iPads

Suggested cases for the 10.2-inch iPad, 7th generation (Class of 2024)

• Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case with Trackpad
• Hybrid Shockproof Rugged Drop Protection Cover Built with Kickstand
• COO Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Case

Suggested cases for the 10.2-inch iPad, 8th/9th generation (Class of 2025 & 2026)

• Logitech Rugged Combo 3 Case with Integrated Smart Connector Keyboard for 10.2-inch iPad
• Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case with Trackpad for iPad (9th generation)
• Akkerds Case with Pencil Holder
• Rantice iPad 9th Generation Shockproof Rugged Drop protection Case

The cost is based on Apple’s current education pricing and may fluctuate. A deposit of $100 is due at time of registration with the remainder to be added into the tuition payment plan. To see the current pricing click here.

As with our tuition, there is no interest charged for the iPad, regardless of how you pay.

For the 2023-2024 school year, students receive the iPad 10th Generation 10.9-inch, Wi-Fi with 256 GB storage, Blue.

Yes. By purchasing the iPad from the school, it provides several benefits:

• AppleCare+ allows for up to two replacements per year for accidental damage for four years.
• Schools can purchase apps in bulk for half the price you can buy them in the App Store.
• Mercy can monitor and maintain the iPad through a Mobile Device Management system. It allows the teachers to send class resources to students and Mercy's technology department to send apps directly to the iPad.

Teachers have a review process before adopting an app for a particular class. Emphasis will be on apps that can be used over multiple classes and free apps will be used whenever possible. Most paid apps will be purchased in bulk at a reduced cost and sent to a student’s iPad through the Mobile Device Management System at no additional cost to students. The apps that students must purchase will be very minimal.

Students will receive their iPad after they complete their iPad orientation (typically during JagLife). A Parent/guardian and their student will need to sign the acceptable use policy on Powerschool before taking it home.

Mercy uses Mobile Device Management which allows the school to install apps, as well as maintain certain settings and disable features that students will not need. The internet, while at school, will be monitored. Certain categories of websites will be blocked during the school day. Teachers also use JAMF to monitor day-to-day activities in the classroom.

Parents/guardians should monitor the student’s use of her iPad while she is at home. The internet blocks in place at Mercy do not carry over to your home wireless network. Please monitor your student’s iPad use while at home.

Parents/guardians can download the JAMF Parent App and control restrictions on student devices after school hours.

Each student is required to set up her own Apple ID. She will use this to enable iCloud and the “Find my iPad” feature in case it is lost or stolen. Students should also backup their iPads to iCloud. Students may download a limited numbers of personal apps as long as they do not interfere with educational materials needed. All apps needed for school should be easily accessible on the first few screens.

At Mercy, students will need minimal printing due to the digital sharing of files between students and teachers. There are printers located in our Learning Commons and study room accessible to students. iPads can print from certain AirPrint capable printers.

Mercy also offers a color printing option to students for a minimal cost of $0.25/page.  

Yes. Students may load their own media to the iPad as long as it doesn’t interfere with educational materials. This media should be limited and not fill the storage of the iPad. If an educational app or textbook is needed, the student may have to delete personal media from the iPad in order to install it.

AppleCare+ covers all non-functioning iPads and cables for four years. It also covers accidental damage at a charge of $49 each incident, for four years.

If your student’s iPad isn’t working, she should bring it to the technology office, located in the Learning Commons, for evaluation. In many cases, the problem can be solved at school. If not, the student and her parent/guardian can take the iPad to the Apple Store for replacement. Apple uses the serial number on the iPad to verify the warranty, so no documentation is needed from Mercy to use the warranty. Defective devices are replaced without charge and you are allowed up to two replacements per year for accidental damage at a cost of $49 each incident during the warranty period.

No, as long as your student keeps the suggested settings. With iCloud, Google Drive, and/or Dropbox, every student is taught how to backup their device and store documents to access from any iPad or computer. It is suggested to purchase additional iCloud storage for $0.99 per month.

Students should immediately notify Mercy’s Educational Technology Specialist, Mrs. Amanda DeGrella. Mercy uses the “Find my iPad” feature in an attempt to recover the missing device. Replacement of the iPad is the responsibility of the parents/guardians, however, many homeowners policies will cover a stolen iPad.

Beginning with the Class of 2027, students are provided a Logitech case with keyboard, which should remain on the iPad at all times.  

Students must keep their iPad in a protective case. Many students choose cases that have keyboards attached, but this is not required. There are some keyboards available for student use in the Learning Commons. An Apple Pencil or other stylus is optional, although most students choose to purchase one.

• iPads are only compatible with Apple Pencil 1st Generation

In some courses, Mercy uses electronic books. As new electronic books enter the market, we will evaluate the use in each course. We strive to use the best educational materials possible for each course whether they are paper or electronic.

Students need to be comfortable using whatever piece of technology is accessible to them. For this reason, we will still use Macs and PCs in some courses. We also have a limited basis for students to use during study or to check out during class when needed.

Parents/guardians can use JAMF parent to put restrictions on iPads after school hours. During school hours, please reach out to Mrs. Amanda DeGrella to remove features from your student's iPad.