Tech Fee Information
Each student in grades K-12 will be required to pay an annual, non-refundable Technology Usage Fee of $20.
What is the purpose of the Tech Fee?
The Technology Usage Fee will cover costs associated with the following:
First repair of device due to accidental damage (as determined by HP Authorized Repair Representative)
Replacement of a stolen device (unless stolen due to student neglect); student or parent/guardian must submit a police report within 24 hours in order to be issued a replacement device (Limit of one replacement per school year)
The student or parent/guardian is responsible for all repair and replacement costs that are NOT covered by the annual Technology Usage Fee, including:
Repairs due to accidental damage in excess of 1 occurrence per school year
Repairs due to intentional damage, neglect or misuse of the device
Repairs of damage caused by violating the Mobile Device Student/Parent Handbook or Acceptable Use Policy for Technology
Repairs due to a student and/or family members attempt to repair, reconfigure or reset the mobile device (any attempt to tamper with the internal components of the device will be considered intentional damage)
Replacement of a device stolen due to student neglect; or replacement of a stolen device in excess of one per school year
Replacement of a lost device and/or accessories including carrying bag and charging accessories.
How can I pay tech fees/fines?
Technology usage fees, along with any applicable replacement/repair fees, may be paid via cash or check at each school. You can also pay online using BCSD's Online School Payments Portal at http://osp.osmsinc.com/beaufortsc. Step-by-step directions can be found here:
What if I can't pay?
If the $20 Tech Usage Fee creates a financial hardship on the student or their parent/guardian, they may apply for a tech fee waiver. Waiver fees are paid by funds donated by Hargray Communications. For more information or assistance, please contact your school directly.
https://bit.ly/techwaiverform (English)
https://bit.ly/techwaiverformSPN (Spanish)