Question | Answer |
I forgot my laptop at home, what do I do? | Borrow from the school library - while supplies last.
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What is tech-for-tech? | Give a personal device as a trade for a borrowed school laptop.
| My laptop is dead or has a low battery at school, what should I do? | Make sure you have your charge cord and it is up to the teacher if you are permitted to charge your laptop.
| Should I shut down my laptop after every class? | No put your device in standby or hibernate mode to provide faster startup. Shut down at the end of the day.
| My laptop is dusty or has fingerprints, how do I clean it? | Never use liquids only a lint free, anti-static cloth.
| My laptop needs repaired, who can help me? | There will be a student run helpdesk. Please see them as soon as possible with teacher permission. Only DCTS should be repairing your laptop.
| I go to sports practice right after school, where should I secure my laptop? | Use the locker room lockers and have a lock available at all times.
| I am withdrawing from DCTS, do I need to return my laptop? What happens if I do not return it? | YES within 24 hours of withdrawing. Failure to return will result in full payment of the laptop, disciplinary action and/or legal action.
| I have a file on my laptop that I don't use, but it was there from day 1, can I delete it? | No it could interfere with the functionality of the laptop. If you are concerned speak with a teacher.
| I do not have internet at home, will I still be able to work online with my DCTS laptop? Are there free WIFI locations near me? | No you will need to get home internet (Comcast has a plan) or use the free wireless hotspots in your area.
| I have personal files on my computer, are they safe if DCTS searches my computer? | The laptop is property of DCTS and can be searched at any time for any reason. There is no right or expectation of privacy on the school issued laptop.
| What is one-to-one computing? | A concept where every student will have a device to use at school and at home to promote 21st century learning.
| How will I know the rules for each classroom? | Each teacher will post/discuss a set of rules that works for their classroom.
| There is a label on my laptop, am I able to remove it? | No this label identifies that this laptop is yours and property of DCTS.
| What three items will be issued to each student? | Laptop Computer, AC Adaptor and Power Cord, and Carrying Case. |