iPad Damage
The iPad belongs to you. True or False
False. You are leasing the device, or borrowing it for a fee. It belongs to The Prairie School.
I can have my iPad out to play games in the hallways, at lunch or at recess. True or false
False. You may only have it out in class when instructed to do so by a teacher.
What types of information can you include in emails sent from your school account?
Only information that is related to school assignments may be sent through your school email address.
Since you are at home and out of school, it is ok to send a mean text, email or message on social media. True or False
False. If this happens, show your parent immediately so that they can help you deal with the situation. You can also block that person from sending you future messages.
What do you need to do with your iPad each day before you leave the building?
Plugin my iPad in my advisor's room.
iPad insurance will cover what types of damage to the device?
glass breaks or cracks, malfunctioning buttons, cracked or broken covers, etc.
If I am working in a group, I can use any of my group members' iPads if I want. True or false
False. Never use another's iPad unless instructed to do so by a teacher.
When communicating digitally, you are expected to _______________ and be _____________.
use appropriate language; kind
If someone is mean to you online, how should you respond?
You should not return a mean message with a mean message. It can give you a bad reputation. You could block or ignore them. Always tell a trusted adult if this happens.
I can decide when I will take my iPad home. True or False
False. A teacher will instruct you to take home your iPad if it is needed for an assignment. An email will also be sent to your parents.
Insurance will cover my iPad if it is lost or stolen. True or False
False. The first instance of a lost or stolen device will cost the family $200.
Which apps are allowed on your iPad?
Only those requested and approved by a teacher.
It would be super fun to use another person's iPad to send messages to my classmates. True or False
False. Doing so will cause you to lose tech privileges, your parents will be called in you will have to apologize to all the people involved. You should never pretend to be someone else.
You know that another student is receiving mean messages at school or at home. They are afraid to tell anyone because they do not want to make the situation worse. What can you do?
Be an upstander. Report what you know to an adult. You can do it anonymously or in person.
You are bored in class. You decide to take out your iPad and take pictures and videos of people. This is ok, right?
No. It is not, for several reasons. You should always ask permission to take videos and photos of others. It shows respect for their privacy. Also, you should not have your iPad out without permission from a teacher. Third, the photos and video are not part of a school assignment, so you should not be taking them.
What happens if your iPad is lost or stolen a second time?
My family will be charged $425 to replace the device.
When is it ok to listen to music in class on your iPad?
Only when a teacher gives you permission.
What should you do if you are using your iPad or a computer and an app or site ask for your personal information?
Do not give out your information. Tell a teacher right away.
Someone has sent you an email from an address that does not end in .prairieschool.com. What should you do?
Do not open the email. Show your teacher or take it to the tech desk immediately.
You are bored in Flex and need something to do. Is it ok to take out your iPad and play some games?
No. iPads are not to be used for Internet games. You can be blocked from the site and/or a teacher will remove your privileges and your iPad can be taken away.
What should you do if your device is damaged, lost or stolen?
Take it to the tech desk in the SRC immediately.
What do you need to do each morning before going to your first class?
Pick up my iPad from my advisor's room.
What should you do if someone sends you an inappropriate email or other messages?
Tell a teacher right away, block them, tell them to stop. Do not delete it until a teacher has seen it.
You are super excited to be going to The Prairie School. You post it on all of your social media accounts, along with our start date and a list of new friends you have met. Is this a good idea? Yes or No
No. Never post personal information about yourself or others on the Internet.
You iPad can be a great learning tool. What are some awesome apps or sites that you might use to complete a school project or presentation?
Any app or site is acceptable.