Technology Services

Director of Information Technology:
Lucas Beneke

4852 Reardon Ave. SW
Suite 1800
Cokato, MN 55321
Main (320) 286- 4100 ext. 1884 (Helpdesk)

Systems Administrator, PAC Director:
Tyler Meyer

Information Technology Service Technician:
Joshua Roles

Chromebook Student Agreement

Student Agreement Form *Required*

All students/guardians need to fill out the agreement form highlighting student device responsibilities.

Please print, sign and return the AGREEMENT FORM.

It is recommended to keep a copy of the agreement for your records.

Dassel-Cokato Schools believe technology should enhance instruction and student learning experiences.

Every classroom is equipped with either a PC computer and an interactive display or a Chromebook and interactive display that includes a PC computer. Every child has access to a computer via labs, classroom sets, shared carts and at the HS, full one-to-one (one computer to each child). Students are introduced to digital media and programming at an early age and we expand on that learning every year up to graduation.

All students grades K-12 have computers available for use in the classroom.
Grades 5-6 have sets of computers in the classroom (one for each student).
Grades 7-12 each have their own computer assigned and are offered the opportunity to take them home.
Full labs and specialized PCs are provided to support software such as the software used in accounting and business, AutoCAD and 3d modeling, robotics, video production, and graphics applications like Adobe Photoshop.

Our Mission

Integrate

We integrate technology skills into the district's PreK-12 curriculum and instruction so that students are able to use a computer by the time they are out of elementary school and are technologically literate by the time they leave the middle school. At the high school, we expand on this learning and ensure that students are able to apply appropriate technology as needed to meet educational, career, and personal goals upon graduation.

Equip

We equip and train all staff with the technological tools and skills required to improve and enhance the quality of their work. We are fully Google integrated and have every building painted with wireless access in every room. We continue to add devices and opportunities every year and now support over 3000 devices district-wide.

Provide

Using Infinite Campus, advisory committees, as well as our website and social media presence, we provide the district communities with a vehicle for communication and parental involvement. Internally we have teams of teachers, administrators, and IT staff that get together and improve upon the technology offering and expand on our use of emerging technology. On top of this, we have a technology steering committee that oversees the vision and direction of technology district-wide.

DCHS Chromebook Q&A's

When can my student(s) pick up their laptop?

Device distribution dates and times can be found here.

What do we need to pick up the device?

You'll need your Student Computer Use Agreement initialed, signed, and dated by both the parents/guardians and the student.
You'll need to have the district supplied device covered against accidental damage. You can use the district Protection Plan or self-insure the device.

What will be the fastest way for me to pick up my device?

Pay the $35 Protection Plan fee online here, click on FEES under the left menu bar.
Print the Student Computer Use Agreement
Initial and sign page 3, and bring it in with you.

How can I pay the $35 for the school Protection Plan?

Families can pay the $35 through their portal account online.
Families can also pay with cash or a check when they pick up their device during Open House.

Can you explain the insurance options more?

The district offers a Protection Plan that covers the device against accidental damage for $35. This Plan covers the district supplied device for a single school year only. The terms of what is covered, what is not, and possible out-of-pocket expenses are described in the Student Computer Use Agreement.
You can also choose to find insurance on your own, or choose to not cover the device with any insurance at all. In this case, any accidental damage that happens to the device will be the family’s financial responsibility. All repairs to the district supplied devices are required to be done by the district, to ensure they are done properly and correct parts are used.
No insurance coverage will cover negligent or intentional damage! Students and families will be responsible to repair or replace the device in these instances. This also applies to students who keep the device at school. School administrators will review these instances to determine possible coverage.

What if we want to leave the device at school?

Families can choose to leave the district supplied device at school, where the student can pick it up in the morning and return it at the end of the school day
Availability of the device before and after school will be limited to staffing in HS Room 314.
Families cannot move between taking the device home and storing it at school. If you select to not take the device home, it needs to be stored at school every night.
If a family decides they would like to have their student take the device home after initially deciding to keep it at school, the family would just need to provide insurance (either through the school or being self-insured). Once the insurance is paid and the form is signed, the student can start taking it home nightly.

Do I need to come in if I am choosing to leave the device at school?

You can bring in your signed forms, which will be needed before the student can use the device at school.
This will ensure your student has access to the device at the start of the school year.

What do students get with the 1:1 take-home program?

Students will receive either a laptop computer or a Chromebook
Students will receive an A/C Adaptor
Students will be offered a protective, neoprene case
- They may also choose to use their own case

What are the basic expectations for the students?

Take care of your device!
Have your device at school, every day. Teachers will be relying on each student to have access to their devices on a daily basis.
Fully charge your device at night so it’s at 100% at the start of the school day.
Report any issues or damage to your device to the school promptly.

Is there a “back-up plan” for students?

We understand a student may occasionally forget their device at home, or not charge it completely before coming to school.
A LIMITED amount of daily “loaner” devices, along with charged batteries, will be available for checkout in the Media Center. There is not a guarantee that a battery or loaner will be available.
Charging stations will be available in the Media Center and in the gym during Physical Education classes. However, students cannot leave devices unattended. You likely will not be able to get a full day’s charge out of these options. These spots are also limited in how many devices they can charge at once.

DCMS Chromebook Information

Policies and Procedures:

The policies, procedures, and information within this site apply to all Chromebooks used at Dassel - Cokato Public Schools by students, staff, or guests including any other device considered by the Administration to fall under this policy. Teachers may set additional requirements for Chromebook use in their classroom.

Damage or Loss:

If at any point during the school year there is damage, loss, or theft of a Chromebook the student must contact a teacher or administrator immediately. Any technical issue with the device must be brought to the attention of administration or technology support staff immediately.

This includes but is not limited to:

Chrome OS (operating system)
Battery Issues
Loss of Internet connectivity
Failure of apps to launch, etc.
Cracked or broken parts
Loss of any component

Any hardware/software repairs that are not due to misuse (please see the pages covering use and care of the Chromebook) or damage will be covered without cost, however, any accidental or intentional damage to the device will incur a cost.

Fines will be imposed in accordance with the below chart or as the circumstances may warrant in the discretion of the Dassel-Cokato School District and its administrators.

All reports will be investigated and addressed on a case-by-case basis.

Deliberate damage will be referred to the dean of students. Any damage found that was not reported will be assumed to be intentional. All costs associated with replacing or repairing the device.

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