Student Laptops
Procedures and Expectations
MNPS is a 1:1 district - what does this mean?
MNPS Technology Services provides a laptop for every student.
Grades PreK-2: will be provided a device to use at school.
Grades 3-12: will be provided a device that will travel back and forth from home to school each day.
If a student changes schools or withdraws, they must return the laptop to Stratford.
Laptop Distribution
First block teachers will distribute laptops, charger cords, and cases. Students will sign one sheet of paper and make notations for any pre-existing damage. That sheet will come to the library. Students have a duplicate sheet to take home for parents.
Easily removable labels on each laptop show student email accounts. Teachers can further manage/reset student passwords here.
Tech Troubles
Laptop Care
- keep laptops clean and free of stickers or other decorations
- charge laptops each night so they are ready for classroom use
- store laptops in a safe place (in the cart, on a table, etc.)
Student Responsibilities
- bring the laptop to school, fully charged each day
- use the laptop for instructional purposes at school and in an appropriate manner and use good judgement online
- protect login information; do not share username and password
Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
- not returned
- intentionally damaged
- lost because of negligence
- if the laptop is lost, stolen or damaged, report it to the school within one day
Accidental vs. Intentional Damage
Accidents do happen. There is a difference, however, between an accident and intentional damage. After investigation by school administration, if the device is deemed to be intentionally damaged by the student, the student may be subject to discipline and the cost of repair or replacement.
Lost or Stolen Laptops
Replacement Costs
• Total Replacement of Device: $200
• LCD Screen Replacement: $40
• Keyboard Replacement: $17
• Laptop Charger: $15
The information here is summarized from the official MNPS Student Device Procedures.
Any questions? Ask Ms Chen in the library
Email: dchen@mnps.org
Location: 1800 Stratford Avenue, Nashville, TN, USA
Phone: (629) 910-5918
Twitter: @dianerchen