TikTok Trend Alert for Families

The Oakland Schools Technology Department, which services Berkley Schools, was made aware of a viral TikTok trend building over the recent weeks where students learn to short out their Chromebook via a USB port.

This trend includes students using a metal object (paperclip, pin, etc) on the connector pins to cause a spark. This can result in smoke, fire and/or ruining the laptop. Please talk to your children about this trend and remind them that any intentional harm done to District computers will result in a fine to replace the technology in addition to consequences outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.

Watch this Good Morning America story on this trend to learn more.