All New Trier students are required to purchase an iPad from the District at a subsidized cost, as well as attend an iPad training session.

PURCHAING AN IPAD

iPads purchased through New Trier include a subsidy provided by the District to mitigate the cost of ownership. This shared cost between the District and families acknowledges that the device can be used at home and at school. Students and their families can only purchase one iPad at the subsidized cost during their time at New Trier. Included with the subsidized purchase is an iPad, keyboard case, 4-year extended AppleCare coverage, and access to both core and class-specific apps.

2025-2026 MLP IPAD OPTIONS:

• iPad 256GB (10th Gen) + 4-year AppleCare coverage - $425
• iPad Loan Program (Approval Required)

Our iPad purchase portal opens on Monday, May 5th, 2025. Families will also schedule their student’s required iPad Orientation at this time. iPad purchases should be completed by June 30th. To purchase an iPad after the portal is closed, reach out to iPadHelp at ipadhelp@nths.net.

IMPORTANT: Only students who are enrolled during the school year may receive an iPad.

• If a student is scheduled to receive an iPad but decides not to attend New Trier and has not attended iPad Orientation yet, please reach out to the Registrar’s Office at registrar@nths.net directly to inform them of your change of status.
• If a student has already received their iPad but decides before the start of the school year to no longer attend New Trier, the iPad, keyboard case, and charging cable must be returned in-person at the trevIT help desk counter located adjacent to the library on both campuses. A full refund will be issued.
• Please note that once the student has started school at New Trier, no refund can be issued.

CAN I BRING MY OWN DEVICE?

Access to technology resources and device restrictions require a New Trier-issued device. New Trier does not offer an option for students to use a personal device (e.g. laptop, personally-owned iPad) as their official one-to-one school device.

Due to frequent upgrades in security and device software/hardware, we do not allow students to use repurposed iPads previously purchased from the district. We do not want students to be in a position where their device is no longer supported by Apple.

APPLECARE+ COVERAGE

While we know that students do their best to keep their devices safe, the frequency of use throughout the school day can increase the likelihood of damage. That’s why the district includes four years of AppleCare+ with the purchase of the iPad. If your device is damaged, visit the trevIT help desk for guidance. For additional details about AppleCare+ terms and conditions, click HERE. 

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The District provides financial assistance for families through New Trier's Financial Assistance Program. If a family qualifies, a loaner iPad will be provided at no cost.

Applications for financial assistance for the 2025-26 school year may be found in the “Forms” section of the parent PowerSchool portal. Students who qualify for financial assistance will be loaned an iPad at the time of their scheduled iPad orientation.

IMPORTANT: Families must apply and be approved for financial assistance before scheduling an orientation session for their student. Please contact the Associate Superintendent’s office at 847-784-3409 or feebills@nths.net with any questions regarding financial assistance.

IPAD ORIENTATIONS

Once the MLP Portal opens:

• Select an iPad
• Register for an iPad orientation session (required)
• Check your email for a confirmation from iPadHelp@nths.net. *If you didn’t receive the confirmation, check your spam folder.

SUMMER IPAD ORIENTATION AND PICKUP INFORMATION

**IMPORTANT** All iPad Orientations for the 2025 summer will take place on the Northfield Campus.

Location for Pick up: Northfield Campus, Room B323 - Students can enter through the B Building entrance.

2025-2026 iPad Pickup Schedule & iPad Orientation

• Friday, June 6th (Summer School Students Only) - 1:00p - 2:30p
• Monday, June 9th (Summer School Students Only) -  1:00p - 2:30p
• Tuesday, June 17th - 8:30a - 10:00a; 10:30a - 12:00p; 1:00p - 2:30p
• Wednesday, June 18th - 8:30a - 10:00a; 10:30a - 12:00p; 1:00p - 2:30p
• Tuesday, July 8th - 8:30a - 10:00a; 10:30a - 12:00p; 1:00p - 2:30p
• Wednesday, July 9th - 8:30a - 10:00a; 10:30a - 12:00p; 1:00p - 2:30p
• Tuesday, July 22nd - 8:30a - 10:00a; 10:30a - 12:00p; 1:00p - 2:30p
• Wednesday, July 23rd - 8:30a - 10:00a; 10:30a - 12:00p; 1:00p - 2:30p
• Tuesday, August 5th - 8:30a - 10:00a; 10:30a - 12:00p; 1:00p - 2:30p
• Wednesday, August 6th - 8:30a - 10:00a; 10:30a - 12:00p; 1:00p - 2:30p
• Tuesday, August 12th - 10:30a - 12:00p
• Wednesday, August 20th - 1:30p - 3:00p

During the orientation course, students will...

• Download and review core apps through Self Service
• Enroll in Canvas, our district learning management system
• Create their NTHS account and password
• Configure their school email
• Access their school Google Drive account
• Log into PowerSchool and explore basic functionality
• Review New Trier’s Acceptable Technology Use Regulations

ITEMS YOU WILL NEED TO BRING WITH YOU TO YOUR IPAD ORIENTATION AND PICKUP:

Receipt of purchase: Students must bring a copy of their payment receipt in order to receive their iPad. This was emailed to the family after purchasing the iPad via the New Trier Webstore (RevTrak). The email will come from "New Trier District 203/NTX Web Store". Either a paper or digital version of your receipt is acceptable. 

If approved for financial assistance through the district, no receipt will be needed.

Student ID: Students should bring some form of photo identification to their scheduled iPad pickup (e.g. library card, former school ID, or a passport). 

STAYING DURING AN IPAD ORIENTATION 

Due to limited space, we ask parents to drop off their students and pick them up at the designated time. If a student would benefit from having a parent/guardian accompany them, please let us know in advance by emailing the iPad Help Line at ipadhelp@nths.net.

Most orientations run between 60 to 90 minutes.

MAKING SCHEDULE CHANGES

If families need to change the date of the student's iPad orientation and pickup, log into the MLP Web Portal and select the "Click here to change" link to choose another day and time.

IPAD RESTRICTIONS AT NEW TRIER

In an effort to provide students with every opportunity to be successful in the classroom, restrictions are automatically applied to student NT iPads to minimize distractions (i.e. social media notifications, texting, gaming) and encourage the use of school-approved apps and resources.

New Trier iPad restrictions include:

• Remove access to the Apple App Store, limiting what students can install on their iPad, including games, social media apps, and VPN profiles. All core and course-specific apps will be distributed free of charge through our mobile device management (MDM) system called Self-Service.
• Disable the iMessage feature on the iPad

**IMPORTANT UPDATE: At the March 2025 board meeting the administration recommended an update to our administrative procedure that will not allow unrestricted iPad devices. This information was sent to all families in our Communication Department's Board Briefs. Moving forward, we will not be accepting device restriction removal requests.**

NOTE: Use of additional personal devices in the classroom requires approval from the classroom teacher.

It is important that students and families are familiar with the rules associated with using technology at New Trier. Students are governed under the rules and regulations covered in New Trier's Acceptable Use Regulations (AUR) found in the Student Guidebook. In addition to the AUR, families should familiarize themselves with policies outlined in the  New Trier Mobile Learning Program (MLP) Acknowledgement.

THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES ALSO APPLY:

• Internet filtering is provided at school, but not at home.
• Mobile device management (MDM) software and profiles may not be removed from the device.
• It is expected that students will have a fully-charged iPad available each day for class.
• Students will not be able to use multiple Apple IDs on their school-issued iPad.
• Students may configure additional personal email accounts on their iPad, but email content on the device is subject to the terms of the Acceptable Use Regulations while on campus.
• "Jailbreaking" the iPad results in the loss of the Apple warranty and is a violation of the terms of use. Using a jailbroken device on the New Trier network is not permitted. If the student takes steps to “jailbreak” their school-managed iPad, the district retains the right to factory-reset the device and report this infraction to the student’s adviser/adviser chair.

BEST PRACTICES

• Charging your iPad - Charge your iPad every night to prepare for the next day at school. Some students may find themselves using the iPad in every period and a full charge would be necessary. New Trier does have supervised charging available to students at both TrevIT help desk areas at Winnetka and Northfield campuses.
• Personal Content on the iPad - The student must be aware that there is no expectation of privacy on the iPad while on campus at New Trier. Content including documents, music, messages, emails, and photographs stored on the iPad could be accessed by authorized New Trier staff at any time.
• Backing Up - The student is responsible for backing up all data on the iPad. Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, students new to the district will be provided with a managed Apple account (Apple ID) with 200 GB of iCloud storage. For all other students who are using their personal Apple Accounts, 5GB of iCloud storage space is available. If additional space is needed, students can purchase extra iCloud space from Apple. Please note that New Trier High School is not responsible for data loss in the event of a device failure or malfunction.

CARING FOR THE IPAD

We recommend that all students care for their iPad as follows:

• Use a clean, soft cloth to clean the device's screen; do not use cleansers of any type.
• Insert and remove charging cables carefully to prevent damage to connectors.
• Handle the device carefully. Screens can crack when dropped, twisted or subjected to pressure from stepping or leaning on them. Do not stack other objects (books, binders, etc.) on top of the iPad. Be careful with carrying iPads in backpacks. The weight of other objects in a backpack is often enough to crack an iPad screen or warp the frame.
• Do not leave the iPad in places of extreme temperature, humidity, or limited ventilation (i.e. in a car) for an extended period of time.
• Keep food and beverages away from the device.
• Make sure the iPad and accessories are secure when they are in or out of sight. iPads should not be left in an unlocked locker, a desk, a backpack, or other locations where someone might take it. Do not leave iPads unsecured while charging in public places.
• Students are required to secure their iPads with a Passcode. This protects their data from theft and loss.

APPLE IDS

Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, new students to the district will be provided with a managed Apple account (Apple ID) which offers 200 GB of iCloud storage. So, students can expect to use their school email address to access their Apple accounts. Please review this information for a list of resources that students will NOT have access to on their school-issued iPads.

For all other students (upperclassmen), they will continue to use their personal Apple Accounts, which allows for 5GB of iCloud storage. If additional space is needed, students can purchase extra iCloud space from Apple.

TECH SUPPORT

Students can receive tech assistance from 7:30-3:30pm each school day at trevIT support locations. TrevIT at Northfield can be found inside the library. TrevIT at Winnetka can be found directly outside the library on the 2nd floor. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) and students can also email trevIT at iPadHelp@nths.net. 

New Trier is committed to providing students with high quality support so they can focus less on the technical aspects of the iPad and more on academic goals. To make the repair, loss, and damage process as easy as possible, technical support is available at each campus during school hours (7:00am-4:00 pm). If you need assistance with your iPad, please visit the trevIT desk at either campus just outside the library at Winnetka or inside the library at Northfield.

IMPORTANT RELATED LINKS:

• Click HERE to learn more about the extended AppleCare+ coverage that is already included with your iPad purchase.
• Click HERE to learn more about the Terms and Conditions of AppleCare+.
• Click HERE to review Apple's repair costs.
• Technology Resources for NTHS Students

COVERAGE FOR LOST OR STOLEN IPADS

While New Trier does not insure against lost or stolen iPads, there are 3rd-party options available for purchasing this type of extended coverage.

WHAT TO KNOW IF YOUR IPAD IS LOST OR STOLEN

• Students should go to the trevIT desk immediately. Any iPad registered with our mobile device management system (MDM) can be tracked when powered up and connected to New Trier’s wireless network. Students should also immediately use Apple's Find My App or log into iCloud (icloud.com) to locate their lost device.
• A lost or stolen iPad is NOT covered by the extended AppleCare+ warranty.
• You may be issued a loaned iPad at the discretion of technology staff, depending on availability. You may keep this loaned device for up to two weeks or until you arrange to have your iPad replaced or repaired (whichever comes first).
• Any replacement devices will need to be purchased from the district at the full retail cost.

IPAD NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY?

FOLLOW THESE STEPS:

• Go to trevIT for a device assessment (outside the library at the Winnetka campus, or inside the library at the Northfield campus). 
• If the issue is covered under AppleCare+, technology staff will assist you in repairing or replacing your device. Please contact trevIT for information on any deductible costs. 
• If your AppleCare+ plan has expired, technology staff will advise you on your options for repairing or replacing your device. You may receive a replacement device after paying the deductible.

EXPIRED COVERAGE

After your 4-year coverage expires, you will be responsible for any repair or replacement costs for your iPad and charger. As a courtesy, students with expired coverage may stop by trevIT first for a free assessment before scheduling an appointment at the Apple Store. 

BROKEN KEYBOARD CASE

New Trier's Mobile Learning Program (MLP) allows one iPad case for each student. Although cases are given as a courtesy to help families begin the program with a protected device, the District is not responsible for providing additional protection.

The district provided cases are rugged, durable, and built to withstand a lot of punishment. However, in the event the case becomes defective or damaged in any way, students and their families are responsible for future case/protection solutions for their iPad, as well as filing the warranty claim with Logitech

The product must be registered with Logitech to be eligible to file a warranty claim. We recommend registering your product immediately. For more information about the Logitech Limited Hardware Warranty, visit: http://www.logitech.com/en-us/footer/terms-of-use?id=3101

Please Note: New Trier does not facilitate the warranty claim process. The claim process is between the family and the Logitech company.

NEW TRIER'S IPAD REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT

Students who come to trevIT (outside the library at Winnetka and inside the library at Northfield) will be able to receive a free, basic diagnostic by technology specialists. While help is always available to students, it is best practice that students make sure student iPad content is being backed up automatically. Visit trevIT so we can walk you through the process; we are always here to help!

STEP 1

RECOMMENDED METHOD: BACKING UP TO ICLOUD

During your iPad orientation, students were required to set up their iPads to automatically back up to Apple’s iCloud. If you find that you are out of iCloud space, you should consider purchasing additional storage as it is fairly inexpensive.

BACKING UP TO YOUR COMPUTER USING iTUNES

If you do choose to backup your iPad content using iTunes on your personal computer, follow these steps carefully.  * NOTE: Apple requires that users choose either iCloud or iTunes as a means of backing up content, and once you select the iTunes option, iCloud will no longer backup content automatically.

STEP 2

Students should bring their iPads to the Apple store and pay the deductible there. Pending approval, there are instances when a student may be given a loaned iPad; however, keep in mind that loaned iPads are subject to the terms of the MLP Acknowledgement (MLPA).

Students who receive a new device must remain in contact with technology specialists throughout the process. trevIT will transfer all data from the student's old device to the new device. Anything backed up on the iCloud will transfer to the new iPad.

IMPORTANT: All communication is issued to student's New Trier email accounts (@student.nths.net). Failure to stay in communication with technology specialists will impede our ability to provide high quality service. If a loaned device is issued, it must be returned before the student graduates or transfers out of New Trier. 

WHAT IF MY LOANED IPAD OR ACCESSORY BREAKS OR IS LOST/STOLEN?

Loaned iPads are property of the district and are only loaned to students who qualify or have been specially approved for a loan during the repair process. Loaned iPads must be returned in operable condition, with all accessories and parts in reasonable condition; however, we understand that things happen. If a loaned iPad or accessory breaks or is lost/stolen during the rental period, the district may seek reimbursement on a case-by-case basis.

EBOOKS @ NEW TRIER

New Trier works hand-in-hand with teachers and department leadership to evaluate eBook/digital textbook options for all courses. Not every classroom will use digital texts (i.e., eBooks, Apple Books, supersites, or open educational resources (OER), such as OpenStax, as some textbooks or specific editions are simply not available in a digital format, the textbook may only be available digitally, or the iPad eReader does not deliver a satisfactory user experience. To learn more about the features and functions of eReader apps.

New Trier has partnered with Beck’s Bookstore to provide all textbook and academic materials to students. When purchasing eBooks specifically, Beck’s will provide login information and instructions on how to access their eBooks a couple of days prior to the first day of school. NOTE: It is always good practice for families to retain proof of purchase for all academic materials for future reference.

EBOOK BENEFITS

Students should reach out directly to Beck’s online support by emailing newtrier@becksbooks.com. This is the best way to receive timely assistance and avoid standing in line at the onsite bookstore. 

NOTE: After a student emails Beck’s for support, it may take anywhere from a few hours up to 24 hours for a response.

EBOOK BENEFITS

eBooks may offer a number of benefits beyond print textbooks. Specialized features can include bookmarking, in-text highlighting, note taking and sharing, access to online glossaries and other supplemental content (i.e. videos, external links). eReader apps for iPads may be needed for accessing eBooks and can be found in Self-Service, New Trier’s internal app delivery platform.

Since New Trier's Mobile Learning Program began, educators have encouraged students to actively explore the ways they can use technology effectively to support individual learning styles. Similarly, we encourage families to continue to explore, discuss, and stay informed on teen use of technology and social media. The resources below may offer some guidance and tools for parents and guardians so they can effectively foster their child’s safe and responsible use of technology both at school and in life.

GENERAL RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

• Parent's Guide to Social Media Use for Kids : "Social media can be helpful rather than damaging if we lead them intentionally."
• Quick Guides from Connect Safely (variety of topics)
• Digital Resilience Toolkit from InternetMatters.org: Find tips to help children become more digitally resilient and savvy so they can be their best digital selves and get the best out of their online world.
• Kids & Tech: Tips for Parents in the Digital Age : Resources to help parents teach their children about healthy concepts of digital use and citizenship.
• Seven Steps to Good Digital Parenting from FOSI : Parents can download a valuable tool/guide that allows you to access links included in the Seven Steps to Good Digital Parenting. These resources provide more in-depth advice to support you as you manage tech use in your home.
• Parenting & Ed Tech Resources from Lucy Gray (NSCD): This resource provides a wealth of information and resources for families covering timely topics focused on how to parent to foster digital citizenship and responsible use of technology with your children.

DIGITAL HEALTH

• Screen Time & Your Family "Life Kit" Podcast from NPR: Features Education consultant, Ana Homayoun, says, "...it's all about empowering your kids to make good decisions when you're not around."
• How to Utilize the Research About Children & Screen Time (Family Institute, Northwester, Jan 2019)
• What is Digital Wellness & How Can it Help You Succeed in Online College

FOCUS ON SCREEN TIME FEATURES & SELF-REGULATION

• Screen Time
• Family Sharing & Apple ID for a Child
• "Ask to Buy" Feature
• Location Sharing
• Parental Controls on iOS Devices
• Set up your Medical ID on your Health App
• "Emergency SOS" Feature
• "Night Shift" Feature
• "Do Not Disturb" Feature
• "Do Not Disturb While Driving" Feature
• Set & Manage Alarms on your iOS Devices

FAMILY RESOURCES ON IPAD RESTRICTIONS & OTHER FEATURES

• How to Use Restrictions and Parental Controls on iPhone and iPad from iMore.com - Parental Controls, also known as Restrictions, let you manage which features, apps, and content your child can and cannot access on their iPad.

• Why the Best Parent Control is You from Common Sense Media -Digital tools and settings can help you stay on top of your kid's online life, but can't replace staying involved, having conversations, and helping them make responsible choices.
• Five Security Settings in iOS 12 You Should Change Right Now from TechCrunch
• iOS: Understanding Restrictions - Restrictions prevent users from using specific features and apps on the iPad. Parents must keep in mind that teachers require specific apps to be installed for their coursework. The camera, Safari, and iBooks store should remain available to students.
• Family Guide from Apple, Inc. - Apple is continually designing new features to help make sure your child is using their iPad in a way a parent/guardian finds to be appropriate and safe.
• Apple's Family Sharing Program - Families can become part of Apple's Family Sharing Program that allows parents/guardians to approve the downloading of both free and paid apps for all family iOS devices. There are other benefits to this program, such as sharing content, locating lost devices, etc., but, what's nice is that the "parent" of the Family Sharing account will have strong visibility into what is being downloaded onto their child's iOS device(s).
• "Screenagers" Documentary Examines Impact of Screens and New Tech on Kids' Development - Navigating a child's access to screens and technology has become one of the most difficult parenting issues today, and the mother of teenagers is examining the issue in this timely documentary called "Screenagers."
• " Screenagers: Next Chapter ": The conversation continues...Where can I view this ?
• A Guide to Parent Controls for Kids' Tech Use (NPR) - A brief guide to the issues and solutions regarding parental controls with a focus on how kids today are trying to get around these restrictions.
• How to Restrict Certain Apps on iPhone and iPad by iMore.com - Using Restrictions is a great way to allow your kids to use all the apps and features you want them to use and none of the ones you don't.
• How to Block Websites in Safari on an iPad - Learn how to manage the parental controls (restrictions) for web content.
• How to Turn on Private Browsing on Your iPad - Parents should be aware that some students may choose to enable private browsing on their iPads, which does three things: (1) the iPad will no longer keep track of the websites you visit or the searches you perform in the search bar, (2) the iPad will block certain types of 'tracking' cookies from external websites, and (3) the border of the Safari app will turn black to indicate you are in private mode.

TEENS & ELECTRONICS

• Sleeping Well in the Digital Age (Nursing @ Georgetown) - Interesting resources around the effect of screen time and screen light on the brain/sleep patterns.

• Reduce Teen Screen Time Without Stress - Tips for helping manage screen and electronic time for teens.
• Three Tips for Monitoring Screen Time - Three steps to reduce screen time and understand electronic and device usage for teens.
• Screenagers: Growing up in the Digital Age Documentary - Supporting Resources for Parents
• What Parents Need to Know About Technology Addiction (CommonSense)

PROTECTING PERSONAL INFORMATION & SAFETY

• Parent's Guide to Internet Safety: Keeping Your Child Safe Online - Visit this parent-recommended site to explore topics of cyberbullying, protecting your child's online reputation, monitoring your child's screen time, and other relevant topics.
• How to Remove Geotags From Pictures Taken With Your iPhone/iPad - Cameras and smartphones can attach location, geographical information to photos, essentially making it possible for someone with malicious intent to discover more about the people they're following. The post provides information on how you can disable this feature.
• The Complete guide to Facebook Privacy Settings - A comprehensive review of Facebook's privacy settings, providing advice on how to modify those settings to maintain your privacy.

UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS

• Parent Guides from ConnectSafely : " By parents, for parents: A growing collection of clearly written guidebooks that demystify apps, services and platforms popular with kids and teens."

• NPR: To Keep Teens Safe Online, They Need to Learn to Manage Risk - "Developmental psychology says the Holy Grail of parenting teens is striking a balance between parental supervision and teen autonomy, and that teens learn coping skills when parents are actively engaged yet mindful of teens' need for independence."
• Popular Social Media App Guide for Parents & Teachers from Safe, Smart, Social
• Internet Safety & Security Glossary : To help better understand the mystifying world of online security.

INSTAGRAM

• Instagram, Tips for Parents
• Instagram Quick Guide for Parents from ConnectSafely.org
• 5 Ways to Keep Your Instagram Profile Safe by Sophos
• Instagram & Snapchat Safety Tips from 7 Experts from Safe, Smart, Social
• When can Geotagging on Instagram Be a Good Thing?

FACEBOOK

• Facebook Privacy Basics : What You Need to Know About Facebook Privacy from www.thebalance.com
• Complete Guide to Facebook Privacy Settings from Techlicious

SNAPCHAT

• A Parent's Guide to SnapChat from ConnectSafely
• SnapChat Support: Change Your Privacy Settings by SnapChat
• Instagram & Snapchat Safety Tips from 7 Experts from Safe, Smart, Social

TWITTER

• 5 Tips for Staying Safe on Twitter by LifeWire
• How to Stay Safe Online: Twitter by NetSafe