2016-2017 LSA Technology Updates

2016-2017
LSA Technology
Updates
iPad Model Requirements for 2016-2017
For the 2016-2017 school year, we highly recommend Wi-Fi only/
16GB specifications for the:
The serial number can be found on the back of the iPad or under
“Settings/About”. There are several companies who offer extended
coverage for iPads:
• Retina display (4th generation)
• Safeware - safeware.com/home.aspx
• iPad Air
• Worth Ave. Group worthavegroup.com/product/ipad-insurance/
• iPad Air 2
iPad 2 and iPad 3 generation models lack features we use at LSA
• GoCareGroup – GoCare.com
The iPad mini and the iPad Pro are not acceptable school models.
Currently, the iPad Air 2, 16GB, Wi-Fi only, is available for sale at the
$399 price point on Apple’s online store. The student wireless network is protected by an effective website filtering program that restricts access to websites and web-based programs that are inappropriate for school use. Therefore, we recommend Wi-Fi only models, instead of models with 3G and 4G service. The iPad mini and the iPad
Pro are not an acceptable school model. Families interested in purchasing a model with more storage capacity can compare options
available here: http://apple.com/ipad/compare.
Apple IDs for Students Under Age 13
If your student is entering 5th grade or is a new 6th grade student,
Apple IDs will be assigned by LSA. All educational apps required for
school will be provided by LSA. Your child will be provided his/her
Apple ID the first week of school. It is not possible to purchase
personal apps with this LSA-assigned Apple ID.
Graphicom, located at 1199 S. Donahue Dr. in Auburn (next to Kinnucan’s), is the local Apple reseller. They offer discounts for LSA families
on device purchases.
To c h e c k t h e w a r r a n t y s t a t u s o f y o u r i P a d , g o t o
https://checkcoverage.apple.com.
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websites and web-based programs that are inappropriate for school
use.
If Your Child Will Be in PreK-Grade 4:
What you need to know:
All educational apps required for school will be provided by LSA.
LSA owns, secures and updates all technology used by students in
grades PreK-4, including iPads and MacBooks. In Pre-K through grade
4, iPads will be in each classroom. The iPads on these carts will be the
property of Lee-Scott Academy and will remain on campus at all times.
What you need to do:
By the opening of school in August, you will need to:
• Purchase an iPad according to the specifications provided (see iPad
Model Requirements for 2016-2017). We strongly recommend the
purchase of AppleCare+ or a third party warranty to keep devices in
working order.
A mobile cart of MacBook Airs will be available for check-out from the
Elementary Technology Center and classroom use by all elementary
teachers.
What you need to do:
• If your child is under the age of 13, your child’s Apple ID is provided
by LSA. (See AppleIDs for Students Under the Age of 13).
Continue to partner with LSA in teaching and monitoring appropriate
use of technology at home. Best practices used at home and in the
classroom reinforce appropriate use and help keep children safe. Lists
of apps being used at each grade level will be provided to parents and
students for use at home on personally owned devices.
• If you did not attend a student/parent session at the end of the 20152016 school year, attend the required student/parent session before
the start of the 2016-2107 school year.
What it will cost:
There is no additional cost for students in PreK through Grade 4.
Monday, August 8
5:30-6:00 p.m.
Cafetorium
Attendance is required to ensure your fifth grade student is ready
to participate in first day of school activities. Students’ iPads will
be profiled during the first week of school.
If Your Child Will Be in Grade 5:
What you need to know:
• Continue to partner with the school in teaching and monitoring appropriate use of technology at home - especially controlled and responsible use of the Internet.
Fifth grade students are required to have an iPad (see iPad Model Requirements for 2016-2017). The iPads will be used as a tool for
practice/reinforcement of skills, research, note-taking, accessing
coursework, and collaboration. The student wireless network is protected by an effective website filtering program that restricts access to
• Carefully read the Frequently Asked Questions section in this document for detailed answers to questions and links to access more information.
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• If you did not attend a student/parent session at the end of the 20152016 school year and are new to LSA, attend the required student/
parent session before the start of the 2015-2106 school year.
If Your Child Will Be in Grade 6:
What you need to know:
Monday, August 8
5:30-6:00 p.m.
Cafetorium
Sixth grade students are required to have an iPad (see iPad Model Requirements for 2016-2017). The iPads will be used as a tool for
practice/reinforcement of skills, research, note-taking, accessing
coursework, and collaboration. The student wireless network is protected by an effective website filtering program that restricts access to
websites and web-based programs that are inappropriate for school
use.
All app purchases will be the responsibility of the student; however, to
avoid excessive expenses to our families, there will be limitations on
the number/ cost of paid apps teachers can require.
• Continue to partner with the school in teaching and monitoring appropriate use of technology at home - especially controlled and responsible use of the Internet.
What you need to do:
• Carefully read the Frequently Asked Questions section in this document for detailed answers to questions and links to access more information.
Attendance is required to ensure your sixth grade student is
ready to participate in first day of school activities. Students’
iPads will be profiled during the first week of school.
By the opening of school in August, you will need to:
• Purchase an iPad according to the specifications provided (see iPad
Model Requirements for 2016-2017). We strongly recommend the
purchase of AppleCare+ or a third party warranty to keep devices in
working order.
• If your child is under the age of 13 AND new to LSA, an Apple ID will
be assigned by LSA. (See AppleIDs for Students Under the Age of
13).
• If you ARE NOT new to LSA, view and obtain the free and paid apps
your student will need in sixth grade. A list of required apps (both
paid and free) is available on the LSA website.
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What you need to do:
If Your Child Will Be in Grades 7-12:
• View and obtain the free and paid apps needed for classes. A list of
required apps (both paid and free) is available on the LSA website
before school begins.
What you need to know:
All students in grades 7-12 are required to have an iPad (see iPad
Model Specifications for 2016-2017) at the beginning of school. These
devices are used as a tool for research, note- taking, accessing coursework, and practice/ reinforcement of skills.
• Continue to partner with the school in teaching and monitoring appropriate use of technology at home - especially controlled and responsible use of the Internet. Carefully read the Frequently Asked
Questions section in this document for detailed answers to
questions and links to access more information.
Individual teachers will continue researching ways in which utilization
of the iPad will enhance curriculum requirements. We continue to investigate electronic options that can be effectively utilized for our students
and reduce – or eliminate – the backpack baggage. Not all text-books
are available at this time. However, a growing number of textbooks and
electronic instructional resources are becoming available and being utilized by our faculty.
LSA Technology Program Overview
GRADE LEVEL
The student wireless network is protected by a website filtering program that limits access to websites and web-based programs that are
inappropriate for school use.
All app purchases will be the responsibility of the student; however, to
avoid excessive expenses to our families, there will be limitations on
the number/ cost of paid apps teachers can require. The list of required apps (both paid and free) will be made available on the LSA
website before the beginning of school.
It is recommended that each child have his/her own Apple ID. This ID
can follow students throughout their school years and provide them
access to all purchases – school and personal – regardless of the device. You may set up a NON-CREDIT CARD account capable of redeeming paid apps only through the use of an iTunes gift card. Families with more than one child may choose to set up family sharing in
order to share purchased apps across family-owned devices.
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TOOLS
PreK-Grade 2
•iPads dedicated to each
classroom
•Laptop cart of 11” MacBook
Airs available for check out
Grades 3-4
•iPad carts dedicated to each
classroom
•Laptop cart of 11” MacBook
Airs available for check out
Elementary Technology Center
Equipped with 13” MacBook
Airs and iPads
Grades 5-12
•1:1 iPads (purchased by
student)
•Laptop cart of 11” MacBook
Airs available for check out
Secondary Technology Center
Equipped with desktop PCs
and 13” MacBook Airs
filter so that content from Internet browsers, such as Safari, will only
include educationally appropriate materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions specific to students in PreK-Grade 4:
Questions specific to students in Grades 5-12:
Will lower school students be a part of the 1:1 program?
When will grades 5-12 be required to have an iPad at school?
In PreK through grade 2, iPads will be in each classroom. For students
in grades 3-4, grade-level carts with iPads will be provided for each
classroom. A mobile cart of MacBook Airs will be available for checkout and classroom use by all elementary teachers. The iPads will be
the property of Lee-Scott Academy and will remain on campus at all
times.
All students in grades 5-12 are required to have an iPad at the beginning of school in August 2016 (see iPad Model Specifications for 20162017).
How will iPads be utilized for school?
These devices are used as a tool for collaboration,research, notetaking, accessing coursework, and practice/reinforcement of skills.
If students in PreK through Grade 4 already own an iPod Touch,
iPad, or another tablet can they use it?
Will e-textbooks replace traditional texts?
In the elementary division grades PreK through Grade 4, students and
parents may request access to a list of apps being used at school that
they are welcome to load on personally owned devices for home practice. We ask that students in PreK through Grade 4 not bring personal
devices to school.
Not all textbooks are available at this time. A growing number of electronic and multi-touch textbooks are becoming available. Individual
teachers will continue researching ways in which utilization of the iPad
will enhance curriculum requirements. This includes investigating electronic options that can be effectively utilized for our students to reduce
– or eliminate – the backpack baggage.
What apps will be used in the elementary division?
Can my child print from the iPad?
Lists of apps being used at each grade level will be provided parents
and students for use at home on personally owned devices.
While we hope to significantly reduce paper consumption through the
use of the iPad, there are several networked printers available to
students. At home, the iPad can communicate easily with newer printers having AirPrint and ePrint capabilities. Another option is using
email to move documents to another device for printing purposes.
Will the school provide filtering to prevent access to inappropriate
websites or applications?
The student wireless network is protected by an effective website filtering program that restricts access to websites and web-based programs that are inappropriate for school use. When connected to LSA’s
Wi-Fi network, student devices with the LSA profile are protected by a
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Who will provide the iPads?
How much will the iPad cost?
Each family of students in grades 5-12 is required to provide the iPad
(see iPad Model Requirements for 2016-2017) for their student(s).
Currently, the price on the iPad Air 2 is $399. (For a comparison of
models and features, visit www.apple.com/ipad/compare.) iPads come
with one year of hardware repair coverage and 90 days of telephone
tech support. AppleCare+ for iPad at $99 provides two years of repair
coverage. (visit www.apple.com for more detailed information on the
AppleCare+ program).
If students already own an iPad or another tablet can they use it?
All students in grades 5-12 are required to bring their own iPad. Having
a consistent platform enables our teachers and students to create an
effective learning environment.
Where can I purchase an iPad?
What are the minimum iPad specifications required?
Apple: The minimum specifications required for students for the 2016-2017
school year are the iPad (4th generation) with retina display, 16GB with
WiFi. For additional information, see iPad Model Requirements for
2016-2017.
Should my student’s iPad have personal files, apps and music?
The use of iPads at Lee-Scott Academy presumes that students and
parents understand that academic content take precedence over personal files, apps, or music and that personal files, apps and music
must be removed if space limitations require it for completion of academic work.
Any Apple store: Birmingham, Columbus, Atlanta; or at www.apple.com)
Graphicom: 1199 S Donahue Drive, Suite D, Auburn 334-821-6044
BestBuy: TigerTown store at www.bestbuy.com
Amazon: www.amazon.com
What type case/cover is required?
Students are required to have a case for their iPads. Many different
types of iPad cases and covers that provide a range of protection are
available online and at local retail outlets. Some of the many options
available include:
Are any of the iPad Pro models accepted?
Otterbox: www.otterbox.com/
Pelican HardBack Case: www.pelican.com/
Case Crown: www.casecrown.com/
Survivor: http://store.griffintechnology.com/ipad/
iBallz: www.iballz.info
Not at this time.
Is the iPad Mini acceptable?
Not at this time.
Is an iPad with a cellular data connection required?
No. LSA is a Wi-Fi campus. In fact, we will be requiring students to
turn off cellular access on their iPads during school hours.
(Many other cases are available. Amazon.com is also a great resource.)
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Since this will be a personally-owned device, will we have to register it with the school to log in to campus Wi-Fi?
lies, there will be limitations on the number/cost of paid apps teachers
can require. A Required Apps list is posted on the website.
Yes. Profiles are installed on school-owned and student-owned devices in order to access LSA's Wi-Fi network. The profile enables restrictions for media content and are based on the approximate age of
the grade level. These restrictions are activated on and off campus.
While restrictions control media content, such as movies, TV shows,
apps and explicit music, they do not restrict what can be accessed
while on the Internet. IPads for students in grades 7-12 will be profiled
during schedule pickup.
Should 5th-12th grade students have their own Apple ID?
It is recommended that each child have their own Apple ID. This ID can
follow students throughout their school years and provide them access
to all purchases – school and personal – regardless of the device.
Students under the age of 13 who are in 5th grade or are new to LSA
will have an Apple ID provided for them through the school. You may
set up a NON-CREDIT CARD account capable of redeeming paid apps
only through the use of an iTunes gift card.
Fifth and sixth grade student iPads will be configured during the first
week of school.
Will the iPad be used in every class, everyday?
Not necessarily. The intent of the 1:1 initiative is to incorporate technology into instruction in all subject areas. Some material more easily
lends itself to enhancement through available apps and electronic resources. Apps will not drive the curriculum, but there are many
subject-related and productivity apps available that can enhance the
learning process.
Will the school provide filtering to prevent access to inappropriate
websites or applications?
The student wireless network is protected by an effective website filtering program that limits access to websites and web-based programs
that are inappropriate for school use. When connected to LSA’s Wi-Fi
network, student devices with the LSA student profile will be protected
by a filter so that content from Internet browser such as Safari, will
only include educationally appropriate materials. The filter does not
work off campus, and parental guidance is suggested for access off
campus.
Should students back up information on their iPads?
Definitely! iCloud automatically backs up the most important data on
your device. Once you have enabled Backup on your iPad in Settings
> iCloud > Backup & Storage, it will run on a daily basis as long as
your device is connected to Internet over Wi-Fi, connected to a power
source, and has the screen locked. iPads can also be backed up to
iTunes. For specific directions on backing up your iPad, visit:
support.apple.com/kb/ht1766.
Will students be able to charge their iPads at school? Students
should come to school with the device fully charged, just as they
would come to school prepared with books, paper, and pencils.
What apps will be required?
On student-owned equipment, all app purchases will be the responsibility of the student. However, to avoid excessive expenses to our fami7
How can I as a parent control Internet access for my child on the
iPad?
A word about discipline regarding the use of these devices...
Lee-Scott Academy reserves the right to access and inspect any student’s device, anytime, for any reason – even if it is personally owned –
including and especially if the device is used inappropriately. More information about this can be found on the Responsible Use Policies for
each grade level, available on the LSA web site.
There are several Internet browsers that allow parents to set limits to
sites students can view. Mobicip (www.mobicip.com/) and Covenant
Eyes (www.covenanteyes.com/) are two options you may want to explore. Common Sense Media (www.commonsensemedia.org) is a notfor-profit organization that is recommended for parents interested in
pursuing more information and resources about the digital world and
their children.
Will my child need a computer even if he/she has an iPad?
The iPad was not designed as a complete computer replacement, but
has advanced in its capability as both a consumption and a creation
device through iWorks (Pages, Keynote, Numbers) and other apps to
handle the vast majority of student needs. Stationary PC desktops in
the secondary lab and the library will also be available for student use
and instruction for grades 7-12. Mobile MacBook carts stocked with
11” MacBook Airs are available for checkout by teachers for use in individual classrooms. Some students may prefer to add a wireless keyboard to their iPad, but it is not a required accessory.
Where can my child securely store his/her iPad during participation in extracurricular activities?
Lockers are available for student use in both academic and athletic
buildings. School-issued locks for secondary building lockers are available from homeroom teachers beginning the first day of school.
Students are responsible for providing their own locks for their P.E.
lockers. Students are strongly encouraged to secure their iPads in their
lockers or in a school provided storage cart located in the coaches' offices during after school practices. Replacing lost, stolen or damaged
personally-owned devices is the responsibility of the student/family.
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