MS iPad Parent Meeting
January 2015
Why iPads?
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Access to technology
Technology requirements in all subjects
Prepare students for high school, college and career
Innovative and engaging learning
Teacher training
8th Grade Career Pathways Course
Other iPad districts: Coppell ISD,
Eanes ISD, Lewisville ISD, McAllen ISD
iPads Provide Students with:
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Instant “on”
24/7 access to resources
Digital textbooks
Accessibility features
Build relevant technology skills
Extend learning outside classroom
Help in Organization
Benefits of District-Issued iPad
• Access to district-purchased apps
• Protection against loss/theft/damage
• Technical support
MISD has a BYOD policy. Teachers
understand that there are similar
iOS and Android apps.
District Responsibility – Security & Safety
• AirWatch Mobile Device Manager
– Safety features
– App ratings
– App distribution
– Inventory control
• Internet Filter
– At school and home
District Responsibility – iPad Missing
• Absolute – Theft coverage
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MISD iPads are covered at no additional cost to parents
Parent liability is limited to $50, which is covered by deposit*
New $50 deposit required to get a replacement iPad*
Deposits are carried over from year to year until student
separates from District, at which point deposit is refundable*
• Report missing iPad immediately to MISD Police
– 817-299-6000
– Officer Lee Shelinbarger can be contacted for updates
leeshelinbarger@misdmail.org
*If terms of MISD iPad User Agreement have been met
Equipment
iPad Mini
32 GB
USB Power
Cable & Adapter
OtterBox
Protective Case
with built-in
screen protector
iPad Deployment
• 8th Grade: January 20th-30th
• 7th Grade: February 3rd-13th
Forms and deposit due at least two
days prior to campus deployment
Getting Started
• What do parents need to do?
 Complete iPad User Agreement (Skyward)
 Google Email Notification (Skyward)
 Pay Deposit (RevTrak)
• Use of electronic processes is recommended
– Paper document and payment by check can be
sent to the campus office
– Make checks payable to the Campus
Student/Parent Responsibilities
• Find a safe location for storing and charging
the iPad at home
• Ensure student iPad is charged each night
• Do not leave the iPad in a car, on a table in the
cafeteria, book bag, or locker
• PARENTS: Monitor the use of the iPad at home
Parent Responsibility - Monitoring
• Tips for Monitoring Your Student
– Know your student’s iPad passcode
– Know your student’s school and iTunes login
information
– Monitor communication apps
– Ensure music, videos and apps adhere to MISD
policies
Apple U-13
• For Parents with students under the age of 13
– Ensure parent email in Skyward is correct
– Apple creates Apple ID for students using District
provided student email
• Student initials + ID # @misdmail.net
Example: jn123456@misdmail.net
• Apple sends email for parental consent
– Apple sends temporary password
– Parent creates new password and shares it with
student
Apple U-13
• Once your student reaches age 13, the Apple ID
converts to a full account with full rights and
privileges.
• Student must have Apple ID and password for iPad
pick-up the day of campus deployment
Parent Information Resources
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Skyward Parent Portal - http://bit.ly/MISDSkyward
RevTrak Payment - https://mansfieldisd.revtrak.net/
iPad Parent Documents – http://edtech.mansfieldisd.org
iPad Frequently Asked Questions - http://bit.ly/iPadFAQs
• MS iPad Parent Follow-Up Meeting:
February 23, 2015 6:00-7:30
– MISD Center for Performing Arts Lecture Hall
– Learn about setting parental controls and restrictions
– Bring your student and their iPad