1:1 Q&A

Every school has an inventory of devices to replace broken devices and assign to new students

• The expectation is that Chromebook are brought to school every day charged and ready to learn.
• Lenders are provided at each school at the discretion of school administration

• All devices are covered by accidental damage protection
• Replacement devices are provided at every school
  • WHS and Chapman students should visit our Edtech Helpdesk at their respective school.

• Loss and intentional damage is not covered by our accidental damage protection warranty
• Report loss to building administration as soon as possible
• Loss and theft of Chromebooks and chargers will incur the following fees:

$275 Chromebook ($40 charger)

$400 iPad ($50 charger)

• Fees must be paid before a replacement device will be provided and loaners are only available while devices are being repaired. Fees are added to student obligations and will be required before students can transfer or graduate.

• There are no mandatory fees to enroll in the program or for accidental damage through normal use.
• Damage or loss of the Chromebook or charger as a result of improper use could result in disciplinary action, fees, or both at the discretion of the administration. See Chromebook Agreement

Yes, we highly recommend that everyone purchase a protective and water resistant case for your new Chromebook and have it with you when picking up the device.

Students receive either an HP or Dell Chromebook and should check current model for case compatibility.

• Laptop Sleeve
• Backpack

Yes, every student is assigned a device that should be charged and brought back and forth to school every day. Equity includes opportunities outside the school day.

• Students without home access to high-quality broadband connectivity are at a disadvantage, unable to realize the full power of digital learning. WPS is committed to finding ways to help promote Digital Equity for all our students and recommend the following resources for low cost broadband internet.
  • Comcast Affordable Internet (9.95/mo)
  • EveryoneOn is a national nonprofit that creates social and economic opportunity by connecting everyone to the internet.
• All Weymouth Public Libraries have WiFi access, the Teen Center provides WiFi for patrons, and many local coffee shops provide free WiFi to community members

Yes, all devices will comply with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) SEE AUP

There is currently no option to opt out of the program.

We do not support personal devices.