DIGITAL DEVICES

Melville SHS supports the philosophy of using ICT based pedagogy and approved technologies to support the teaching and learning program in the school.

Melville SHS allows staff, students and parents to access the school network to use online services for educational purposes with school owned resources and approved personally owned devices. GDM students are required to bring MacBook and will be advised separately.

The approved personally owned student digital device must:

• Be an up-to-date iPad or MacBook
• Be able to receive IOS or MacOS updates to maintain its security status
• Have a strong protective case with a keyboard

An iTunes account is required to access the App store to install recommended Apps. Recommended Apps to be down loaded are HERE. The list of those apps you can download ahead of time are on page 2 and are free.

Your Device

A list of the current recommended models is available through the link to Winthrop Australia. However, the iPad/MacBook can be purchased from the supplier of your choice. Mobile phones are not approved devices and students should not connect mobile phones to the school Wi-Fi at any time.

Click on the button below to access Winthrop Australia portal. All bundles include extended warranty and some include accidental damage coverage.

Enter password #melville2020 to access the Winthrop Australia portal.

A Digital Device Policy Agreement must be signed by all parents and students on enrolment and whenever the device is updated. The form is available on the button below.

Please read the Digital Device Policy with your child and complete the details on the last page and return to the school front office in the drop box provided.

If you require further information on this initiative please contact the ICT & Learning Resource Centre Manager, Ms Deirdre Lewis, on 6274 1300.

Mobile Phone Policy

Please note: Starting from Term 1 2020 Melville SHS will be changing our mobile phone policy to be in line with the new State Government initiative for 2020.

If your child has a mobile phone, please read the Mobile Phone Policy with your child to ensure they understand the appropriate use for mobile phones during school hours.

If you require further information on this initiative please contact the ICT & Learning Resource Centre Manager, Ms Deirdre Lewis, on 6274 1300.