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Press & Media Kit

Facts, figures, and ready-to-quote data about K-12 device coverage, Chromebook repair costs, and the real economics of 1:1 technology programs. Free to cite with attribution.

Key facts at a glance

Copy any statistic below. All numbers are sourced from KBS Coverage program data.

30,000+

Devices currently covered

98%

Claims approved on first review

4 days

Average repair turnaround

$25 – $40

Typical parent school year plan

$85 – $150

Average out-of-pocket screen repair

90%+

District participation rate achieved

About KBS Coverage

KBS Coverage (also known as Kids Break Stuff) is a K-12 device coverage provider that partners with school districts to protect Chromebook and iPad 1:1 programs. The company offers both parent-paid and district-paid funding models, with direct integrations into Google Admin Console and Jamf Pro for automated fleet enrollment and claims management.

Founded to solve the practical problem of unexpected repair bills for families, KBS now covers over 30,000 devices across U.S. school districts. The company's in-house repair network averages a four-day turnaround, and 98% of claims are approved on first review.

Ready-to-quote statements

Use these quotes in articles, newsletters, or reports. Attribution included.

“The average K-12 family files 2 to 3 device claims per school year. A single screen repair costs more than a full year of coverage. The math is simple, but most parents do not see it until the first invoice lands.”

KBS Coverage field data, 2024–2026

“Schools that switch from self-insuring to pooled coverage typically reduce their IT help desk repair volume by 40% because the coverage program absorbs the logistics, not just the cost.”

KBS Coverage district benchmarks

“The most common claim in grades 6 through 8 is a cracked screen from a backpack drop. In grades 9 through 12, liquid spills overtake screen cracks as the leading failure mode.”

2026 Chromebook Damage & Repair Cost Report

Original research

Data-driven reports you can reference, link to, or embed.

Report

2026 Chromebook Damage & Repair Cost Report

Per-device claim rates, loaded repair costs, top failure modes, and grade-band breakdowns from K-12 1:1 programs. Free to cite.

Read the report

Tool

Coverage Cost Calculator

Interactive tool showing parents what they pay out of pocket for repairs vs what coverage costs. Highly shareable.

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Media contact

For interview requests, data inquiries, or partnership discussions, reach out directly.

press@kbscoverage.com

Response time: within 24 hours. Available for phone, video, or email interviews.

Covering 1:1 programs? We have the data.

From cost benchmarks to rollout playbooks, KBS works with journalists and researchers who cover K-12 technology.

No claim limits. Average 4 day repair. Real humans review every claim.

Related resources

More guides and tools for K-12 device coverage.