- Westpine Middle
- Program Information
Program Information
What is the Verizon Innovative Learning Program?
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The Verizon Innovative Learning 1-1 iPad Program is an educational initiative aimed at providing students with individual access to iPad devices to enhance their learning experiences. Through this program, each student is equipped with their own iPad, enabling personalized learning and empowering them with digital tools to explore, create, and collaborate.
Parent Video: Tech Talk with the Westpine Verizon Innovative Learning Coach
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What do parents/guardians need to do to secure an iPad for their child?
- Complete and return the required Parent/Student User Agreement packet. Your child can obtain the required forms from the Guidance Office or in room 915.
- All forms must be returned to the Media Center or Ms. Rosen in room 915.
Parent Information Acknowledgment and Responsibilities
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My child and I are responsible for returning the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools (VILS) iPad, charging adapter, charging cord, VILS iPad case, and screen protector in good functional condition at the end of the 2023-2024 school year to Westpine Middle School.
- My child and I understand that if the device and charging equipment are NOT turned in or in good working condition, then we will be responsible for the cost associated with the device, charging cable, charging adapter, case, and screen protector.
- I (Parent/Guardian) understand that if the device needs to be repaired as a result of accidental or intentional damage: Coverage includes repairs up to the purchase price of the iPad ($429). Each time a device is repaired, the repair cost will be deducted from the cap. Once the cap amount is reached, the device will no longer have coverage available, then I will be responsible for the price of the repair.
- My child and I are responsible for reporting ALL damage(s) to the device, charging adapter, screen protector, case, and charging cord within 48 hours of the incident to the school-based micro tech, iPad technology team, teacher, and or school administrators.
- My child and I are responsible for charging the iPad every night and ensuring the iPad is brought to school daily to be used for academic purposes.
- I (Parent/Guardian) understand that my child is expected to be a good digital citizen and to utilize the device in accordance with the Broward County Code of Conduct. I also understand that ANY usage that violates the Broward County Code of Conduct will result in the device being revoked and consequences that are aligned with the BCPS Discipline matrix.
- I (Parent/Guardian) am responsible for signing the required VILS documents and picking up the device and charging equipment from Westpine Middle School once the iPad distribution date is announced.
- My child and I are responsible for completing the digital citizenship lessons required to obtain the VILS iPad.
- I (Parent/Guardian) understand that I, the parent/guardian, should conduct frequent iPad checks throughout the school year to assess the device and ensure that there is no damage to the device, that the screen protector has not been removed, and that the charger is in good working condition.