App request

1. Reach out to SD50 IT staff by email or phone to discuss app.

2. Gather the following general information:

• Name
• Privacy Statement (usually found on the App website)
• Internet Connectivity needed – Yes or No
• Is it compatible with 7^th generation IPADs
• Cost – Is this a Site License based app?  How will costs be covered?  Is there an existing budget code?

3. Educational Purpose:

• In your request, emphasize how the app contributes to student learning. Be specific regarding relevance to curriculum, learning goals, engagement, subject area, productivity, creativity, etc.
• Explain how the existing apps on the devices fail to align with your objectives.

4. Send the above to SD50 IT Department

All new apps must undergo a privacy scan before receiving approval. During this scan, any findings may trigger the need for a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA).

Section 69 (5) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) requires you to conduct a PIA. You need a PIA to determine whether your project involves personal information and if so, how you’ll protect the information you collect or use in your project.

Requesting an app does not guarantee approval for use in your school. Several factors, including privacy, security, cost, and existing alternatives, are considered when adding new apps. Location based apps, and Apps with built-in advertising will not be considered. 

*Please be aware that adding an app means that it is added to all IPADS in the group, which typically means the school.

PIA Template

10.2″ iPad Wi-Fi with 128GB of storage.  These devices all come with a Logitech Rugged Combo Case with Integrated Smart Keyboard.

Yes.  Google’s G-Suite Apps will be pre-installed on all iPads at the request of the school.

Yes.  The Microsoft Suite of applications will be installed on all devices.

We are working with Apple to provide a series of Pro-D events, with the first two taking place on February 26.

1. Getting Started with iPad

2. Making Content Accessible for All Learners

Working closely with Principal of Indigenous Education Joanne Yovanovich, Skidegate Band Council, and Old Masset Village Council, we have secured the funds for a one to one deployment of devices providing our students with digital equity.

The School District’s annual technology budget will be “saved” annually to facilitate a hardware refresh approximately every 7 years.

We understand that accidents happen from time to time.  Each incident will be assesed on an individual basis. 

Yes, MyED works well using Safari on the iPad.  The Safari browser is a desktop class browser so all web based applications will work.

Typically, the devices will be stored in secure charging cabinets in the school.  The schools may, at their discretion, send devices home when circumstances warrant.

Yes.  Apple provides the School District the ability to tailor the iPads to meet a diverse range of learning needs.  For more information please visit:  https://www.apple.com/ca/accessibility/

No.  Adhesive may damage or otherwise cause defect to the device.  This would constitute defacing School District Property and may result in discipline.

No.  School District #50’s IT Department centrally manages all applications on the iPads.  Only content endorsed by School District #50 will be permitted on the iPads.

All accounts with-in the Haida Gwaii School District require Multi-Factor Authentication with zero exceptions.  Students who wish to log into services with their School Account outside of School for homework will need to setup an additional multi-factor authentication device such as your personal cell phone.

This process requires that you be at School with your assigned iPad.

1) On your School Assigned iPad, open Safari and visit:  https://login.microsoftonline.com

2) If required, sign in with your full email address and password, please see your teacher if you don’t know these credentials.

3) Look to the bottom left of your screen, tap your initials, and then tap View Account

3.5) ( you can cancel that feedback thing that pops up)

4) Under the tab of Security Info tap Update Information

5) Now enter the 2-digit code that pops up in the Microsoft Authenticator app on your iPad.

4) Tap the + Add sign-in method option – Choose Phone

5) Enter your phone number including area code

6) When done the system will send you a text message to your phone number, enter the 6-digit code and click next.

You will now be able to sign in from home to do homework.  If you need to be able to login from outside of the School and do not have a personal cell phone or suitable device please contact your Schools’ office.