EPS Technology Handbook for 2022-23 | Page 8

Storage limits on the devices may limit extra software / apps on student iPads . Storage will be allocated to educationally appropriate apps or software , which may result in personal app deletion . EPS will not provide additional iCloud storage . EPS will manage the iPads so that they contain the necessary apps for schoolwork .
Procedure for re-loading software If technical difficulties occur , due to apps or software , which causes device malfunction , the iPad will be restored to the original Enfield Public Schools configuration . Students are responsible for checking to ensure that iCloud back-up is scheduled and successful . The school does not accept responsibility for the loss of any software or documents deleted due to reformatting and reimaging .
Software upgrades Upgrade versions of licensed software / apps are available from time to time and can be installed by the student . EPS Technology department and / or school personnel may take possession of student iPads for periodic updates and / or syncing . Automatic iOS updates will occur overnight while device is plugged in .
iPad Check-in If a student transfers out of the Enfield Public Schools District during the school year , the iPad must be returned at that time .
Check-in Fines
• School iPads and accessories must be returned prior to last attendance date .
• Graduating seniors must return the device after their last exam and prior to participating in any graduation activities .
• Students , who graduate early , withdraw , are expelled , or terminate enrollment at EPS for any other reason must return their individual school iPad on or before the date of withdrawal . If a student fails to return the iPad upon withdrawal at EPS , that student / parent will be held liable for any replacement costs associated with the device .
• The student / parent / guardians will also pay the replacement cost of the iPad , or , if applicable , any damage waiver deductible , if the device is damaged beyond repair or is lost / not returned .
• Students / parents / guardians who fail to return devices will be held liable .
• Student / parent / guardians will be responsible for any damage to the iPad , consistent with district / school policies and must return the iPad and accessories to the student ’ s school in satisfactory condition . The student will be charged a fee for any needed repairs , or replacement components not returned , not to exceed the replacement cost of the iPad , chargers , cables , and case . (* See Damage Waiver Program )
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