The 2018 Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program continues in 2018. Students in Years 7, 8 and 9 are asked to bring an Apple iPad as standard school equipment. Students in the Senior School (Years 10 – 12) are able to bring a suitable device of their choice. This can be a tablet or a laptop computer. Students can bring either Mac or Windows-compatible devices. Chromebooks are not recommended (contact the College if you are considering a Chromebook).

To further assist students, the College has worked with JB Hi-Fi implementing a JB Education BYOD Portal.  Access the JB Hi-Fi portal here - https://www.jbeducation.com.au/byod and use the school code: spcbyod2018.

Please note that families are to make their own decisions regarding the purchase of a device. The JB Hi-Fi portal can be used to purchase a device online, or as a guide for types of devices and suitable specifications. Other options for iPad purchase include the Apple online store, Harvey Norman and Big W. Another alternative is Alpha IT Solutions – a local business in Smeaton Grange. Alpha IT is an Apple Authorised Reseller with a focus on education. Devices can be ordered online. Garth and his team are happy to help any families with questions regarding devices or with technical support.

Families who need support in meeting the BYOD requirements are encouraged to contact the College and speak to the Business manager, Mrs Tessa Gooch (tgooch@saintpatricks.nsw.edu.au).

Further information about the BYOD program is on the College website http://www.saintpatricks.nsw.edu.au/academic-care/learning-technologies. Feel free to contact Mrs Bourne if further information is required (elearning@saintpatricks.nsw.edu.au)

Debra Bourne - Leader of Elearning and Library Services