Laptop Program

Bendigo South East College incorporates a 1 to 1 ICT program. Parents/guardians make an annual contribution toward the overall cost of the program. Students have the option to buy-out the device at the end of Year 10 (pending College Council review each year).

As technology exponentially infiltrates our society, students will need to acquire and apply the basics of what technology provides in authentic, integrated ways to solve problems, complete projects and creatively extend their abilities.

The computer is an essential part of a learner’s toolkit and BSE acknowledges that digital literacies play a major role in students’ social and academic development. 1 to 1 technology will support students to practise and acquire foundational 21st century skills, knowledge and attributes.

What do I get for my contribution to the laptop program?

As we enter deeper into the digital age, providing our students with a device capable of supporting their learning goals is very important, be they budding artists wanting to make full use of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, creating stunning works in Photoshop or Premier, or simply a workhorse that will not let them down when they need it, the BSE 1-to-1 device program is designed to provide students with a device that supports learning and growth for the entire time they are at the college.

Perhaps the most notable benefit to our families is the piece of mind we can offer, the school’s IT department takes care of all warranty, Accidental Damage and support for your student’s device.

As the school can order devices for a large cohort, we have access to special pricing, which is not available to the general public.

It is only by the ongoing support of our community that this program has been able to continue.

2024 Asus ExpertBook

The school council has chosen the Asus ExportBook B1402CV as the student device fleet for 2024. This powerful business-class machine enables students to seamlessly accomplish a variety of tasks in the classroom, including basic word processing, coding, as well as photo and video editing through the Adobe Creative Cloud suite.

All Asus devices are covered by 4 years warranty and Free Repair Service, this provides all families with a peace of mind with regards to any extra out of pocket costs from damages arising out of normal use such as:
a. Drops, falls or other collisions
b. Liquid damage
c. Electrical surges

In order to make a claim under this Service Package, families will have to provide an explanation of where and when the incident occurred as well as a detailed description of the incident.

Dell – Accidental Damage Protection

All Dell devices at Bendigo South East Secondary College are covered by ADP “Accidental Damage Protection”.

Damaged devices can be very stressful for students and families, even the most careful student has an accident from time to time, ADP gives all our families some pieces of mind when it comes to your student’s devices.

What’s covered:
– Liquid spilled on or in unit
– Drops, falls, and other collisions
– Electrical surges
– Damaged or broken LCD due to a drop or fall

What’s not covered:
– Damage due to fire
– Intentional damage (such as hammer marks)
– Normal wear
– Cosmetic damage
– Consumable parts
– Theft

ADP claims are limited to 1 per calendar year and do not roll-over if they are not claimed.

Cost per claim: $0