Chromebooks are a new type of computer designed to help you get things done faster and easier. They run Chrome OS, an operating system that has cloud storage, the best of Google built-in, and multiple layers of security. You can use offline-ready apps to keep using a Chromebook when it's not connected to the Internet.
Google works with manufacturers to keep Chromebooks affordable, and you don’t need to worry about the prices of most software. Instead, you can choose from the thousands of apps at no charge from the Chrome Web Store for work and play
Anna ISD has deployed Chromebooks to each student in grades 6-12, making us "1:1" at the secondary level. At the elementary levels, grade levels share a cart with a class set up Chromebooks.
This Chromebook Checkout Agreement must be signed by the student and a parent/guardian and returned before checkout. Anna ISD allows students to use District Chromebooks on or off school property. District Chromebooks are to be used as a productivity tool for school-related business, curriculum enhancement, research, and communications.
Chromebook Care
The student agrees to properly handle and care for the Chromebook while in possession of it. The student shall not attempt to damage, open, repair, or, in any way, alter any part of the Chromebook. Personalization of the Chromebook and tampering with existing identification labels/stickers is strictly prohibited and considered vandalism. The checkout includes a Chromebook and charger. Both the Chromebook and charger must be returned in the same condition you received it. If any component is damaged while in the student’s possession, users can return the Chromebook to the campus library and receive a loaner Chromebook, subject to availability.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
No food or drink should be near a Chromebook
Cords, cables, and removable storage devices must be inserted and removed carefully with Chromebooks.
Never leave Chromebooks unattended.
Never leave Chromebooks inside a car where high temperatures can damage them or they can be easily stolen.
Do not use or install any software or operating systems. Virus protection and updates are built-in and require no actions on students’ part.
Heavy objects should not be placed on top of Chromebooks.
Do not store Chromebooks with the screen open.
Make sure there is nothing on the keyboard before closing the lid (like pens, pencils, etc).
Clean screens with a soft, dry microfiber cloth or anti-static cloth-no cleaning solvent.
PERSONALIZING THE CHROMEBOOK
Chromebooks must remain free of any decorative writing, drawing, stickers, paint, tape, or labels that are not the property of AISD Schools. Spot checks for compliance will be done by administration or AISD Technicians at any time.
Students may add appropriate music, photos, and videos to their Chromebook. Personalized media are subject to inspection and must follow the AISD acceptable use policy.
Chromebooks will be labeled in the manner specified by the school. Chromebooks can be identified in the following ways:
Record of the serial number and AISD asset tag
Individual’s Google Account username
Under no circumstances are students to modify, remove, or destroy identification labels.
STORING YOUR CHROMEBOOK
When students are not monitoring their Chromebook, they should be stored in their lockers with the lock securely fastened. Nothing should be placed on top of the Chromebook when stored in the locker. Students need to take their Chromebook home with them every night. The Chromebook is not to be stored in their lockers or anywhere else at school outside of school hours. The Chromebook should be charged fully each night at the student’s home. Chromebooks should never be stored in a vehicle.
Students are responsible for securely storing their Chromebook during extra-curricular events.
Under no circumstance should a Chromebook be stored in unsupervised areas. Unsupervised areas include the school grounds and campus, the cafeteria, unlocked classrooms, library, locker rooms, dressing rooms, hallways, bathrooms, extra-curricular bus, in a car, or any other entity that is not securely locked or in which there is no supervision.
Unsupervised Chromebooks will be confiscated by staff and taken to the Principal’s office. Disciplinary action will be taken for leaving a Chromebook in an unsupervised location.
