Dean Rusk Middle School

Bring Your Learning Device

PURPOSE AND MISSION:

-to integrate relevant technology

to teach communication skills,

knowledge and behaviors you will

need as responsible citizens in the

global community.

What is it used for?

-be creative and innovative

-learn to communicate and collaborate

-help you research

-teach you problem solving and decision making

-instill critical thinking skills

-introduce digital citizenship

-acquire technology skills

To help you:

What can

you use?

-any device that

can enhance your

educational experience

and is able to connect

to the Internet through

the BYLD network at school

**If you do not have a personal device, we will make every attempt to provide you with an alternative device.

When and

Where can

you use

your

device?

-in BYLD

classrooms

when the

teacher gives

permission

Be sure you have your device labeled and password protected.

Be sure your device is fully charged.

Be sure your device is working properly. We cannot provide any tech support.

Before you come to school

Your

Responsibilitiesonly use your device in an

approved setting

keep up with your

device at all times

use your device for school-

related work only

connect to the BYLD

network

Step 1: Step 2:

Connecting to the BYLD Network

BYLD is a privilege. If you do not follow the rules, your access can and will be taken away in addition to other consequences.follow all

guidelines and turn in all paperwork.

Paperwork

Required/Responsibilities

Warning: Learning Happening Here!

BYLD allows you to use your personal

device as an extension of the classroom. Your

device is not only a communication tool, but can be a learning resource as well. We want you to see that learning is a process

that does not happen only while at school!