Student Responsibility

Students are solely responsible for the technology issued to them and must agree to the following:

1. I will bring the Chromebook to school fully charged every day. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action.
2. I will treat the device with care and never leave it in an unsecured location.
3. I will not store the Chromebook in vehicles for security and temperature control measures.
4. I will promptly report any problems with the Chromebook to a teacher.
5. I will not remove or interfere with the serial number or other identification tags.
6. I will not attempt to remove or change the physical structure of the Chromebook, (keys, housing, etc).
7. I will not attempt to install or run any other operating system on the Chromebook.
8. I will not tamper with the operating system or attempt to override settings.
9. I will keep the device clean and free of stickers, writing, drawings, etc. UNLESS the Chromebook is protected by a removable skin or cover.
10. I will use technology resources in a responsible, ethical, and legal manner.
11. I will use technology resources only for school-related purposes.
12. I will not access, modify, or destroy other user’s data.
13. I will not knowingly spread a computer virus, impersonate another user, or violate copyright laws.
14. I will not install or use unauthorized software, damage or destroy resources, or intentionally offend, harass, or intimidate others.
15. I will access the Internet only under appropriate supervision and only view sites that directly pertain to a school-related assignment.
16. I will not use school technology resources to create, distribute, download, or view obscene, illegal, or inappropriate content.
17. I will not plagiarize from the Internet.
18. I will immediately inform a staff member if I encounter material that is obscene, illegal, inappropriate, offensive, or otherwise makes me feel uncomfortable.
19. I will not use technology resources to engage in any commercial activity including the purchase of goods and services.
20. I will not give out personal information (full name, address, telephone number).
21. I will use electronic mail responsibly and only through an authorized school account.
22. I will not create, distribute or forward spam, offensive messages, harassing messages, or messages that contain false information.
23. I will distribute copyrighted material only if I have the owner’s written permission.
24. I will not give out my password.
25. I will immediately notify a staff member or school administrator if I am the subject of harassment while using technology resources or if I witness inappropriate use of technology resources.
26. I will use only my log-in credentials on my assigned Chromebook and not that of another student.

Responsibility for Electronic Data

Chromebook apps and Google extensions are made available by teacher request only and will be installed by Bay Area Christian School IT staff. Students are responsible for backing up their data to protect from loss.

Users of BACS technology have no rights, ownership, or expectation of privacy to any data that is, or was, stored on a Chromebook, school network, or any school issued device, application, or school-governed Google Workspace account. There is no guarantee that data will be retained or destroyed.

Parents

Students will be issued an individual account through Google Workspace for Education. School administration will maintain security of the password and student use of the account will be monitored. There should be no expectation of privacy or data retention with regard to school-issued Google accounts.

In addition, because the Internet can help teachers and students foster connections with people in the community and around the world, video conferencing may be used in our school for benefits including expanding the learning that occurs in the classroom. Utilizing these modes of communication -- voice, text and video -- also provides students with the opportunity to experience learning through different media.

Spare Equipment and Lending

If a student’s Chromebook is inoperable, the school has a limited number of spare devices for use while the student’s Chromebook is repaired or replaced. This agreement remains in effect for loaner computers.

If a student does not bring his/her Chromebook to school, the student may be required to phone home to have a parent/guardian bring the Chromebook or borrow a device from the school based on direction from his/her teacher. Repeated instances of forgetting a Chromebook will result in a discipline penalty.

Lost or Stolen Chromebooks

Loss or theft of the device is also the student’s responsibility and will result in the student being charged the full replacement cost to purchase a new device. Students should not leave Chromebooks in an unsupervised area. Unsupervised Chromebooks found on campus will be confiscated by staff.

Warranty and Support

The school will repair or replace damaged equipment due to normal usage or unavoidable accidents. If the unit is under manufacturer warranty, it may be sent in for repair depending on the defect or issue. Repair or replacement costs associated with breakage and damages deemed as willful abuse or neglect will be the responsibility of the student.

Broken Chromebooks remain the property of the school and will not be returned to students when a replacement is issued.

The school will make its best attempt to purchase replacement parts at the best possible price.

DO NOT TAKE YOUR CHROMEBOOK TO AN OUTSIDE COMPUTER SERVICE FOR ANY TYPE OF REPAIR OR MAINTENANCE.

Possible Consequences of Violations

• Suspension of Internet access
• Revocation of Internet access
• Suspension of network privileges
• Revocation of network privileges
• Suspension of computer access
• Revocation of computer access
• School suspension
• School expulsion
• Financial responsibility for replacing damaged software or hardware
• Legal action and prosecution

Student Technology Insurance

Bay Area Christian School has established the following student technology insurance program to offer protection from costs incurred by accidental damage to school-issued student Chromebooks.

The cost of coverage is $75 per school year and covers one, and only one, incident.

Participation in the technology insurance program is not mandatory, but highly encouraged.

Coverage

• Accidental Damage: Damage caused by liquid spills, drops, cracked screens or any other unintentional event.
• Theft or Vandalism: Loss due to theft or vandalism. Claims must be accompanied by an official police report.
• Electrical Surge: Damage to the device caused by an electrical surge.
• Natural Disasters: Damage caused by a natural disaster.

Exclusions

• Intentional or Negligent Damage: Replacement or repairs which are the result of intentional or negligent
  actions. This includes, but is not limited to, the removal of keys, removal of outer rubber, removal of screws and/or opening the device.
• “Jailbreaking”: Attempts to alter the operating system or software in an effort to circumvent restrictions and/or monitoring (GoGuardian) resulting in a “bricked” device with unrecoverable software.
• Loss: Parent/guardian will be liable for the replacement cost of a device lost by the student.
• Charger: Replacement cost of lost or damaged AC adapter is the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
  Chargers must be replaced by BACS. NO THIRD-PARTY PRODUCTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Effective Dates
Coverage begins on the date the Chromebook is issued and terminates on the day the Chromebook is returned. Typically, mid-August to mid-May. No prorated pricing will be offered for new or withdrawing students.

Typical Repair/Replacement Costs*

• Chromebook (Complete): $400
• Touchscreen Assembly (Requires full replacement): $400
• Motherboard: $240
• Keyboard Assembly (w/ palmrest and touchpad): $75
• Battery: $40
• AC Adapter (charger): $35
• Top Cover: $35
• Bottom Cover: $35
• Screen Bezel: $25
• Hinges: $20
  
  *Exact repair/replacement costs are subject to change and will be determined at time of repair.

Signature

By signing below, the student and their parent/guardian agree to follow and accept:

1. Bay Area Christian School's Technology and Chromebook Agreement
2. That Bay Area Christian School owns the Chromebook, software, accounts and issued apps
3. That students who cease enrollment at Bay Area Christian will return the Chromebook in good working order (along with the original charger) or pay full replacement value