Dell 3110 Student ChromeBooks

Proper care includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Transport devices in a protective sleeve or bag.
• Avoid having food or drinks near devices.
• Protect devices from extreme heat or cold.
• Avoid leaving devices on the floor, or in a location where they can be damaged (i.e. on the edge of a desk,in the cafeteria, near pets).
• Avoid stacking books or other heavy objects on top of the devices.
• Do not loan devices or accessories to other students.
• Devices should not be left unattended or unlocked.
• Devices should not be left in a vehicle.

With privilege comes responsibility. Students are expected to have their Chromebook with them each day while at school. The device should be charged and ready to go for daily use. Student are required to follow the guidelines stated in the AUP form signed by both parent and students prior to receiving their Chromebook at the beginning of the school year.

Tech Support can be found in the Media Center on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Students can also fill out a Work Order request on days tech support is not available. We have a limited supply of Loaners available to students who need them while their Chromebook is in repair. Please make sure to report issues when they happen to ensure a quick fix to the problem. 

https://helpdesk.birmingham.k12.mi.us

lgarbutt@birmingham.k12.mi.us

Lost, stolen or damaged Chromebook chargers are the students responsibility to replace. When replacing a charger, make sure that you are replacing with exact specifications as your origional charger to avoid damage to your Chromebook. 

Here is a link to purchase one from Amazon:

Chromebook 3110 Charger replacement option

Charger Specifications

Online Safety Tips

Parents are encouraged to emphasize the following online rules for children at home:

• Never give out personal information such as address, telephone numbers, parents’ name or work address/telephone number without parent permission.
   
• Have students tell parents right away if they come across something online that makes them feel uncomfortable.Talk about posting pictures of themselves online.
   
• Do not respond to any messages that are mean or make children feel uncomfortable.
   
• Never give out passwords to anyone other than parents.
   
• Follow the rules of digital citizenship, including never posting anything online that hurts others.

Guidelines/Expectations

• Set rules and expectations for computer use at home.
• Expect that screens will be open where you can see them.
• Designate times and locations in the house for computer use.
• Require work to be done in an area where you can check in on your student’s progress.
• Create times when the device can only be used for school work .
• School devices should only be used for school work.

Talk with your child

• About what they are doing online and have them show you what they do and where they go online.
• Talk about social boundaries and sharing too much information online.
• Set expectations for appropriate use and the types of websites and social networks that are appropriate for use at home.