1:1 Technology

The School City of Hobart is 1:1 district-wide.  This means that each student is issued a device with which they will receive differentiated instruction through a wide variety of programs.  Students in Kindergarten are assigned iPads, which are kept locked in classroom carts for daily use.  Students in grades 1-12 are assigned Chromebooks, which are carried with the students and taken home at the end of the school day.  All students with Chromebooks are expected to bring their assigned devices with them to school each day for classroom/instructional use.

Students at the School City of Hobart will use technology to develop skills in critical thinking and collaboration.  Technology should be used as a productivity tool to reach learning goals.  When using technology in social media, it should be used in a healthy way that fosters collaboration and community, helping others, and learning.  Students will learn to be responsible digital citizens who consider each post and publication they put online, and they will learn to discern information in the vast pool available to them.

Why 1:1 Technology?

1:1 technology provides a wealth of benefits to students.  From access to educational resources and information to collaborative opportunities without distance restrictions, students are able to learn and participate in a global network of peers, educators and professionals.  Differentiated learning provides students with the ability to learn at their own level, in their own style, and at their own pace.  It can provide students with individualized learning through adaptive technology (like Khan Academy) that continues to reinforce and strengthen skills.  As students prepare for the future, they will look to colleges and the work force, both of which are immersed in technology.  Students must be able to not only use technology, but use it responsibly and effectively in order to be competitive.

Chromebook Insurance

Chromebook insurance is covered by a third-party insurance group Worth Ave. Group.  The insurance covers accidental damage (drops, spills, cracked screens), standard perils (fire, flood, natural disasters), and theft.  This covers the device and power cable of the ORIGINAL device that was issued to the student.  A claim will be completed by the school in the event of damage and information MUST be provided, including what happened to the device and when, WITHIN 90 days of the damage.  Failure to provide detailed information or to make a claim within 90 days may result in the claim being denied and the student/parent being charged for repair costs.

In the event of damage, students will be provided with loaner chromebooks so that they can continue their schoolwork.  Any damage done to a loaner chromebook will be the responsibility of the student and invoices will be sent home to cover the cost of repairs.  The original, insured chromebook will be returned to the student once the repair is complete.  This usually takes 1-2 weeks.