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.

All incoming grade 7 students require a Pencil ready iPad, Apple or Logitech pencil, earbuds, keyboard, an Apple Care Package and protective case. The device needs to be the current generation iPad 128 GB or newer device. Starting this year, students may use an iPad Pro. Note that although the iPad Air 128 GB has been discontinued, we will support use of this model. Families who wish to use a currently owned iPad should note the following specifications:

• Must be 128 GB
• Must be reset to factory setting
• Must be pencil ready

It is required for grade 7 and highly recommended for grades 8 and 9.

The iPad 128 GB with AppleCare+, purchased through Apple.com, is $598 + $115 (Apple Pencil), + $130 (wireless keyboard).

If you already own an iPad Air 2 or iPad Pro, your child will be able to use it. However, storage needs to be at least 128 GB and must be set as a new iPad before starting school.

The pencil ready iPad 128 GB was released in March 2018. It includes the A9 chip, which enables apps to run quickly.

The iPad bundle includes the iPad 128 GB, lighting to USB cable, USB power adapter and Apple Care+.

You can purchase the iPad 128 GB through any authorized vendor. Be sure to request educational pricing.

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.

It is possible so long as the device respects the minimum requirements for the Grade 7 iPad 128 GB program and it is clean and factory reset.

Since July 2018 Apple Education has required schools to add all iPads into their mobile device management system (Molsyle). This system allows us to send apps directly to the students, monitor application use during school hours and provide teachers and parents with options to support students' learning.

Grade 7 students will have the apps pushed to them through the mobile management system during the first week of September. Grade 8 and 9 students will update the required apps during the first week of school.

Every iPad comes with one year of hardware repair coverage through its limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary support. AppleCare+ for iPad extends your coverage to two years from the original purchase date of your iPad and adds up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a $49 service fee plus applicable tax. In addition, you’ll get 24/7 priority access to Apple experts via chat or phone.

Every MacBook Pro comes with a one-year limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary telephone technical support. Extend your coverage to three years from the original purchase date of your Mac with the AppleCare Protection Plan. You’ll get direct, one-stop access to Apple’s award-winning telephone technical support for questions about your Mac, MacOS and Apple-branded applications such as Photos, iMovie, GarageBand and more. In addition, you’ll get 24/7 priority access to Apple experts via chat or phone. You can even get local repair service when you visit other countries around the world.

LCC Helpdesk supports network issues and basic troubleshooting for software issues. Any hardware issues must be resolved through Apple Support Centres.

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 sturdy case for your child's device is required and is the best way to protect the device.

By purchasing AppleCare+ for the iPad, the device is covered for two years and adds up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a $49 service fee plus taxes.

By purchasing AppleCare for the MacBook Pro the device is covered for three years which provides global repair coverage for both parts and labour at Apple authorized repair centres.