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Ultra-Slim, Lightweight Sleeve For Grab-&-Go Protection
Ramp up your style and versatility with an affordable case that offers more protection than neoprene. Constructed of EVA and EPE foam, the Elements Plus sleeve shields your device from everyday accidents in an ultra-slim and lightweight package. Crafted with our Scotchgard-coated fabric to prevent soiling and moisture, your device is protected from the elements.
Made to go wherever you go, this case can easily be carried on its own (with included, adjustable shoulder strap) or slipped into your favorite bag. The front zippered pocket is ideal for holding chargers and other accessories. Whether for work, school, or play, the Elements Plus sleeve provides the basic protection your devices need at an incredible value.
Features:
- Ultra-slim, sleek profile
- Easily carry on its own or slip into backpack
- Scotchgard coating protects your device from the elements
- EPE and EVA internal foam padding keeps the device secure
- Basic protection from scratches, dents, and scuffs
- More durable and protective than neoprene
- Secure, zippered top opening provides easy and quick access
- Reversed zipper teeth prevent wear & tear
- Convenient carry-top handle
- Includes removable, adjustable shoulder strap
- Front pocket for charger and accessories
- ID Window for quick identification
- Available in two sizes
- 11/13: Fits Devices up to 13.5" x 9.2" x 1"
- 14/15: Fits Devices up to 15" x 10" x 1"
SKUs:
- ELEPL011/13GRY - Small - Fits 11” and 13” devices
- ELEPL014/15GRY - Large - Fits 14” and 15” devices
Elements Plus
$23.99
Ultra-Slim, Lightweight Sleeve For Grab-&-Go Protection Ramp up your style and versatility with an affordable case that offers more protection than neoprene. Constructed of EVA... View full product details
Maximum Protection. Everyday Organization. Ready for School.
Flak Jacket 3.0 is designed for schools and organizations that demand more from a laptop case. Combining rugged impact protection with practical storage, it helps keep devices, chargers, paperwork, and everyday essentials together while standing up to the bumps, drops, and daily demands of student life.
Inside, layers of high-impact foam and corrugated structural reinforcement work together to absorb and disperse impact energy, helping protect devices where they're most vulnerable. The result is exceptional protection in a lightweight design that travels easily between classrooms, buses, lockers, and home.
An integrated front accessory pocket keeps chargers, cables, mice, and other essentials organized, while the rear document pocket provides quick access to papers and folders without opening the main compartment. Whether carried by its padded handles, worn with the included shoulder strap, Flak Jacket 3.0 delivers dependable protection without unnecessary bulk.
Available in multiple sizes to fit today's most popular Chromebooks, MacBooks, and laptops, Flak Jacket 3.0 continues to be one of Higher Ground's most trusted solutions for education.
Key Features
- Multi-layer impact protection combines high-density foam with corrugated structural reinforcement to help absorb everyday bumps and drops.
- Integrated accessory pocket keeps chargers, cables, mice, and other essentials organized and within easy reach.
- Rear document pocket stores papers and folders separately for quick access.
- Slim, lightweight profile fits comfortably inside backpacks while providing outstanding protection.
- Comfortable carry handles for grab-and-go convenience.
- Included adjustable shoulder strap offers hands-free carrying.
- Integrated ID window simplifies student and asset identification.
- Designed for education to withstand the demands of classrooms, carts, lockers, and daily transportation.
SKU's
- FJ3.0-11PLGRY - Flak Jacket Plus 3.0 11" - Fits Devices up to 12.5" x 9" x 1"
- FJ3.0-13/14PLGRY - Flak Jacket Plus 3.0 13"-14" -Fits Devices up to 12.75-14.25" x 9.5-10" x 1"
Flak Jacket Plus 3.0
$49.99
Maximum Protection. Everyday Organization. Ready for School. Flak Jacket 3.0 is designed for schools and organizations that demand more from a laptop case. Combining rugged... View full product details
Protective Armor for your Chromebook
The Flak Jacket Slim laptop messenger bag provides convenient protection for your laptop in an incredibly compact solution. Whether transporting by its comfortable handle or inside your backpack, the FJ Slim protects your laptop in our most compact solution yet. An optional (sold separately) shoulder strap is also available.
Protect your iPad pro, Chromebook or Macbook with this slim laptop case with zip closure for easy access from your desk or backpack, and experience excellent protection. This bag is lightweight and compact and provides much more protection than traditional Chromebook or iPad Pro cases. The slender profile and convenient hand strap of this thin laptop bag mean it’s no bigger than a binder and students of all ages can easily transport their educational devices.
The Flak Jacket Slim laptop bag is available in two convenient sizes — 11 inches to carry smaller Chromebooks, laptops and tablets.
The Flak Jacket slim is sleek, stylish and convenient, and it’s an excellent choice for superior device protection.
Features
- 11" accommodates 12.25" x 8.75" x 1.25" laptop/ iPad
- Incredibly thin and compact
- Surface and Perimeter protection
- Handgrip for comfortable side carrying
- ID window for quick identification
- Optional Shoulder Strap (sold separately)
SKU's
- FJS011GRY - Flak Jacket Slim 11" Grey
- FJS013GRY - Flak Jacket Slim 13" Grey
Testimonials
"When we needed a safe and robust case for our 1:1 take home program, we turned to Higher Ground. The Flak Jacket Slim has provided exceptional protection as our devices have traveled to and from school over the past two years. With the new lighter Slim design, we're even more impressed with the results."
-A. Schwab, Associate Superintendent, Union School District
Trust Higher Ground With Your School’s Educational Devices
Higher Ground is the leader in creating innovative case solutions for laptops, Chromebooks and tablets used by schools around the country. We can keep your devices safe and save you time and money. With excellent customer support, lifetime warranties on all products and outstanding value, Higher Ground is the right choice.
Flak Jacket Slim
$39.99 $19.99
Protective Armor for your ChromebookThe Flak Jacket Slim laptop messenger bag provides convenient protection for your laptop in an incredibly compact solution. Whether transporting by... View full product details
Laptop Bags for Schools
Schools make a major investment in laptops for their pupils. Failing to protect them adequately creates additional repair and replacement costs. A high-quality laptop bag for students provides a cost-effective solution for safeguarding this valuable technology and lengthening its lifespan. As the original education-focused case manufacturer, Higher Ground offers a variety of rugged products that will minimize the risk of laptop damage.
Why Move to Higher Ground?
Founded in 2003 by a college educator and his former student, Higher Ground continues to set the standard for the industry. The company concentrates on developing cases and bags for schools that combine maximum drop protection with functionality. While there have been many copycat cases over the years, most of these products are designed for the consumer market. Higher Ground bags deliver targeted solutions that address the unique challenges that school districts face.
Higher Ground backs every protective laptop bag with a broad assortment of value-added services, such as:
- A 30-day free trial that allows school districts to buy without risk
- A lifetime guarantee that covers defects in materials and manufacturing
- A unique 1/2-off replacement program, which makes upgrading to new bags extremely affordable
- Top-notch customer service that competitors cannot match
- Availability of free samples, which enables school districts to try out a case before purchasing
How Do I Protect School Laptops?
School districts may supply their students with laptops at any grade level in the K-12 spectrum, but elementary school students don't use their devices in the same way as their older counterparts. With this fact in mind, Higher Ground produces a variety of durable laptop bags that serve the needs of every student.
Models such as the Shuttle and Datakeeper feature the smaller size and work-in-bag functionality that's best for younger pupils. High school students can benefit from the Flak Jacket 3.0, with its slim, lightweight design and built-in storage pocket for carrying laptop accessories, notebooks, papers and school supplies.
Every laptop bag for education will provide exceptional drop protection that maximizes the lifespan of the device and reduces repair and replacement costs.
About Higher Ground K-12 Laptop Bags
Higher Ground protective laptop bags provide school districts and their students with a host of features and benefits that set them apart from competing models.
Some of these features include:
- EVA construction that consists of the same foam used in running shoes and athletic pads to cushion a fall
- Hydrophobic coating that repels water and dirt, keeping them away from the bag contents
- Reinforced corners and extended edges that provide additional drop protection
- Up to an 85-90 percent reduction in screen breakage for many districts
- Meticulous testing that ensures each bag meets the highest quality, performance and longevity standards
Contact Higher Ground to Purchase Durable Laptop Bags for Your School District
Higher Ground will do everything possible to improve your customer experience. Feel free to contact us if you have questions about any of our laptop bags or need more information. You can also receive a no-obligation quote when you're ordering multiple quantities of bags for your district. Free samples of any product are available upon request.
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