Security
The College does not have the physical space to provide lockers for all students. Responsibility for the security of the device will rest entirely with the student. Classroom security cannot be guaranteed and in the interests of protecting staff they will not be allowed to handle or store student devices. Students will need to know where their device is at all times and never leave it unattended. A device should only be used by the owner. Devices should be clearly named. Parents should check with their insurer to see what level of protection is provided.
Student Responsibility
Students will need to look after their devices and treat them with care. They should ensure that they bring them to school fully charged. They will be expected to work in battery mode. Important work will need to be backed up either to another device (e.g. memory stick, external drive) or to the internet. If students cannot access work on their computer they will need to work in the traditional way. Students should be familiar with and abide by all aspects of the Cybersafety Agreement which they signed as part of the enrolment process. A copy of this can be accessed from the school website.
Classroom Use
The device is to support the students learning for educational purposes. Students will not be permitted to listen to music or communicate with each other during lessons (e.g. chat, Skype, email, etc) unless directed by a teacher. Headphones must be used when watching video clips. Non-compliance and off-task behaviour will be managed in the usual way through the College’s behaviour policy and processes.
The Network
All students have access a wireless connection at school which provides them with access to the Internet. We have sophisticated filtering in place to prevent access to inappropriate material but the ultimate responsibility rests with the user. All internet traffic is monitored and can be tracked to an individual. Students may not use the school network to engage in illegal activities including copyright infringement. Cyberbullying
The College has a zero tolerance of all forms of bullying. Any bullying should be reported immediately so that it can be dealt with.
Printing
The College cannot currently provide printing services for students from their own devices. They will need to print from a school computer.