Computer & Wi-Fi Agreement

Students and guardian(s) acknowledge the following regarding borrowed laptop or Chromebook computers, the use of the Flex Academy’s Wi-Fi network and responsibility for using computer technology while at school.

Wi-Fi

Access to online resources is provided to students via a wireless network maintained by the onsite IT department and is intended for educational use only. Access to the network is a privilege, not a right. Misuse may result in restriction or permanent loss of this privilege. As such:

• Students agree to use the network for educational purposes only unless given approval by a teacher or member of the leadership team.
• Students are accountable for the sites they visit. While at school, this also includes personal devices not connected to the school’s WiFi network.
• All network access is logged and may be reviewed in case of an incident involving a student device.
• Access is provided exclusively for use on a laptop or Chromebook. Any mobile devices must first be approved by the Director of Flex Academy.

Laptop and Chromebook Computer Loans

Students in Grades 6-12 require a computer for their studies. If a student cannot bring a device from home, they may lease or borrow a device from Flex Academy. Students and guardians acknowledge that:

• Computers loaned to students remain the property of Flex Academy.
• Computers leased to families remain the property of Flex Academy unless the family decides to buy out the lease.
• Students who borrow or lease a school computer must protect it using a sleeve or case and take every precaution to not damage or destroy the machine or its shell.
• Students may not personalize the physical shell of a device provided by Flex Academy.
  • This includes adding stickers or drawings on the device.
• All borrowed Laptops or Chromebooks must be returned (or replaced) By the end of the school year.
• Failure to return the Laptop or Chromebook will result in a replacement cost being added to the student’s family account.
• Students & guardian(s) agree to cover the entire cost involved in repairing or replacing any lost, stolen, misused or abused computer provided by Flex Academy:
  • Any damage or replacement costs will be added to the family’s tuition based on the cost below
    • Power cord - $50
    • Laptop - $1350
    • Chromebook - $460
• Students are responsible for the device they are provided and, as such:
  • Must not loan it out to another student,
  • Must store it in a locker if not taking it home after school.
• Installing unapproved software on a school computer or attempting to circumvent the computer's security is prohibited and may result in permanent restriction or loss of the ability to borrow a school computer.
• All Innovations students will be given a Google Workspace for Education account for school communication and access to Google services used to enhance their educational journey.
• Students acknowledge that their information (name, school, academic work, and personal use at the student's discretion) will be stored in the cloud via Google Drive outside of Canada.