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Student Devices and Support

Student Devices and Support

The Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation is a 1:1 Computing District

All Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation (MVCSC) students and staff have been immersed in a technology-rich environment with individual computer devices since fall of 2015.  The 1:1 Digital Learning Initiative (one computer device to one student/staff) is a tool to motivate, engage, and challenge students to learn 21st century skills that will be an integral part of virtually every aspect of their daily lives.  

Kindergarten through 12th Grade -  Students will be provided a Dell Chromebook. Students are responsible for charging their Chromebooks each night and bringing a fully charged Chromebook to school.

Technology Support 

Parents may submit technology help desk tickets by emailing mv-helpdesk@mvcsc.k12.in.us.  In this email, please include all relevant information such as:

  • Student Name
  • Student Building
  • Detailed description of issue

 

Technology Support Email:  mv-helpdesk@mvcsc.k12.in.us

Chromebook Protection Plan Information

WITH Chromebook Premium
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By paying the $25 Chromebook Premium you protect your child's device from ANY accidental damage that make occur during the school year.

Common Damages:

  • Dropped / knocked off devices (Screen and Shell Damage)
  • Shutting the screen on a pencil (Screen Damage)
  • Water damage (Internal damage)
  • Charging issues (Internal Damage)

The premium protects against TWO accidental damages per year. Those elementary students with the older model Chromebook who have a damage will receive a replacement with no cost by paying for the premium.

WITHOUT Chromebook Premium
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If you choose not to pay the $25 premium you will be held responsible for any and all damage to the device. The cost the repairs will be determined by our repair company. See below for common damages and the fees (parts and labor) for repair.

  • Screen Damage - Minimum $145
  • Trackpad Damage - Minimum $50
  • Laptop Shell Damage - Minimum $48
  • Total Device Replacement (Unable to be repaired) - $275

Those elementary students who still have the older model Chromebook will have a flat $25 charge for any damage and will receive a like model functional Chromebook.

Other Chromebook Related Reminders

  • The premium plan does not cover charger damage or loss. Any damage to a charger or if the charger is lost it will incur a $40 fee.
  • Chromebook damage deemed intentional, is not covered with the premium and families will pay the full repair price.
  • All students must keep the district-issued Chromebook case on their device at all times. If a student is found without the case on their Chromebook, a replacement case will be provided at a cost of $25.
  • If a family has purchased the premium plan and a student damages the device while not using the case, the premium plan becomes null and void, and the family will be responsible for the full repair cost.

 

 

Common Sense Media

All MVCSC schools are Certified Common Sense Media schools. This resource provides parents safe and useful technology tools. Common Sense is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. They empower parents, teachers, and policymakers by providing unbiased information, trusted advice, and innovative tools to help them harness the power of media and technology as a positive force in all kids’ lives. Visit common sense media for more information.