Bells Corners Public School

3770 Richmond Road, Nepean, Ont., K2H 5C3

PHONE: 613-828-3100 FAX 613-828-3701

"A Tradition of Success"

Dear Parents/Guardians,
On Wednesday January 28 th, I would like to invite students, if they wish, to
bring their own personal electronic devices to school for a one day trial.
The purpose of bringing the electronics is to assist students during both
independent and group learning activities. Electronic devices (laptops and
tablets) are already being used in the classroom on a daily basis to gather and
organize information for projects and assignments, as well as enhance learning
in all curriculum areas. Unfortunately, our current supply of devices in the
classroom is fairly limited. By bringing their own devices, students will have
greater access to information and resources that will help them to complete
their work.
Students will have access to their devices during certain periods of the day.
For example, some students may choose to listen to music to help them
concentrate while working on math, e-books may be read on a tablet or ereader during our daily read-to-self, while others may use online dictionaries
and thesauruses to assist with writing and word work. At all other times
(recess, lessons, nutrition breaks, French, etc.), electronics will be kept in a
secure storage bin within the classroom.
The following electronics are allowable for use in the classroom:
Acceptable electronics for use in class:
Tablets (e.g. iPad)
Laptops
eReaders (e.g. Kobo)
mp3 devices (e.g. iPod)
Netbook or Chromebook
Smartphone *(See Condition #5 below)
Unacceptable electronics for use in class:
Game systems (PSP, Gameboy)
When a student chooses to bring his/her own device to school, certain
conditions must be clearly stated and followed to ensure proper usage.
1.

Students accept the responsibility, and risk, of transporting their

electronics to and from school.

2.

While on school property, the use of any electronic device (personal or

school property) is subject to the terms of the OCDSB Acceptable Use of
Technology Agreement that was signed by both parents and students at
the beginning of each school year. A copy of this policy can also be
found on the board website:
http://www.ocdsb.ca/ab-ocdsb/p-n-p/Pages/default.aspx

3.

While at school, the student accepts responsibility for his/her device and
its usage. The school cannot be held responsible for any loss, theft or
damage. Personal property is not covered under either the school or
OCDSB insurance policies.
I will provide a secure storage container that students may keep their
devices in when not being used.

4.

Permission to use electronics must be explicitly given by the supervising

teacher for each use. Once the student leaves the supervision of that
teacher, the permission ends. Please be aware that this is a class based
initiative and not representative of other classrooms in the school.

5.

If a smartphone is brought to school, students are not to make any calls

or send any text messages during school hours (9:15 3:45) or while on
school property. Unless otherwise directed to do so by the supervising
teacher, students are not to take any picture or videos using their
device.

Failure to abide by the conditions set forth by the teacher and the OCDSB
Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement may result in one or more of the
following consequences:
a)
b)
c)

Suspension or cancellation of access privileges.

Payment for damages, loss or repairs.
Discipline under other appropriate school and OCDSB policies.

Please acknowledge acceptance of the above by signing and returning the

attached form. The permission form only applies for the student and device
listed.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the use of electronics at
school, please feel free to contact me.
Daniel Holmes
Grade 5
Bells Corners P.S.
613-828-3100

Bring Your Own Electronic Device Permission

Form
PARENT NAME: _________________________________________
PARENT SIGNATURE: ____________________________________
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________
STUDENT SIGNATURE: ___________________________________
DATE: _________________________________________________
Product Description (please be specific): ______________________________
______________________________________________________________________
Part Number: ________________________________________________________
Serial Number: _______________________________________________________