Mater Dei's iPad Program

Students are issued an Apple iPad with a Logitech Keyboard case. All students receive a USB-C charger with their device, which needs to be returned with the device. Students are responsible for purchasing other necessary accessories such as a stylus or headphones. This model iPad is compatible with the 1st Generation Apple Pencil and USB-C Apple Pencil, though these specific devices are not required (any stylus may be used).

 

As a Freshman, or during a refresh year, students will receive their Apple iPad just prior to the first day of school.

 

- All students will receive their device during MD Days.

- Students who are unable to attend MD Days can pick up their iPad during Monarch Traditions or on their first day of school.

 

Each student is responsible for the safe keeping of their Mater Dei iPad. However, in the event that an accident occurs, the devices are equipped with AppleCare to cover damage and families contribute to this through the annual technology fee. This covers any damage that may occur with the iPad or keyboard case, including but not limited to a cracked screen, unresponsive keyboard, bent iPad, accidental water damage, etc. This policy does not cover total loss of the iPad, meaning the damaged device must be returned to Mater Dei for us to use the policy to replace it. It is the student's responsibility to bring their device to the tech hub for repair when it is damaged. While students are able to visit a local Genius Bar for assistance as well, all repairs should be handled at the Tech Hub located inside the library. More information on the iPad acceptable use policy is available in the Parent/Student Handbook.

 

Prior to a refresh year or when a student leaves Mater Dei, the iPad, keyboard case, and charger must be returned to Mater Dei. Students are responsible for backing up and saving any important documents on the iPad to reduce file loss between iPad exchanges. Seniors must return the iPad to receive their graduation materials; any student who leaves Mater Dei mid-year or does not plan to return for the following school year must also turn in their iPad, keyboard case, and charger.

 

While it may be tempting to download apps for personal use, it is important to remember that the device is for educational purposes only. As such, Mater Dei utilizes a Mobile Device Management (MDM) platform, Mosyle, to manage the iPad and restrict the use of unapproved applications or other content on the iPad. Mosyle also manages student wifi access at school, and is used in the classroom to assist teachers with managing devices during class.

 

Because apps are restricted to an approved list, students are encouraged to use the Mosyle School app, which is automatically installed on every device, to download apps for their iPad. If there is an educational app that a student would like to have access to on the iPad, it must be approved through the proper channels. To start this process, students can make an app request. The app will be reviewed by the Technology department and Administration, and any approved apps will be added to the approved app list.