Recommended Device for Learning
Much has changed this year in terms of technology use as we adapted to home learning. This has continued as students returned to school. Teachers have increased the use of Office 365 applications particularly Microsoft Class Notebook and Microsoft Teams, and STILE remains a significant application used in the junior school. In addition, the reliability, performance and cost of laptops have made Windows 10 devices a better option for learning and therefore we recommend parents provide their child with a Windows 10 laptop.
If you are planning to purchase a new device for Year 7, we now recommend a Windows 10 device. To assist you we have a program available that will supply your child with the appropriate device through our One2One program.
If you have already invested in an iPad for your child, an iPad remain an acceptable option that will allow your child to undertake all technology-based class activities until the end of Year 9.
Coombabah SHS One2One Program
The CSHS One2One Program takes the worry out in meeting your child’s IT needs for the next three years. Participating in the CSHS One2One program will ensure that your child has a device suitable for learning available every-day.
Program Details
Device
| Dell Latitude 3190 - Fast, compact and lightweight with an all-day battery (Pentium Quad Core processor, 8GB RAM and 256 GB SSD)
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Software
| Preloaded with all the software required for school, including Microsoft Office
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Warranty
| Comprehensive three-year warranty, including the battery.
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Insurance
| Peace of mind, the device is covered against accidents by Accidental Damage Protection Insurance, for details see the One2One Program Contract on our website.
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Support
| On-site Support provided by the Information Services Department; all repairs carried out on-site by Dell technicians. Hot swap devices issued immediately to all students when their device is submitted for repair. All files are preserved on OneDrive
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Connectivity
| Pre connected to the school network, able to connect to private networks.
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Cyber safety
| Preloaded for free with the Department of Education’s filtering software and latest antivirus software – automatically updated
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Anti-Theft
| Fitted with Computrace – remote shut down and GPS tracking chip One2One
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One2One Program Cost – Three options available (Contract details will be available on the school website shortly)
1. Outright purchase to keep (includes Accidental Protection Insurance): $1050 (including GST)
2. Rent and keep the device at the end of the program:
- Year 1: $500 (prior to getting the device)
- Year 2: $300
- Year 3: $250
Total cost - $1050
3. Rent and return
- Year 1: $500 (prior to getting the device)
- Year 2: $300
- Year 3: $150
Total cost - $950
Note: Parents must supply their child with a protective case for their child’s device.
We encourage you to participate in the CSHS One2One Program to ensure your child has a predictable, reliable and robust device every day, every lesson for learning. If you wish to take up one of the options above, please email your expression of interest to the school on enrolments@coombabashs.eq.edu.au with your preferred option, your child’s name and current primary school.