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• Middle & Upper School Laptop Requirements

  To ensure academic success, every student must possess a computer capable of performing the following tasks:

  • Producing spreadsheets, presentations, and text-based documents.
  • Establishing a connection to the campus's secure WiFi.
  • Utilizing the myPortledge Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Operating within Google Workspace for Education.

  Hardware Specifications and Standards:

  • Handheld tablets (Android or iPad) are not permitted as primary devices.
  • A physical keyboard is a requirement.
  • Tools meant to bypass security, such as proxy services or VPNs, must not be installed.
  • Active antivirus protection is mandatory for all macOS and Windows machines.
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  • Laptops must arrive at school fully charged every morning.

  Student Obligations:

  • Students must be granted administrative access to their laptops so our IT Department can install essential security certificates and software updates.
  • It is highly recommended that students keep a charging cable with them.

  Please note that purchasing an independent office suite is optional, as Google Workspace accounts are provided to all students for collaboration and creation.

  
  

  Recommended Models and Technical Specs:

  The minimum suggested internal specs include 8-16GB of RAM and a processor equivalent to or better than an Apple M1, Intel Core i5, or Ryzen 3. Explore specific recommendations through the links below:

  • Advanced Chromebooks
  • Laptops running Windows 11
  • MacBooks (macOS 13 or newer)