In the last several days, we have noticed a significant increase in the number of student-assigned devices being submitted for repair after experiencing physical damage. At the same time, we’ve become aware of a trending challenge on TikTok called the "Chromebook Challenge." This challenge encourages students to purposely short out their devices to cause them to catch fire by jamming lead or metal into the charging port, USB port, or by stabbing the battery.
We are asking you to speak with your students about this serious safety hazard and the potential for damage to school property. Not only does this challenge present a risk of injury or fire, but families will also be held responsible for the cost of any damages to their assigned devices. While these types of challenges might seem like harmless pranks or jokes to students, the consequences can be very real. In addition to injury risks, there’s also the potential for loss of access to schoolwork, damage to school property, and disciplinary action.
Kuna High School continuously monitors for potential risks that could impact the safety of our students and staff. The well-being of everyone on our campus is our highest priority, and we appreciate your continued partnership in keeping our school safe and focused on learning.
Principal Robbie Reno