1:1 Device Program
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Every Babylon student receives a district device to support learning in the classroom and beyond. Here's what families and students need to know about receiving, caring for, and using a district device.
At a Glance:
K–2:
Devices stay at school in the classroom.
Devices can be brought home at the parents request.
3–12:
Students take their device home each day.
Devices:
Stay with the student until they leave the district.
Device refreshes are anticipated in 5th and 9th grade.
Agreements:
Each year you agree to the IT policies and procedures when going through the Contact Verification Process.
Please let the IT Department know if you have any questions.
Program Overview
The Babylon Union Free School District is committed to providing students with access to technology that enhances teaching and learning while preparing them for success in college, careers, and life in an increasingly digital world. Through the District's 1:1 Device Program, students are provided with a district-issued device that supports learning both in the classroom and beyond the school day.
Technology is an essential component of modern education and, when used thoughtfully and with purpose, can increase engagement, foster creativity, expand access to resources, and provide opportunities for personalized learning.
Skills Students Develop
District-issued devices provide students with access to instructional resources, online learning platforms, research tools, productivity applications, and collaborative learning environments. These tools help support academic achievement, classroom engagement, and communication between students and teachers.
Receiving & Returning Your Device:
Each device remains the property of the Babylon Union Free School District and is issued to students for educational purposes. Students are responsible for the care, security, and appropriate use of their assigned device throughout the school year.
Getting a device:
New students should anticipate receiving their device on their first day of school. Before a device goes home, a parent or guardian signs the device agreement online through the Parent Portal.
Device refresh:
Devices are replaced on a regular refresh cycle. When it's your turn, you'll receive a new device as it's prepared and return your current one.
Returning a device:
Devices are collected by the District at designated times, including the end of the school year or upon withdrawal from the District. Please return the device with all accessories it was issued with.
Device Care:
A little care goes a long way. Select a topic to see the details.
Everyday care
- Keep food and drinks away from your device, at school and at home.
- Plug in cords and accessories gently to avoid damaging the ports.
- Keep the device free of stickers, writing, and drawings.
- Keep the protective case on at all times.
- Avoid extreme heat, cold, and direct sunlight.
Carrying your device
- Carry the device closed, with the keyboard or cover over the screen (not in tablet mode).
- Keep it in its protective case or the district-issued sleeve.
- Place it in your bag with the screen facing in, against the padded side.
- Keep other items in the bag to a minimum to avoid pressure on the screen.
- Turn the device off before taking it home. Within school, closing it to sleep mode is fine.
Protecting the screen
- Don't lean on the device, whether it's open or closed.
- Don't place anything on or against the device that could press on the screen.
- Check that nothing is on the keyboard, such as a pen, pencil, or USB drive, before closing it.
- Clean the screen only with a soft, dry cloth or an anti-static cloth.
- Never use alcohol-based or household cleaners on the screen.
Charging the battery
- Bring your device to school fully charged every day.
- Charge it each night. A full charge usually lasts the whole school day.
- Put the device to sleep when it's not in use to save battery.
- You may charge at school when it's safe, with cords out of walkways.
Storing your device safely
- Never leave your device unattended in hallways, on floors, or in other public areas.
- Staying after school? Lock your device in your locker.
- Never leave it in a car, where heat, cold, or theft can damage or lose it.
- Don't place anything on top of your device when it's stored.
Using Your Device:
Be ready for class:
Bring your device to school fully charged every day, with sound muted or low. Teachers plan lessons around it, so have it ready when class begins.
Communicate respectfully:
Use school email and collaboration tools for schoolwork only, with appropriate language. Never access another student's account.
Stay safe online:
Devices are filtered at school and at home. District devices and accounts are district property and may be monitored to keep students safe.
Save your work:
Schoolwork saves to your district cloud storage, so you can reach it from any device. Don't store personal or confidential information there.
Protect your account:
Keep your password private and never share it, even with friends. Don't share personal information like your address or phone number online.
Use AI responsibly:
Follow your teacher's guidance on when and how AI tools may be used. Always do your own thinking and be honest about the help you receive.
Repairs & Replacement:
If a device isn't working or is damaged, let us know right away. In most cases, we swap the device so learning isn't interrupted.
- Manufacturer defects are covered by warranty.
- Damage from misuse or carelessness, and lost devices or accessories, may result in a replacement cost.
Procedures & Policies:
The full Student Device Procedures cover care, use, privacy, and responsibilities in detail. Technology use is also guided by Board of Education policy.
