Bard Early College New Orleans (BECNO) has technology (Chromebooks, tablets, headphones, and chargers) available for check out during the school day and for overnight. Technology is for educational purposes only. We do this to best support academic success; however, campus resources need to be taken care of and circulated throughout the community.
Tech Check Out/In Procedure
You may check out technology during class transitions and during lunch. Check-in/Check-out times are subject to change based on student need and staff availability. Each time you check out technology, you must complete the "tech check-out" google form and be present for check in/check out. You will not be permitted to check technology in or out during class times. Technology lent for the day is due back no later than 3:05PM that same day. Technology lent overnight is due back before 10AM class the following morning.
Late Returns
The following consequences will be applied if you fail to check in your technology upon their due date and time.
- The first time, you will lose the ability to check out technology for the remainder of that week.
- The second time, you will lose the ability to check out technology for the remainder of the semester.
- The third time, you will no longer be able to check out technology from BECNO.
Technology Use
When BECNO technology is issued, you are responsible for its proper use and condition. While routine wear and tear can be expected, you will be held responsible for any damage or loss due to negligence.
While in your possession, you must agree to:
- solely use technology for educational purposes
- not eat while using a chromebook or tablet
- not leave technology unattended
- ensure the label on technology remains intact and legible
- turn in technology at the designated time
Loss or Damage
If technology is damaged, lost, or stolen: within 48 business hours email Ms. Amanda aburau@bec.bard.edu with a brief description of the events that occurred with your parent/guardian included (copied on the email). The steps following the initial report will be handled on a case-by-case basis. It will typically consist of a conference with you and parent/guardian to discuss what actions will be taken and an assessment of the loss or damages. If a device is not returned by the appropriate time and there is no effort to communicate, you and your family must take full financial responsibility which is indicated below.
$200: Chromebook
$150: Fire tablet
$20: chromebook charger
$5 headphones
If payment is not made in full by the end of the applicable semester, Bard has the discretion to place a hold on your transcript, BECNO course registration, and Bard Early College events, such as graduation, until the payment is received.