District Technology Issued to Students (K-6)

As part of OSSD’s efforts to provide the tools and resources students need to be successful in today’s digital age; OSSD makes access to electronic devices (iPads, computers, laptops, hot spots, etc.) available to all students as necessary for instruction as long as funding is available.

 

Students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade will be provided access to devices at school. A record will be kept that details what specific device is used by each student. In the event that a device is damaged (i.e., cracked screen, broken keyboard, etc.), the student (parent/guardian in the case of a minor) assigned to that device will be responsible for repair/replacement costs. If a student repeatedly damages any OSSD electronic device, disciplinary action may be taken.

 

In the event a program of virtual learning is implemented, a district-owned device will be provided for home use. All parents and students must agree to OSSD BOT Policy IFBGA - Internet and Email Safety Revisions and Acceptable Use Computer Policy before they are issued a device. An OSSD Computer/Tablet Parent Agreement (CTPA) must be signed by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt, responsibility, and terms associated with the acceptance of the device.

 

The goal of the 1:1 initiative is to provide every student with the same device. Therefore it is not recommended that a student utilize their personal devices for virtual learning. If a parent refuses a device for home use, the student will be required to check out a device at school for use each day in class. OSSD is not able to provide support or install software on personal devices; therefore, the use of personal devices (computers/tablets) is not a viable alternative to a district-provided device. As with other personally-owned items, the schools shall not be held liable for the loss, damage, misuse, or theft of personally-owned devices brought to school. Students who bring their own devices to use at OSSD do so at their own risk. OSSD is in no way responsible for:

See OSSD BOT Policy IJBA - Personal Electronic Devices - Laptops, Tablets, & Mobile Devices (BYOD).