iPad Program Details (7th-12th Grade)
Cost & Purchase Information for iPads at Valley Christian Schools (VCS)
Purchasing Through VCS:
- Benefits:
- Eligible for 2-4 years of AppleCare Plus at a reduced cost.
- Waived $50 deductible on accidental damage claims if bundled with a case.
- VCS handles all repairs or replacements with AppleCare+ warranty.
Purchasing from Retail Stores:
- Considerations:
- $25 setup fee for personal iPads; must be brought to VCS for setup.
- No repair or replacement services unless AppleCare+ warranty was bought at purchase.
Using an Existing iPad:
- Requirements:
- Must run latest iPad OS (currently 18) and have at least 64GB storage.
- $25 setup fee applies.
- Bring to VCS by July 30 for setup; data backup and iCloud sign-out required beforehand.
- No repair services from VCS without AppleCare+.
Costs:
Check our iPad Pricing & Ordering page: www.vcschools.org/ipadorder.
Financing:
No payment plans available; full payment required at order via check or credit card.
Accessories:
- Case: Recommended but not mandatory; ensure good corner and display protection.
- Keyboard/Apple Pencil: Optional, but Apple Pencil encouraged. Apple accessories covered by AppleCare+ only if bought with the iPad.
Upgrading During the School Year:
You can purchase a new model; complete the iPad order form at www.vcschools.org/ipadorder. Contact the tech team for content transfer considerations. $25 setup fee applies if not bought through VCS.
Further Information:
- Email: ipadsupport@vcschools.org