The mission of the New Hope Elementary remote learning initiative is to ensure that NHE students have consistent and equitable access to the digital tools and resources that will allow them to be effective and responsible digital-age citizens. To reach this goal, students who have requested a device will be utilizing their 1:1 device that they have already been assigned at the school. This device will be the same one that they will take home with them, and subsequently bring back on the days that school is in session.This Chromebook may be at home to expand their learning opportunities beyond the walls of NHE as well as to create and design evidence of their individual learning.

*There is no cost to receive the device.
*Students are responsible for the cost of a lost or missing Chromebook, charger, or for damage beyond normal use.
*Repairs will be on a case by case basis and could range up to full replacement of the item. (Chromebook Damage Price List: Chromebook: $181.90, Chromebook Screen: $52.43, Charger: $35.31)
*Lost, stolen or questionable damage will be reviewed by the administration on a case-by-case basis to determine fees.

*No stickers or writing allowed on the device or accessories which might accompany the Chromebook unless given permission.
*No food or drink around the Chromebook.
*Follow all procedures when transporting the device.
*It is the student's responsibility to bring their charged Chromebook with them on days they are in school.
*Students must take measures to protect the device from damage or theft.
*At no time shall the device be used for unlawful or inappropriate activities.
*Students are not allowed to let others use or be in possession of their assigned device.  

*Students must follow the Gaston County Schools Acceptable Use Policy at all times while using district-issued devices.
*Violators of the Acceptable Use Policy or items stated in this document will be addressed by the school administration to determine the proper course of action.
*When logging in with a GCS account and/or using a GCS device, students will be filtered according to CIPA and COPPA regulations. Additionally, records and activity may be monitored and are subject to investigation by authorized district personnel.

The intent of this program is for New Hope Elementary students' educational use only. Should another user violate this intent, GCS will not be held liable for any issues arising as a result. Additionally, Gaston County Schools will not be held liable for any issues arising from non-compliance of the district’s Responsible Use Agreement.