 years of age. The Rule can be found at Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule ("COPPA") | Federal Trade Commission

2. All devices, networks, and communications systems are the district’s property and are to be used primarily for educational purposes. The district retains the right to access and review all electronic and voice mail, computer files, databases, and any other electronic transmissions contained in or used in conjunction with the district computer, network, and communications systems.

3. Centennial School District has provided students with Google accounts. The Google accounts are intended to be used for academic purposes only and to be only used by authorized persons. General etiquette rules:

   • Be polite.

   • Use appropriate language. Remember that the user is a representative of his/her school. What is written can be viewed worldwide! Never use offensive or obscene words or any other inappropriate language.

   • Report messages relating to, or in support of, illegal activities to the building administrator or a teacher.

The Centennial School District recognizes that with new technologies come new challenges to both teachers and parents. Below is a series of suggestions drawn from a wide variety of professional sources that may aid you, the parent, in effectively guiding your child’s use of the device.  For additional resources, please visit CSD School Board Policy 815 Acceptable/Responsible Use (Students) and Common Sense Media. 

1. Take extra steps to protect your child. Encourage your child to use and store the device in an open area of your home, such as the kitchen or family room, so you can monitor what your child is doing online. Use the Internet with your child to help develop safe searching habits as children often model adult behavior. 

2. All online content is filtered. Parents/guardians, please take the necessary precautions for Internet safety with your students. For more help, please check with your Internet service provider.

3. Go where your child goes online. Monitor the places that your child visits. Let your child know that you're there, and help teach her/him how to act as s/he works and socializes online. 

4. Review your child’s friend’s list. You may want to limit your child’s online “friends” to people your child actually knows and is working with in real life. 

5. Understand sites' privacy policies. Internet sites should spell out your rights to review and delete your child’s information. 

6. Limit the time your student is on the device. While the device is a very engaging device, it is a schoolwork device. Care and constant monitoring will reduce your child’s exposure to excessive use. 

7. Report unwelcome or malicious online threats. Report in a timely fashion to the school any online interactions that can be considered threatening. 

8. Help your child develop a routine. Many parents have found success by helping create a routine for their child’s computer use. Define a routine as to how the device is cared for and when and where its use is appropriate. 

9. Take a look at the apps or programs. It is to the advantage of the students, parents, and school that the parents have a working understanding of the programs and student work found on the device. 

10. Read and share with your child this CSD 1:1 Student/Family Device Care & Responsibility document. By reading and discussing the care and use policies, you can create a clear set of expectations and limitations for your child.