Educational Technology

Since 2012, La Salle Prep students have used iPads in a myriad of ways. The iPad allows for access to educational resources, including ebooks, platforms for notetaking and digital submission of work, content creation through a variety of digital tools, and multiple apps that enhance our rigorous and relevant curriculum.

Beginning with the Class of 2029, iPads will be school-managed. La Salle will issue students an iPad for school use and payment for iPads will be included in the tuition structure. Students of classes prior to 2029 will continue to bring family-owned devices for school use. They will receive a discount on the standard tuition rate as a result.

Current research suggests that limiting distractions (e.g., social media, texting) on devices will likely create a more conducive environment for learning (Ophir et al., 2009; Ward et al., 2017). While we aspire to foster student agency and responsibility, school-managed iPads will better protect instructional time and contribute to student success.

No, an iPad is required and will be issued to the student beginning with the Class of 2029.

La Salle student iPads should have a minimum of 64GB. School-issued iPads will meet this requirement. 

Teachers may require students to download specific apps for educational purposes. Students who have family-owned iPads may be required to purchase subject specific apps.

Beginning with the Class of 2029, iPad apps will be managed by our technology department. Apps determined by the faculty and staff as necessary for educational purposes will be installed. Students will not be able to add additional apps to their iPads.

Students from older classes will continue to manage their own iPads and have the ability to install their own apps.