There is a Tik Tok challenge going around with students shoving metal objects into the charging ports of chromebooks to short circuit the devices. At a minimum, students can get shocked and short circuit the chromebook. The bigger concern is that the lithium-ion battery in the device can explode from sparks inside the device. Lithium battery fires should be treated with extreme caution, as they can expel molten flammable metal and emit toxic gases during a fire. 

Please be sure to talk to your child about the dangers of this Tik Tok challenge as it could cause harm to others and can destroy the Chromebook.  Please note: any students caught trying to damage chromebooks will face school consequences and fees to replace the device along with the possibility of criminal charges.

We are notifying parents and will be adding this information to morning announcements at each school. Student and staff safety is a top priority-please discuss this important issue with your child.