Brentwood Secondary College

At Brentwood Secondary College we are committed to providing students improved access to learning technologies and online learning. This year we have trialled a successful Apple iPad program and have decided to include an iPad on the booklist for all students enrolling in Year 7 for the start of the 2013 school year. The Netbook program for current Year 9 and 10 students which was funded from the Federal Government's National Secondary School Computer Fund has also been successful. We believe that students in year 8, 9 and 12 in 2013 should have access to their own technology whilst at school. We are therefore allowing students in year 8, 9 and 12 to bring their own device (BYOD) in 2013. We understand that the need for up to date technology for learning is not optional. Technology now forms a vital part of a high quality, fully rounded education in 2013. Young people are now using mobile technology to assist them in life and learning.Students must be able to access digital information, tools and resources from anywhere, at any time and in ways that lead to deeper engagement and understanding. Today's students think, connect and communicate differently to even a few years ago. We are certainly aware that our students live in a world where information can be accessed and shared quickly over the internet, where they can communicate with peers and share new knowledge. We want our students to strive for excellence through a more personalised learning program that fully exploits the use of Information and Communication Technology. The use of ICT to assist this program, along with an array of online resources and applications, will ensure that we are preparing our students for their future.