Optional Self-Insurance for Caldwell ISD Equipment
In accordance with state law, school districts cannot charge for the use of a required instructional material, including technology. However, school districts can charge parents for damage to instructional materials, including technology or textbooks.
For this reason, we recommend the optional equipment insurance to provide parents the peace of mind of knowing they will not be burdened with large out of pocket expenses for uncovered repairs, replacement, or loss. Please note that if a parent/guardian chooses not to purchase the optional self-insurance, the parent/guardian is responsible for the full cost of replacement or repair. Please note these costs are the most current amount, but are subject to change without notice due to price increases.
Device Issued to the Student
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Cost of the Device
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Cost of Optional Self-Insurance for 1st Incident
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Cost of Optional Self-Insurance for 2nd Incident
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Chromebook
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$350
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$20
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$30
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Charger
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$45
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$10
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$20
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MiFi-If Applicable
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$200
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$15
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$25
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MiFi Charger
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$15
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$2
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$5
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*If a student damages equipment for the first time and the first insurance is paid, the parent/guardian has the option to purchase the insurance for the second device. If the parent/guardian chooses to not pay for the optional insurance for the second device and the device is damaged, the parent/guardian is responsible for the full cost of repair or the cost of the entire device to be replaced.
*If there is a 3rd incident and any other following incidents, the parent/guardian will be charged the full amount of the repair or replacement of the device.
*If the insurance is not paid upon the time of damage, the parent/guardian will be liable for all repairs. Please note that it is important that if you choose to pay for the optional self-insurance, you pay for it as soon as the equipment is issued to your student(s), but you have a grace period until October 15th to pay for insurance. This is a firm deadline. The cost of the second incident is due upon the time of the second device being checked out. If you choose not to purchase insurance for the second device, you are responsible for repair/replacement of that device if damaged.