- Back in School
- Computer Device Distribution
Students in need of a computer device:
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Students who are in need of a computer to start the school year virtually have the option of using an ASD Chromebook. Internet access will be provided for families in need.
Elementary and Middle School:
If your child does not have access to a computer (laptop, desktop or Chromebook) and/or Internet, please contact your child’s school to request one. The school will coordinate the delivery of the Chromebook.
High Schools:
Every high school student will have a Chromebook available at the start of Quarter 4 of 2021 as part of the District’s 1:1 Initiative. Those students who do not already have a Chromebook will be provided one by the school at the start of the quarter.
Internet Access
If you child does not have access to the intent, please contact your school for assistance.
One Chromebook for Every High School Student: FAQ on the 1:1 Initiative
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What grade levels will be 1:1?
All High School grade levels (9-12) will be 1:1 when they return to in-person learning after Spring Break 2021.
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What if a student has already received an ASD Chromebook?
The student will continue to use the ASD Chromebook they already received and will not be issued a new one. The school may audit to ensure that the student has the appropriate device assigned to the student.
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How will a student receive an ASD Chromebook?
Students will receive an ASD Chromebook at their enrolled school at the start of 4th Quarter 2021. It will be handed out by school staff.
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Do students bring their ASD Chromebook back and forth between home and school?
Yes, high school students are expected to bring their charged Chromebook to school every day.
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What does a student do if they leave their device at home or bring it with a low battery?
The schools will have a limited number of Chromebooks to loan that can be used for the day. Schools will also have a limited number of spare chargers. It is important for students to remember to bring a charged device every day.
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Can a student choose to use their own laptop (“bring-your-own-device”/BYOD) instead of an ASD Chromebook?
A student can choose to bring their own laptop. Non-ASD laptops are not supported by ASD and may not always work in every situation (see High School "BYOD" section of the handbook). High Schools will have an ASD Chromebook on hand for students that do not choose to take one.
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Will students keep the ASD Chromebook over the summer?
Any student that is expected to attend an ASD High School next school year will keep their device over the summer. Any student graduating or leaving ASD is expected to return their device at the end of the school year.
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Can students personalize their ASD Chromebook?
Personalization of devices (stickers, labeling, marking, etc.) is not allowed. Devices should be maintained in the condition in which they were issued.
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Can the ASD Chromebook be used at home?
Yes, they can be used at home for school curricular activities.
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Will students be expected to use Chromebook for school curricular activities only?
Yes, the expectation is that the ASD Chromebook is only for school curricular activities.
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What if my student does not have internet access at home?
Contact your school to discuss options for assistance.
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Will inappropriate or unsafe websites be filtered on the ASD Chromebook?
Yes, but filtering is limited and students are expected to follow the High School "Internet and Email" section of the handbook.
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Will the Chromebooks have web filtering when used off campus?
Yes, but filtering is limited and students are expected to follow the High School "Internet and Email" section of the handbook.
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What happens if the ASD Chromebook is damaged?
Return the chromebook to the school to be evaluated and receive a replacement.
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What about students enrolled in the ASD virtual program?
ASD Chromebooks are also available for every student in the virtual program. Students in this program should connect with their school of enrollment.
MTA Offer
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Mat-Su Borough School District, Anchorage School District and University of Alaska students and employees can qualify for MTA's special Education Unlimited offer on Internet services.
To sign up for Education Unlimited, call MTA at 745-3211 or 694-3211, or complete the form below to get started and we’ll contact you directly.
GCI Offer
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With beginning the school year entirely online, the Anchorage School District can provide internet access to students in need through a partnership with GCI. As this is a limited resource, families will be asked to complete an application to validate their needs. Parents and students should contact their school directly to begin the process.
Approved families will have established their need by demonstrating through the application process that they do not have existing internet at home and cannot afford new internet service. These families will receive either a cable modem or hotspot device through the mail. Access to the internet through these devices will be filtered in accordance with ASD policies and regulations. Data upload and download speed is limited but will be sufficient for online student learning.
Please note that ASD is unable to offer any increase to existing data plans that families have with GCI.
