2016 MNSC

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1 2016 MNSC

2 The Netbook Offer In recent years our college has begun the implementation of a one to one netbook program. The netbook technology has been embraced by students and staff. We believe they are a tool that our students need if we are to prepare them appropriately for the 21 st century. For 2016 the school has selected the LENOVO - THINKPAD 11E 11.6" NETBOOK as the best value package for students. Parents are expected to participate in a rent to own scheme (see page 2) There are two methods of rental, both require parents to pay through the school s payment portal which can be found at the school s website. Google mnsc or go to Then click on the Netbook Collection Portal Link, which can be found under Booklists. See below Hover over Booklists, then select 1. Pay $580 up front and go into the draw to win the netbook rental for free. 2. Pay 24 monthly payments $25.58 a total of $ (the $34.00 cost difference is the cost of providing the collection portal) IMPORTANT Parents need to have signed up to the portal by Friday November 27 th 2015 to secure the order for the child s netbook This Package is Outstanding Value and we expect parents to support this scheme as it supports the college learning program. The netbooks are: Provided by the school configured for internet and printing at the school, with school funded insurance (page 3) with support from our IT Services department 1. Provided by LWT with 3 Years Onsite warranty and an appropriate case 2. Configured by the Department with the Department s School Technology Architecture and Resources (edustar) standard platform. The edustar program provides over 80 software applications. We have costed the software at over $450. The broad range of applications cover: animation, digital video, image creation, drawing and painting thinking skills, concept and Mind Mapping Page 2

3 interactive curriculum resources logic and problem-solving, 3D modelling and game-making presentation, multimedia tools, writing tools, web authoring tools and typing tutors sound and music making NB Students are not able to bring their own netbooks / laptops to school as we would not be able to provide IT support for the many different types of computers. Also only school owned netbooks may have the edustar software suite (mentioned previously). Page 3

4 The School Owns the Netbook While students will have the netbook 24/7 it will be owned by the school which will enable students to have the Secondary edustar software suite on the netbook. Licensing agreements dictate that the Secondary edustar software suite is only permitted on school owned devices. Ownership of the netbook is transferred to the student once all of the following three conditions have been met. 1. Full payment has been received ($580 up front or 24 monthly payments $ $614). 2. The netbook is submitted to our IT services department so it can be reimaged without the Department software as per the Department licensing agreement. 3. The student leaves the school. What happens if my child leaves the school and I don t want to own the Netbook? Parents need to be aware that if a student leaves the Mirboo North Secondary College the parent / guardian has a legal obligation to return the netbook to the school. If this doesn t happen the police will be contacted to secure its return. Insurance The cost of insuring the netbooks through an insurance company was deemed to be cost prohibitive, so the school has decided to self insure. Thus in the case of accidental damage or theft, a school insurance claim form will need to be completed and submitted to the IT Services Office. Excess Payments Please Note If the entire Netbook needs to be replaced (eg. theft, lost, severe damage) then the excess is $250. For any other claim the excess will be $150. Damage that is deliberate or caused through extreme misuse, or extreme negligence of the netbook will not be covered by insurance and the cost of the repair will be billed to the student. Service and Support Only the school is authorised to the repair hardware faults. Under no circumstances should families attempt to repair a hardware fault. Students who need support / repair with their netbook should report to the IT Services office. Page 4

5 Netbook Agreement General The netbook remains the property of Mirboo North Secondary College. It is the responsibility of the student to return the netbook in good working order prior to leaving the school. Please Note: Upon purchase of the netbook, it must be reimaged by IT Services without the Department software. Repair Guidelines 1. The School is responsible for the repair of the netbooks. 2. User data integrity, storage and backup are the direct responsibility of the user. The School shall accept no liability for the loss of data during repair and/or modification of either software or hardware. 3. The School is not responsible for the configuration of home networks or home internet accounts on student Netbooks. 4. During long-term repair (a week or more), the School shall take all reasonable steps as deemed by the School to supply a "loan" Netbook to the user of the machine under repair. However, the School will not accept responsibility or liability for lack of completion of schoolwork. 5. All repairs affected under insurance claims cannot be executed until the relevant insurance claim form has been submitted, and the School receives the appropriate excess fee (See Page 3). Use of the Netbook 1. Students are expected to bring the netbook to school each day so they are available should a teacher request their use during a lesson. The use of the netbook must comply with the school s Digital Technologies Acceptable Use Agreement (attached). In particular, the netbook is to be used only for educational purposes during class time. Teachers may choose to confiscate the netbook if the netbook is used inappropriately. A confiscated netbook is not an acceptable reason for late work. 2. As stated above data integrity, storage and backup are the direct responsibility of the student. All students should have back-up copies of their work. Therefore, hardware or software failure should not prevent the student from submitting work on time. The computer crashing is not an acceptable reason for late work. 3. It is the responsibility of each student to bring the Netbook to school each day with a fully charged battery. 4. Power and network outlets are available in classrooms. If you need to use these outlets, do so with the comfort and security of others in mind, making sure that the cords are carefully laid out to avoid tripping. 5. Your Netbook comes with a carry case. This provides some protection it may not protect the Netbook from a severe impact so care should be taken in holding, fastening and placing the case down. Page 5

6 6. The case must be used when carrying the Netbook around the school; otherwise it will not be covered by insurance. 7. Never lift the Netbook by the screen. This will stress the hinge mechanism, which also carries the power supply to the screen. 8. The Netbook must be locked away in your locker when not required in class (e.g. Phys. Ed., recess, lunchtime, etc.). It should never be left unattended. 9. Stickers are not to be placed on the netbook, or the case marked in any way. 10. Any student who finds an unattended Netbook should take it to the nearest teacher or staff room. The teacher will take the Netbook to I.T. Services and the owner of the Netbook must collect it in person from I.T. Services. Page 6

7 Digital Technologies Acceptable Use Agreement Mirboo North Secondary College recognises the need for students to be safe and responsible users of digital technologies. We believe that explicitly teaching students about safe and responsible online behaviours is essential and is best taught in partnership with parents/guardians. We request that parents/guardians work with us and encourage this behaviour at home. NB Parents/guardians and students should be aware that files stored on netbooks, laptops or on the school s server, are not private. When I use digital technologies I agree to be a safe, responsible and ethical user at all times, by: Respecting others and communicating with them in a supportive manner; never writing or participating in online bullying (for example, forwarding messages and supporting others in harmful, inappropriate or hurtful online behaviours) Protecting my privacy; not giving out personal details, including my full name, telephone number, address, passwords and images Protecting the privacy of others; never posting or forwarding their personal details or images without their consent Talking to a teacher if I personally feel uncomfortable or unsafe online, or if I see others participating in unsafe, inappropriate or hurtful online behaviours Carefully considering the content that I upload or post online; this is often viewed as a personal reflection of who I am Investigating the terms and conditions (e.g. age restrictions, parental consent requirements). If my understanding is unclear I will seek further explanation from a trusted adult Handling ICT devices with care and notifying a teacher if it is damaged or requires attention Abiding by copyright and intellectual property regulations. If necessary, I will request permission to use images, text, audio and video and cite references Not interfering with network systems and security, the data of another user or attempting to log into the network with a user name or password of another student Not bringing to school or downloading unauthorized programs, and/or content, including content that is pornographic or vilifies, defames, degrades or humiliates another person Only accessing the internet at school through the school s approved proxy server (set as the default proxy setting) Page 7

8 Tekskin Order Form 2016 A Tekskin is an adhesive Vinyl Cover that. 1. Protects the netbook from scratches 2. Allows the netbook to be easily identified Incudes the school and student name 3. Personalises the netbook 4. Can be removed Please Note that they are optional.. You can view the hundreds of design options by visiting this site. If you would like one then please fill complete the following Student Name Tekskin Model Number Then please return this form to MNSC General Office with payment of $12.50 Page 8

9 Computer Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions 1. Definitions MNSC means Mirboo North Secondary College Secondary College, Castle Street, Mirboo North 3871, ABN Renter (Parent / Guardian) means the person or persons named in the Schedule hereto. Student means the person named in the Schedule being a student enrolled at MNSC. Rental Period means the period between the start and end dates as specified in the Schedule. Contract means the rental contract between MNSC and the Renter which incorporates these terms and conditions. Due Date means the Due Date for the payment of the invoice being fourteen (14) days from the issue of the relevant invoice. Computer means the computer specified in the Schedule together with any accessories, parts or software supplied with the Computer. 2. Interpretation Unless otherwise stated a reference to a party includes that party s executors, administrators, successors, assigns and personal representatives. If a party comprises two or more persons they are each jointly and severally liable for the performance of the terms of this contract. When the day for doing any act in this contract is not a business day, that act should be done on the immediately preceding business day. 3. Rental payment MNSC shall rent the computer to the Renter during the rental period. The Renter shall pay the rental fees set out in the Schedule. The rental fees must be paid by the due date without any set off or deduction. The rental fee does not include any consumables such as paper, ink or toner that may be required to be used with the computer. Should your child leave the College at any time during this rental agreement and choose not to purchase the netbook by the schedule set out on page 3 there is no refund on the yearly fee. If the family has paid upfront the refund will be $125 for each year remaining on the rental agreement and calculated from the end of the year from which they exit. 4. The Computer The computer remains the property of MNSC at all times. At the end of the rental period, the Renter shall immediately deliver the computer to MNSC in a condition consistent with the performance of this contract. MNSC and the Renter acknowledge that the computers primary use will be by the Student in relation to his/her secondary course at MNSC and as such the Rental is GST free. Page 9

10 The Renter and the Student will operate, maintain and store the computer with due care and in compliance with the instructions and recommendations of the supplier and manufacturer of the computer and pursuant to any directions given by MNSC. The Renter or the Student must not alter or replace any parts in the computer nor alter or load any software on the computer unless that software has been approved by MNSC. 5. Maintenance and Repairs Only MNSC is authorised to organise the repair of the computer during the computer rental period. 6. Renter s Obligations Any replacement battery that is not covered by warranty will be at the at the expense of the Renter. The Renter will notify MNSC immediately of any change in the Renters contact details and address during the commitment period. 7. Insurance The cost of insuring the netbooks through an insurance company was deemed to be cost prohibitive, so the school has decided to self insure. Thus in the case of accidental damage or theft, a school insurance claim form will need to be completed and submitted to the IT Services Office. Excess Payments Please Note If in the opinion of MNSC the entire Netbook needs to be replaced (eg. theft, lost, severe damage) then the excess is $250. For any other claim the excess will be $150. Damage that is deliberate or caused through extreme misuse, or extreme negligence of the netbook will not be covered by insurance and the cost of the repair will be billed to the renter. Whether damage is caused by extreme misuse, or extreme negligence shall be solely determined by MNSC. Any replacement battery that is not covered by warranty is not covered by insurance and will be replaced at the at the expense of the Renter. 8. Termination a) This agreement comes to an end: At the end of the rental period. In the event of default as defined in subclause (b) hereof. If the computer is lost or destroyed by either the Renter or the Student. If the computer is damaged and is not economically repairable as provided in clause 5(b). b) Default occurs if: Rental fees are not paid by the due date. The Renter continues to breach any term of this contract after MNSC gives the Renter notice in writing of its default. The Renter is subject to insolvency or other proceedings which place the computer at risk for loss or seizure by others. The Student leaves MNSC prior to the end of the rental period. c) In the event that the renter defaults, the computer remains the property of XXXX and XXXX maintains the right to seek possession of the computer. d) In the event of default this agreement shall immediately come to an end. Page 10

11 1. The Renter (Parent / Guardian) THE SCHEDULE Name: Address: Contact /telephone number: 2. The Student Name: Address: 3. The Computer Make/Model: LENOVO - THINKPAD 11E 11.6" NETBOOK 5. Rental fee and due dates Rental fees to be paid via the portal at 6. Rental Period Start date: Monday, December 7th, 2015 End date: Monday, December 11th, 2017 Page 11

12 Netbook and Digital Technologies Acceptable Use Agreement I have read the Netbook Agreement, Computer Rental Agreement, Netbook and Digital Technologies Acceptable Use Agreement and agree to abide by them. Netbook Serial Number (completed by the school) Student Agreement: Signed Student.. Date:.. Name (print).. Form:.. Parent/Guardian Agreement: I have read this entire document I agree to all its terms and conditions. Signed:. Date:. (print).. Page 12