Digital Citizenship promotes responsible use of digital devices. Parents/guardians are encouraged to model positive behavior, routinely monitor students' use, and hold students accountable for behaviors at home.
To receive a Chromebook, parents/guardians must sign Verizon Innovative Schools Memorandum of Understanding, Navarro Technology Acceptable Use Policy, HISD Student Device Loan Agreement, and submit the course completion form for this course below.
Acceptable Use Policy
Navarro 2023-2024 Technology Acceptable Use Policy
Navarro Middle School is a Verizon Innovative Learning Schools campus that provides access to Chromebooks for on and off-campus use in addition to desktop computers and other technology equipment. In order for students to use HISD devices and accounts (both on and off campus), we require all students to comply with our technology policies. Click here to read Navarro's Technology Acceptable Use Policy.
Leopard Technology Bundle
The Chromebook is a web-based device that uses the Google Chrome operating system and Google Drive for cloud-based storage. Students can only access instructional web-based applications.
Your student will receive:
Chromebook
Protective Case
Chromebook Charger
Taking Care of Your Chromebook
Keep your Chromebook on a flat surface like a table or a desk. (Don't leave it on the floor where someone could step on it.)
Don't pile things on top of your Chromebook.
Make sure there isn't anything on the keyboard when you close your Chromebook.
Keep food and drinks away from your Chromebook and make sure your hands are clean. (Crumbs and liquids are very bad for your Chromebook and can cause it to stop working properly.)
Be careful how you carry your Chromebook. Make sure your Chromebook is closed, always use two hands, and never carry your Chromebook by the screen.
Keep it charged. Plug it in when you are not using it so that it will be charged and ready when you need it.
Tell your teacher right away if it breaks. Don't try to fix it yourself.
Remember to take care of yourself online too. Stay on approved websites, keep your password private, and log off when you're done. Remember anything that happens under your account is your responsibility.
Case It
When you have finished working on the Chromebook for the day, remember to place it back inside the case for protection.
No Eating or Drinking
Keep all food and drink away from the Chromebook.
Swipe and Sweep
Clear the keyboard BEFORE closing the Chromebook. Items left on the keyboard may cause damage to the screen when it is closed.
Charge it Up
Shut down & charge up the Chromebook nightly.
Parent Device Financial Responsibility
The students' parent/guardian accepts financial responsibility for any intentional damage to the Chromebook or damage due to gross negligence.
Device Replacement Fees
Parents, if your student damage and/or lose his/her device they are responsible for repair and replacement fees. If your student loses his/her charger they must purchase a replacement charger. To ensure your student does not lose their charger, we ask that they charge their device nightly and leave the charger at home.
Note to parents: Encourage your students to be responsible students when caring for their device.
Data Usage
Each student receives 30GB of data monthly. We ask that they monitor their use of data to ensure they have enough data monthly to be successful in their classes. They can do this by not streaming videos, movies, and/or games.
Online Safety
Social Media and Digital Footprints: Our Responsibilities
How does using social media affect our digital footprints?
The digital world allows students to socialize, communicate, and stream music or movies 24/7. it allows for exposure to risks
Help Your Student Post, Comment, and Upload Responsibly
When you post something online, you no longer have control over what happens to that information, comment, or photo. Talk with your child about what would and would not be appropriate to share online. Click here for family tips
Only post things they would feel comfortable sharing with anyone, including parents and potential employers.
Remember that you no longer have control of the things you post online.
Thank you for participating!
Please submit the form below to verify completion of this course and ensure your student will receive their chromebook during the first week of school. You may go to schoolpay to submit payment for your device.
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Internet Safety
Houston Independent School District has adopted an Acceptable Use Policy that maintains compliance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA).
Privacy
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ensures that the privacy of student records is protected. Access to these records is restricted through the use of usernames and passwords.
Acceptable Actions
Students are expected to follow network etiquette at all times. This includes being courteous to others, not using profanity, keeping login information private, and letting an adult know if something inappropriate happens.
Unacceptable Actions
Students are not allowed to use district-owned devices in a manner that causes harm to others, damages the device, violates copyright laws, or sends potentially harmful data/information to others.
Penalties for Improper Use
The HISD Code of Conduct outlines the possible consequences for violating these rules. Consequences may range from campus disciplinary actions to legal action as determined by the level of misconduct.