Laptop & Computer Access
Our vision for digital and information literacies
Digital and information literacies engages with the DC vision (Grow. Discover. Dream.) to support:
structured and purposeful inquiry
investigating, creating, personalising, communicating, collaborating and organising.
being responsible for their own learning.
digital citizenship
developing and applying strategies for critical and creative thinking, making connections, and applying new understandings and skills in different contexts
international mindedness
authentic use of technology within learning and teaching
embracing new opportunities where technology can enhance learning
Laptop and Computer Access
Students in Year 1-2 will access iPads provided by the College when required
Students in Year 3-5 will access Laptops and iPads provided by the College when required
Students in Year 6 and above will use one to one computing and are required to buy a laptop computer and associated software in line with the current model being supported in the College.
all teaching staff are provided with a laptop computer and are required to use this for investigation, reflection, evaluation, lesson planning, developing resources, presenting and organising ideas, administration, reporting, communication with other staff, parents and students
students may be asked to help develop and sign essential agreements about when and how laptops are used that are year level specific
Privacy
Mobile devices and any devices with a camera are explicitly banned from any area of the school where privacy may be of concern, for example, changing rooms and toilets.
Chromebook 1:1 Programme
All students enrolling at Discovery College in Year 6 to Year 9 are recommended to purchase a Chromebook. Details will be sent to current Year 5 parents for purchase. For new student entering Year 6, please contact the ICT Office ict@dc.edu.hk.
If parents prefer, Year 6 Year 9 students have the option of purchasing an Apple laptop instead of a Chromebook.
Apple Laptop 1:1 Programme
All students enrolling at Discovery College in Year 10 or above are still required to purchase an Apple laptop. We also highly recommend you buy a USB backup drive of at least 1TB to protect your child’s work. Soon in the future, all students will choose either an Apple laptop or a Chromebook depending on their nature of studies.
For new students without a laptop
The school has negotiated very favourable prices and the pricing can be found on the ordering portal. This pricing is around 15% below retail and below normal education pricing. Apple’s authorised agent Senco-Masslink is handling the purchase as it does for the majority international schools in HK. This agreement allows families to buy up to two Apple computers (one laptop, one desktop) each year at this discount rate.
Visit the special eduoffer order portal to place your order online. www.eduoffer.com/esf
Payment
Payment can be made on the website by cheque, bank-in payment or credit card through Paypal.
Benefits of buying through Senco-Masslink including APP
The laptops will be delivered ready for use. All DC network settings and software can be download via self-service.
Access to warranty service and support onsite at DC.
Access to a free loan machine in the case of any problem (warranty claim, accidental damage etc).
If you do not purchase through SENCO please note:
Any warranty claim needs to be done at an Apple store (not at DC).
Our on site technician will not perform any diagnostics or repairs on the laptop.
Laptop collection for this academic year
This year Y6 Laptops will be distributed at one collection and information session to be sent to parents in due course.
Laptop Insurance
We also recommend that parents of students in Year 6 and above ensure that insurance coverage is provided for their student’s laptops. Zurich DC MacBook Insurance Enrolment Form can be picked up at ICT Office near reception at Discovery College.
Laptop Compliance
To ensure smooth and productive user experience, all student laptops used within the college will be automatically checked for compliance in terms of content and applications loaded.
Responsible use agreement
All students who enter the College agree to abide by the responsible use agreement. A copy can be found in the Parent & Student Handbook.
Start of Year Check
We collect student laptops for a compliance check, system software upgrade, application installation, password administration, and general maintenance during the first two weeks of school. Please clearly label your name, network user name, and password on your laptop before you hand it over. The laptops will be collected and returned on the same day where possible.
Discovery College ICT Service Centre
The ICT Service Centre is located next to the Nurse’s room on the ground floor. Our ICT Technicians can be contacted directly by phone 3969 1000 or by email ict@dc.edu.hk.