Primary Digital Learning at JESS

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Overview Mobile technology has been an integral part of learning at JESS since 2012 when we became one of the first schools in the world to integrate iPads into teaching and learning. Since then, JESS has developed an international reputation as a beacon of best practice in the use of technology in education, winning severalawards in the process.

In 2018, the JESS Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) scheme was revised to ensure all learners had access to the same level of technology and the same level of rich learning opportunities. The BYOD scheme is now active for Year 3-6 in both JESS primary schools.

This guide will help to ensure that you understand the hardware requirements andoptions available to you as well as answer many common questions. If you haveany further queries, please do get in touch.

Noel Tuohy Head of Primary Computing Arabian Ranches.

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Dave Murphy Head of Primary Computing Arabian Ranches.

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Device Management At JESS we use the Mosyle MDM (Mobile Device Management) system which means that all iPads are managed by the school. This allows us to deploy apps to devices with ease, as well as apply restrictions on the school network to ensure that online safety protocols are maintained.

There are many benefits to using an MDM with our devices:

Devices NOT managed

Devices managed

by school MDM

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Safety protocols left to family discretion. Student device will not appear on teacher's Apple Classroom

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School-wide safety protocols – Teacher can view students iPad in lessons via Apple Classroom

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Apps need to be manually installed at home

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Self-service: students can install school apps independently

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Parents pay for educational apps

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School pays for educational apps

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Delays when installing apps - Apps need to be installed and updated through personal app store

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No delays - apps can be used as required

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Non-educational apps are available on student iPad including games and messaging apps

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Time-stamped profiles ensure only educational apps are available during the school day (non-school apps are inaccessible during the school day)

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Device Options Since September 2018, we standardised the iPad models we use in Key Stage 2. This is to ensure that all students have access to the same level of technology and can access learning content in the same way.

The device we recommend is: • • • •

9th Generation iPad - 64GB and 256GB models are available.

We strongly recommend 256GB for longevity.

Apple Pencil or Logitech Crayon.

Wireless Keyboard.

This device is designed for education and boasts many common features of the iPad Pro but at a fraction of the cost. You may compare this model against others here: http://www.apple.com/ae/ipad/compare

What if you already have an iPad? Whilst we recommend that students are equipped with the 9th Generation iPad, we do understand that, in some situations, this may not be feasible e.g. thestudent has recently been gifted an alternate model iPad. Students are allowedto bring in other model iPads, but we would highlight the fact that some learningcontent may not be accessible on older devices.

PLEASE NOTE: If a student brings an iPad into school that was not purchasedthrough our official partners (JTRS), then the device will need to be erased and reset to be enrolled onto our device management system. With theappropriate backups no content will be lost and all prior purchases on the devicecan be reinstalled at no additional charge. More information about how to do thiscan be found later in this document.

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Purchasing through JTRS At JESS we work directly with Apple Solution Experts JTRS for sourcing iPads in our primary schools. JTRS can provide parents with a bespoke offer on a device as well as the ability to purchase additional peripherals such as the Apple Pencil or a keyboard.

We would like to draw your attention to the following key points: •

Purchasing through JTRS will mean the device arrives to you, ready to use!

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Purchasing through the portal is not compulsory. However, we have worked on securing a cost-effective and long-lasting solution for families.

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We recommend getting the proposed Nutkase cover and the JTRS device warranty, not Apple Care. However, this is completely optional. The benefits of all children having the same cover allows us to plan storage and charging solutions for classrooms, as well as purchasing additional equipment required with known dimensions of covers.

Students are familiar with using the covers which have name tag pockets and are easily distinguished from other students’ devices.

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The JTRS warranty will cover the iPad for 3 years. This does not include accidental breakage. (NB Apple Care can be purchased to cover accidental damage).

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All maintenance of devices can take place through school, there is no need to find a repair centre or visit an Apple Store.

To purchase your device from JTRS, please visit this link: http://www.jtrs.ae and click eSTORE. You will sign up to create an account at JTRS and then select the correct branch of JESS (Jumeirah or Arabian Ranches). After completing the sign-up process, you will be emailed a username and able to sign into the website and make your purchase.

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iPAD preparation (non-JTRS) This note is for parents who are providing an iPad that was not purchased via the JTRS.ae portal.

Please ensure that: • •

You have recorded all passwords for important apps and games You know your personal Apple ID password to use once the iPad has been configured (NB do not share any of these details with school)

Sign out of iCloud & App Store 1.

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Go to Settings Tap on your name on the top left.

On the bottom, in red, tap Sign out.

A pop-up screen may offer to sign out of iCloud and Store, sign out of both iCloud and App Store.

Remove Passcode 1.

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Go to Settings Scroll down to Touch/Face ID & Passcode.

On the right, choose Turn Passcode Off Follow the on-screen instructions

Please do not wipe or erase your child’s iPad. This process will be done at school.

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Backing up your iPAD You can back up your iPad (Photos, videos, game data, app, contacts etc using iCloud .

How to back up with iCloud Before you begin, please ensure that your device is connected to a power source and a Wi-Fi network.

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Go to Settings > [your name] and tap iCloud.

Tap iCloud Backup. Make sure that iCloud Backup is turned on.

Also, make sure Photos is set to ‘ON’ and turn on any other features you may wish to back up such as Contacts, Calendar and any information from apps (you will see this if you scroll further down) Tap Back Up Now. Stay connected to your Wi-Fi network until the process completes.

You can check the progress and confirm the backup completed. Go to Settings>[your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup. Under Back Up Now, you will see the date and time of your last backup.

We are able to provide the students with a school iCloud account that provides them with 200GB of free storage. We encourage students to avail of this if they are not part of a family sharing iCloud account. For more information on this please get in touch. parenthelpdesk@jess.sch.ae

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Personal App Store Devices enrolled on our Device Management System can still be used with personal App store accounts to download/purchase content as usual. This includes restoring apps that have previously been purchased. You will not be required to pay for this content again.

Please sign into your App store account through the App store App on your device.

If you have any difficulties, please speak with a member of our IT team and they will be happy to assist you with this process. Please note that you should not sign out of the school iCloud account, only the account used for the App Store.

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Online Safety at JESS Online Safety (Digital Literacy) is allocated to a third of our Computing curriculum time, which highlights its importance.

As a school, we focus on developing the skills necessary for children, staff and parents to use information and technology in a discriminating manner, so that they can make responsible choices and remain safe online.

We work closely with National Online Safety, a partnership that supports us in keeping all stakeholders as safe as possible with their use of technology, in line with UK Government guidelines. You can find out more about NOS during our annual Parent information sessions and on their website that you can access here.

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Frequently Asked Questions What happens with the device/apps if my child leaves JESS? If your child leaves JESS, their device will be removed from the school’s system. Apps that were deployed to the device by the school will be removed, but any personal apps will remain.

JESS also invest in site licenses for Windows devices for software that your child will use for learning. We utilise Microsoft Endpoint Manager, which allows us to make sure the apps needed for teaching and learning are effective on your child’s device.

In recent years, we have invested in Classroom Cloud, which allows us to monitor devices whilst on our school site. This has huge advantages from a safeguarding perspective as we can make sure that students do not access content that is inappropriate.

Our child already has an iPad and you say it needs to be wiped in order for our child to use it at school. Will we lose all our apps?

Any content purchased using a personal App store account can easily be redownloaded for free from the App Store. Please ensure you back up games such as Minecraft, to a cloud storage solution.

What about photos, videos and documents?

These need to be backed up either to a cloud storage space like iCloud, Dropbox or OneDrive or by connecting the device to a PC and manually transferring files. We can also assist you with backing up files to the free 200GB iCloud account that each student is provided by the school.

What about games, progress and worlds that my child has saved?

Progress and scores are generally saved to the Apple Game Centre and therefore safe. Worlds created in platforms like Minecraft need to be transferred manually. Please contact parenthelpdesk@jess.sch.ae for support with this.

What if my child is joining JESS in Year 6, do we still need to buy them an iPad? All students in KS2 use iPads across the curriculum daily. As such it is crucial that your child is equipped with the correct device whilst in the JESS primary schools. JTRS offer bespoke education discounts to JESS families as well as providing after-sales support. If your child is joining JESS mid-way through Year 6, pleases peak with a member of the school management team in order to explore the best practical option for you. Please also note that JESS Secondary operates a separate initiative using Windows 11 devices rather than iPad.

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iPAD 1:1 Guidelines 1. All students’ iPads must be enrolled on Mosyle, the school Moblie Device Manager (MDM). This is to ensure the safe and proper use of the device in school.

2. Children are responsible for password protecting their device to prevent unauthorised access. Parents should be aware of these passwords. a. The IT department at JESS will not keep a record of iPad passwords. b. The IT department may be able to help if the device is enrolled on Mosyle and connected to the WiFi. However, this is not guaranteed.

3. Devices, keyboards, earphones and Apple pencils should be clearly labelled.

4. Devices should be brought to school fully charged.

5. All students will connect to the school WiFi network - JESSWIFI 6. All reasonable precautions are taken to protect the devices while in school. This includes:a. No iPads on the playground during lunch times. b. All iPads must be kept in their protective case. c. Firewalls and Filters 7. The JESS IT department can offer support in the following areas: a. Deployment of educational apps necessary for learning in school time. b. Advice on restrictions, family sharing and guidelines with online safety. c. Detecting the last active location of lost devices. d. We strongly encourage parents to activate ‘Find my iPad’ 8. Breakages, damages and loss: a. Any damage or loss should be reported immediately. b. JESS strongly recommends that parents either purchase ‘Apple Care’ or the JTRS device warranty. c. Parents who purchase devices through JTRS, the schools recommend apple supplier, can log repair/hardware requests via d. repairs@JTRS.ae e. Any broken or damaged devices not bought through the school recommended resellers will need to be fixed without school’s assistance.

9. Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) a. All parents are expected to review the AUP with their children and to agree home consequences for misuse of devices.

For further support, please contact: parenthelpdesk@jess.sch.ae

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Expectations of Students This student iPAD Acceptable Use Agreement set out a formal agreement that we ask students, parents and our staff to sign and agree.

I understand using my iPad is a privilege.

I understand that I am responsible for my iPad. I understand the use of my iPad before/after school, or during breaktimes is prohibited.

I understand that I will give my teacher access to my device should they request it.

It is my duty to be a responsible digital citizen.

• • • • • I will: • • • • • • • •

Use appropriate language with positive and respectful communication with others Keep my personal information (full name, address, phone number, photos) private.

Report any inappropriate use, content, images or messages to a responsible adult.

Use my iPad under adult supervision, during lessons, while on the school premises.

Agree to follow instructions and use only the apps directed by my teacher.

Be responsible for my passcode and understand that only I and my parents know it.

Ensure the content of my iPad, including apps, should be age appropriate.

Mange my screen time in a constructive and balanced manner in agreement with my family.

I will not: • Use the device to intimidate, bully or otherwise harass others.

• Record or photograph another person without permission.

• Send messages during school hours.

• Touch, use or remove another person’s device without the permission of the teacher.

Failing to adhere to these agreements may result in any or all of the following consequences: • • • • • •

Consequences at school Think and reflect sheets iPad timeout iPad lockdown Confiscation of iPad (collected by Parents) Removal of break time Access to iPad review

Consequences at home • • • • • •

I have agreed this with my family and school:

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