Device Recommendations

The district highly recommends the use of Chromebooks as a BYOD device.

Chromebooks are lightweight, inexpensive (in relation to other devices), quick, and are capable of doing everything that students will need to do at WHS.

Based upon our experience here at WHS and at McCall Middle School, Chromebooks are the preferred device.

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As a Google for Education district, students will be able to do most work using Google Apps including Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Slides.

Chromebooks are not a required device. If your child has an existing laptop or iPad, these devices are also welcome at Winchester High School.

Protective cases are available for Chromebooks. Some examples of protective cases for Chromebooks may be found at this link.

Want to set up some realistic rules for tech use for your child?

Check out Common Sense Media's Family Media Agreement

Winchester Public Schools uses Google Apps for Education