Odyssey Charter Chromebook Policy

Dear Odyssey Students and Families,

Our updated 1:1 Chrome Device Policy and Insurance Agreement can be found at https://bit.ly/OCSchrome20-21

In order to receive their Chrome device, all students must do the following:

1.       Complete the Chrome Device Insurance Agreement - https://bit.ly/OCSchrome2020 

2.       Pay the 1:1 Device Insurance Fee ($25) on our Velocity Payment Portal - https://bit.ly/OCSvelocity  

·         To pay on Velocity, choose “Other” from the drop down list if “1-1 Technology Insurance” is not available and “Chrome Device” as the teacher.

·         Families that wish to pay in cash can do so by appointment.

Chrome Device Insurance Agreements and the $25 fee are due before device distribution. Students will not receive their chrome device until they turn in the agreement and pay the fee. Students who bring in the signed agreement and a copy of their receipt should give it to their teacher and will be given a device in their homeroom/first period class.  

Reasons to use OCS 1 to 1 Chromebooks

1. The OCS Chromebook is protected by the GoGuardian Web Filter which blocks access to inappropriate websites
2. The GoGuardian software allows the school to control the students use of the Chromebook. Teachers can lock students out of restricted websites (game sites, Netflix) if they are using them in class.
3. GoGuardian provides an alternative to Zoom meetings which does not require the student to join a meeting, the Teacher will just start the session. (can only be done from an OCS Chromebook)
4. GoGuardian monitors student activity for cyber bullying and self harm, so the school can take appropriate action when detected.
5. Use of personal devices can cause equity issues in the classroom. We need to standardize onto one platform for tech support and instructional support.
6. Personal devices create a liability if damage occurs to an expensive device while at school.

Insurance Information:

Odyssey Charter School understands that an electronic device can be broken and to keep costs down, has instituted an insurance policy to assist parents with repair and replacement expenses.  All families are required to participate in the insurance plan as part of the Chrome 1:1 Initiative.

Costs:

·         Annual Premium:  $25 (Non-Refundable).

·         Minor Incident Deductible: 1^st Incident: $25, 2^nd Incident: $50, 3^rd Incident: $100.

·         Major Incident Deductible: 1^st Incident: $75, 2^nd Incident: $150, 3^rd Incident: $250.

Major and Minor Incident Definitions:

·         Minor Incidents are those that occur without intentional damage and may include:

o    Cracked Screens, when the digitizer is still functional and pieces of glass are not missing or completely destroyed. Students are encouraged to report the FIRST crack of a screen, as damage will progress if left for a period of months and will likely progress to the Major Incident cost level.

o    Theft occurring off of school grounds, with a police report.

o    Fire, flood, or natural disaster, with an insurance or fire report.

·         Major Incidents include those that require a complete replacement of the device and may include:

o    Cracked Screens, where the digitizer is also broken, glass is missing, or the whole device needs to be replaced (this happens when the device is not protected from damage).

o    Water/Liquid Damage

Not Covered:

The following items are not covered under the policy:

·         Loss

·         Intentional damage

·         Theft that occurs when the device is:

o    On school grounds

o    Left in unlocked area or vehicle

o    Left in an unsecured book bag

The cost to replace a device or the device accessories that are lost or damaged through misuse or negligence and, therefore, not covered by the school insurance policy depends on the device. Please see the chart below: 

Students with current Chrome device financial obligations will not be permitted to receive a Chrome device, purchase tickets for or attend dances or participate in athletics or student activities until their outstanding financial obligation has been cleared, or until a payment plan has been approved and is maintained in good standing.

Please access our complete policy at http://www.odysseycharterschooldel.com or refer to the School Newsletters sent with the full policy linked. Printed copies are available by request.