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For more information please visit Smyrna School District 1:1 section on the district or your school’s website An Introduction to the Smyrna School District One to One Program for Parents/Guardians and Students

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For more information please visit Smyrna School District 1:1 section on the district or your school’s website

An Introduction to the Smyrna School District One to One Program for Parents/Guardians and Students

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PurposeThe purpose of the Smyrna School District One to One program is to promote the

effective use of technology and improve learning outcomes for all students. Our belief is

that student use of technology improves and maximizes the impact of their work. The

One to One program is designed to enhance student-learning experiences both inside

and outside of our schools with a consistent delivery of high-quality educational

experiences for all students. The One to One program will increase student engagement,

provide access to learning materials from anywhere at any time, and engage students in

instantaneous inquiry. The devices provide all students the ability to research,

collaborate, connect, and produce content that can be shared locally and globally.

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Introduction to One to One● Being a One to One district means that every student in grades first through twelfth will receive

a device for use inside and outside of school● Students in Kindergarten will not be issued devices● Kindergarten students will have devices available in their classrooms● Each device will be assigned to students for a period of four years● At the end of each four year cycle, students will receive a new device● Devices will be distributed at the beginning of each school year and collected for service and

inspection at the end of each school year● It is important to understand that these devices remain the property of Smyrna School District

and are subject to Board Policy 6150 Computing and Internet● At any time the district may request the inspection of a device

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Students in first grade will have the newest Chromebooks.

First Fifth

Student gets a brand new Chromebook. They keep this one until ninth Grade.

Ninth

Student gets a brand new Chromebook. They keep this until they graduate.

Twelfth

At the end of this year, the student will turn in their device for the district to recycle.

$20 dollar Insurance fee

$20 dollar Insurance fee

$20 dollar Insurance fee

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● A Chromebook from either Dell,

Lenovo, or Acer

● A two piece charging cord

Devices and accessoriesEvery student will receive:

● A protective case for the Chromebook,

cord, and earbuds

● A set of earbuds

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Distribution● Devices will be issued at your student’s school

● When issued, the student and parent will sign the Chromebook User Agreement

● Students in grades first, fifth, and ninth will be issued the newest devices and will be

asked for a $20 dollar insurance fee (cash, check, or money order)

● Students in Grades seventh through twelfth will be able to pick up their devices

before school starts

● Students in Grades first through sixth will receive their device within the first two

weeks of school

● Devices must be returned to school they originated

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Charging and charging cords● Each device has a unique charging cord associated with it

○ The cord has two parts○ The plug for the wall○ The plug for the device

● Ensure the two parts of the cord are firmly attached● Only use the assigned cord with the assigned device● Devices may be

○ USB-C○ Small Barrel○ Large Barrel

● Using the incorrect cord could result in damage to the device● A fully charged device should last seven to eight hours● A device should fully charge in on to two hours

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Responsibilities● Login information is unique and, as such, should not be shared with

others

● The device is assigned to a specific student and should not be shared

with other students or adults (even in the same household)

● If you have siblings in the Smyrna School District, you will have more

than one device at home

○ Ensure the assigned device is with the correct student

● If taking the device home, bring the device to school each day

● When at home, be sure to charge the device each night

● Place the device in its case when transporting the device

● Pack the device, charging cord, and earbuds each night before school

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FrequentlyAsked

Questions

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What if my student forgets their Chromebook?

● If a student forgets their Chromebook at home, or if it runs out of battery, each

school library will have a supply of “loaner” devices that they can use for the day

● They will check this out from the school librarian and return it at the end of the day

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What happens if the Chromebook breaks?

● At the beginning of first, fifth, and ninth grades a student will provide a $20

insurance fee

● This is to cover the cost of repair time, parts, or new devices and cases

● If a student's Chromebook becomes damaged while at school, they can bring it to

the library in exchange for a loaner device while their Chromebook is out for

repairs

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How will you keep my student safe while using a device?● Smyrna School District will be taking advantage of the State of Delaware statewide

contract to implement GoGuardian for all district devices

● This software monitors all activities on a device, such as email, files stored in Google

Drive, and websites accessed

● Any item of concern, such as bullying another student or staff, indication of self-harm,

or access to inappropriate material, will be addressed using the signed Acceptable

Use Policy, the Board of Education’s 6150 Computing and Internet Board Policy, 5100

Student Code of Conduct, and if found to be illegal, State of Delaware Code

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Does my student have to use a district Chromebook?

● Our technology department will only be able to provide effective support for

district-issued Chromebooks

● Using a district Chromebook helps ensure that district programs, curriculum , and

other resources work effectively

● Using a district Chromebook ensures that devices are monitored and students are

protected while on the internet whether at home or school

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Thank YouQuestions:

Clayton Elementary - (302) - 653 - 8587North Smyrna Elementary - (302) - 653 - 8589

Smyrna Elementary - (302) - 653 - 8588Sunnyside Elementary - (302) - 653 - 2808Clayton Intermediate - (302) - 653 -4512John Bassett Moore - (302) - 659 - 6297

Smyrna Middle - (302) - 653 - 8584Smyrna High - (302) - 653 - 8581

orSmyrna Technology(302) - 653 - 2754