Academics

Technology

Our Mission

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  • Inspiring Innovative Teaching

Sage Hill School believes that technology, when utilized safely and honorably, inspires innovative teaching, nurtures all learning styles, and creates unique opportunities to connect our students with their community. We believe that every student can and should master the information and tools necessary to be passionate learners, global citizens, and leaders. We also believe all members of our school community should be supported as they employ technology in the service of our students’ success.
Students are required to bring a laptop to school daily. For more information regarding our Technology Expectations and Laptop Requirement, please review the specifications here.

Daily Laptop Requirement

List of 7 frequently asked questions.

  • Why do students need a laptop for school?

    A laptop is a more robust, comprehensive tool for internet research, data analysis, multimedia projects/presentations, and word processing. Almost any device can access Canvas, Sage Hill’s online learning management system, but a laptop is better suited for the aforementioned more robust tasks.

    Mobile devices such as a smartphones or tablets are not sufficient tools to help our students master the research, media creation, writing, scientific modeling and computation skills they need to practice daily.

  • Can my student bring an Android tablet or iPad instead?

    iPads, Kindle Fire, and other tablets do not meet this requirement, and have difficulty multitasking, creating media, navigating Canvas and submitting assignments efficiently. Students are welcome to bring these mobile devices to campus next year, but they will also need to bring a laptop to each of their classes.

    (Note: The iPad does not meet the School’s Laptop Requirement but can be used as a stylus input. We recommend students have an actual laptop for school.)

  • What kind of laptop does my student need?

    Student laptops may be either Mac or PC, but must meet the standards in order to comply with the Laptop Requirement. Most computers manufactured in the last 2 years will meet these standards. (Please note the exception of netbooks and Google Chromebooks, which do not meet the requirement.)

    If you are unsure, you can check computer specifications using the methods described at www.wikihow.com/Check-Computer-Specifications.

  • Does the laptop need to be brand new?

    The School does not require a brand new laptop! There are many options to find good, functional equipment at a discount.

  • Do you have any suggestions about where to purchase refurbished or used laptops?

    Refurbished Macbooks can be purchased directly from the Apple Store at a small discount and come with a 1-year warranty. Refurbished PCs can be purchased from Dell Outlet and other retailers. Open box, sales and deals on new laptops can sometimes be similarly priced as refurbished laptops.  Some retail locations that can be checked are:

    Best Buy
    Amazon
    Lenovo
    HP 
    Costco

    Be cautious about purchasing on eBay or from unknown sellers, who may not guarantee equipment or the safety/reliability of software.

    These are provided only as suggestions. Sage Hill School is not affiliated with any of the above providers, and makes no financial gains from any purchases made with these providers.

  • What technical support is available on campus?

    The Sage Hill Technology Department provides assistance for students utilizing school resources. Help is available to assist students in connecting to on-campus internet and printers, and user support for our Learning/Classroom Management System, Canvas is also readily available.

    Help Desk is available during the school day. Students can visit the Tech Office in the Humanities building or the Library to request help as well. Anyone can email helpdesk@sagehillschool.org to create a ticket and ask for assistance with school-related issues. Unfortunately, repairs or warranty are not available on campus.

Need Help?

Email helpdesk@sagehillschool.org for answers and assistance.

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A college preparatory independent day school for grades 7-12.

20402 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, CA 92657
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