Media Center

1. The Media Center is the learning hub of the school.  The media staff works with the faculty to develop appropriate instructional strategies, provide needed resources and incorporate appropriate technology that will enhance student learning. Staff members are always available to assist students with literature or informational needs.

2. Students are encouraged to use the library facility and materials daily. The library operates on an open/flexible schedule. Students may come at any time during the school day with a hall pass to check out materials, use computers or explore our Maker Space area. Students may also come to the Media Center before /after school and at lunch.  The Media Center opens at 8:00 am and closes at 4:00 pm. Students who lose or damage materials are subject to a fine or replacement charge and may not check out books or receive any type of tickets ex: (prom/graduation) until the debt is paid.

3. Students are expected to use considerate and appropriate behavior in the media center:

a.                  Follow all school guidelines

b.                  Use quiet voices so that others are not distracted.

c.                   Refrain from eating or drinking.

d.                  Dispose of all trash into proper receptacles.

4. Teachers may sign up for whole class or small group sessions with media personnel. All classes will meet downstairs. The teacher is to remain with his or her class at all times, enforce proper behavior and leave all areas clean.

5. Students are asked to only print school related materials. There is a charge of $.25 per colored copy.

6. While using technology in the Media Center and throughout the school, students must adhere to the Pitt County Schools Network/Internet Use policy for Students, posted on the PCS website.

7.  During the school year, many teachers photograph, videotape, and record students for various instructional purposes. Please contact the principal in writing during the first fifteen days of enrollment if you wish for your child not to be photographed, videotaped, or recorded.

Student Device Check Out

AGHS provides all students with access to electronic information resources and programs through our 1:1 Device Program. Students may check out a laptop for their individual use after having parent/guardian sign Student Device Agreement. Students are encouraged to pay the $20 tech fee/insurance.

Purpose: Pitt County Schools (“PCS”) will provide a device to students to support both in-person and remote teaching and learning.  Devices provided to students remain the property of PCS and are provided to allow students to access digital tools, communicate with teachers and other learners, build college and career readiness, and receive a personalized educational experience. As a condition of borrowing a device from PCS, Student and Student’s Parent/Guardian acknowledge and agree that they are making a commitment to responsibly care for the device and keep it in good condition, practice good digital citizenship, and make responsible decisions when using the device. Student and Student’s Parent/Guardian acknowledge and agree to responsibility that applies regardless of whether such use occurs on or off school district property and further that they are bound to and will abide by the following terms: 

Terms of Agreement:

1. Privilege: The use of district technology is a privilege, not a right, and unacceptable use may result in the cancellation of that privilege as well as disciplinary and legal action.

2. Acceptable Use: The use of district technology will be for educational purposes only, and any use of this device must be in full compliance with acceptable use as outlined in the PCS Code of Student Conduct and Pitt County Board of Education Policies 3220 (“Technology in the Educational Program”) and 3225/4312/7320 (“Technology Responsible Use”).  Additionally, the Student is reminded that PCS devices, networks, and digital resources are not to be used in any manner that violates Pitt County Board of Education Policy 1710/4021/7230 (“Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment, and Bullying”) or any other Board of Education Policy, the Code of Student Conduct, any other school rule, and all applicable legal requirements.

3. Responsible Use of the Device: Access to the device and digital resources requires students to practice good digital citizenship and make responsible decisions. 

4. Student Is Only Authorized User: The device is only for the use of the Student to which it is assigned. The Student will not share the device assigned to them with any other person or borrow a device assigned to someone else.

5. Repair and Replacement: 

   1. Technology Fee: There is an optional $20.00 annual technology fee. If the annual technology fee is paid, the Student and Student’s Parent/Guardian will be charged as follows for device repair/replacement:

      1. 1st incident - covered by technology fee (no cost)

      2. 2nd incident - half the cost of the repair/replacement

      3. 3rd incident - full cost of repair/replacement

      4. Not covered by tech fee:  Lost device, theft (due to negligence), pest infestation, bodily fluids, damage from intentional misuse - full cost of repair/replacement

If the annual technology fee is not paid the Student and Student’s Parent/Guardian will be responsible for the full cost of all repairs to the device or replacement of the device.

Damage Costs:  The following charges will apply for damage, repair, and/or replacement if the annual technology fee is not paid or after the first incident if the annual technology fee is paid:

5. Broken/cracked screen: $100

6. Charger: $30

7. Chromebook case/shell: $90

8. Daughterboard: $80

9. Headphone jack: $30

10. Keyboard: $150

11. Out of service device repair/replacement: $50

12. Tablet case: $40

13. Touchpad: $80

14. Major damage, lost device, theft (due to negligence), pest infestation, bodily fluids: full cost of device ($200 for Chromebooks)

6. Device Alteration Prohibited: The Student will not physically alter the device in any way, including but not limited to adding stickers, labels, or removal of any district-issued protective case, if provided.

7. Students May Use the Same Device Over Multiple Academic Years: Students may be assigned the same device for multiple school years and will need to be responsible for the device during that time.  Near the conclusion of each academic year, the Student will return their device to the school so that PCS may undertake necessary inventory, upgrades, and maintenance over summer break.

8. Theft and Damage: Theft of the device or damage to the device must be promptly reported to school personnel within 24 hours of the incident.  Theft of the device must be reported to the school and law enforcement. A copy of the police report must be submitted to the school.  The Student and Student’s Parent/Guardian will assume the full risk of loss of the device due to theft (due to negligence), destruction, or damage caused by intentional misuse or failure to take reasonable precautions to secure the device.  

9. Consequences for Misuse: The Student is expected to follow PCS Policies, rules, and guidelines at all times when using PCS devices, network, and digital resources.  Unlawful activity will be reported to the appropriate authorities. The consequences for the Student engaging in unacceptable use in violation of this PCS Student Device Agreement and related policies include but are not limited to: suspension or revocation of PCS network privileges, suspension or revocation of device or Internet access, suspension or expulsion, and/or civil and/or criminal action.

10. No Privacy Expectation: The device, data files, email, and Internet use of all device users is the property of PCS.  No user of the device has any right to privacy of any data saved on the device or any PCS network.  PCS has the right to access, manage, and inspect the content of any device at any time, and the Student shall deliver the device to PCS staff upon request.  PCS has the right to geolocate the device at any time.

11. Security: PCS has set up each device to be CIPA compliant. Student and Student’s Parent/Guardian may not make any digital alterations to the device or additions including but not limited to attachments, hardware, or software.

12. Limitation on Liability/Indemnification: Access to the device and digital resources requires the Student to maintain personal responsibility.  PCS will not be responsible for any damages suffered by the Student or any unauthorized user in connection with the use of the device.  Student and Student’s Parent/Guardian agree that they will indemnify and hold harmless PCS and PCS personnel from any and all claims arising from the student’s or parent/guardian’s use, misuse, or possession of the device including but not limited to any and all damages whatsoever of any kind or nature.

13. No Ownership Interest: PCS reserves the right to delete, without notice, any material on the device or online that violates this Agreement.  The Student does not have any right to retain an ownership interest in any material on the device or online that violates this Agreement.

14. Return of the Device Prior to Conclusion of Academic Year: The device must be returned immediately as requested by PCS or upon the Student transferring out or unenrolling from PCS.

15. Role of Parents/Guardians: Parents/guardians are asked to discuss responsible use with their children and to contact school staff with questions about these guidelines or device usage.  

16. Access to Device During Quarantine: Students who must quarantine for medical reasons may take a PCS device home for virtual learning during the quarantine period.  The device must be returned to the school after the end of the quarantine period, and students will be responsible for any and all damage incurred during that time.. 

PCS Device Usage Reminders

• The device is PCS property and subject to inspection and search at any time and without cause.

• The PCS Student Device Agreement applies both on and off school district property.

• Students should not remove, alter, or change any part of the device including removing or adding software/apps. 

• Barcodes, serial numbers, or other manufacturer/school labels should not be removed. Devices must not be personalized with stickers, markers, paint, or any other substance.

• Students are accountable for knowing where their device is at all times. It should not be loaned to others or left unattended outside, in a vehicle, or in an unsecure location.

• Food and drink or other damaging substances should not be used around the device.

• Login information should not be shared with others.

• Students should interact with all others in a respectful and courteous manner when using my device.

• Students should bring their device to school each day fully charged.

• Students should use their device for educational purposes only in accordance with the PCS Code of Student Conduct and related Board policies.

• Theft, loss, or damage of devices should be reported  to school personnel within 24 hours of the incident.  Theft of a device must be reported to the school and law enforcement.

• The device and charger should be returned promptly at the end of the school year, upon withdrawing from PCS, upon request by PCS, or if user privilege is revoked. 

• If the device is lost, intentionally damaged, or stolen (due to negligence), the Student and Student’s Parent/Guardian are responsible for the repair or replacement cost.  In case of theft, a police report must be filed.

• Internet and device use policies can be found at pittschools.org.