Chromebook Program

HCA Chromebook Program

HCA's Chromebook program is meant to strengthen and enhance the learning process through the practical integration of technology in the workflow of students and teachers. A key facet of the program is the distribution of Chromebooks to all students in grades 11-12 for use at school and home.

Chromebook Distribution - UPDATED

Starting with the 2025-26 school year, students entering grades 9-10 will NOT be issued a Chromebook. Chromebooks will still be available for use in school in coordination with classroom activities.
Students entering grades 11-12 will be issued either a new or used Chromebook (depending on availability, use history, etc.).
BYOD Policies are currently under review.
All Chromebook (and chargers) will be collected at the conclusion of each school year.

Warranty & Maintenance

New Chromebooks issued to students will be covered by a short-term warranty which may or may not include accidental damage and battery replacement protection.
Used Chromebooks issued to students may or may not be covered under warranty.
Parents and students will be responsible for any non-accidental damage to the device as well as any other problems experienced beyond the scope of a typical warranty (including theft/loss).
Chromebooks requiring any maintenance or repair should be brought to the attention of technology department personnel immediately.

Home Usage

Students may only use Chromebooks at home if they have received permission from their parent/guardian.
Parents/Guardians are always encouraged to implement Internet filtering/monitoring at home regardless of the device being used. Parents are encouraged to limit use of Internet-enabled devices to public areas where usage can be monitored.

Management & Filtering

All school-issued Chromebooks have access to a designated wireless network while on campus. This on-campus network features one or more content filters.
All school-issued Chromebooks are managed by the school. This management includes, but is not limited to, asset-allocation, website usage reporting, and in-class monitoring by school faculty.

Charging

Students should fully charge their Chromebooks prior to each school day.
Students may NOT charge their Chromebooks in class.
Several Charging Stations will be available on campus for the charging of Chromebooks during the school day.

Printing

All teachers/students with Chromebooks will be connected to one or more cloud printers. See our Mobility Print page for more information.
Most print jobs must be released for actual printing from a release station. Release stations reside near the target printers.
Most cloud printers have a page and copy limit.
Chromebooks may also be connected to home printers if the student/parent is knowledgeable. HCA provides no support for printing to home printers from Chromebooks.

Miscellaneous

All students should have a pair of headphones or earbuds with them each school day. Unless otherwise directed, all audio from chromebooks should be directed through student headphones.
Only school-issued Chromebooks may be used as a part of this program. Other personal devices may only be used outside of class.
Unprepared students may rent a Chromebook at the rate of $5 a day. This fee will automatically be billed the student's parent/guardian.
Students may be required to return their Chromebooks for routine maintenance during the year. Students will be emailed prior to the date upon which the maintenance will be performed. A student loaner will be provided.

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