October
7, 2013
Dear
Parent(s)/Guardian(s),
The
School Division’s IT Department is ready to begin rolling out iPads in Middle
Schools!
Our
rollout is a few weeks behind schedule as a result of Apple releasing iOS7, the
updated iPad operating system, on September 18th and our decision to ensure
that all Middle School student iPads are deployed with the most current version
of operating system.
Last
week, Division IT staff worked with the staff at Ness Middle School to pilot
the iPad setup process with students. In these initial iPad setup sessions at
Ness, we have identified several issues that slow the in-class setup process
significantly. These issues are specifically related to the setup and
confirmation of the Apple ID.
To
expedite the iPad rollout in our school, we are asking that parents review the
attached form to ensure that students have all of the necessary information to
complete the setup of their iPad which will happen at George Waters MS very
soon.
This
form includes the following information:
Email
Address & Password Used to create the Apple ID
The
email address will be the same as the Apple ID. We are asking that parents also
supply the password of the email account used to create the Apple ID. Having
this information will allow staff to quickly troubleshoot potential issues
related to verifying the Apple ID. Note: this can be changed by the parent
after the set up process is complete.
Apple
ID Account Information (Required)
Please
ensure your child knows the Apple ID and password. Be aware that the password
is case-sensitive. Note: this can be changed by the parent after the set up
process is complete.
Apple
iPad Passcode: (Required)
The
passcode is a 4 digit number that students will use to unlock their device.
This passcode is to be selected by the student. We are asking that students
pre-select their passcode to expedite the setup process avoiding the delay
while students try to decide what their passcode should be. Suggestions for
selecting a passcode... perhaps that last 4 digits of your phone number, birth
month & day... A code that the
student will not forget.
Apple
ID Security Questions (Required)
During
the initial iPad rollout at Ness, we encountered several students who were
prompted to provide security questions for their Apple ID. Typically, you would
have been asked to select security questions and provide answers at the time
you created the Apple ID. We are asking that all parents and their child select
a question from each group and provide the answer in the event that they are
asked to enter security questions during the in-class setup. Having these
questions and answers ready to enter will greatly expedite the rollout.
Apple
iCloud Email Account
As
part of the in-class setup, your child will be creating an email account that
will be associated with their Apple ID. This email address will initially be
used to communicate with teachers and classmates. This section on the form has
been included for students to record their icloud.com email address which they
will be creating during the in-class iPad setup. There is no information for
parents/students to complete in this section prior to iPad set-up day.
We, at George Waters Middle School are concerned for privacy of
this important information but also are aware that without this information the
set-up of the iPad is impossible. We
want the set up process of the iPads to be as efficient and as safe as possible
for all students. To ensure this happens please use your best judgement so your
child knows this information. Starting October 9, 2013, GWMS staff will have
students log in to their email account and iTunes account to ensure they know
their information and everything is working correctly.
Options to get this information to your child’s teacher:
- Complete the form below and submit to your child’s homeroom teacher.
- Email Mr. Schmidt at bschmidt@sjsd.net (grade 6 students) or Mr. Bonnici at cbonnici@sjsd.net (grade 7/8 students) with the required information. Mr. Schmidt is the digital lead teacher for grade 6 students/ teachers. Mr. Bonnici is the digital lead teacher for grade 7/8 students/teachers.
- Have students keep their information in a secure location (IE. Personal device like an iPod, mobile phone, etc).
- Parents can drop the completed form to Mr. Mead in the school office
- Parents can email the completed form to Mr. Mead at amead@sjsd.net
- Parents can phone the school office (204-888-4898) to share the information
- Other ways in which parents feel most comfortable in getting this information to the school safely and securely
**If emailing information please indicate
your child’s name and homeroom.
**Students
require this information by Wednesday, October 9, 2013
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Mr.
Mead at 204-888-4989 or by email amead@sjsd.net.
Sincerely,
Andrew Mead
Principal
George Waters Middle
School iPad Set Up Information Form
Child’s
Name: __________________________________ Homeroom:
______________
Email
Address used to create the Apple ID: Email:
____________________________ Password: ________________________
Apple
ID Account Information Apple ID:
__________________________ Password: ________________________
Apple
iPad Passcode _____
_____ _____ _____ (4 digit code)
Apple
ID Security Questions
As part
of the setup process, your child may be
prompted to select 3 security questions and provide answers. To expedite the
setup process in class, it will be helpful to have students come to class with
questions and answers ready. From each of the three groups, please check one
question and supply the answer:
Question Group 1 Answer_____________________________
·
What was the name of your first pet?
·
What was the first movie you saw in a theater?
·
What is the last name of your favorite elementary school
teacher?
Question Group 2 Answer_____________________________
·
What is your dream job?
·
What is your favorite children’s book?
·
What was your childhood nickname?
Question Group 3 Answer_____________________________
·
In what city did your parents meet?
·
What is the name of the street where you first grew up?
·
What is the name of your favorite sports team?
Apple
iCloud Email Account
As part of the setup process, your child will be asked to
create an icloud.com email account that will be associated with their Apple ID.
This will be done when your child is setting up their iPad. A record of this
account will be kept with the teacher. There is no information for parents/students
to complete prior to iPad set-up day.
We, at
George Waters Middle School are concerned for privacy of this important
information but also are aware that without this information the set of the
iPad is impossible. We want the set up
process of the iPads to be as efficient and as safe as possible for all
students. To ensure this happens please use your best judgement so your child
knows this information. Starting October 9, 2013, GWMS staff will have students
log in to their email account and iTunes account to ensure they know their
information and everything is working correctly.
- Complete the form below and submit to your child’s homeroom teacher.
- Email Mr. Schmidt at bschmidt@sjsd.net (grade 6 students) or Mr. Bonnici at cbonnici@sjsd.net (grade 7/8 students) with the required information. Mr. Schmidt is the digital lead teacher for grade 6 students/ teachers. Mr. Bonnici is the digital lead teacher for grade 7/8 students/teachers.
- Have students keep their information in a secure location (IE. Personal device like an iPod, mobile phone, etc).
- Parents can drop the completed form to Mr. Mead in the school office
- Parents can email the completed form to Mr. Mead at amead@sjsd.net
- Parents can phone the school office (204-888-4898) to share the information
- Other ways in which parents feel most comfortable in getting this information to the school safely and securely
If you
have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Mead at 204-888-4989
or by email amead@sjsd.net.
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