Student Devices

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The Mat-Su Borough School District recognizes that electronic tools can benefit student learning and improve academic performance.

Beginning with the 2022-23 school year, every student in MSBSD’s traditional schools have been provided with a Chromebook to support and enrich their learning experience. Students in grades 3-12 bring their Chromebooks between school and home each day, while our younger learners in Pre-K through 2nd grade keep theirs safely in the classroom. Each student’s Chromebook stays with them for the entire school year and summer, and students in 3rd and 8th grade receive a brand-new Chromebook.

Through the online registration process and enrolling your student with MSBSD, the parent/guardian agrees to and understands the terms outlined under the One to One Parent/Student Handbook (https://www.matsuk12.us/1to1).

Parent/Guardian Responsibilities:See More

Your child has been issued a laptop computer to improve and personalize his/her education.MSBSD makes every effort to equip parents/guardians with the necessary tools and information to ensure safe use of the devices in the home.MSBSD has adopted a K-12 Digital Citizenship curriculum to train students in using technology appropriately, which is a life skill.There are several responsibilities assumed by the parent/guardian.It is essential that these responsibilities, outlined below, are followed to ensure the safe, efficient, and ethical operation of your child’s computer.MSBSD has compiled further information available online at https://www.matsuk12.us/tech.

Device Agreement:

Accept Liability:

The parent/guardian/student may be responsible for the cost of repair or replacement at the date of loss if the property is:

Not returned
Intentionally damaged
Lost because of negligence
Stolen, but not reported to school and/or police in a timely manner (No later than the next school day.)

Monitor Student Use:

The parent/guardian is responsible for monitoring student use at home, and away from school.The best way to keep students safe and on-task is to have a parent/guardian present and involved.

As part of the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) all school districts are required to provide content filtering services while on school property or connected to school networks. These services attempt to filter things like violent, pornographic and offensive Internet sites.

MSBSD will utilize an internet filtering and monitoring solution on district Chromebook devices both on and off school campuses.Parents will have access to a Parent App that will provide visibility and control of filtering and access outside of established district schedules.

Responsible Use:See More

A student’s Chromebook use must comply with MSBSD’s responsible use policy for students, signed by a parent at registration.

Device Care: See More

Students are expected to keep their Chromebook safe, secure, charged, and in good working order. The provided case is expected to remain on the Chromebook at all times.

In addition, students must notify their teacher or librarian if their Chromebook is broken or fails to work properly. If a student accidentally leaves their device at home, they can check out a loaner device from their library. Limited loaners will be available and must be returned at the end of the school day.

The Chromebook screen can be damaged if subjected to rough treatment. The screens are particularly sensitive to damage from excessive pressure on the screen.

Do not lean on top of the Chromebook.
Do not place anything near the Chromebook that could put pressure on the screen.
Do not poke at the screen.
Do not place anything on the keyboard before closing the lid (e.g., pens, pencils, notebooks).
Clean the screen with a soft, dry, anti-static or microfiber cloth. Do not use window cleaner, water, or any type of liquid on the Chromebook.

Other general precautions:

No food or drink is allowed next to your Chromebook.

Cords must be inserted carefully into the Chromebook.

Students should never carry their Chromebook while the screen is open.

Chromebooks should be shut down when not in use to conserve battery life.

Chromebooks should never be forced into a bookbag as this may break the screen.

Do not expose your Chromebook to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Extreme heat or cold may cause damage to the Chromebook.

Do not leave your Chromebook in a vehicle overnight.
Always bring your Chromebook to room temperature prior to turning it on.

Daily Expectations:See More

Students will bring their Chromebook to school fully charged and ready to use. This means charging the device nightly and leaving the cord at home.

While not in use, devices should be powered off to ensure the battery stays charged during the school day.

Also, students should bring their own headphones. A mouse, while easier than the trackpad for some users, is optional.

Filtering & Monitoring:See More

The internet is filtered on MSBSD District Chromebooks at all times, whether at school or on another network. Teachers can apply additional filtering rules to aid in classroom management. Parents can add further filtering rules via an easy-to-use Parent App

MSBSD uses a combination of Gaggle and GoGuardian Beacon for student safety.

Gaggle scans students' emails, chat messages and other materials uploaded to students' Google or Microsoft accounts in search of keywords, images or videos that could indicate self-harm, violence or sexual behavior.

GoGuardian Beacon is a machine-learning solution that notifies pre-determined school staff of instances where students may be at risk of suicide, self-harm, or potential harm to others. Beacon was designed to help school staff proactively identify at-risk students and quickly facilitate a response.

Damaged, Lost, or Stolen Equipment:See More

Temporary replacements, known as “loaners”, are available at each school so learning is not disrupted by the repair process. Students are responsible for the care of the swap as if it were their issued device. Students can continue to access district resources from any device in case they need to be issued a loaner.

DAMAGED EQUIPMENT
Accidents do happen. If the device is deemed to be damaged, the student may be subject to discipline and the cost of repair or replacement.

LOST/STOLEN EQUIPMENT
If any equipment is lost, the parent/guardian/student must report it to the school immediately. Students can let a teacher or administrator know, and the staff member will assist him/her.
The circumstances of each situation involving lost equipment will be
investigated individually. Students/families may be billed for damaged or lost equipment.
If equipment is stolen, a police report must be filed, and a copy of the report must be provided to the school by the parent/guardian/student in a timely manner (next school day). If there is not clear evidence of theft, or the equipment has been lost due to student negligence, the parent/guardian/student may be responsible for the full cost of replacing the item(s). Failure to report the theft to the proper staff and follow the proper filing procedure may result in a bill for full replacement cost to the student.

REPLACEMENT COSTS
In the event of equipment being lost, stolen or damaged, to ensure equipment is available to students MSBSD is required to repair or replace equipment. The intent of this fee schedule is to establish standard fees for equipment repair and/or replacement.
Legal title to the equipment belongs to the district and shall at all times remain with the district.

Item Missing or Damaged	Cost
Chromebook (0-1 YRS OLD)	$300
Chromebook (1-2 YRS OLD)	$240
Chromebook (2-3 YRS OLD)	$180
Chromebook (3-4 YRS OLD)	$120
Chromebook (4-5 YRS OLD)	$60
Chromebook (5+ YRS OLD)	$0
Power Adapter	$35
Device Case	$20
Screen Replacement	$100
Keyboard Replacement	$25

Note: Fee’s won’t be charged for product failures or defective devices.

Chromebook Use/Tips:See More

The Google Chromebook Help Center is an excellent resource for basic Chromebook usage issues.

If you are brand new to Chromebooks and ChromeOS, check out the Chromebook Simulator to learn the basics.

Chromebook QR Sticker:See More

Parents can go to https://www.matsuk12.us/tech to see more tech information, including information regarding the GoGuardian Parent App, the MSBSD One-to-One Handbook, and more.