Appropriate Use of MLTI iBooks
•The use of the laptop may only be for educational purposes.
•Parents will oversee and monitor the use and care of the laptop while at home.
•Any unauthorized software that is downloaded and/or installed that causes damage to the laptop maybe subject to disciplinary action.
•Student will refrain from using any unauthorized chat (i.e. AOL Instant Messenger, Yahoo Chat, Teen Chat Sites, etc.).
•Student will refrain from using any web-based email accounts. The student is only permitted to use First Class for email.
•The student will refrain from using any social networking websites like Facebook or MySpace.
•The student understands that their web browsing history is available to all teachers and staff.
•The student will not erase the history on any web browsers. In doing so, the student will automatically have their laptop privileges suspended in some way.
•The student understands that the staff and their teachers have the ability to observe what the student is doing on their laptop any time while
in this building. The student will not make any effort to prevent that observation.
•The student understands that it is in their best interest to have a secure/strong password. A secure password has a combination of numbers, letters, capitalization and/or symbols and is at least 8 characters long. An example may be R3dS0xF@n. This is the phrase, Red Sox Fan with
numbers and symbols replacing the vowels. The student might consider using something like this as a “root” password and then adding suffixes to
help them to remember their password. For example: R3dS0xF@nFC would be for First Class, R3dS0xF@nIC would be for Infinite Campus, etc.
•The student will adhere to the MSAD 61 Acceptable Use Policy.
Physical Care & Expectations for the MLTI iBooks
•The student will exhibit care appropriate for an expensive piece of equipment.
•The student will refrain from eating or drinking around the computer.
•The student will never leave the laptop unsecured or unattended between school and home. The laptop may not be used on the school bus.
•The student and parent will find a safe place for the the laptop to be used and plugged in when the laptop is at home. Neither the laptop or the charger should be left unattended.
•The student will return the laptop to school fully charged on the following school day. If the MLTI iBook battery is not charged, the student should report to Room 116 and ask to have their battery replaced with a charged battery.
•The laptop should be stored in a dry, safe place and should not be left in a room or car that has extreme cold or hot temperatures.
•The student will store the laptop in its case when not in use and will carry the laptop around only stored in the case. Please use appropriate care when inserting the laptop into the case and only insert it from the “port” side. The laptop should not be plugged in when it is stored in the case.
•Any loss/theft/damage of the computer will be reported to the school as soon as possible.
•Please do not clean the laptops with home cleaners. Students may bring their laptops into Room 116 to have them cleaned and appropriate cleaning supplies will be made available to the students on their respective teams throughout the year.
•Students should remember to come to Room 116 as soon as you experience a problem so that we can ensure that a small problem does not become a bigger more expensive problem. Students may use their First Class email accounts and send an email to MLTI Service to report any problems with their laptops.
•The cards in the laptop case should stay in the case at all times and serve as a reminder of the district’s policy regarding the care and use of the MLTI iBook. The laptop and laptop charger have labels on them that should not be removed. If a label is accidentally removed, the student should come to Room 116 for replacement labels.
•The bezel bumpers and feet on the laptop have been removed or fallen off in some cases. We have made an effort to replace these and ask that the student see Mr. Palmer or Mrs. Powers if they need to be replaced.
•When in doubt, ask a teacher, Mr. Palmer or Mrs. Powers if you are unsure of a specific care issue with the MLTI laptop.
•There is a $100 deductible for any accidental damage to the MLTI laptop to be paid to MSAD 61. The state of Maine will expect full replacement cost reimbursement for any malicious or intentional damage to the MLTI laptop
Caring for Your Computer
Take good care of your computer and it will take care of you!
The MacBook is well built and is a great tool for learning, but it is not a toy!
Remember it is still a computer and like any piece of electronic equipment, it needs to be treated with a certain level of care. There are several things you can do to ensure your computer’s operation and offer yourself a trouble-free and rewarding experience.
1) It is portable and you can take it everywhere.
One of the best features of your MacBook is the fact that it is portable. It enables you to take your homework, reports, presentations, games and music wherever you go. When transporting your computer, there are a few simple things you can do to protect it.
Set up your computer on a stable work surface.
Keep your computer away from sources of liquids, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on.
Protect your computer from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and fog.
Leave your MacBook in a safe place when you are not using it.
Keep sand and water away from the computer. As portable as the MacBook is, please don’t take it to the beach.
Do not subject your computer to extreme heat or cold.
Leaving it in an unventilated car or in the sun may damage the computer.
If your machine has been exposed to cold conditions for an extended period of time, let it warm up to room temparature before you use it.
Do not eat or drink while using your computer.
Close the lid of your computer before carrying it from one location to another. This ensures all mechanical and moving parts are not damaged during transit. Moving the computer with the lid open also makes it more difficult to handle.
2) Remember, it is fun to use and it is a computer.
Close the computer carefully - from center of screen - don’t slam the LCD shut!
Be careful not to leave pencils or pens on your keyboard when closing your MacBook.
Do not use your computer as a folder to store papers.
Use the computer on a flat, hard, stable surface.
Do not insert things, especially metal, into any openings of on your MacBook.
Be Patient! Sometimes computers need to take a few seconds to think - so don’t start pounding on the keys if response is not immediate.
Plug-in your computer when you get home from school so that your battery is fully charged for the next day.
Remember, hard drives do not like to be bounced around and screens will break if enough pressure is applied to them.
3) Cleaning
Please see a teacher or other staff member for help with cleaning your Macbook.
4) Cables
Cables should be lined up straight with the connecter when inserting and removing. Be sure to grasp the plug, not the cord, and pull it straight out when disconnecting.
If your battery isn’t charging, do not wiggle the power cord back and forth. Try removing it and inserting it again. If it still doesn’t work contact your school's MLTI support person.
Be careful not to jerk the computer around when cables are attached.
Be conscious of where your MagSafe Power Adapter is plugged into the wall to avoid tripping over it and ultimately damaging the machine.
5) Theft and breakage
Theft and breakage could become issues if proper precautions are not taken. Your school has or will develop policies to ensure proper use and care of computers. Be sure you familiarize yourself with your school policies before assuming responsibility for a MacBook.
The Apple warranty or extended coverage will provide coverage for defects in materials and workmanship. However, damage resulting from any external cause, such as an accidental drop or spill, is not covered by Apple’s warranty. Please refer to your school’s policy to report and handle these types of damage.
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