Frequently Asked Questions About the Student Technology Fee

What is the student technology fee?

The technology fee is a $50 charge per student, per school year.

What does the student technology fee cover?

• Equitable access to all of the District’s Technology resources.

• An Assigned Chromebook or iPad

  • An assigned a 1-to-1 technology device (issued per student) to be used for Learning 

    • This assigned device will  be an iPad or a Chromebook - depending on the student's grade level, to be used exclusively by that student.

• A Hazel Crest District 152½ “Google for Education Account” created for each student.

  • This Google for Education Account allows the student to access the district’s entire online digital curriculum.

• High-speed internet access throughout the campus

• Access to STEM related programs (e.g. Z-Space Labs, 3D Printers, etc.)

• Access to the E-Sports computer lab and the school’s Student-Broadcast facilities.

• Training students to utilize 21st Century Technologies to enhance their learning outcomes.

• Support from the IT Help Desk, including on-campus hardware repair for accidental damage of devices, and remote-assistance with device issues.