In preparation for 2023 and beyond, Portland Secondary College is continuing the implementation of BYOD – its eLearning strategy. The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program provides opportunities for students to develop their ICT skills using familiar technology from home and allowing families to decide on the best equipment. Our commitment to making Portland Secondary College an education leader in ICT has driven the adoption of the BYOD program.
What is BYOD?
In response to parent and student feedback on the 1:1 netbook program, Portland Secondary College has expanded the options available for families that allow the use of a wider range of personal technology. Advances in the way of curriculum is being delivered at the College, combined with growth in ICT skills of both students and teachers, means we can move to this more contemporary model.
What does this mean for my family?
BYOD allows students to use a device chosen by them as a principle 1:1 device at school. Portland Secondary College will provide access to the wireless network and the internet for the principle 1:1 device but will not provide any hardware support.
Cost to Families
BYOD has a cost for the family. Families can purchase from any vendor although we do have several providers who all supply devices which meet the College’s recommended specifications.
Optional Vendors
–> Icon Investments
–> Multicomm IT & Communications Solutions
–> Grangeburn Education
–> Harvey Norman
–> JB HiFi
Online Purchasing Portal
Grangeburn Education offer an optional online purchasing portal. If you choose to purchase through Grangeburn Education, please CLICK HERE for a step-by-step information sheet.
The Grangeburn Education purchasing portal can be accessed at the following web address: HTTP://GRANGEBURN.COM.AU/BYOD
**Please note, this option is not compulsory, Grangeburn Education have no affiliation with the Department of Education or Portland Secondary College.**
Families should ensure that the device meets the minimum specifications published in the booklet and that students have access to appropriate support for both maintenance and repair with insurance. It is also recommended that students have an appropriate bag to protect their device.
ANDROID DEVICES & CHROMEBOOKS are NOT currently supported as a BYOD option at Portland Secondary College.
Please CLICK HERE to download a copy of the 2023 BYOD information booklet.
Please CLICK HERE to download a copy of the 2023 BYOD Specification Sheet.
Please CLICK HERE to download a copy of the Microsoft Office 365 Factsheet.
Please CLICK HERE to download a copy of the Microsoft Office 365 Acceptable Use Agreement Form.
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