Our vision is to create a dynamic learning community where the use of ICTs is integral to the learning of every
student.
Through authentic engagement and involvement with their learning, we are striving to equip our students
with the tools and skills for their future world.
Students access technology at Kedron State High School as responsible users.
Bring Your Own 'x' (BYOx) is a term used to describe a digital device ownership model where students and/or staff use their privately owned devices to access the departmental network and information systems in an educational setting.
The BYOx acronym used by the Queensland Department of Education, refers to the teaching and learning environment in Queensland state schools where privately owned devices are utilised.
BYOD Parent Portals
The BYOD parent portals are offered as a convenient way in which to buy a laptop, accidental damage cover, extended warranty and accessories. You will find links to these portals on the right-side of this page.
Kedron State High School does not endorse nor recommend any particular supplier of IT equipment or accessories. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to compare prices and services from multiple retailers so that they are satisfied that the items on offer represent quality and value for money. Any purchase transactions conducted via the portals are a private matter between the purchaser and supplier. Kedron State High School is not privy to the contract.
Parents and caregivers have complete freedom to choose the supplier of the BYOD laptop.
Please note that the minimum recommended device specifications appear in the BYOD Information and Procedures Handbook.
Responsibilities
... of the school
| - provide suitable school Wi-Fi connection and internet filtering system
- provide a blended educational environment
- model safe device and internet practices
- provide access to printer services
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... of the Parent /s
| - maintenance of device
- purchase, install and update applications
- appropriate insurance and warranty
- log warranty claims and organise repairs
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... of the student
| - bring device fully charged each day
- show respect for other devices, work and privacy
- access technology as a responsible user
- backup
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Laptop Specifications
Recommended
| - Intel Core i3/AMD Ryzen 3 processor or higher*
- RAM: 8GB
- Hard Drive: SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Windows 11
- Battery life - 5 hours
- Mouse
- Headphones
- Warranty and Accidental Damage insurance.
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*Examples of higher processor models are, Core i5, Ryzen 5, Core i7, Ryzen 7, Core Ultra 5, etc.
Mac/Apple devices
Kedron SHS is a Windows-device school. School infrastructure and curriculum programs are developed for Windows devices. Only basic Apple support may be provided. Some software issues may arise for students with incompatible hardware.
Some subjects require the use of subject specific software that may not work on a Mac operating system. There are ways to run Windows specific programs on Mac with the purchase and installation of special software (e.g. Bootcamp, Parallels). It is required that students wishing to use an Apple laptop, purchase and install this additional software. Parallels is available for a discounted price through Education Queensland.
Incompatible devices
There are some choices that should not be made. The following devices are excluded from the BYOD program:
- Chromebook devices - these devices are incompatible with Education Queensland systems and will not connect to the school network
- Tablet device (including iPads and Android devices)
- Laptops using the Snapdragon Processor - these devices are incompatible with Education Queensland systems and will not connect to the school network