General Information
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Do students still need to carry textbooks and other offline heavy stuff in their backpacks? Or just the Chromebook since it’s all digital now?
That's correct. Most textbooks are now online, so their backpacks should just contain their device and perhaps a few notebooks and other supplies.
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How will they turn the Chromebooks in at their graduation?
The campus will have a collection process for Chromebooks, likely through the library.
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If my student qualifies for free/reduced meals, do I still have to pay insurance?
Yes. Insurance is encouraged but optional.
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What accommodations will be made for Chromebooks that have manufacturing flaws, such as faulty keyboards, etc.?
You will need to report that issue ASAP through a help desk ticket.
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What does the acronym, “CLASS 1:1 Student to Device,” stand for?
CLASS 1:1 (Connected Learning for Academic Student Success) Katy ISD Student to Device Initiative, Grades 3-12
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What if my student loses or damages the charger or case?
The insurance does not cover the case and charger. If they are lost or damaged, the replacement costs are below:
Charger - $15
Case - $20 -
What is a Chromebook?
A Chromebook is a secured browser-based laptop that runs a Chrome Operating System.
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What is MyKaty?
MyKaty Cloud is a web portal that provides Katy ISD staff, students, and parents/guardians with a single sign-on location to access district applications and educational resources.
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What is the cost for damaged or lost Chromebooks?
If a Chromebook is not insured or if the insurance has been exhausted, the cost for repairs and replacement are below:
Broken Screen - $120
Broken Keyboard - $90
Chromebook - $300 -
What is the size of the Chromebooks?
They have a 13" screen plus a case over the device.
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Where can I locate additional information about Katy ISD’s CLASS 1:1 Student to Device initiative program?
Information about the CLASS 1:1 initiative can be found on the Katy ISD website and OnTheGo mobile app.
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Why CLASS 1:1?
This acronym highlights the purpose of the program — placing the emphasis on connected learning rather than the tools used to support the learning. Academics is at the forefront of the work we do across Katy ISD campuses, and access for all students to academic resources is a foundational advantage of the CLASS 1:1 Student to Device initiative. Student success in classroom instruction and online assessment is key. Finally, the word “class” grounds the CLASS 1:1 Student to Device initiative in classroom instruction, emphasizing the role of the teacher in student learning, and highlighting the enhanced efficiency in technology-integrated classroom experiences.
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Will Chromebooks be replaced every year? (meaning they won't have the same Chromebook for all years)
No. They will keep that device until the Chromebook reaches its end of life, which is 5 years.
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Will students in Special Education get Chromebooks?
Check with your child's teacher and/or campus administration.
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Will students use the same Chromebook if they attend or transfer to another Katy ISD campus during its lifetime?
Yes. Once a Chromebook is issued to a student, it will stay with them as long as they are in the district for the life of the device (until it is 5 years old) Once it reaches 5 years old, it will be replaced.
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Will the Chromebook have certain restrictions to websites and filters? (repeat)
Absolutely. The devices will filter all internet traffic back through Katy ISD's filters and safety protections, even when using home Wi-Fi or Starbucks, etc.
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Will the transition to Chromebooks and access to online textbooks impact hard copy textbooks?
Students will have access to their textbooks on their Chromebooks. However, hard copy textbooks will continue to be available upon request.
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Will there be insurance for the Chromebooks?
Yes. Insurance for Chromebooks is $20 per student device each year. The insurance covers two repairs or one replacement. If a Chromebook has to be repaired for a third time or a second replacement, the parent or guardian is responsible for the cost.
See the Insurance Flowchart for additional details.
