School Response Guidance Document – Chromebook Social Media Trend
NYSED has been made aware of a concerning trend in which students insert items into Chromebook USB ports, causing electrical shorts. These shorts have been linked to devices emitting toxic smoke, posing a potential health hazard. Additionally, there is significant concern that compromised lithium-ion batteries could result in thermal runaway—an extremely hazardous fire condition. Please see this bulletin for additional information.
Information Bulletin
Schools must be safe havens for teaching and learning, free from crime and violence. The NYS Center for School Safety, a contractor for the New York State Education Department's Office of Student Support Services, provides professional development and technical assistance to school and district administrators, staff, students, parents, community members and Boards of Cooperative Education.
