Digital Learning

The initial distribution of student devices will occur in January/February 2017. See the schedule at the bottom of this page. Students will return the assigned devices to the schools at the end of each school year for maintenance. The same device will be returned to each student at the beginning of the next school year.

The 2016-17 purchase of student devices for the Digital Learning Initiative has been fully funded by these organizations:

• Jackson County Board of Commissioners
• Golden Leaf Foundation Grant
• Blue Ridge Education Foundation Grant

JCPS and our funding partners have made provisions for every student at the participating schools to receive a digital learning device. If a parent/guardian chooses to deny their child from receiving a device, the parent/guardian should meet with school administration to express their concerns.

Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e, 3rd Generation.
Intel Celeron N3150
11.6" 1366 x 768 Multitouch Screen
4GB RAM; 128GB SSD
Windows 10 Enterprise

Yes. The device is specifically designed for school environments. It is rugged and built to military specifications.

No. Cases will not be provided for the digital learning devices. Students may purchase their own case or sleeve, or they can keep their assigned device in a backpack. Students are responsible to transport their assigned device in a safe and secure manner.

No. The digital learning devices will not be setup to print at school or at home. If a student needs to print a document, he/she should save the document to their OneDrive or an external storage device and open it on a computer that has printing capabilities.

Not for students who take their device home. Only "day-users" will store their device at school. Students who are assigned a device for 24/7 use must keep their device safe and secure at all times. Each student is responsible for the security and condition of their assigned device.

Yes, for the duration of the device's life or refresh cycle. Each student will be assigned a single device for a period of three to four school years. Devices will be collected from students at the end of each school year, and each student will receive the same assigned device at the beginning of the next school year. As long as sufficient funding is available to support the Digital Learning Initiative, each student in grades 9-12 (7-12 at BREC) will be assigned a new device at the end of the three to four year "refresh cycle."

If a student's assigned device becomes inoperable for any reason, the student will be assigned a replacement device that may be new or repurposed. If the originally-assigned device becomes inoperable due to intentional damage, abuse, or neglect, the student may be subject to usage restrictions or loss of 24/7 access.

The expected usable life of each student device is three to four years. As long as sufficient funding is available to support the Digital Learning Initiative, each student in grades 9-12 (7-12 at BREC) will be assigned a new device at the end of the three to four year "refresh cycle." If sufficient funding is not available, the refresh cycle may be as much as five years or more.

A limited number of loaner devices will be available at each school for students who have no device or whose assigned device is malfunctioning or inoperable. Students should not assume that a loaner device will be available.

Yes. Each student device is preloaded with Windows 10 Enterprise Edition and Microsoft Office 2016. Additional software such as web browsers and other commonly used utility programs are available for students to download and install on their own as needed. A link to the self-service "Software Center" is on the desktop of each student device.

Yes. The student devices will have Internet content filtering regardless of their physical location. However, no filtering solution is 100% perfect. Parents/guardians should always monitor their child's Internet browsing activity.

Yes. Students have the ability to connect to the Internet wherever access is available. The student devices are capable of connecting to the Internet with a wireless or Ethernet connection.

Each digital learning device is assigned to one student for instructional purposes only. Usage by anyone other than the student to whom the device is assigned is a violation of the Student Device User Agreement and may result in restrictions or the loss of 24/7 access.

The JCPS Technology Department is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the digital learning devices. No repair attempt should be made by any student or a student's parent, guardian, family, friends, acquaintances, or any business or organization other than JCPS and its designated contractors. Such attempts will be considered vandalism.

No. All maintenance and repairs must be performed by JCPS staff or designated contractors. A repair attempt by any other party will considered vandalism and will void the JCPS Accidental Damage Coverage.

The annual premium for JCPS Accidental Damage Coverage is $40 per school year.

No. JCPS accidental damage coverage is a self-sustaining service provided as a convenience for parents/guardians. Due to the low annual premium, the cost cannot be discounted for multiple students.

A "personal device" is any electronic device that is brought to school by a student but is not owned by JCPS. This includes laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and all other types of digital devices.

Each individual school determines whether or not students are permitted to bring their own personal device and use it along with or in place of a school-assigned device. In schools that permit students to use their own device, each teacher is allowed to determine if and when it is appropriate for personal devices (e.g. laptop, tablet, phone) to be used in their classroom or learning environment. While class is in session, personal devices should only be used for instructional purposes to support educational activities as directed by the classroom teacher. The use of personal devices must not disrupt the learning of others.

No. School personnel will not repair, troubleshoot, or provide technical support in any way for a student's personal device. Students are solely responsible for the repair and maintenance of their personal devices. JCPS assumes no responsibility or liability for damaged, stolen, or inoperable personal devices or the data on those devices.

Yes. Each teacher can allow or prohibit the use of personal devices in their own classroom or instructional area. The use of personal devices is only an option, and it is not guaranteed for every classroom environment or situation.

Yes. All applicable JCPS and school policies including the Technology Responsible Use and Internet Safety policies remain in effect even when a student is using his/her own personal device. Violating the terms of a JCPS or school policy would be a student code of conduct violation and would be dealt with on campus by a local school administrator.

JCPS assumes no responsibility or liability for any personal device. However, theft or vandalism should be reported to school administration immediately. Students who bring personal devices to school should maintain a complete record of their devices with descriptions and serial numbers.

When the device is powered on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other parts of the device may become hot. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could cause discomfort or even a skin burn. Avoid keeping your hands, your lap, or any other part of your body in contact with a hot section of the computer for an extended time.

When the power adapter is connected to the device and to an electrical outlet, it generates heat. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, may cause a skin burn. Do not place the power adapter in contact with any part of your body while it is in use.

To avoid spills and the danger of electrical shock, keep liquids away from your computer.

Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push, or place heavy objects on top of the device.

Carry the device in a book bag, case, or sleeve that provides adequate cushioning and protection. Do not carry the device in a tightly packed suitcase or bag. Before putting the device in any type of carrying case, make sure the device is off, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. Do not put the device in a carrying case while it is powered on.