The 13-year-old is accused by the school district of damaging the laptop as part of the “Chromebook Challenge,” a TikTok trend in which students intentionally jam lead or metal objects into the ports of a Chromebook, causing it to short-circuit and, in some instances, cause sparks, smoke and fire.

At least one incident regarding someone intentionally short-circuiting a school-issued Chromebook is under investigation in Grayson County. "Parents please be aware of viral tik tok challenges,&q

A viral TikTok trend has resulted in fried Chromebooks and school evacuations across the country this week. It could cost parents.