iPad Program (iPride)

We have conducted our own research within the school and have determined that there are several advantages for student learning with the iPad device. They are much lighter for children to carry and there are many existing apps that are relevant to our academic program.

Furthermore, they are portable, can be used by students to create content on interactive white boards and encourage inquiry- and problem-based learning as well as cross-discipline curricula. Also, they are a source for immediate feedback and all-class participation, peer-to-peer and teacher-student collaboration, and the teacher is no longer confined to the front of the class when teaching.

Our Junior School students have been using iPads in the classroom for the past four years. Grade 9 students have the option of using an iPad or Macbook. Grade 10 and 11 students are all using their own Macbooks. Pre-U students are encouraged to use a MacBook Pro, but can bring any type of laptop. As we prepare students for their post-secondary education, the development of computer literacy is essential.

 

 

At the moment, students will use the iPad from grade 7 through grade 9. Grade 10 and 11 will continue to require a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air, as it is best suited for the needs and demands of the curriculum.

The applications we suggest for word processing are: Apple Pages and Google Docs.

Your child’s device will include all the necessary apps relevant for the program and will be installed during the fist week of school for grades 7, 8 and 9. See list of applications on the "iPad Applications" tab of page.

Files will be stored on iCloud as well as Google Drive. This will be handled during the first week of school.

A protective iPad case and screen protector is included. Please keep these on the iPad at all times.

The LCC Helpdesk will offer a loaner during the time the iPad is being repaired.