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T E C H f o r T A L L I STo help as many students as possible have access to their school work during lock down, the PTFA have worked alongside the school to set up a scheme linking up students with spare/unused devices within our school community and to also raise funds to purchase new laptops.
Here's what's been achieved so far !
There are 3 elements to the scheme: Please select for more info.
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Need help with a device you've been given by school? Contact helpdesk@thomastallis.org,uk
And here's what it means to everyone...
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Register to REQUEST a Device
Would a device help your child with their remote learning?
To register your interest in the scheme please send an Email to your child's form tutor.
In the subject line write: REQUEST a Device - your child’s name then please provide the following info.
Your Tutor will then liaise with the Tallis Co-ordinator and your child’s name will be added to the list.
School will then allocate devices according to their priority criteria.
* Please note that the scheme is dependent on the number of devices available at any given time and that we may not be able to assist every request.
To register your interest in the scheme please send an Email to your child's form tutor.
In the subject line write: REQUEST a Device - your child’s name then please provide the following info.
- Your full name
- Contact number
- A brief description of your need for IT assistance.
Your Tutor will then liaise with the Tallis Co-ordinator and your child’s name will be added to the list.
School will then allocate devices according to their priority criteria.
* Please note that the scheme is dependent on the number of devices available at any given time and that we may not be able to assist every request.
DONATE a device
So far we have successfully distributed 24 Second hand devices to students so a HUGH thank you to everyone who has helped!
However, we are currently still accepting good working Laptops that can be easily formatted to school specification and distributed quickly.
No mobile phone devices please.
To donate a device please action the following:
Please Email: ptfa@thomastallis.org.uk
In the subject line write: 'DONATE a Device' and Surname.
Please provide the following.
Once IT confirm that the device is suitable, we will let you know.
The following Important steps must then be done before donating the device to ensure digital safeguarding and data protection for both the donor and the receiver.
However, we are currently still accepting good working Laptops that can be easily formatted to school specification and distributed quickly.
No mobile phone devices please.
To donate a device please action the following:
Please Email: ptfa@thomastallis.org.uk
In the subject line write: 'DONATE a Device' and Surname.
Please provide the following.
- Your full name, Yr group and contact number
- A brief description of the Device you are donating.
Once IT confirm that the device is suitable, we will let you know.
The following Important steps must then be done before donating the device to ensure digital safeguarding and data protection for both the donor and the receiver.
- Remove all personal files and data
- Carry out a FACTORY RESET (* see advice below)
- Clean the device with anti-bacterial wipes and place in a bag
- Label it 'Tech For Tallis - FAO IT Dept.' and include your name, contact number and any info you need to pass on to IT
- Deliver the device to School Reception during school hours 9-3 - They will pass it onto IT ready for formatting and distribution to a student.
* Advice on clearing a device and performing a Factory Reset.
There are many step by step guides available on how to safely do this eg: https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-how-to-wipe-your-old-drive-clean.html
However, if you are unable to do this, the IT Department do this as a matter of course anyway.
There are many step by step guides available on how to safely do this eg: https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-how-to-wipe-your-old-drive-clean.html
However, if you are unable to do this, the IT Department do this as a matter of course anyway.
Donate to our Fundraiser
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Wow.. we have surpassed our target! Thank you all SO much. However, our campaign is still ongoing, as we strive to ensure that every Tallis student has their own device suitable for today’s online learning needs. Spending update - Since last May your kind and generous donations have enabled school to purchase 27 new laptops last year and a new order for a further 20+ is being made as we speak! Sadly, there are still many students who don't qualify for a Department for Education device who are struggling, sharing devices with siblings and parents working from home or even trying their best on small phone screens. The funds will help the school meet their target to ensure that every child can access their learning with ease. The funds will also replenish monies already passed on to the school to ensure that the projects already in pipeline can continue once things return to some normality. So, please do continue to DONATE via gofundme, GIFT AID if you can and Thank You for helping ensure education is a fair and balanced provision for ALL our young people at Tallis. |
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Repair your own device or want to buy a refurbished one? Support our Local Businesses. IGadget SmartTech in Eltham High Street (and Sidcup) have many high quality refurbished devices available for those you may be interested in purchasing a device yourselves and they also provide full repairs for items such as phones, computers and tablets - including free home collection and return during lockdown. IGadget SmartTech, Eltham High Street 020 8265 0487 07999 984 222 - Shan the Manager www.techsmartrepair.co.uk smarttechsidcup@gmail.com * Be sure to mention Thomas Tallis PTFA |
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Alternatively, if repairing your own device may be financially difficult at this time, please email ptfa@thomastallis.org.uk where we will try to help as best we can
Notes about the scheme
For help repairing non-school (Personal devices) please see our advice above.
The Role of the PTFA
Troubleshooting
The Role of the PTFA
- Tallis PTFA is co-ordinating the scheme, but is NOT involved with who receives a device. This is carried out by the School.
- Tallis PTFA will become the owners of all Donated devices for the purpose of the ‘Loan and return’. scheme run by School
- Tallis PTFA will pass on to the school, funds raised by the TECH for TALLIS Campaign so it may be used to assist with the purchase of IT devices should the number of donated devices be low.
- School is responsible for collecting the names of those requesting help
- School will co-ordinate the distribution of devices arising from the TECH for TALLIS scheme.
- School will own any devices purchased using PTFA funds
- School will keep a log of all distributed devices and coordinate the reassigning of devices when a student leaves.
Troubleshooting
- Should there be a mechanical issue with a donated device, or you need help with school logins etc. please contact: helpdesk@thomastallis.org.uk
- For help repairing non-school (Personal devices) please see our advice above.
Thank you so much in anticipation of your kindness and generosity.
From Thomas Tallis Parent, Teacher and Friends Association
Angie Elder - Chair of PTFA ptfa@thomastallis.org.uk
Tom Williams - Assistant Head
on 020 8856 0115 TWilliams@thomastallis.org.uk
From Thomas Tallis Parent, Teacher and Friends Association
Angie Elder - Chair of PTFA ptfa@thomastallis.org.uk
Tom Williams - Assistant Head
on 020 8856 0115 TWilliams@thomastallis.org.uk