Last Day of Term 3 (Early Dismissal)
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Parents should ensure their child(ren) have a clear understanding of their obligations regarding the usage and care of college devices and technology. This includes compliance with the college’s published policies and procedures, such as the Device Use and Agreement Protocols.
We understand that managing your child’s “digital life” at home can be challenging. To assist you, the Department for Education offers a range of resources focusing on online safety and responsible use of digital devices.
A link to these resources can be found here: https://www.education.sa.gov.au/parents-and-families/safety-and-wellbeing/bullying-and-cyberbullying/online-safety-support/online-safety-supporting-safe-and-responsible-use
This page provides practical advice on guiding children in using the internet responsibly, understanding the risks of online activities, and recognising signs of cyberbullying. It also offers tools and strategies to help parents communicate effectively with their children about online safety, fostering a supportive environment where children feel comfortable discussing their online experiences.
Engaging with this resource empowers parents to protect their children and promote positive online behaviour.
Our Digital Cyber Safety Policy ensures all members of the Aldinga Payinthi College community understand:
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Our Device Use and Agreement Protocols cover management and use of learner devices at Aldinga Payinthi College. It includes all devices that are managed by college systems. The following protocols protect college assets and support a learning experience for all learners.
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Learners are expected to:
Devices should be stored safely in lockers during breaks and transported carefully to and from college.
Families join the laptop program by signing a purchase agreement.
It includes:
Laptops are issued during Term 1 rollout sessions or individually upon enrolment.
The device remains college property until paid in full.
Families who cannot commit to a purchase option may apply for a Loan Laptop Agreement.
Loan devices:
This option ensures equitable access while maintaining device consistency.
Each device will be equipped with a range of approved apps configured for use on the College’s network. Additional approved apps may be deployed as needed to support the curriculum. Apps may also be uninstalled without notice.
App installation restrictions will be set on the device, but additional software may be made available by the College through a self-service app (Company Portal) and installed as needed. Some key applications are as follows:
This list of applications and platforms is subject to change.
Non-educational software or games are not to be installed on the laptop. Situations where learners are using non-educational software, games and files at college will be addressed as per the Device Use and Agreement Protocols. Parents are encouraged to regularly monitor the contents of devices.
The laptops purchased by the college will have the same specifications to assist in the management of hardware, software and teaching and learning.
The HP ProBook has been selected for high durability, long battery life and suitability for secondary learning.
Key features include:
All devices are pre-configured with educational software and managed through our secure system.
The college maintains a no BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy, ensuring that all learners have access to the same high-quality tools, managed infrastructure, and consistent software, which aligns with our educational values.
This ensures:
Privately-owned devices cannot be connected to college systems and cannot be supported by ICT services.
Our 1-to-1 Laptop Program ensures every secondary learner has access to a reliable, high-quality device for learning. Using one consistent device model supports our vision for equitable, innovative learning and enables teachers to work more effectively with the same tools their learners use.
The program provides:
Families can access the college’s 1-to-1 Laptop Program by signing a purchase agreement, securing a laptop for their child.
Agreements are structured to offer financial flexibility, with the option to pay in manageable instalments across the learner’s secondary years. Laptops remain managed and owned by the college until paid in full.
We understand that circumstances don’t always allow for this commitment. Options exist to complete an agreement to access a loan laptop under certain conditions
This device will offer a balance of performance and portability suitable for educational use.
iPads are powerful, easy to use and versatile. They are designed for a variety of purposes that make them a valuable part of the learning activities at the college.
– Preschool – Year 2: Shared iPads which remain at the college. These devices are owned by the college.
– Years 3 – 6: 1:1 iPads which remain at the college. These devices are owned by the college.
– Years 7 – 12: Shared borrowable iPads which remain at the college.
– Specialised Learning Areas: Generic iPads with…
All iPads are owned by the college and are provided at no cost.
Definitions
Shared iPads can have multiple users sign in and out of the same iPad. These iPads can’t be taken home. These iPads are charged in charging cabinets or trolleys located around the college.
1-to-1 iPads are for individual use and can only have one user. Currently used by years 3 to 6 and the iPads remain at the college in their specified charging cart.
Generic iPads are for general shared use and are usually configured to fulfil a specific requirement or need.