Student Computer Program (1:1) Overview

The purpose of our 1:1 initiative is to put current technology into the hands of all students to enhance, personalize, and accelerate the rigor of our academic program. The Putnam County R-I School District purchases and owns and distributes them to students to use for educational purposes during the academic year. Grades 6-12 may also be required to take the computers home to complete their studies and classroom assignments. Whenever students leave our school district, as well as at the end of the school year, the Chromebooks are collected, inspected, updated, and maintained by school district technology staff.

Chromebooks will be assigned to incoming 5th graders, freshmen, and to transfer students for the entirety of their careers at Putnam County R-I. Students are responsible for ensuring the care of the equipment entrusted to them. Students will receive a computer and a charger.

Parents and students should carefully review the Family Responsibilities Section of this document. For grades 6-12 there is a non-optional insurance premium that must be paid to insure the computer against damages. All fees are outlined on page 2.

We hope to make our 1:1 Initiative a success through collaboration among parents, educators, and students. The use of Chromebooks for teaching and learning in Putnam County Schools is an immense opportunity to accelerate the learning for all of our students and to enhance an already strong academic program. We look forward to opening communication and to a robust partnership among our community members, parents, students and staff in support of 1:1.

Troubleshooting Tip:

If you are having issues, or your Chromebook is locked up, hold the power button for 30 seconds and then try to power it back on.