UPDATED APS BOARD POLICY

  • In January 2023, the APS board adopted a new policy around technology devices in the district.

    Please be aware of these changes as we prepare for the upcoming school year:

    • Students may be charged for replacement/ repair costs due to loss or abuse of school system property, including, but not limited to, textbooks, library books, media materials, musical instruments, technology, or athletic equipment.
    • Parental and student contracts for the use and return of devices (must be issued and signed before a device is issued)
    • A replacement fee payment is required after the loss of the second device.
    • Students are responsible for the reasonable care and return of district-issued devices and accessories; returned devices should be in good working order.
    • The school system shall not withhold any student| record because of nonpayment of fees.
      However, the school system may withhold diplomas, certificates of progress, report cards, and other awards until all fees, fines, and charges are paid.

END-OF-YEAR DEVICE COLLECTION

  • The APS technology team will work with your school to collect ALL student devices this year with the exception of returning AVA students. Returning AVA students for the 2024-25 school year may keep their devices through the summer. Returning AVA students should contact AVA's main office to schedule a time with a field technician before June 1, 2024 for a device checkup. Please make sure your students return their devices before the last day of school on May 24, 2024

STUDENT DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP TRAINING

  • All students must complete a short, interactive training course to teach them how to take care of their APS-issued devices and precautions to keep them safe while using them. The training will also show the students what to do should they lose or damage their device. Please ensure that your students take proper care of their devices and do not remove the protective cases, as this will void the warranty.

REQUESTED SUPPLEMENTAL DEVICE INSURANCE

  • APS student devices are purchased with accidental damage and theft insurance coverage and we have negotiated additional device insurance on the behalf of those who choose it through "Safeware" for $24.91 per device (per year).

     

STUDENT DEVICE USER AGREEMENT

  • Beginning August 2024, all students and parents must sign a device user agreement. The agreement will allow parents to opt in or opt out of receiving a device for use at home.

    Please note: if you opt out, your child will still have access to a device while in school. Students choosing to opt in will be able to take their devices home. The student device user agreement will be available electronically June 2024.