Bring Your Own Device
Graded is a one-to-one school with a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program for students in the Upper School (Middle and High School). The BYOD program does not apply to Lower School students, as Graded provides classrooms in that division with the technology needed to support a robust learning environment.
Students are expected to come to school each day with a fully charged, functional laptop that meets the minimum requirements outlined below. These requirements ensure that students can fully participate in learning activities and receive technical support from teachers and the ICT Department.
Graded’s systems and ICT services are device-agnostic, meaning that any computer meeting the minimum requirements will work on campus. Please note the following:
- iPads and Android tablets offer many useful features and applications; however, due to their limitations, they are not suitable as a student’s primary device at Graded.
- Students are welcome to bring a tablet or other digital devices in addition to their laptops.
Cell Phones
Each school division follows a thoughtful, research-based approach to student cell phone use. A summary of each division’s policy is provided below.
Lower School: Students may not use cell phones to make or receive calls or messages during the school day unless a teacher authorizes their use for an educational activity.
Middle School: Cell phones and other personal electronic devices, other than laptop computers and e-readers, are prohibited during school hours. These devices must be switched off, kept out of sight, and stored securely in students’ lockers.
High School: Students may not use cell phones during classes, meetings, or assemblies unless they have a teacher’s permission.
Please refer to your child’s divisional handbook for complete policies and additional information.
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BYOD Requirements |
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| Category | Specification |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel (i5) or AMD (Ryzen 5) processor or MAC M1 or above |
| RAM Memory | 8 Gigabytes (GB) |
| Hard Drive | 250GB SSD OR 500 GB Hybrid |
| Operating System | Windows 11 (64 - bit) |
| Mac OS 12.7.3 (Monterey) or above | |
| Network | Ethernet Card 100/1000 Gbps (optional) |
| Wireless Card (mandatory) | |
| Language Support | English (other languages acceptable as long as English support is available) |
| Keyboard | Physical keyboard (must support the English Language) |
| USB Ports | At least one USB port of type A or C; if the computer does not have one, the student must have a dongle. |
| Browser | Any Browser is supported, but it is mandatory to run Google Chrome or its derivatives, such as Microsoft Edge or Opera |
| Antivírus | It is not mandatory, but we highly recommend installing a complete Antivirus solution to protect against viruses, malware, Spyware, and Ransomware. |
| Power Adapter | Students must bring their power supply cords to school, these must support the Brazilian power connector standards, if not, students must provide an adapter. |
Computer Lifespan
Students' computers must be replaced every 3 years.
Permissions
Students should have sufficient privileges to update and install software, drivers, and other components.
Questions?
Please ask your teacher or the ICT department. Parents may email helpdesk@graded.br for assistance or visit our on-campus office.