In response to the ever-increasing role that technology is playing in our lives and the lives of our students, Mareeba SHS has developed a
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Program. The BYOD program enables students to bring a personally owned device to school as a learning tool and provides seamless movement between school and home. The program also aims to encourage a sense of ownership, responsibility and independence as well as improve our students' technology skills.
Why does your child need a BYO device for 2024?
- Enhanced learning and engagement in the classroom.
- Independent learning at home.
- Seamless access to the curriculum, using your own device both at school and at home.
- Increased student participation, opportunities for collaboration and positive engagement during class time.
- Flexible learning options between home and school using a wide range of online learning programs and tools.
- Encourages and supports versatile learning styles and abilities.
- Increases opportunities and access to higher and extended learning.
- Includes Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite at no cost.
- Access to school Outlook email, school calendar and information on events.
- Access to ClickView; OneNote Classrooms; QLearn and Microsoft Teams.
- Access to e-textbooks.
BYOD Program - Device Specifications |
SPECIFICATIONS | RECOMMENDED |
Physical dimensions | 11 -14” |
Operating system | Preferred
Windows 10/11 | MAC’s cand iPads can be used but not for all subjects Apple iPad iOS 15.0 and later MacOS 11.0 and later |
| No Chromebooks, phones |
Hard drive/storage | Laptops
- 256GB SSD (or larger) |
Memory | Laptops
- 8GB RAM |
Wireless capability | WIFI
802.11n/ac (5Ghz) 2.4Ghz
will not work |
Warranty | 3+ years
warranty (laptop) 3+ years
accidental damage protection Extended and accidental coverage is recommended for
iPads but not required |
Insurance | Accidental
loss and breakage insurance recommended |
Battery life | Fully
charged will last the entire school day under normal usage |
Software | Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Available at no cost
for students) Anti-virus - Windows Security (up to date) is available as part of Windows/Apple and has proven
to be suitable and is free. You may want to purchase extra cover. |
Other | Extra
chargers Bag
(protective case/cover recommended) Mouse Highly
recommended to have a keyboard with iPads |