Supplies & Device Policy
MS Supply List
Middle School (Grades 6, 7, & 8) Supply List
General Requirements
- spiral notebook for each class,
- folder/binder to keep hand outs for each class,
- grid/graphing paper for Math class,
- pencils, pens, highlighters,
- erasers, pencil sharpener,
- water bottle,
- lock for locker (best to buy an extra!)
Devices
- Device - Chromebook or Laptop
- Charger for device
- Protective Cover for Device
- Headphones or earbuds
BYOD Policy
Students in Middle School will need to bring their own device. We suggest that the device be a chromebook or laptop.
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Device - Chromebook or Laptop -
Charger for device
Protective Cover for Device
Headphones or earbuds
Here is a Device Comparison Chart which outlines the minimal requirements for a chromebook or laptop.
Chromebook | Laptop – PC | Apple – Macbook | ||||||||
Estimated Cost: U$S 250 – 350 From Amazon.com |
Estimated Cost:U$S 500 – 750 From Amazon.com |
Estimated Cost :U$S 999 From Apple.com |
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Pro | Con | Basic Requirements | Pro | Con | Basic Requirements | Pro | Con | Basic Requirements | ||
Price | Is not a computer | 14′ Inches Screen | Computer | Price | Latest Generation Processor | Computer/ | Price | Macbook AIR 13′ | ||
Internet Speed; Google Apps for Education compatibility | Less flexible for audio-visual recording | 4/8 GB Memory RAM 16/32 GB Hard Drive | Compatibility to school network and Google Apps for Education | Less flexible for audio-visual recording | 8 GB Memory RAM 500 GB Hard Drive | Apple programs, although these programs are not a requirement for MS classes. | Less flexible for audio-visual recording | 8 GB Memory RAM 500 GB Hard Drive | ||
A high quality, durable cover is required as all options are fragile. Charger cable and either earbuds or headphones are required daily. | ||||||||||
We discourage students from bringing an iPad. It has limited capability such as when typing, researching, presentation building and editing in the writing process. |
This chart is a guide to help in the selection of a device for your child. We also strongly encourage students to have a protective cover for their device.
These are the goals for the Middle School BYOD expectation. Please remember that a Chromebook or laptop is only a tool to enhance learning and not a learning outcome by itself.
■Enhance and accelerate learning
■Use technology for individualizing instruction
■Promote collaboration, increasing student engagement
■Strengthen the 21st century skills necessary for future student success
■Promote paperless studies, online textbooks, lighter backpacks, organization
Guidelines for responsible and respectful usage:
Students and Parents/Guardians acknowledge that:
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The school’s network filters will be applied to a device’s connection to the internet and any attempt to bypass the network filters is prohibited. Students may not bypass network filters or attempt to access school administrative accounts or programs.
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Lincoln is authorized to collect and examine any device that is suspected of causing technology problems or was the source of an attack or virus infection.
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Students and parents should be aware that devices are subject to search by school administrators if the device is suspected of a violation of the Student Handbook or Acceptable Use Policy.
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Devices should be charged prior to school and run on battery power while at school.
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Any content not for educational purposes should not be accessed during school hours.