St Simon Peter Catholic Primary School - 1:1 Device Program 2022 Parent Handbook
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
St Simon Peter Catholic Primary School 1:1 Device Program 2022 Parent Handbook
Contents
Our Vision 3
Our Rationale 3
Program Guidelines 3
Family Sharing & Screen Time 4
Device Information 5
Purchasing Options 6
Option 1: Purchase required and optional items through Solutions IT BYOD Portal 6
Option 2: Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) 6
Option 3: Hardship 6
Device Breakdown, Features & Costs through Solutions IT BYOD Portal 6
Frequently Asked Questions 8
How often will the device be used? 8
How will the Apple Pencil be kept safe and secure? 8
Where does handwriting fit in? 8
Will the device have Internet access from home? 8
What if my family already has the required device? 8
Who will pay for and install the apps? 8
Can my child install their own apps? 9
Will there be a reduction in booklist costs? 9
Will students be able to use their iPad during recess and lunch? 9
What if my child forgets to bring their iPad to school? 9
What headphones will my child need? 9
Where will students charge their devices? 9
I chose purchase option 2, when will I need to supply the device to join SSP’s JAMF? 9
I am concerned about health issues. 9
2
Our Vision
As a learning organisation, St Simon Peter recognises the changing needs of students; our moral imperative
is to respond to the uncapped potential of 21st century learners. Our motivation is to ignite learning in
others, to kindle curiosity and creativity and to light up the potential of the human mind. In line with the
school’s Strategic Plan, St Simon Peter Catholic Primary School will provide challenges and opportunities
for the growth of the whole person. We aim to foster critical thinking, collaboration, culture, connectivity,
communication and creativity using new pedagogies. The core components of these new pedagogies are
developing new learning partnerships, engaging in deep learning tasks through the use of digital tools and
resources.
Our Rationale
We are implementing a 1:1 device program to:
● Implement the mandated Western Australian Technologies Curriculum
● Increase student engagement - accelerator for Deep Learning
● Complement project-based learning in the classroom
● Provide opportunities for collaboration and critical thinking
● Ensure that NAPLAN online is a measure of students’ literacy and not their computer literacy
competencies1
● Broaden learning beyond the classroom to complement passion projects
● Prepare students to be successful 21st century learners
● Equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for success in a rapidly evolving and uncertain
world.
Program Guidelines
With each student having access and control of their device, excellent opportunities and learning
experiences will be available to them. However, with any new opportunity comes significant responsibility.
The school will clearly articulate to each student their responsibilities in relation to:
● Respecting each individual’s privacy and dignity (i.e. cyber safety issues)
● Using the device for appropriate purposes
● Protecting and caring for their device
We recognise the need for students to be safe and responsible users of digital technologies. Each child
and their Parents will be asked to read, understand, sign and adhere to the Device Program User
Agreement Policy for Years 4-6.
1
https://www.nap.edu.au/online-assessment/naplan-online
3
Family Sharing & Screen Time
We acknowledge that students having access to their own device increases the risk of distraction from
social media, communication apps and games. We encourage the use of the Screen Time app at home.
With Screen Time, you can access real-time reports about how much time your child spends on their iPad.
With Content & Privacy Restrictions in Screen Time, you can block or limit specific apps and features on
your child's device and restrict the settings on their iPad for explicit content, purchases and downloads,
and privacy.
• Each iPad needs to have an Apple ID signed in so that all photos, videos, apps and data within
certain apps are backed up to iCloud.
• The way adults would create an Apple ID for any Apple product purchased is not the recommended
way to make an ID for children under the age of 13. The child’s personal information will become
public and it will be harder to monitor and control what they do on their iPad at home.
• Therefore, if you have an Apple iPhone, we highly recommend you setup a Family Sharing iCloud
account for your child, where you can create an Apple ID that is private and entirely managed by
you (including app downloads and purchasing made through the app store). The Apple ID you make
through Family Sharing is what you use to sign into iCloud on your child's iPad.
• If you don’t have an Apple iPhone or another Apple product, we recommend the Apple ID you
create has your personal information in it, not your child’s (ie: Full Name & DOB are yours not your
child’s). If you make an account this way, we also don’t recommend you attach a credit card to it.
How to setup Apple Family Sharing: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201060
How to use the Screen Time settings to manage iPad access: https://www.macrumors.com/how-
to/how-touse-screen-time-in-ios-12
4Device Information
As part of St Simon Peter Catholic Primary School’s 1:1 Device Program, families are required to supply
their children with the following items:
1. An iPad that is no older than the 6th generation and has a minimum storage capacity of 128GB.
Why?
o With Apple updating their iPads every 12 months, older generation iPads cannot handle the
frequent iOS and app updates required for the device to run efficiently
o Our experience in the program so far is students are running out of storage space before
they start Year 5 if the iPad has less than 128GB of storage
o Our program runs from Year 4 to 6. We want to make sure your child has a device that will
last them 3 years of schooling
2. A screen protector for the iPad
3. A protective cover that provides protection on the front and back of the iPad
4. A zip up carry case to provide added padding and protection for the iPad and Pencil when travelling
to and from school or lessons
5. Apple Pencil or equivalent
6. Protecsure Insurance or Home and Contents Equivalent
o If purchasing the iPad and/or other items through our purchasing portal, we recommend
you buy the 3-year Protecsure Insurance package as well. This insurance covers the iPad for
accidental damage, loss or theft around the world
o If choosing to buy or bring your own iPad and accessories, you will need to ensure your
home contents insurance or equivalent covers your child’s iPad at school. St Simon Peter
takes no responsibility for damage, loss or theft in this instance
7. The Management and Licensing Fee
o A once-off fee is required by all families in order to provide your child’s iPad with
management and apps required in Years 4 to 6
o The fee consists of a 3-year JAMF license and a bundle cost for required paid applications
School supplied Accessories:
8. Wired Keyboards. We understand the importance of teaching keyboard and typing skills, however
with the introduction of the new 10.2” iPad we are unable to source an appropriate, rugged
keyboard case suitable for students. Keyboard and typing skills will still be taught in class using
wired keyboards.
5Purchasing Options
Option 1: Purchase required and optional items through Solutions IT BYOD Portal
Solutions IT have supported St Simon Peter for over 15 years. As an education hardware and support
provider, Solutions IT can offer our families the most competitive pricing on all items available through the
portal.
*Portal login information will be sent to you separately.
Please see below for items available for purchasing through the portal. Costs are approximate as of
August 2021. Prices subject to change.
Option 2: Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
We fully support parents supplying their own required items for our 1:1 program. There is no requirement
or pressure for families to buy a brand-new iPad from the Solutions IT Portal if they have a 6th generation
128GB iPad at home.
The only requirement for this purchase option is the Mobile Management and Licenses Fee.
A BYOD iPad can only be provided if the following minimum requirements are met:
● The iPad is at least the 6th Gen to ensure lifespan of the 1:1 program
● The iPad has 128GB storage capacity
● The iPad has a suitable protective case
● Your personal contents insurance covers the iPad at school, in case of damage or breakage.
Required Purchase
Mobile Management & Licensing $70
Option 3: Hardship
Families experiencing financial hardship are encouraged to discuss purchasing options with Peter Cutrona
An appointment can be scheduled with him through the Front Office. This means provision is available to
ensure all students have their own iPad.
Device Breakdown, Features & Costs through Solutions IT BYOD Portal
Solutions IT
Device Features Portal Price RRP
(inc GST)
8Th Gen iPad 10.2” 128GB • 10.2” Screen Size $560.95 $689.00
• 128GB
• WIFI
• Pencil capability
6Apple Pencil Features $129.78 $145.00
(1st gen) • Cylindrical design feels like a normal pen
• Bluetooth pairing enables pressure
sensitivity
• Precision accurate and fluency (no lag)
• Tilt detection for drawing line thickness
• Replaceable tip
• Charge using the lightning port on the
iPad
• Palm rejection technology
Protective Cover • Super protective polycarbonate and $45.00 $79.95
STM Dux Plus Duo rubberised bracket
• Clear back to customise your device
• Durable and water resistant
• Magnetic closure allows for easy folding
for typing or viewing
• Instant on/off cover wakes and turns the
device off to save battery life
• Pencil storage (Apple Pencil and Logitech
Crayon only)
STM Ace Vertical Super Cargo • 360 degree impact protection $42.15 $69.95
(11ʺ) Carry Case • Multiple pockets for organising devices,
cables and accessories
• Water resistant polyester
• Padded carry handles
• Removable and adjustable shoulder strap
• Weighs 0.5kg
iPad (8th gen) Alpha Glass • Ultra-clear $35.00 $79.95
Screen Protector • Anti-shatter
• Shields display against scratches
• Preserves its pristine image quality
Management & Licenses Fee • Once-off fee includes: $70.00 N/A
o 3-year licenses to JAMF
o Any required paid apps for years 4-6
Protecsure Insurance • Once-off fee includes coverage: $159.95 N/A
o
o Anywhere in the world for 28
consecutive days
o Loss
o Theft
o Accidental damage (ie: cracked
screen)
o 2 claims per 3-year period
o $100 excess fee per claim
7Frequently Asked Questions
How often will the device be used?
The nature of the 1:1 environment is that students will have their device with them and available for use
throughout the school day. Keeping inline with current research, the device will not be used for
approximately more than 2 hours a day2. Like other learning tools, the use of the device will depend on
the particular learning activity and this is at the discretion of the teacher. Activities will blend with others
such as writing, reading, discussion, debate and testing, and students will find that their use of device
will vary from day to day. Other subjects will still receive the appropriate allocation of time and
resources.
How will the Apple Pencil be kept safe and secure?
The STM Dux Plus Duo case will have a slot for the pencil to sit in when not in use. We require that a
‘tamper proof’ name label be stuck to the end of the pencil to ensure the owner of the pencil is easily
identified.
Where does handwriting fit in?
Teachers will use both digital technologies (supported by the Apple Pencil3) and traditional methods of
teaching handwriting. The Western Australian Curriculum requires students to develop a personal
handwriting style that is legible, fluent and automatic4. Keyboards are required to further support typing
and keyboard skills.
Will the device have Internet access from home?
The school will provide Internet access when at school with appropriate CEWA filtering policies. Parents
are responsible for providing Internet access at home if they wish. The school encourages that any
Internet use is permitted in an open environment and monitored at all times.
What if my family already has the required device?
Purchase option 2 allows for families who already have the required device to utilise it in our 1:1
Program, providing it meet the requirements stipulated in the option 2 description.
Who will pay for and install the apps?
The cost of the required apps is embedded in the cost of each purchase option for the device program.
These apps will be distributed via JAMF. This model allows easy distribution by the classroom teacher
and access to Apple Volume Education Pricing for Apps.
At the completion of enrolment at SSP, all app licenses provided by the school will be revoked and
removed from the device.
2
https://austparents.edu.au/parentech_resources/screentime
3 https://www.apple.com/au/apple-pencil/
4
https://k10outline.scsa.wa.edu.au/home/p-10-curriculum/curriculum-browser/english-v8
8Can my child install their own apps?
Parents are permitted to join an Apple ID to their device and install age-appropriate apps for personal
use. Apple’s terms and conditions state only children aged 13+ are able to create personal Apple IDs. We
highly recommend the use of family sharing and screen time to monitor your child’s device.
Students are expected to adhere to the Acceptable Use policy, stipulating students are not permitted to
delete school provided apps or use personally installed apps on school grounds.
Will there be a reduction in booklist costs?
1:1 year level booklists will be reduced to less than $100.
Will students be able to use their iPad during recess and lunch?
At this point in time, the iPad will be kept secured in the student’s classroom at recess and lunch. The
devices are to remain in the students’ school bags with the student before and after school.
What if my child forgets to bring their iPad to school?
In this case the student may be required to complete tasks without it and catch up on work in their own
time.
What headphones will my child need?
Any type of headphone is suitable.
Where will students charge their devices?
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that their device battery is fully charged at home each night.
Battery chargers are to be kept at home.
I chose purchase option 2, when will I need to supply the device to join SSP’s JAMF?
Parents will have the opportunity to supply the device to SSP in Week 9 of Term 4. The device will be
enrolled into JAMF and returned before the end of the week.
I am concerned about health issues.
Prolonged time in any position or activity may be of concern. This may include sitting and writing,
reading, sporting activities and screen time. Student activities are managed in the planning and delivery
of curriculum. In accordance with current research, our teachers embed regular breaks, active learning
when using technology and students are encouraged to get up and move around the classroom5. We
also use furniture that maintains good posture.
The 1:1 Project Team continues to work closely with our onsite Health Services to ensure the health
needs of our students are addressed.
5
http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/screen_time.html
9You can also read
