The Universal Academy of Pittsburgh is committed to ensuring that every student in First through Eighth grade has access to the necessary technology to support their daily leaning. We offer two options for Chromebook usage:

1- School-Issued Chromebook Loan:
Families may choose to borrow a Chromebook provided by the school for a deposit of $200 to be refunded upon the satisfactory return of the laptop and charger to the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh. If you wish to borrow a school-issued Chromebook, please sign the “Acceptable use policies and student responsibilities form” outlined at the end of this document.

2-Parent/Guardian-Provided Chromebook:
Alternatively, families may opt to provide their own Chromebook for their child's use. If you choose this option, please sign the “Acceptable use policies and student responsibilities form” outlined here. Please ensure that the device meets the following specifications:

•Operating System: Chrome OS or a compatible version.
•Screen Size: At least 11 inches.
•Keyboard: Full-sized with functional keys.
•Battery Life: Minimum of 8 hours to last the school day.​

In the event a student does not bring a device, has a defective device, or has not paid the deposit for a school-issued Chromebook, the school will lend a Chromebook to the student. Please note the following:​

• A $200 deposit fee will be added to the student’s TADS billing account upon lending the device.​

• The student may keep the loaned Chromebook until they secure another device or choose to return it.​

• Upon returning the Chromebook in good condition, the $200 deposit will be refunded to the student’s TADS account.​

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CHROMEBOOK LOAN AGREEMENT
The Universal Academy of Pittsburgh is loaning your student one Chromebook and one charger in an excellent working condition. The Chromebook is, and remains at all times, the property of the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh, and is loaned to the student for educational purposes only, in accordance with the school’s Acceptable Use Policies, and Student Responsibilities outlined at the end of this agreement.
 
It is the student’s responsibility to protect and safeguard the school property, and to return the device in a good working condition upon request by the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh. If the student leaves or withdraws from the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh, the device and original charger must be returned prior to departure.
 
Students should have no expectation of privacy regarding the contents of electronic files on or communications using the school owned devices. The school reserves the right to examine, inspect and/or access any and all files and information stored on school owned devices at any time.
 
The Universal Academy of Pittsburgh network is provided for the academic use of all students. The student agrees to take no action that would harm or interfere with the effective academic use of the school network.
 
Labels identifying the student and school have been placed on the Chromebook. No other stickers, labels, markings, or tags of any kind are to be added to the laptop. Students should not, under any circumstances, provide their identifiable information to others and should take all reasonable precautions to prevent others from using their passwords and information.
 
Theft of a Chromebook will be considered a violation of student conduct, and thus be subject to disciplinary action and forfeiting the deposit.
The parent/guardian acknowledges and agrees to pay the Chromebook Deposit of $200, to be refunded upon the satisfactory return of the laptop and charger to the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh.

Chromebook Acceptable Use Policies and Student ResponsibilitiesYour Chromebook is an important learning tool, and its use is a privilege, and provided only for educational purposes. As a user of the Chromebook at the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh, the student accepts the following responsibilities:

• The student will bring the Chromebook to school each day. The Chromebook will be charged and ready for use.

• The student will abide by and understands that digital citizenship includes the responsible use of social media and other websites, and general adherence to school policies and procedures.

• The student understands that school filters are in place while on campus and connected to the school network, limiting access to materials that may be considered harmful to children.

• The student will treat the Chromebook with care by NOT dropping it, getting it wet, leaving it outdoors or in an unsafe area, or submitting the device to extreme conditions/temperatures.

• The student will not lend the Chromebook to anyone, not even friends and/or family members; it will be kept in a secure place at all times.

• The student will not delete or alter school owned programs or files from the Chromebook.

• The student will not add software or Apps from a personal account, or add programs not authorized by the school.

• The student will not leave the Chromebook unattended while in use (For example: using the restroom, talking with friends.)

• The student will agree that any electronic communications should be used for legitimate, educational, appropriate, and responsible reasons.

• The student will keep all passwords, personal identifications, and accounts secure and will not share or provide the information to others.

• The student will not attempt to repair the Chromebook and will follow school procedures requesting assistance.

• The student will return the Chromebook whenever requested and specifically upon withdrawal or departure from the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh.

• The student will pay an overdue fine of $10.00/day if he/she fails to return the Chromebook to the school on the date agreed upon.

• The student will abide by and comply with any parental restrictions on their child’s use of the internet or Chromebook during non-school hours. The student is responsible for complying with the parents’ or guardians’ instructions.

• The family will agree that the Universal Academy of Pittsburgh may use any appropriate means to collect the amount owed for fines, damage, loss, or theft.

• The family will agree that unpaid fines will be applied to their child’s school account and will prevent the issuing of official transcripts in the event of failure to pay the assessed fine.

 
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