BYOT Student Meeting

McCants Middle School

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Allowed Device Types: Any device that is Wi-Fi Capable

Electronic Devices

We are not requiring any student to have a device.

Overview

If a child cannot provide a device they will not be left out.

If a student doesn't have their own technology, they will be able to work in groups with one device.

Equity Issue

Decreases cost of supplying technologyBroadens learning beyond the classroomTakes advantage of teachable momentsIncreases interestAccess information and toolsPrepares students for higher education and tomorrow’s workplace

Why BYOT?

Access current references and information (Atlas, Almanac, Dictionary, Thesaurus, Weather, Current events, Translator, etc.)

Take and share notes; access notes from web pagesAccess teacher & content websitesOrganization – calendar/ files/ assignments, etc.Student and teacher collaborationDocument labs; take surveysStudy aideMuch more

How will the devices be used?

Students are responsible to safeguard, supervise and secure their devices.

Students are expected to RESPECT the property of others.

Teachers will secure classrooms.The school will handle theft or damage as a discipline matter.

Students will not be required to have other students use their device.

Device Safety/Security Issues

Students must be RESPONSIBLE – same expectation for computer use.

Only School Wi-Fi can be used to access internet (NO cell phone – 3G/4G access allowed). Turn it off!

Wi-Fi has district filter. Teacher may confiscate any device being used

inappropriately. School discipline procedures will be enforced.Teachers will monitor use at all times.

BYOT Use

Teachers have complete control over the use of devices in their classroom.

“DEVICE UP” & “DEVICE DOWN” Teachers will let students know in advance when

devices can be used in a lesson.Students NOT allowed to use their devices in

common areas: before school, gym, cafeteria, bus room, etc.

Device Rules

Devices can only be used for educational purposes and under the direct supervision of school personnel.

Students are not allowed to use their devices for recreational use.

Ear buds/Headphones must be used at all times.Cell phones are not to be seen outside of the

classroom. This also applies to headphones and ear buds.

Device Rules

Use of any device to bully, harass, or intimidate anyone.

Taking photographs, videos, or audio recordings of another student or teacher without their permission.

Using devices to cheat on assignments or tests.Recording, posting, or transmitting images or videos

of ANYONE unless it is related to an academic assignment AND approved by the teacher.

Social Media is not allowed in school.Use of mobile phones for voice, text, or email

communication.

NOT ALLOWED

Consequences:DetentionIn School SuspensionOut of School SuspensionConfiscated DeviceLoss of the Right to Use a Device at SchoolInternet Privileges Revoked

Inappropriate Use of Electronic Devices

Cyberbullying WILL NOT be tolerated! Cyberbullying is…..spreading rumors, lies, and gossip electronically.embarrassing someone with photos or video.sending threatening or intimidating messages.

MAXIMUM PENALTY = ExpulsionThe administration may also report the

incident to the police.

CyberBullying

The use of any device in school is a privilege, NOT a right! Privileges can

be revoked or lost!

What questions or concerns do you have?