Technology

In addition to providing access to other forms of technology, the district issues a Chromebook to each student in grades 3 through 12. Students in kindergarten through grade 2 will have access to technology during the school day. Chromebooks are devices that run Google’s Chrome OS. These machines are designed to be used primarily while connected to the internet, with most applications and documents living in the cloud. Students will be able to access Google Classroom and school email from anywhere they have an internet connection. District-issued Chromebooks are to be used for educational purposes. Students are reminded that it is their responsibility to come to school with a fully charged Chromebook every day. All students should review and understand the proper procedures for using a school-issued laptop each year. Parents/guardians
can access information regarding laptop insurance by clicking the Chromebook Insurance tab below or receive support via email at support@carlynton.k12.pa.us.

Chromebook Handbook

Protect your student’s Chromebook from unexpected repair or replacement costs with our optional Device Protection Plan. Even a single accident—such as a cracked screen, damaged keyboard, or faulty charger—can be costly without coverage. For just $30 per year, the plan helps minimize out-of-pocket expenses and ensures your student stays connected to their learning.

This guide includes plan details, coverage terms, repair costs, and easy-to-follow directions for setting up a MySchoolBucks account and making your payment online.

Chromebook Insurance Form & Instructions

MySchoolBucks

The Carlynton School District uses a variety of monitoring software to create a safer digital and physical learning environment with technology tools developed specifically for K-12 schools. This software is loaded onto all district-issued technology equipment such as laptops, Chromebooks, iPads, and Google accounts. These software products assist in monitoring search requests, accessed websites, and/or content housed on the district network. This information is used to protect the safety and wellbeing of all students and staff. School officials are notified when access or search criteria present a potential safety issue.

Additionally, all Carlynton School District Google accounts have the Impero extension automatically activated. This means that if a Carlynton School District Google account is being used on a personal computer and/ or Chromebook, your activities can be monitored. To avoid this you must not use a Carlynton School District Google account or discontinue use of Google Chrome while logged into the Carlynton School District Google account on a personal device.

Visit the PowerSchool portal under Parent in the top right corner or click the link below. 

PowerSchool