Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) provides each student in Grades 9 to 12 with a Chromebook. Our goal is to ensure that students have equitable access to devices which are important for learning, student achievement and well-being.

How it Works 

  • Each student in Grade 9 to 12 will be assigned a Chromebook. They will continue to use this Chromebook for their entire secondary education at the WRDSB.
  • Chromebooks remain the property of WRDSB.
  • If a student moves to another WRDSB secondary school or WRDSB program they will take their assigned Chromebook with them.
  • Students graduating or leaving the WRDSB must return their Chromebooks.
  • Devices that are not returned will be remotely disabled.

Benefits to Student Learning

  • Ensures equitable access to digital resources that support diverse learning styles.
  • Provides authentic opportunities to develop essential digital literacy and citizenship skills.
  • Enhances collaboration and communication among students and teachers
  • Provides access to digital tools for students to create and share their learning; fostering creativity and innovation.

Student Responsibilities

  • Use their Chromebook as a tool for learning.
  • Take care of their assigned Chromebook.
  • Ensure that their Chromebook is charged for each school day.
  • Always follow the WRDSB’s Responsible Use Procedure.
  • Report any damage or a lost Chromebook immediately to their teacher or principal.

Chromebook Agreement for Secondary Students

  • Students must read and agree to follow the WRDSB’s Responsible Use Procedure.
  • Parents/caregivers are requested to complete The Chromebook Agreement (Secondary) via School Day. 

Internet Filtering

  • Internet filtering is only in place on WRDSB controlled networks, and not on home networks. Parents, caregivers and families may wish to put website filtering tools into place at home to address this, if they deem it to be necessary.

Malfunctioning, Damaged or Lost Chromebooks

In the event a Chromebook is damaged or lost, school administrators will:

  • Determine if a replacement cost is required.
  • Ensure damaged devices remain the property of the school.
  • Collect any required funds through School Day.
Malfunctioning Accidental Damage Neglect or Intentional Damage Lost
No fee. $50 replacement charge. Full replacement cost (currently $339). Full replacement cost (currently $339).