St Clair High School offers an Equity Assistance Program called the "Long Term Laptop Borrowing" scheme. This program supports families who are unable to provide their own device for school by supplying a laptop for the student to use throughout the school year. Families must review and complete the following application form, which will be assessed by the relevant staff, prior to a laptop being allocated to the student.

Ownership

1. The Laptop is on loan and as such The Department of Education retains ownership of the Laptop at all times.
2. The Laptop is supplied for the predominate use by the student. They are responsible for all information and content on the device, which will be monitored by the school.
3. The Laptop is to be used in ways that are educational and appropriate, as directed by my teachers.
4. Teaching staff have the right to look at any application or file on the Laptop at any time.
5. Students should have no expectation of privacy of materials found on the Laptop.
6. Laptops must remain free of any writing, drawing, stickers or labels.
7. Students are not permitted to add or delete apps without approval from the school.
8. All students should recognise and guard their personal information, including a home address or phone number, or the address or phone number of others.
9. St Clair High School makes no guarantee, written or implied, that materials on the Laptop, including student work, will be safe from deletion or corruption, accident or otherwise.
10. The school recommends that when using the Laptop at home it is used in a family or common area and not in the bedroom.
11. Parents are responsible for supervising their child’s use of the Laptop when not at school.

Care and Maintenance of the Laptop.

1. The care of the Laptop is each student’s responsibility.
2. Never leave a Laptop unattended. When not in your personal possession, the Laptop should be in a secure, locked environment.
3. The Laptop comes with a protective case to help minimize the damage. The Laptop must remain in the protective case at all times.
4. Students should not lend their Laptop to another person. Each Laptop is assigned to an individual student and the responsibility for the care of the Laptop solely rests with this student.
5. The Laptop is an electronic device and care must be exercised when handling the Laptop. Never throw or slide the Laptop or a book bag that contains a Laptop. Never carry the Laptop in the same school bag compartment as your lunchbox and drink bottle. Avoid placing weight on the Laptop.
6. Avoid applying liquids to the Laptop. The Laptop can be cleaned with a soft, slightly water-dampened, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting moisture in the openings. Do not use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia or abrasives to clean the Laptop. Use of unapproved cleaners may remove the protective film covering the face of the Laptop.
7. While the Laptop is scratch resistant, the Laptop will scratch. Avoid contact with sharp objects. 
8. Never expose a Laptop to long-term extremes in temperature or direct sunlight. Do not store your Laptop in a car.
9. Your Laptop comes with ports for charging and other accessories. Care must be exercised when plugging and unplugging accessories. Student-issued Laptop accessories are the responsibility of the student.
10. Each Laptop has a unique serial number and identification sticker. At no time should these numbers or stickers be modified or removed.
11. Do not attempt to gain access to the internal electronics or repair your Laptop. If your Laptop fails to work or is damaged, report the problem to the classroom teacher as soon as possible. Laptop repair/ replacement options will be determined by the appropriate staff.

Damage or Loss of Equipment

1. All Laptops and batteries are covered by a manufacturer’s warranty. The warranty covers manufacturer’s defects and normal use of Laptop. It does not cover negligence, abuse or malicious damage.
2. Any problems, vandalism, damage, loss or theft of the Laptop must be reported immediately to the School.
3. In the case of suspected theft a police report must be made by the family and an event number provided to the school.
4. Students will be required to replace lost or damaged chargers/ covers.

Inspections

All students are required to present their device to school staff upon request for inspection. Inspections occur to ensure that the device is in working order and being properly cared for and maintained. Any damages or misuse will be followed through in accordance to the Student use of digital devices and online services (PD-2020-0471-V01.0.4) and St Clair High School Technology Agreement & Procedures (v.2025).

Borrowing Period

All devices apart of the Long Term Borrowing Program are allowed to be loaned for one school year. All students must return devices to school staff in late Term 4. Year 11 students continuing their studies into Year 12 are allowed to retain the device however an inspection is required prior to the end of year. All students will be provided with suitable notice by school staff when they are required to return their device to the school. A new application is required for the following school year if the family would like to continue with the program.

The use of this device must used in accordance to:

• The policy Student use of digital devices and online services (PD-2020-0471-V01.0.4) which applies to the use of the device and internet whilst at school and where in connection with a school-related activity, school-related program, including coursework, including outside school.
• The St Clair High School Technology Agreement & Procedures (v.2025) and other associated procedures.

Note: The complete Department of Education policy Student use of digital devices and online services (PD-2020-0471-V01.0.4) policy is available for

viewing at: https://education.nsw.gov.au/policy-library/policies/pd-2020-0471

This document must be read in addition to the Laptop Program Agreement Information.

1. I understand that the care of my Laptop is my responsibility.
2. I will take good care of my Laptop.
3. I will never leave my Laptop unattended.
4. I will protect my Laptop by keeping it in an approved case at all times.
5. I will not place decorations (such as stickers, markers etc.) on my Laptop.
6. I will never loan out my Laptop to other individuals.
7. I will keep food and beverages away from my Laptop since they may cause damage to the device.
8. I will keep my Laptop away from liquids and will use proper care to keep it clean.
9.  I will avoid using objects that may scratch the screen.
10. I will not expose my Laptop to extreme temperatures and direct sunlight.
11. I will not deface the serial number on any Laptop.
12. I will not delete any school installed applications or software.
13. I will not disassemble any part of my Laptop or attempt any repairs.
14. I will use my Laptop in ways that are educational and appropriate, as directed by my teachers.
15. I will follow the St Clair High School Technology Agreement at all times.
16. I understand that my Laptop is subject to inspection at any time without notice.
17. I understand that my Laptop remains property of the Department of Education.
18. I will notify my parents and the school of any theft, vandalism or damage to the Laptop.
19. I will be responsible for all damage or loss caused by neglect or abuse.
20. I agree to return my Laptop, case, power cords and accessories in good working condition.
21. I will know where my Laptop is at all times.
22. All students will be subject to device inspections as specified by the school. This will require presenting the laptop to school staff to inspect for any damage and/or neglect. Devices found to have damage will be subject to the conditions outlined in the laptop agreement.

This document must be read in addition to the Laptop Program Agreement Information.

1. I understand my child will be provided with a Laptop to use for educational purposes, at school and home for the duration of the school holidays.
2. I understand that the Laptop remains the property of the Department of Education.
3. I understand that the Laptop is to be used in ways that are educational and appropriate, as directed by my child’s teachers.
4. I understand that my child is responsible for the content on their assigned Laptop.
5. I understand that teachers may access the Laptop at any time.
6. I am aware that St Clair High School strongly recommends that the Laptop be used in common areas when at home.
7. I am aware that I am encouraged to access my child’s Laptop to monitor their activity.
8. I understand that Laptops that are damaged or lost by neglect, abuse or malicious act, will require reimbursement, as determined by the Principal.