Apple iPads

Now its time to unbox and switch on. Follow the steps in the video or follow the instructions below.

1. Ensure you are in a room with access to DETNSW Wi-Fi.

2. iPads out of the box usually come fully charged, but if this isn’t the case, plug them into a power cable.

3. Switch the iPad on.

4. Follow the start-up instructions on the iPad, and once prompted, connect to DETNSW Wi-Fi, using the schools' service account. 

Your iPad should now begin the enrolment process, simply follow the onscreen instructions. This may take some time.

When your iPad is set up, ensure the Wi-Fi proxy settings have been configured correctly. To do this:

•  tap onto the Settings app
•  tap into the Wi-Fi 
•  tap on the ‘blue i’ for your DETNSW network 
•  select ‘Configure proxy’ 
•  tap and set this to ‘Automatic’ 
• select ‘Save’ in the top-right corner of the screen.
• Remember to always use the schools' service account when first connecting to Wi-Fi

Before you begin there are some things you will need to do to prepare.

Now that your devices are up and running it is time to kickstart your journey with technology in the classroom. Take a peek at these resources packed with top tech tips and tricks to boost your skills in no time.

Read - Get back to basics and discover the power of Pages on Apple iPad with magazine.T4L

Attend - Register for a one-hour professional learning webinar for Chromebook or watch previous sessions on demand

Watch - Get started with Apple iPad professional learning

Discover - Check out the Getting started with Apple resources page to commence your iPad adventure!

Learn - Take your iPad skills to the next level in 10 easy steps with a curated digital pathway

Discover key Apple tools dedicated to supporting teaching and learning.

Apple Teacher Learning Centre is a free professional learning program, while Apple Classroom turns your iPad into a powerful teaching assistant. Guide learning, share work, and manage student devices – all from the same app.

After mastering the basics of your device, explore a new set of resources designed to power your productivity with technology.

Read - Guide digital learning with 10 tips for Apple Classroom featured in magazine.T4L

Attend - Catch up on a one-hour PL webinar to build students' skills as authors and discover key resources on iPad, or register for an upcoming event

Watch - Discover accessibility features on Apple iPad

Discover - Listen to a podcast on digital wellbeing featuring neuroproductivity researcher Dr Kristy Goodwin

Read - Find tips for streamlining presentations with Keynote in magazine.T4L

Attend - Build students' podcasting and music creation skills on iPad, or register for an upcoming event

Watch - Create dynamic presentations in Keynote

Discover - Get your students creating with T4L Kids magazine, a self-guided independent learning resource

For other support enquiries, you can touch base with your local field operations team member or Apple Champion via EdConnect (1300 32 32 32).

Additional Resources:
Classroom User Guide for iPad – Apple Support (AU)