STUDENT TECHNOLOGY HELP

TECHNOLOGY

Need help with your school device? Email helpme@themetroschool.org for assistance.

One-To-One Computing Program

Technology is an integral part of the Metro educational model. School devices are issued to enrolled students for use in our courses: iPads for middle school, MacBooks for high school. The annual student fee provides coverage for all preventive maintenance, annual updates, and software licensing. Families assume responsibility for the device and its safe return at the end of the school year or the student's enrollment at Metro.

Reliable internet access is vital for the use of school technology at home (homework and virtual days). If your family needs affordable internet options, see the resources at the following link: Low Income Internet Guide

Resources

Summer Bridge

Students are responsible for the school-issued technology, chargers, passwords, and conduct on assigned devices.

New Student Login Instructions

Logging in for the first time

As a new student, you will receive a login to the following primary school resources:

PowerSchool PBKT

PowerSchool from an iPad

  1. Tap on the PowerSchool icon

  2. Enter the District Code: BPKT

  3. Tap Continue

  4. Tap I'm a Student

  5. Enter student Gmail and password

PS for Chrome

PowerSchool from Chrome browser (not Safari)

  1. Open an internet browser and navigate to https://ps-metro.metasolutions.net/public/home.html

  2. Near the bottom of the login window, click Student Sign-in

  3. Enter your student Gmail and password

Student Responsibility

  • Respect and care for your assigned technology.

  • Be respectful and kind when communicating with others.

  • Charge your device before arriving to school.

  • Keep your passwords secret and safe.

  • Keep track of your assigned device and charger.

  • Understand that there are consequences for negligence.

Acceptable Use Policy states “The equipment is the property of Metro, and there is no right to privacy with regard to the equipment. The equipment and its contents, including browsing history, documents, pictures, files, and any other information or content may be monitored and/or inspected at any time by Metro.” Metro can monitor and read any information stored or accessed on assigned devices. Students agree to the following during the annual registration process:

  • Devices are not allowed out of the country.

Broken Devices

Students are responsible to care for their assigned devices. These devices are the property of The Metro Schools. Lost or damaged devices will result in charges being assessed and added to student's PowerSchool account to be paid by the end of the school year.

  • Be gentle with your assigned device.

  • DO NOT put stickers on the device.

  • DO NOT pick up MacBook by the screen.

  • DO NOT replace the iPad case.

  • DO NOT loan your device/charger to others.

Optional Insurance

Insurance coverage for replacements or repairs is available for purchase from a third-party vendor, Worth Ave. Group.  Metro provides this information as a service to you and not as an endorsement of the company, its products, or services. Should you opt to purchase insurance, the agreement is between you and Worth Avenue; Metro cannot act as an intermediary.

  • MacBook Coverage: https://www.worthavegroup.com/portal/metroschool

  • iPad Coverage: https://www.worthavegroup.com/portal/metroschoolipad

* Note: Replacement costs may be covered under your Homeowner’s or Renter’s insurance.

iPads

MacBooks

Shutdown and restart on regular basis or to resolve issues. Students will not have administrative rights to the computers. Please create a ticket to request any needed applications.