WE ENCOURAGE YEAR 4, 5 and 6 STUDENTS TO BRING IN THEIR OWN DEVICE TO SCHOOL FOR LEARNING.
WE BELIEVE THAT…our students live in a world that is fundamentally different than it was ten years ago with new technologies accelerating the pace of change in our world. With these technologies, we believe we can provide enhanced learning opportunities and higher levels of engagement requiring increased global awareness and emphasizing the need for interconnectedness. Thriving in this world will not only require mastery of essential content-based skills but also the ability to think critically and solve problems, communicate and collaborate with others, and be creative, innovative and entrepreneurial.
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- Most students in Years 2 -6 will use Google Workspace to enhance learning in writing, reading, mathematics, inquiry (topic) and homework
- Students who do not have a device will share classroom devices owned by Browns Bay School.
- Student learning is monitored through the Google dashboard called Hapara or Google Classroom.
- Devices are stored away at morning tea and lunchtime and times when they are not needed.
- Devices are not to be shared.
- Recommended device information is available - a Chromebook is our device of choice.
- Students will adhere to both the internet use agreement and the BYOD agreement
- There will be a balance of learning programs involving whole class, group sessions, handwritten tasks and non-screen times - blended digital learning.
- If you have parental controls on a Chromebook you need to add your child's Google Workspace school account to the device at home before it comes to school.
- In line with government policy no cell phones or smart watches are allowed at school and are not part of our BYOD programme.
To discuss further:
please contact Cherie Bibbie or Teresa Burn at bbs@brownsbay.school.nz
What to buy: Browns Bay School has a business relationship with Noel Leeming. They offer specific deals for Browns Bay School students or discounts on other devices that you may choose. You can visit the Noel Leeming BYOD site for more information or click on the latest deal on the flyer below:
Click here for the latest Flyer
If you have questions about existing devices that you have you can also take these to the Albany store and they will ascertain if they will meet the minimum requirements for our school.
Links
Cybersafety video information for parents
BYOD Agreement - Please complete the form to bring a device to school