Textbooks

In most cases, students will receive their required textbooks directly from their teacher in class. Each book or item will have a student ID label and a book barcode to identify it as issued to you. If a book is damaged when you receive it, return it immediately to the BDC for an exchange. This ensures you get a usable copy and are not held responsible for pre-existing damage.

If you need to get a book directly from the BDC, students must bring:

• BDC counter form completed by their teacher

• Your Student ID card (digital accepted)

All textbooks and other checked-out items (e.g. calculators) must be returned directly to the BDC by the end of the current school year. Teachers will not collect or return textbooks on behalf of students. Students and families can view a complete list of issued or unreturned books on your account at any time by logging into myETHS > My BDC Obligations > Outstanding Texts. 

Once a book has been returned to the BDC, it will be removed from your account. Note: Items cannot be accepted if the student ID label or book barcode is missing.

• Grades 9–11: Return all textbooks to the BDC (S112) by the last day of school.

• Grade 12: Seniors return textbooks in May as part of the graduation clearance process.

Important Note About Returns

Students are responsible for any costs associated with lost, damaged, or late-returned items. All materials must be returned by the deadline. Items returned late will be charged the full replacement fee, since ETHS must reorder materials immediately after the deadline to prepare for the next school year. Once charges are applied to a student’s account, they cannot be removed, even if the items are returned later. Unreturned items or late returns are a major reason student account balances increase. Return your items on time to avoid any fees.

Students are responsible for any costs associated with lost, damaged, or late-returned items. By returning materials promptly and keeping them in good condition, students can prevent these extra charges. Unreturned items or late returns are a major reason student account balances increase.

Lost Items

If a textbook, calculator, or other item issued by the BDC is lost, the cost to replace the item will be added to the student's account. The replacement fee must be paid before a new one can be issued.

Damaged Items

A replacement fee will be charged for books and other items that are damaged beyond normal wear and tear, including:

• Water damage
• Torn or missing pages
• Writing or highlighting
• Overall abuse or excessive wear

BDC staff will determine whether an item is considered damaged and if a replacement fee applies.

Late Returns

Items returned late will be charged the full replacement fee, since ETHS must reorder materials immediately after the deadline to prepare for the next school year. Once charges are applied to a student’s account, they cannot be removed, even if the items are returned later. Return your items on time to avoid any fees.