We want to make you aware of a concerning social media trend that has been circulating on TikTok. In this trend, students are inserting metal objects like paper clips or pushpins into the ports of school-issued devices, particularly Chromebooks, to cause a reaction. This behavior can result in serious damage and poses a potential safety risk. While our students are issued iPads, not Chromebooks, it is important to understand that inserting any object into a device’s port or slot can lead to potential safety hazards, such as electric shock or even fire. Any incidents in which our students engage in this challenge will result in appropriate charges for the repair or replacement of the iPad, school property, and disciplinary consequences. A link to the news article with more details may be found here.
We are asking for your help in reinforcing this message at home. Please take a few minutes to speak with your child about the importance of using their school-issued device responsibly and safely as well as the seriousness of participating in these and other challenges. We appreciate your continued support in helping us keep students and staff safe.