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As part of CGESD's effort to make distance learning accessible to our students, students are able to check out a device from their home school. Students are receiving these devices to take part in learning activities during distance learning and once they return to school.
Devices
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iPads
Students in grades K-2 will be able to check out iPads.
McGraw Hill WondersIf you are having trouble on an iPad with resources (for example, books) opening while on the McGraw Hill Wonders website, please follow these directions to allow pop-ups on the iPad.
ChromebooksStudents in grades 2-8 will be able to check out Chromebooks.
Updating Chrome OS on Chromebook- Instructions for update
If you are prompted to enter an "old password" on a district Chromebook:
- Click on "Forgot your old password"
- Click on "Proceed anyway"
Device Protection Plan
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The following document must be completed and returned to your child's school within 10 business days of checking out a device if you choose to opt into the Device Protection Plan. To pay for the optional Device Protection Plan fee ($25) offered by Casa Grande Elementary School District #4 in the 2020-2021 school year, please contact your child's school.
CGESD Device Protection Plan
Plan de protección del dispositivo
Troubleshooting Steps
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- Use the Troubleshooting steps listed here:
- Ask for help from a family member or friend
- Contact the teacher
- If the teacher is unable to troubleshoot the issue, the teacher will reach out to a Site Tech Liaison for the school. The Site Tech Liaison will then contact the family with further assistance and directions.
Additional Help
Please refer to the documents at the bottom of the page for additional help resources.
Internet Connectivity
We recognize many of our families do not have reliable internet access at home. We have compiled the following resources to assist our families in getting connected:
- Cholla Elementary- WiFi is available in the parking lot between Cholla Elementary and Cactus Middle schools
- CGMS/Saguaro- WiFi is available in the parking lot of the auditorium facing Pinal Ave.
- Staying Connected- Programs offered by internet providers in the Casa Grande area.Internet Connectivity Resources for Families
- Cox Connect2Compete
- Cox Connect2Compete FAQ
- Connect Arizona- Arizona free WiFi map & Technology Help
- Please view the map below to find additional WiFi hotspots available for free in the community. *The wifi signal strength/connections have not been verified by the district WiFi hotspots map
- Technology Reimbursement Application - Do you require financial assistance to help pay for technology costs associated with obtaining household internet service for CGESD Distance Learning? Complete the paper application below. This is only available once per family.
Technology Reimbursement Application -printable