21a Errington St

PLYMPTON SA 5038 PH: (08) 8297 0488

Fax: (08) 8297 8430 E-mail: dl.0907.info@schools.sa.edu.au

www.plymptoncollege.sa.edu.au

2nd December 2016

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

In 2017 Plympton International College is introducing Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) for Years 7-12.

This means that students in discussed year levels will be able to bring their own computer/tablet

(device) to school, that meets the requirements of the hardware and software specifications

recommended for the BYOD. Students who do not choose to bring their own device (BYOD) will be

provided with a school borrowed computer and user agreement. This new arrangement provides

families with greater choice about the type of device they purchase and the frequency with which they

replace it. Thanks to some prudent investment in our communications infrastructure Plympton

International College students and staff are able to operate effectively with either Apple or Windows

based products and some use a combination of both.

To assist you with your decision, attached is a brief summary of both our own and broader research

findings into the important role that technology plays in learning. In order to support families when

purchasing a device for BYOD we have also enclosed some detailed information about the devices

required by students in 2017.

Our aim in providing you with the following information is to offer the maximum choice and flexibility

while also providing a high level of support. If you have any questions or would like to speak to one of

our staff about the BYOD program please do not hesitate to call our reception or email your questions

and comments directly to the following people.

Please sign and return the student agreement form to the home group teacher indicating

whether you will BYOD or continue to use school owned devices.

Questions about the BYOD, technical specifications of an existing device or compatibility issues can be

forwarded to the ICT department:

dl.0907.ictadmin@schools.sa.edu.au

Thank you in anticipation of your support as we prepare for 2017.

Yours sincerely

Linda Richardson

Principal

BYOD: Rationale

Digital technology is embedded in our society and as such the focus of technologies in teaching and learning has shifted

from whether or not to use them, to understanding which technologies can be used and how they can best be applied in a

range of educational contexts. The results of the Plympton International College Bilingual projects the use of digital technology in

education and demonstrates that the use of personal digital devices will:

Support and enable successful independent learning.

Allow for students to collaborate with peers and teachers using media rich technologies.

Engage students in a personal and differentiated learning journey.

Provide ‘Anywhere, Anytime’ learning.

Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving while enabling students to develop their creativity.

Organise learning and school activities on mobile devices that can be synchronised on all their devices.

Educational Activities

Student devices will be used to access resources, complete assignments, and for personal organization. Educational activities may

include researching information, producing documents, analysing data, participating in surveys, producing videos, reading e-books,

creating blogs, taking notes, or scheduling events.

Digital Citizenship

A focus of this initiative is digital citizenship, which is the responsible use of technology. Your child will continue to learn digital

skills, ethics, etiquette, and online safety. These are important aspects of participating in today’s world.

Safe and Secure

To maintain a safe and secure learning environment, a filtered Internet connection is provided for students. They will not be

permitted to use a personal broadband connection such as a 3G/4G phone network.

Responsibility

Students are solely responsible for their device. They must bring it fully charged to school. Similar to other personally owned items,

Plympton International College is not liable for loss, damage, misuse, or theft.

Technical Support

Resources will be provided to help students connect their device to the school network. Your child must be familiar with how to use

their device. Teachers will incorporate the use of your child’s device into learning. However, they will not provide technical support.

BYOD: Year Levels Requirements 2017

2017: Years 7 to 12: Students are encouraged to BYOD and have access to a laptop or tablet, specifications listed in the table

below. Students who do not choose to bring their own device (BYOD) will be provided with a school borrowed computer and user

agreement.

What is best for student learning, a laptop or a tablet?

There is no right answer to this question but rather a preferable choice for meeting specific needs. Both laptops and tablets offer

extremely convenient and powerful features. Choosing the best option for a particular user is essential. Parents are encouraged to

speak with their child and choose a device that best meets their individual needs.

Why Laptops for Years 7 to 12?

Laptops perform all the tasks available on a desktop but in a mobile, compact device.

The large screen allows students to engage in extensive research.

The full keyboard means a faster rate of typing can be achieved, with many laptop/tablet hybrids offering both a

touchscreen keyboard in addition to the full keyboard, offering maximum flexibility.

Increased data storage

The ability to work with a wide variety of accessories and plug-ins.

The functionality of software applications and the processing power of the laptop allows for the creation and presentation

of more detailed work.

The CORE mobile device is a minimum requirement. Consistent with the Acceptable Use of Information Communication

Technology Policy, students will also have opportunities to use other personal digital devices to supports their diverse learning

styles.

BYOD: Purchase Options

Plympton International College devices for BYOD are Apple MacBook Air, Microsoft Dell and iPad Air 2 but you can bring other

devices that meet the schools requirements. Our school website will provide access to a portal linking to ‘Comp Now’ for

purchasing devices at discounted school prices, including 3 years insurance.

Minimum Specifications Recommended when selecting a Laptop

Minimum specifications when using an existing Laptop Minimum specifications when purchasing a Laptop

13-14 “ screen recommended

Intel i3 processor

4GB Ram

128GB Hard drive or more

Intel® Dual Band Wireless- 802.11a/b/g/n

(2.4/5.0Ghz),

USB Ports ,Webcam

Minimum Battery life: 8 hours

We could also recommend an ideal weight <2kg

Hard cover protective case/ carry bag

Apple & Windows (supported)

Intel Core i3 / i5

13-14 “screen recommended

4GB

128GB Hard drive / Solid State Drive or more

SD" Card Reader (optional)

Intel® Dual Band Wireless- 802.11a/b/g/n

Minimum Battery life: 8 hours

Intel® HD Graphics with 128 MB of dedicated system

memory

audio/video recording

2 x USB Ports

Hard cover protective case/ carry bag

Why are the minimum specifications being set at this level?

To optimize the laptop learning experience a minimum 13” screen or larger is required

Win 8 requires at least 4GB of ram

Apple software: OS X Yosemite or Mountain Lion. Microsoft: Windows 8 or 10

128 GB hard drive is the minimum to allow some personal storage

Wireless operates on dual band.

USB Ports and Webcam are standard requirements

Minimum 8hrs battery life is required. Students are encouraged to charge their devices at home but emergency charging options will be available at school.

Minimum Specifications Recommended when selecting an iPad

iPad 2 iPad Air New iPad

with Retina display

Minimum specifications when using an existing

iPad

Minimum specifications when purchasing an iPad

iPad 2, 3 or Air

Wi-Fi 32GB

9.7-inch (diagonal) display

iPad with Retina Display

Wi-Fi 32GB

9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit Multi-Touch display

with IPS technology

2048x1536 resolution at 264 pixels per inch (ppi)

Weight (Wi-Fi): 652 g (1.44 pounds)

Why are the minimum specifications being set at this level?

Existing iPad: iPad 1 is already 4 years old and new release of iOS (operating system) will not run, neither will new apps

New Purchase: Retina display improves the reading/ visibility of text, images etc.-32GB is the smallest size of iPad

Warranty Agreements and Insurance Options

Plympton International College recommends families consider warranty agreements and insurance options, particularly in regards

to replacement or repair of faulty or damaged units and the use of anti-virus software for use of the device off-campus. It is also

recommended that families supply a protective cover for BYOD devices.

Recommended software to install on your devices

Google Chrome - http://bit.ly/1Al1dpg

Adobe Reader - http://bit.ly/1udabwk

Adobe Digital Editions - http://adobe.ly/1xPv3hI

Firefox - http://mzl.la/1heu2Ys

Flash Player - http://adobe.ly/1bZLFM9

iTunes - http://bit.ly/1uLPqgH

Java - http://bit.ly/1ifyW8R

QuickTime Player - http://bit.ly/11j5f2q

Shockwave - http://adobe.ly/1gy5Dep

VLC Player - http://bit.ly/1vryj5C

CONNECTING TO THE SCHOOL NETWORK

Information

Prior to connecting their devices to the school’s Wi-Fi network, students must return a BYOD Student Agreement.

The BYOD Student Agreement must be signed by the student and by a parent/caregiver. If a student is living independently of their parents/caregivers or is 18 years of age or more, there is no requirement to obtain the signature of a parent/caregiver. Principals will make these determinations.

Students must have a supported operating system and current antivirus software. If you have a Windows Device you can download a free product called Microsoft Security Essentials. If you have a MAC you can download AVG free.

Students are responsible to ensure the unit is updated regularly and free from virus activity.

All the software installations should be done at home and are responsible for ensuring the operating system and all software on their device is legally and appropriately licensed.

Students are responsible for managing the battery life of their device. Students should ensure that their devices are fully charged before bringing them to school. Schools are not responsible for (or restricted from) providing facilities for students to charge their devices.

Students are responsible for securing and protecting their device in schools, and while travelling to and from school. This includes protective/carry cases and exercising common sense when storing the device.

Students must not leave their devices at school and should take them home every day.

Students should clearly label their device for identification purposes. Labels should not be easily removable.

Students must avoid inappropriate websites.

Students are not allowed to play games at school. Games will install Trojans and Malware on your system and degrade the performance of the system so avoid installing them.

Students are responsible for all of your school work data or use cloud storage ie one drive ensure you keep backups on a separate storage device such as USB and at home.

Connecting Devices to the School Wi-Fi network

You must have installed a DECD security certificate (SA Cert) on your device before you connect to the internet (this must done at home).The link to obtain the certificate is shown below: http://ca.schools.sa.edu.au

Instructions on how to install the certificate on your device can be obtained

You must have a school account to access on wireless system

You must connect to the wireless network before you can access the internet.

All students are expected to login to Learnlink to access the internet and your school email www.learnlink.sa.edu.au (subject to change if school changes internet provider ie nuscope)

How to connect to the School Wireless system

1. Click on the wireless connection icon at the bottom right of your screen.

2. Select WLS_Secure_ wireless, enter curriculum logon details and click Connect. 3. Install the Security Certificates according to the instruction sheet provided for each device. 4. Configure the proxy settings according to the instructions on the sheet provided.

***You can collect instruction sheets from the School’s ICT Office.

BYOD Printing

Documents can be in PDF, Word, and Excel, PowerPoint or an image file format to print

Instructions on How to Print:

1. Open the browser and type in the following address

http://10.72.104.62:9191/user

2. Enter your curriculum logon details

3. Once you’ve logged in, the PaperCut summary window will load. Click the “Web Print” link on the left hand side of the

window.

1. This is the Web print window. To begin click the “Submit a Job” link.

2. The next window will have a list of printers. Go ahead and select whichever printer you wish to print to. Scroll down to the

bottom of the window and click the “Print Options and Account Selection” button to continue.

6. Select the number of copies of your document you wish to print and click “Upload Document.”

7. Now select your document to upload by clicking “Browse.” Please make sure your document is in one of the listed

supported document types. Note: If you are using a Mac and your document is not a supported type, you can go to File ->

Print, and then click the “Save as PDF” option. Once you’ve saved it you can upload this PDF instead.

8. A file upload window will open. Navigate to where your file is saved, select it and click “Upload.” The window will close.

Then click “Upload and Complete” to print your document.

BYOD CompNow devices to purchase through the Plympton International College portal

21a Errington St

PLYMPTON SA 5038 PH: (08) 8297 0488

Fax: (08) 8297 8430 E-mail: dl.0907.info@schools.sa.edu.au

www.plymptoncollege.sa.edu.au

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Once you have decided whether you are going to BYOD or use School Owned Devices can you please return the signed Student BYOD User Acceptance form or the Student School Provided Device User Acceptance Form to the school asap to begin planning for 2017. Please only return 1 form: either BYOD or School provided form.

If you are purchasing a new device, you can buy one at any computer store or through the ‘BYOD Comp Now computer portal’ which the School has negotiated special education prices on selected packages. The 6 months interest free option provides an opportunity to pay of the device and is a more affordable choice if you need to buy multiple devices.

Families are able to purchase laptops or iPads through our CompNow portal which can be accessed by the school website in the parent information.Orders can be placed at any time, generally taking 10 working days. Once your order arrives you will be notified so that you can collect it from the school.

Before you Bring Your Own Device into the school you will need to install software to connect your device to the school Wi-Fi and Learnlink. Please visit the school website, in student information, BYOD How to connect devices for instructions and software.

Questions about the BYOD, technical specifications of an existing device or compatibility issues can be

addressed at the ICT help desk in the resource centre, or forwarded to the ICT department e-mail below:

dl.0907.ictadmin@schools.sa.edu.au

Thank you in anticipation of your support as we prepare for 2017.

Yours sincerely

Linda Richardson

Principal

21a Errington St PLYMPTON SA 5038

PH: (08) 8297 0488 Fax: (08) 8297 8430

E-mail: dl.0907.info@schools.sa.edu.au www.plymptoncollege.sa.edu.au

Student School Provided Device

User Acceptance Form

Last Name: _____________________________ First Name: _________________________

I understand that the Device provided for access at school, is the property of Plympton International College & then Department for Education & Child Development (DECD).

I agree to all of the terms of the Plympton International College ‘Acceptable Use of Learning Technologies Policy’.

I will collect the device assigned to me each day from the ICT office in the resource centre.

I will not take the device off site at any time.

I will return the device to the ICT office in the resource centre in the same condition in which it was provided to me at the end of each day or when leaving early.

Devices may only be collected or returned before school 8:25am-8:40am, recess, lunch & after school 3:05pm-3:30pm.

I will report any damage or malfunction to the ICT office in the resource centre.

I am aware that access may be monitored and recorded and that Plympton International College devices may be inspected at any time to examine appropriateness of content and usage.

I will not allow any other individuals to use the device that has been provided for my use.

I understand that a violation of the terms and conditions set out in the policy may result in the restriction and/or termination of my use of the Plympton Interantional College devices, school network access, and may result in referral to SA Police and further disciplinary action in compliance with PIC Student Behaviour Management Policy.

Pairing of a mobile phone to the device is strictly prohibited.

I am aware that signing and returning this form constitutes a commitment to pay in case of damage or loss due to my negligence (as determined by the Principal). I will replace or pay the full cost of replacement of the damaged or lost equipment with equipment of equal value and functionality subject to the approval of PIC administration. PIC policies relating to the recovery of debts will apply.

I will use this device for educational & school related purposes only.

Please print and sign document, then return to your home group teacher. The home group teacher will then return it to the ICT office.

Student Signature: ________________________ Parent Signature: ____________________________

HG: ____________________________________ Parent Name: _______________________________

Date: ______________ Date: ______________

Student ID (if available): ____________________________

21a Errington St PLYMPTON SA 5038

PH: (08) 8297 0488 Fax: (08) 8297 8430

E-mail: dl.0907.info@schools.sa.edu.au www.plymptoncollege.sa.edu.au

Student BYOD

User Acceptance Form

Last Name______________________________ First Name_____________________________________

What device are you bringing? eg Brand, tablet/laptop_________________________________________

Students must read and sign the BYOD Student Agreement in the company of a parent or caregiver unless otherwise

directed by the principal.

I agree that I will abide by the school’s BYOD policy and that:

I will use the department’s Wi-Fi network for learning.

I will use my device during school activities at the direction of the teacher.

I will not attach any school-owned equipment to my mobile device without the permission of the school.

I will use my own portal/internet log-in details and will never share them with others.

I will stay safe by not giving my personal information to strangers.

I will not hack or bypass any hardware and software security implemented by the department or my school.

I will not use my own device to knowingly search for, link to, access or send anything that is:

offensive

pornographic

threatening

abusive or

defamatory

considered to be bullying.

I will report inappropriate behaviour and inappropriate material to my teacher.

I understand that my activity on the internet is recorded and that these records may be used in investigations,

court proceedings or for other legal reasons.

I acknowledge that the school cannot be held responsible for any damage to, or theft of my device.

I understand and have read the limitations of the manufacturer’s warranty on my device, both in duration and in

coverage.

I will use this device for educational & school related purposes only.

I have read the BYOD Student Responsibilities document and agree to comply with the requirements.

I have reviewed the BYOD Device Requirements document and have ensured my device meets the minimum

outlined specifications.

Please print and sign document, then return to your home group teacher. The home group teacher will then

return it to the ICT office.

Student Signature _________________________ Parent Signature ____________________________ HG: ____________________________________ Parent Name: _______________________________ Date: ______________ Date: ______________ Student ID (if available) ____________________