Transcript TIS Netbook Orientation - Wasatch School District

TIS Netbook Orientation
5th Grade Netbook Program at
Timpanogos Intermediate School
Terms of Netbook Loan
• Signed documents and orientation meeting
attendance.
– Duration 1-Year
• Legal title to the Netbook is with Wasatch
School District.
– A students right of possession and use is limited to
and based on the Netbook Handbook.
– Acceptable Use Agreement.
• Netbooks must be returned in good condition.
Netbook Configuration and Repairs
• Parents and Students are not to attempt
reconfiguration or repairs to the Netbook.
• Parents and Students are not to remove
screws, open, or tamper with the internal
components of the Netbook.
– Such actions void the warranty.
• Tampering will result in disciplinary action.
Agreement Violations
• Intentional damage.
• Violation of district policies and agreements.
• Result in loss of privilege to use a Netbook.
Software and Downloads
• Do not add/remove any virus protection
software.
• Do not download or install software.
• Do not save any music, games, or programs to
the Netbook, or the Home Directory File.
• All software must be district provided.
Reimage of Netbooks
• In the event of reconfiguration of the netbook,
there will be a $15 fee.
Lost, Damaged, or Stolen Netbooks
• Third party insurance is available to reduce
the cost or liability in the event of loss,
vandalism, or intentional damage.
• In the event of loss, the parent/guardian will
immediately report it to the police and
provide a copy of the report to the district.
• The parent/guardian shall be responsible to
pay the school district for any costs associated
with repair or replacement.
Third Party Insurance
• The signup is found off of our school web site
Wasatch School District
• Cost: Between $35 - $50 with a $25
Deductable
– Screen replacement is $54.25
Re-Possession
• WCSD may repossess the Netbook at any time
at its sole discretion for any violation of this
agreement or district policies.
Modification to the Netbook Program
• WCSD reserves the right to revoke or modify
the Netbook program or its terms at any time.
Expectation of Privacy for
Student Netbooks
• Netbooks are the property of WCSD
• There is no expectation of privacy on district
issued Netbooks
– They are not subject to the same privacy
expectations as personal property
WCSD and Managing
Netbook Computers
• Teachers and administrators may remotely
access, view and control student Netbooks
• Teachers and administrators may search the
computer for inappropriate use or materials at
any time.
• Technology staff will remotely control student
Netbooks to trouble shoot technical issues
• Technology staff will monitor all network
traffic to trouble shoot network issues.
General Care
• Students are responsible for the Netbook they
receive
• Netbooks in need of repair or are damaged,
must be reported to their teacher.
General Care - Guidelines
• Always close the lid before moving and/or
transporting your Netbook
• For prolonged periods of inactivity, shut down
completely before closing the lid
– This will help in conserving the battery
• Do not overload the Netbook case
• Take caution to place the netbook case on a
flat surface
General Care – Guidelines Part 2
• Do not place the Netbook in the same
compartment as textbooks, notebooks, binders,
etc.
• Never sit or place any object on the netbook case
• Never carry your Netbook out of the assigned
case or with the screen open
• Avoid placing the Netbook on a bed, the carpet or
other surface that restricts the flow of air under
the Netbook.
– Hard, Flat surface is best
General Care – Guidelines Part 3
• Never leave your Netbook unattended.
• Never allow someone else to use your Netbook
or give someone your password.
• Never remove labels and identifying stickers on
the Netbook or bag.
• Avoid eating, drinking while using the Netbook.
Keep wrappers and candy out of bag.
• Take extreme caution with the screens. Excessive
pressure on the screen causes damage.
– Don’t pick up the Netbook by the screen.
General Care – Guidelines Part 4
• Dimming the LCD screen will save battery
power.
• Take care when inserting cords, cables, and
other removable storage devices to avoid
damage to various ports.
• Do not expose your Netbook to extreme heat
or cold, direct sunlight, or ultraviolet light.
• Do not write, draw, place stickers/labels on
your Netbook or bag.
General Care – Guidelines Last Part
• Keep your Netbook away from magnetic fields
i.e.:
– Large Speakers
– Amplifiers
– Transformers
– Old style television sets
• DO NOT leave the power cord plugged in
when placing the Netbook in its bag.
Maintaining Your Netbook
• Routine maintenance will be done by WCSD
Technology staff.
• To include:
– Browser updates
– Flash updates
– Adobe updates
– Software updates
– Etc.
What Student’s Can Do
• Students are encouraged to do the following
simple tasks:
– Always disconnect the Netbook from the power outlet
when cleaning.
– Never use liquids on the Netbook screen or keyboard.
– Clean the screen with a soft, lint free cloth or antistatic screen cleaning cloths.
– Wash hands frequently when using the Netbook to
avoid buildup on the touch pad.
• Clean the touch pad with a lightly dampened cloth.
General Security
• Never leave your Netbook unattended.
• During after school activities, you are still
expected to maintain the security of your
Netbook.
• Each Netbook as multiple identifying labels
attached. Never remove any them.
• Each Netbook will be tracked through an asset
recovery system, which can locate a netbook
when it is connected to the Internet.
General Use of the Netbook
• Students are required to bring the Netbook to
school each day with a fully charged battery.
– No loaner will be provided if the battery runs out.
– Students who leave their Netbooks at home will
be completing their assignment using an
alternative means as determined by the teacher.
• Students will receive disciplinary actions for
repeatedly not bringing their Netbooks to
class.
General Use of the Netbook Part 2
• Avoid using your Netbook in areas which lead
to damage or theft:
– Sporting events/activities
– Cafeteria where food is being served or consumed
• Do not delete any files that you did not create
or you do not recognize.
General Use of the Netbook Part 3
• Students are prohibited of playing games unless
directed to by the teacher.
• Chat rooms are not to be accessed unless directed by
the classroom teacher.
• The use of the Internet at school is a privilege, not a
right. Inappropriate use may result in
suspension/termination of user privileged.
• Parental monitoring of Netbook use is highly
recommended.
• Students will have access to space on a school server
on which they may save their work.
– This space may also be used to back up files as directed by
the teacher.
Email
• WCSD manages monitors students email
accounts. ([email protected])
– Third party email access is not allowed within
WCSD.
• Always use appropriate language and content.
• No private chatting during class.
• There is no expectation of privacy with regard
to student email accounts.
Internet Access/Filtering
• As required by the Children’s Internet
Protection Act:
– A filtering system is in place and managed by the
district.
– This is a “good faith effort” to block all
inappropriate content, but the district cannot
guarantee that access to all inappropriate sites will
be blocked.
– It is the responsibility of the user and
parent/guardian to follow guidelines for
appropriate use of the network and the Internet.
Internet Filter Outside
the District Network
• A local proxy to the Internet will continue to filter
content outside the WCSD network.
• Internet Access while off campus:
– You must have an Internet service provider.
– The Netbook can be “hardwired” to a switch, hub or
router using an Ethernet cable.
– If you have access to an existing wireless access point,
the Netbook can join your wireless network.
• WCSD can not provide direct assistance in connecting your
Netbook to any non-WCSD network.
Login Procedures
• School Use:
– Login to the WCSD network using their assigned username
and password.
• Home Use:
– Students will be able to login using the same username
and password.
– Students will not be permitted to download and install any
programs to their Netbook.
– There will be no access to a network server on which to
save files while creating them at home.
– Back up of student files is the responsibility of the student.
• DO not share usernames and passwords. Students are
responsible for any actions using their login
credentials.
Screen Savers/Backgrounds
• Inappropriate media may not be used as a
screensaver/background.
• Presence of guns, weapons, pornographic
materials, inappropriate language alcohol,
drugs, gang-related symbols or pictures are
not allowed.
• Passwords on screensavers are not to be used
• Hard drive passwords are forbidden.
Accessories
• Mice
• Headphones
• USB Flash Drives