North Schuylkill School District                    

        Chromebook Damage Repair Plan        

The North Schuylkill School District is self-funded, so please help us keep premiums and deductibles low by taking very good care of the Chromebook.  The provisions in this Plan restrict coverage.  Please read the Plan to understand your family’s rights and responsibilities and what is covered.

A.        Costs

1. Yearly premium of $25.00.  This premium is good for one school year.
2. If there is a claim under this Repair Plan, there is a standard per-breakage deductible of $25.00 for the second claim.  The first claim is covered by the Repair Plan Premium.
3. Students who have Repair Plan claims on their Chromebook more than two times during a school year, for their regular, loaner, or replacement Chromebook, will face higher per-breakage deductibles.  The deductible for the third Repair Plan claim, and any claims thereafter, will be the total cost of the repair per claim.  Lost power cord replacement cost will be $30.00.
4. The school administration has the final say in determining Repair Plan coverage and repair situations.
5. After September 15, 2023, no refunds will be issued.
6. Repair Plan Premiums are due 10 (ten) school days following student enrollment date.

B.        Covered Equipment

1. The coverage provided applies to any Chromebook issued to your child by the North Schuylkill School District, whether it is the originally issued Chromebook, a loaner, or a replacement.
2. The deductible is the same, whether the machine is the original, a loaner, or a replacement Chromebook.
3. There will not be an additional premium for the use of a Chromebook loaner.  Your child’s yearly $25.00 premium covers their original Chromebook and any other Chromebook issued to your child for the current school year.

C.        Exclusions

The North Schuylkill School District will not pay for loss or damage resulting from the following:

1. Not informing the Main Office immediately of damage to the device may void the Repair Plan coverage for that incident.  Examples being:  damage from a liquid spill, dropping of the device that may expose internal parts.
2. Damage caused maliciously/on purpose to the device.
3. Dishonest, fraudulent or criminal acts.

D.         Claim Procedures

1. Go directly to your school’s main office.
2. The Technology Department will examine the Chromebook to determine if there is a qualified Repair Plan claim.
3. If there is a claim, the computer technician will fill out the appropriate paperwork and inform the office staff.  You will receive a telephone call, letter and/or email from office staff when a claim is filed on your child’s Chromebook.
4. Once the claim is in process, a loaner will be issued to the student.

How to Care for your North Schuylkill School District Chromebook

General Precautions

• Chromebooks should not be placed on soft surfaces or laps during use due to potential overheating.
• No food or drink should be next to Chromebooks.
• Cords, cables and removable storage devices (e.g. thumb drives) must be inserted carefully into the appropriate port on the Chromebooks.
• Chromebooks should not be used or stored near pets.
• Chromebooks should not be used with the power cord plugged in when the cord may be a tripping hazard.
• Heavy objects should never be placed on top of Chromebooks.
• Chromebooks should never be loaned to another student or individual during the school day or otherwise.

Carrying Chromebooks

• Always transport Chromebooks with care.
• Students should hold the Chromebooks (cover closed) with two hands if they need to carry the Chromebook.
• Never lift a Chromebook by the screen.
• Never carry a Chromebook with the screen open.

Opening and Closing Chromebook

• Open and close the Chromebook only when it is resting on a flat surface such as a table or desk.
• Do not attempt to force open the screen beyond its angle, as the screen will break if forced.
• Before closing the screen, make sure there is nothing on the keyboard to prevent the full closure of the device.
• Obstacles on the keyboard could cause broken screens or damaged hinges.
• Close the screen gently using two hands – one at either corner of the screen.

Screen Care

The Chromebook screen can be damaged if subjected to heavy objects, rough treatment, some cleaning solvents and other liquids. The screens are particularly sensitive to damage from excessive pressure.

• Do not put pressure on the top of a Chromebook when it is closed.
• Make sure there is nothing on the keyboard before closing the lid (e.g., pens, pencils, or disks).

Student Name:                                        Chromebook Name:                                

North Schuylkill School District

 15 Academy Lane

Ashland, PA 17921

Agreement for Loaned Chromebook        Grade:

          Homeroom:        

Parent/Guardian:

By signing this form, I understand that this equipment is being loaned to the North Schuylkill family listed below for educational purposes only. Since this equipment is being used off school grounds, the student and the student's family understands that:

1.        The parent and/or student is financially responsible for loss, damage or theft of equipment. In the event of loss, theft or damage to this equipment, the parent and/or student will contact their school’s main office as soon as possible to report the event.

2.        The computer is and shall remain the property of the North Schuylkill School District. North Schuylkill Chromebooks must be used for school related activities ONLY. Use of Chromebooks is subject to the laws of Pennsylvania, North Schuylkill School Board Policies, District administrative regulations, rules, practices, and protocols.

3.        North Schuylkill reserves the right to demand the immediate return of the equipment at any time. Technology must only be used by North Schuylkill students. The District reserves the right to file legal action against the parent/guardian and/or student for failure to timely return Chromebook or associated equipment including for replacement costs.

Student Name:        Chromebook Name:

Printed Parent/Guardian Name

Signature of Parent/Guardian                Date

ꠛ  By checking this box I acknowledge that I am declining the North Schuylkill School District Chromebook Repair Plan. By declining this plan I assume all financial responsibility for all Chromebook damage.

North Schuylkill School District

Student Repair Plan Fee

The Repair Plan Fee is due 10 days after enrolling in the District or receiving your Chromebook. If the fee is not paid by the due date, you agree to be financially responsible for all repair and/or replacement costs to the Chromebook.

Financial Hardships:

If the technology fee creates a financial hardship on the student or parent, please contact the District Office about payment options.

Office Use Only

Student Name:        Chromebook Name:

Parent Name:___________________________

Payment Type: ꪛCheck(Payable to North Schuylkill School District)# _____  ꠛMoney Order   ꠛCash

                                        Payment Date: ______________

                                        Received By: ________________