Spruce Mountain Technology Department

 

Online Technology Use & Agreement Form

 

Please Note: This form must be completed, including the revision of all linked documents and videos, by the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) with the student prior to being assigned a school-issued laptop. Falsifying any information on the form could breach district policies and result in disciplinary actions.

 

Technical Support Requests

Gmail Reset Suport Ticket

 

Please Note: Students that are in need of technical support must first fill out a Support Ticket and receive a response from a technician before obtaining a pass to visit one of the tech offices.

Google Apps For Education

Google Apps Acceptable Use Policy – Also see, https://support.google.com/a/answer/6356441

Data Security and Privacy – Also contains info on FERPA, COPPA, Student Privacy Pledge, etc.

Google Apps Learning Center – (for newbies)

About Google Ads

Google adheres to Advertising industry privacy standards. To learn about these standards, including how you can opt out of interest-based advertising from Google and other participating companies, please visit the About Google Ads page. If you want to permanently opt out of the DoubleClick cookie, you can install the DoubleClick opt out extension.

Google Terms of service

Google Privacy Policy

GAFE Online Agreement – Education Terms

GAFE Online Agreement – Education Privacy

Google Data Amendment

Google Core Services & Agreements

Q: How is Google Apps for Education different than a personal Google account?

A: Google Apps for Education is governed by a detailed Privacy Policy, which ensures we will not inappropriately share or use personal information placed in our systems. Google complies with all applicable US privacy laws, and the Google Apps Terms of Service can specifically detail our obligations and compliance with FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) regulations. Google is registered with the US-EU Safe Harbor agreement, which helps ensure that our data protection compliance meets European Union standards for educational institutions. FERPA is the big stickler here, as Google really couldn’t offer the service without being FERPA compliant, and they couldn’t run Google Business as usual and still be FERPA compliant. GAFE disables advertisements.

Google Security – Best Practices

User Security Settings

Google Safety Center – Home

Google Safety Center – Keep Your Device Clean

Google Chrome Privacy Whitepaper


Meet The Team

Chris Hollingsworth

Curriculum Coordinator/
Technology Coordinator
E: CHollingsworth@rsu73.com
P: (207) 897-6722 Ext. 121

Scott Ladd

Tech Lead | Data Specialist
E: SLadd@rsu73.com
Middle School
P: (207) 897-4319 Ext. 223
High School
P: (207) 897-4336 Ext. 242

Mark Bonnevie

IT Services | MLTI Tech Lead
E: MBonnevie@rsu73.com
Middle School
P: (207) 897-4319 Ext. 223
High School
P: (207) 897-4336 Ext. 242


Welcome to the RSU73 Technology Webpage! The Technology Team tries to keep this webpage as current as possible. We strive for it to be informative, but not overwhelming. From this page you should get an idea of the district policies, programs, and practices the Technology Department ensures. Please view the Technology Use – Permission & Agreement Form.

RSU73 has many of its devices leased by the state through the Maine Learning Technology Initiative and is in the midst of piloting Chromebooks as well. iPad’s, LCD projectors, interactive smart boards and Apple TV’s are also scattered throughout the schools. The Technology Department works hard to ensure that quality and functional technology enhances the teaching and learning experience for RSU 73.

In sum, this webpage should be a resource to explore and provide insight to the technology we use and maintain. Please visit often and provide feedback on what this page does well and can improve on.

Tech Tuesdays: Communicate. Engage. Learn.

 

Upcoming Dates:

  • To Be Announced

Time:

  • 3:00pm-4:00pm

Location:

  • SMHS Library

Sessions are not mandatory, but cover important information regarding the use of district technology & the new Power Teacher Pro interface. All staff are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Technology Dept. Goals

  1. Make a commitment to support technology as a viable instructional strategy!
  2. Maintain a working infrastructure of technology equipment and software while anticipating for future needs.
  3. Be responsive to technology needs, interests and goals to create the best possible learning environment.
  4. Create an effective, dynamic, current, adjustable tech plan.


Upcoming Tech Committee Meetings

Dates:

  • To Be Announced

Time:

  • To Be Announced

Location:

  • RSU #73 Central Office

Device Information


Device Insurance

RSU 73 will purchase group insurance for the 2018-’19 school year. The coverage plan is for accidental damage only with a $0 deductible. Visit Device Protection Policy to read about coverage.

Accidental damage does not cover:

  • Corrosion & Rust
  • Cosmetic Damage (i.e. Bends, dings, dents, scratches to the device)
  • Dishonest Acts
  • Intentional Acts
  • Manufacture Defects
  • Mechanical Breakdown
  • Nuclear Hazard
  • Power Surge (except lightning)
  • Theft from an Unattended Vehicle
  • Unexplained Loss or Mysterious Disappearance
  • War-Government Seizure
  • Wear And Tear

Situations and acts that are not covered by this insurance plan will not limited to the listed examples above. The approval or denial of any claim is the sole discretion of the insurer. Visit the Worth Ave Group for more information.