INTRODUCTION

The focus of the Sylvania Schools 1-1 Initiative is to provide an environment that promotes teaching and learning in a digital world where students are engaged through collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, and connectivity. The Sylvania Schools 1-1 Initiative promotes innovative learning through inquiry and problem-based approaches as well as challenging all students to be self-directed, independent, and lifelong learners – essential skills necessary to compete in the global arena for college placement and employment opportunities.
The 21st century requires learners to be able to navigate smoothly, effectively, and purposefully through the world of technology. The Sylvania Schools 1-1 Initiative will offer our students the opportunity to participate in the global educational environment.
This initiative is a partnership between Sylvania Schools and the home as we ask students and parents to share in the responsibility of the success of this program through a collaborative effort to manage, maintain, and support the Chromebook and the educational values of the Sylvania Schools 1-1 Initiative.

GOALS OF THE 1-1 INITIATIVE

•	Provide students the opportunity to connect with each other and the world through technology in the classroom, during non-instructional time, and at home. 
•	Increase technology to address the integration of Ohio’s New Learning Standards, to prepare for online assessments, and to meet the day-to-day instructional and learning needs of students and teachers. 
•	Provide an opportunity for ongoing, instantaneous, and spontaneous use of technology to provide the most accessibility for the greatest number of students and teachers, making the integration of technology a natural part of the learning process. 
•	Provide an opportunity for teachers to instruct and students to learn in an environment where there is a parallel educational tool and parallel access to software. 
•	Provide an opportunity for increased differentiation to meet the district’s mission of challenging and inspiring each student to reach his or her unique potential. 
•	Provide professional development, materials, support, and technology tools for teachers to enhance delivery of instruction within their classrooms to best meet the needs of students. 
•	Promote the National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS-S) developed by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE): Creativity and Innovation; Communication and Collaboration; Research and Information Fluency; Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making; Digital Citizenship; and Technology Operations and Concepts. 

This document consists of two specific agreements that make up the entire Sylvania Schools 1-1 Initiative agreement between the Sylvania School District and the students and parents or guardians. The specific agreements are the Technology Loan Agreement and the Technology Protection Fund Agreement.   A third agreement, the Student Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy, is a separate document and is agreed to and signed separately from this agreement.

The use of any district technology is a privilege and not a right, including the use of Chromebooks through the Sylvania Schools 1-1 Initiative. Students are expected to use their Chromebooks in accordance with these policies and procedures, the District Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy, the Student Code of Conduct, and any applicable laws. 

General Information ---------------------------------------------------

The Sylvania Schools (hereinafter referred to as “District”) will lend to the Student one Google Chromebook, charger, and case (hereinafter referred to collectively as “Chromebook”) in good working order. While on school grounds, that Chromebook will operate on a District-provided wireless network (hereinafter referred to a “Network”) It is the responsibility of the Student to ensure that this Chromebook is maintained in good working order.
The Student acknowledges and agrees that the Student's use of the District Chromebook is a privilege and that by agreeing to the terms hereof, the Student acknowledges responsibility to protect and safeguard the District Chromebook and to return the same in good condition upon request by the District.
This Chromebook and all software and applications installed by the District are, and at all times remains, the property of the District and is provided to the Student for educational purposes for the current academic school year. The Student may not deface, destroy, or otherwise damage this Chromebook in any way. Failure to use a Chromebook in an appropriate manner will result in consequences as determined by the Student Code of Conduct, and may result in disciplinary action; revocation of the Student’s privilege to use and/or access technology, including the privilege of taking the Chromebook home; or civil and/or criminal liability under applicable laws.
The District retains control, custody, and supervision of all Chromebooks and, in accordance with the law, reserves the right to monitor all activity by the Student, and they may be the subject of random search. The Student should have no expectation of privacy in their use of school Chromebooks, including, but not limited to, email, stored files, or Internet sites visited. School officials reserve the right to search Chromebooks and the files thereon when there may be a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and/or when order, health, and the safety of persons may be an issue. This standard also applies to all school- sponsored activities at any location.
The District is responsible for tracking and monitoring the Chromebook assigned to the Student. Any Chromebook assigned to the Student is inventoried and tagged.  Identification labels have been placed on the Chromebook. These labels are not to be removed or modified. If the labels become damaged or missing, District technology support services  will ensure replacement once notified according to procedure. Additional stickers, labels, or markings of any kind may not be added to the Chromebook or the case.
The Student agrees to use best efforts to ensure that the District Chromebook is not damaged or rendered inoperative while in the Student's possession.
If the Chromebook is lost or stolen, a parent or guardian should immediately report the loss or theft to the District.
The Student agrees to bring any Chromebook that is damaged or not working properly to the building technology representative for repair or replacement. Parents or guardians are not authorized to attempt repairs themselves or to contract with any other individual or business for repair of the Chromebook.
Any Student withdrawing from the District will return the Chromebook before their last day. If not returned, the family will be financially responsible for the replacement cost of the Chromebook. Failure to return will result in school records being held or civil and/or criminal liability under applicable laws.  
The Student will return Chromebook to the District at the end of the school year to be upgraded and serviced over the summer.
Each Chromebook has been set up with one user with specific privileges and capabilities for the exclusive use of the Student to which it has been assigned. The Student shall not attempt to change the privileges and capabilities of this user account, or allow others to attempt to change or change the privileges and capabilities of this user account.
The Chromebook is assigned to an individual Student. The Student should never “swap”/“share” their Chromebook with another Student.
The Student agrees never to store anything on the Chromebook or put anything in an email that would be embarrassing, inappropriate, or illegal. The Student Code of Conduct is in effect at all times and applies to all Students and their use of school-owned technology.
The Student may not make any attempt to add, delete access, or modify other users’ accounts on the Chromebook or on any school owned computer or device.
The Student may not install or use any software other than software owned and/or approved by the District and made available to the Student in accordance with this Loan Agreement.
The Network is provided for the academic use of all Students and staff. The Student agrees to take no action that would interfere with the efficient academic use of the Network.
The Student may use the Chromebook for non-commercial, personal purposes in accordance with District policies, procedures, guidelines, and rules, including the District’s Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy, the Student Handbook and Code of Conduct, and local, state, and federal statutes and regulations.
The Student should keep the Chromebook in their immediate possession or secured in a locked locker and not in a vehicle at any time during the school day. A locked locker is the most secure location for the Chromebook during the school day when participating in an activity that is not conducive for the use of Chromebook (e.g., PE class, field trips, and assemblies). Likewise, the locked locker is the most secure location for the Chromebook during after-school activities. The Student agrees not to leave the Chromebook in locker rooms, classrooms, or other unsecured or less secured locations.
A small number of Chromebooks will serve as spares for assignment to students as needed. Spares will be temporarily assigned to the Student when their assigned Chromebook needs to be retained for repair. 

General Use and Care of the Chromebook ------------------

Chromebooks must remain in the provided case at all times. 
The Student should refrain from placing the Chromebook into a backpack or book bag.  Excessive pressure from a very full backpack or book bag will damage the screen and the student will be held responsible for any damage from pressure.
The Student should always be sure that the school-issued protective case is fully closed when transporting their Chromebooks from class to class and to and from school.
The Student should never place or stack heavy objects on top of the Chromebooks. This includes books, musical instruments, sports equipment, etc.
The Student will use their Chromebook on a flat, stable surface such as a table.  The Student will not use their Chromebook while standing or walking. Chromebooks can be fragile, and if dropped may break.
For security reasons, The Student should not leave their Chromebook in vehicles other than during transport to or from school. It is expected that the Chromebook will be secured out of sight (in the trunk or other storage compartment) while in a vehicle.
The Student should protect their Chromebooks from extreme heat or cold, and should not leave them in vehicles during extreme temperatures. 
The Student should use care when plugging in their power cord, ever placing the power cord in a position that may be trip hazard or cause damage to the Chromebook or inserting the power cord in such a way as to damage the hardware of the device
The Student should protect their Chromebook from the weather, water, liquids, food, and pets. The Student should never eat or drink while using their Chromebook or use their Chromebooks near others who are eating or drinking.
Chromebook batteries may or may not last a full day, depending on the amount and type of usage. The Student may need to find an outlet during the day to recharge their batteries. Teachers are not expected to make special accommodations or give special consideration during class for students with Chromebooks that are not adequately charged. It will be the teacher’s decision how to handle charging in individual classrooms.
Any Student that has permission to take their Chromebook home is responsible for bringing their Chromebook, fully charged, to school each day. Chromebooks that are not a part of the Technology Protection Fund will be stored and charged overnight at school. Teachers are not expected to make special accommodations or give special consideration for a student that forgets their Chromebook.
The Student is encouraged to other students in learning to operate their Chromebooks. However, such help should be provided with voices and not hands. The Student should operate only their own Chromebook at all times.
The Student should report any inappropriate or careless use of a Chromebook to a teacher or other staff member immediately.

Internet Safety and Privacy -----------------------------------------

Parents or guardians and students are required to read and agree to the District’s Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy prior to receiving Network/Internet/email access.
The Internet provides unparalleled access to educational resources and opportunities for personal growth. As an educational tool, users can learn about virtually any topic. The Internet also contains content that may not be appropriate for junior high and high school students. The District will provide learning opportunities for students within a safe and nurturing environment and will continue to teach safe and effective Internet usage skills.
The District has the obligation to provide Internet filtering for school-owned technology while at school and at home or outside the district. The District Internet filtering system will block most inappropriate sites, but the Internet is vast and ever changing, making it impossible to guarantee to block all inappropriate websites. What may be appropriate for one grade level student may not be appropriate for another grade level student.  Building administration, along with the Director of Technology, will determine filtering criteria specific to each building.
Students should not share personal information about themselves or others while using the Internet unless directed to by a parent/guardian/teacher and/or is required for a school assignment or activity. This includes a student’s name, age, address, phone number, or school name.  Students agree to be responsible and careful when it is necessary to give personal information. 
All users need to be aware that the District has the ability to monitor Internet usage. Using devices to visit sites that are inappropriate and do not meet the educational purposes of the District will result in consequences as determined by the Student Code of Conduct, and may result in disciplinary action; revocation of the Student’s privilege to use and/or access technology, including the privilege of taking the Chromebook home; or civil and/or criminal liability under applicable laws.

Parent Responsibilities ------------------------------------------------

The success of this program is predicated on the partnership between the District and the home, and the District asks that parents and guardians share in the responsibility of supervision of the technology issued to the Student. The Student has been issued a Chromebook, charger, and case to enhance and personalize their education during the school year. The guidelines below, when followed, will ensure the safe, efficient, and ethical operation of this Chromebook:
Parents and/or guardians will . . .
•	Supervise their child's/children’s use of the Chromebook.
•	Discuss their family's values and expectations regarding the use of the Internet and email at home. 
•	Supervise their child's/children’s use of the Internet and email. 
•	Report to the school any problems with the Chromebook. 
•	Not attempt to repair the Chromebook or have the Chromebook repaired, nor attempt to clean the Chromebook with any procedure other than those directed by the District. 
•	Not download, install, or access software/tools of any kind on the Chromebook without consent from the District. 
•	Not attempt to remove programs, management or other profiles, or any files (other than their child’s/children’s productivity or classroom files) from the Chromebook, or attempt to alter any items in the settings or on any application on the Chromebook without prior consent from the District. 
•	Ensure that their child/children charges the battery nightly. 
•	Understand that their child is expected to bring the Chromebook to school each day as part of the essential tools necessary for the educational process. 
•	Supply their child a pair of earbuds to use at school each day.
•	Agree to return the Chromebook, case, and ORIGINAL charger to school when requested or upon their child's/children’s withdrawal from the District.  Failure to return all items in good condition will result in a fine for replacement.
Student Responsibilities ----------------------------------------------
The Student Chromebook is an important learning tool and is to be used for educational purposes. In order to take the Chromebook home each day, the Student must be willing to accept the following responsibilities:
The Student will . . .
•	Follow the policies and procedures of the District, including the Student Code of Conduct, the Acceptable Use
Policy, and abide by all local, state, and federal laws when using the Chromebook at home, school, and any other locations.
•	Not download, install, or access software/tools of any kind on the Chromebook, without consent from the District. 
•	Not attempt to remove programs, management or other profiles, or any files (other than my productivity or classroom files) from the Chromebook, or attempt to alter any items in the settings or on any application on the Chromebook without prior consent from the District. 
•	Treat the Chromebook with care at all times. Negligence may include, but not be limited to, dropping, getting wet, leaving outdoors, exposing to extreme temperatures, picking keys off the keyboard, leaving in a vehicle, or using with food or drink nearby.
•	Keep the Chromebook in the school-issued protective case at all times.
•	Not lend or permit anyone to access or use the Chromebook, including friends or siblings; the Chromebook will stay in the Student’s possession or an approved secure location. 
•	Keep their locker locked at all times when the Chromebook is stored inside. 
•	Keep all accounts and passwords assigned to them secure, and will not share these with any other Students. 
•	Not connect the Chromebook to a personal computer, nor attempt to sync the Chromebook to a personal computer.
•	Recharge the Chromebook battery each night. 
•	Bring the Chromebook to school every day. 
•	Bring a pair of earbuds to use at school each day.
•	Report to the school any problems with the Chromebook. 
•	Not attempt to repair the Chromebook or have the Chromebook repaired, nor attempt to clean the Chromebook with any procedure  other than those directed by the District. 
•	Agree that email (or any other computer communication) will be used only for appropriate, legitimate, and responsible communication. 
•	Agree to return the Chromebook, case, and ORIGINAL charger to school when requested or upon their withdrawal from the District.  Failure to return all items loaned to the Student in good condition will result in a fine for their replacement. 
•	Not share personal information about self or others while using the Internet unless required for a school assignment or activity. This includes name, age, address, phone number, or school name. The Student agrees to be responsible, accurate, and careful when it is necessary to give personal information (i.e., district approved subscription website)
•	Protect their Chromebook from extreme heat or cold, and will not leave the Chromebook in a vehicle during extreme temperatures. For security reasons, during transport to and from school, the Student will secure their Chromebook out of sight (in the trunk or other storage area) while in a vehicle. 
•	Provide my Chromebook for inspection if the District requests. 
The district will provide limited protection against incidental damage to and loss of the Chromebook through a Technology Protection Fund. Please read this entire agreement to determine if this Technology Protection Fund is desirable for you and your child's protection against damage to and loss of the loaned Chromebook in your care. The District Technology Protection Fund will offer coverage to all Students.  Participation is voluntary.  Students who do not participate will not be permitted to take their Chromebook off school property, as detailed in the Opt Out section below.  

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Premium
The total premium cost is $25 per student per school year and enrolls the student into the protection fund for that school year.  Students on reduced lunch program will pay $5 per student per school year. Partial semesters are not refundable. 
Coverage and Benefit
•	 The Chromebook provided to the Student under this agreement against all incidental damage or loss.
•	The premium fund covers ONLY the Chromebook and not the case or charger.  
•	Coverage under this fund is 24 hours per day. 
•	A Student with a incidental damage/lost/stolen Chromebook will be given a replacement, but may not be permitted to take the Chromebook home.
•	DAMAGE
•	Charger damages covered – Care needs to be taken to the Chromebook charger during use, winding, and storing.  If the charger is rendered useless during normal wear and tear, a replacement will be given to the student during the school year.  The bad charger must be returned to receive the replacement.  
•	Charger damages NOT covered - This policy does not cover damage due to reasons that include, but are not limited to, incorrect winding of cord, pet damage/chews, or damage to the charger due to misuse.  Students needing replacements throughout the school year or upon return of the device at the end of the school year, due to these reasons, will incur a replacement charge.  The student or parent or guardian can choose to replace the charger on their own, but it must be the correct brand of Chromebook charger.
•	Case damages covered - The cases that Sylvania Schools supplies for the Chromebooks are very durable.  They come warrantied.  If any incidental damage occurs to the case, it is most likely covered under warranty and should be turned in for replacement.  Each situation will be handled individually.
•	Case damages NOT covered - This policy does not cover damage due to reasons that include, but are not limited to, drawing/marking/coloring any part of the case, excessive dirt, or damage not considered normal wear and tear.  Students needing replacements throughout the school year or upon return of the device at the end of the school year, due to these reasons, will incur a replacement charge. 
•	Chromebooks returned to the district with a damaged case or charger at the end of each school year or when a student moves out of district will be handled in the same way as the above bullets.
Negligence
•	Negligence may include, but not be limited to, dropping, getting wet, leaving outdoors, exposing to extreme temperatures, picking keys off the keyboard, picking the feet off the bottom, taking the chromebook out of the provided case, leaving in a vehicle, or using with food or drink nearby.
•	Damage caused by negligence will not be covered by the Technology Protection Fund and will be the sole financial responsibility of the student and parents or guardians. 
•	It is the responsibility of the appropriate administrators to determine if damages are due to negligence or accident.  The school administrator will communicate with the technology department, including the Director of Technology, and seek input from the Student and/or parent to determine if there was an instance of negligence.
●	LOSS
•	Chromebook loss - A deductible fee of $100 for a lost Chromebook applies; the fund will cover all expenses above the deductible amount. 
•	Repeated incidents of loss of a Chromebook over a two-year period may result in a graduated deductible amount as follows: 1st incident - $100; 2nd and subsequent incidences - full cost of loss and student will not be permitted to take the Chromebook off school property.
•	Charger loss - If the charger is lost (one or both parts), the student will be charged for its replacement. The student or parent or guardian can choose to replace the charger on their own, but it must be a the correct brand Chromebook charger.
•	Case loss - If the Chromebook case is lost, the student will be charged for its replacement. The student or parent or guardian can choose to replace the case on their own, but it must be an identical case to that which was lost.
•	Chromebooks returned to the district with a missing case or charger at the end of each school year or when a student moves out of district will cause a fee for replacement.
•	THEFT
•	Chromebook theft - A deductible fee of $25 for all damages to the Chromebook applies; the fund will cover all expenses (including case and charger) above the deductible amount.  A police report must be submitted to the school or the incident will be considered a “loss” and the above rules will apply.
•	Repeated incidents of theft of a Chromebook over a two-year period may result in a graduated deductible amount as follows: 2nd incident - $50; 3rd and subsequent incidences - full cost of loss and student will not be permitted to take the Chromebook off school property.

Effective and Expiration Dates
This coverage is effective from the date this form is digitally signed and the premium payment is received by the District through the date at which the Chromebook is required to be returned in good working order to the District.

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●	Families opting-out pay no fee, but commit to providing their child/children with a Chromebook(s) for daily use in school.
●	Any damage incurred during the school day may be at the full responsibility of the student.