Classroom+Management

iPad Classroom Management & More
The iPad is school property of Branford Public Schools. Students are responsible for the general care of the iPad they have been issued by the school. iPads that are broken or fail to work properly must be taken as soon as possible to the WIS Technology Department for an evaluation of the equipment.
 * CARE OF THE IPAD **


 * General Precautions **
 * Only use a clean, soft, **dry** cloth to clean the screen. Do not use cleansers of any type.
 * Cords and cables must be inserted carefully into the iPad to prevent damage.
 * iPad must remain free of any writing, drawing, stickers, or labels that are not the property of the BPS. If students use “skins” or cases to personalize their iPads they must not take off any Corporation labels.
 * iPads must never be left in an unlocked locker, unlocked car, or any unsupervised area.
 * Students are responsible for keeping their iPad’s battery charged for school each day.
 * Cameras/video tools should only be used appropriately.
 * Protect iPads from exposure to any liquid (rain, drinks, cleansers, etc.)

If students leave their iPad at home, they are responsible for getting the course work completed as if they had their iPad present. Loaner iPads may be issued from the Technology Department to students when their iPads are being repaired. There may be a delay in getting an iPad should the school not have enough to loan. Inappropriate media may not be used as a screensaver or background photo. Inappropriate media includes but is not limited to the presence of guns, weapons, pornographic materials, inappropriate language, alcohol, drugs, tobacco, and gang-related symbols or pictures and will result in disciplinary actions. Sound must be muted at all times unless permission is obtained from the teacher for instructional purposes. Music and games are allowed on the iPad and can be used at the discretion of the teacher. All software, Apps, and music must be school appropriate. Personal media may be deleted by school representatives if it utilizes too much storage.
 * iPad Care **
 * It is required that the iPad be in a protective case when carried and not in use.
 * Backpacks that hold other objects (such as folders and textbooks), should not be used to carry iPads to avoid placing too much pressure and weight on the iPad screen
 * Do not lean on the top of the iPad when it is closed.
 * Do not place anything in the carrying case that will press against the cover.
 * Clean the screen with a soft, dry cloth or anti-static cloth.
 * Do not “bump” the iPad against lockers, walls, car doors, floors, etc.
 * USING YOUR IPAD AT SCHOOL **
 * iPads Left at Home **
 * iPad Undergoing Repair **
 * Screen Savers/Background Photos **
 * Sound, Music, Games, or Programs **
 * More**
 * What's New in iOS 6**

Tips & Tricks
You don't need to be a rocket scientist to use the iPad. But it's still nice to have a helping hand once in a while.   