Students should follow these reminders for proper use and care of their CPS Chromebook device.
Charging Battery
Students in grades 4th - 12th will be responsible for charging their devices each evening for use at school daily. Chargers should be left at home.
Storing & Transporting Chromebooks
- Store Chromebook in a safe place at home where it cannot be stepped on or knocked over.
- Students must safely transport the device.
- Students should always handle the Chromebook with clean hands and place it on a flat surface.
Proper Use of Chromebooks
- Avoid touching the screen with your fingers or any other object.
- Avoid placing anything on the keyboard, including paper and pencils between the screen and keyboard.
- Keep all foods, drinks, and pets away from the Chromebook.
- Avoid pushing the screen back too far or picking up the Chromebook by the screen.
- Insert cords, cables, and removable storage devices (i.e. thumb drives) carefully.
- The CPS Chromebook is for your use only to support instruction. Keep your username and password safe!
- Decorating the Chromebook is not permitted; please ensure the asset tag remains on the device.
- If the Chromebook becomes damaged, lost, or stolen, please notify your teacher. Parents will be responsible for damages and will be assessed accordingly.
Cleaning Instructions
- Be sure the device is powered off before cleaning.
- Moisten a microfiber cloth with a mixture of 70% isopropyl alcohol and 30% water. Isopropyl alcohol is sold in most stores. It may also be marketed as rubbing alcohol.
- Do not use fibrous materials, such as paper towels or toilet paper. The cloth should be moist, but not dripping wet.
- Do not spray any liquids directly onto the device.
- Use under adult supervision.