FAQ

There is such a huge range of options that it can be overwhelming and every family has different needs.

Our general advice is to purchase whatever you're comfortable with as a family. Most of our current students are pretty comfortable on a Chromebook and they are affordable and reliable so that's usually a safe option.

If you would like more specific advice based on your situation and your child's interests, send us an email at ict@hope.edu.kh and we'll organise a time to chat.  

While we've tried not to limit the options too much it's very possible that the options available don't match your own constraints. If that's the case, send us an email at ict@hope.edu.kh and we'll get in touch to discuss the options and work with you to figure out the best option given the tradeoffs.

If you can't afford it right now but you expect to be able to soon you can request a short term loan of a device.

If you can't afford one for the foreseeable future, we might be able to provide a longer term loan or connect you with a suitable pre-owned device. Please email us to ask how we can help.

All students can borrow a device for the day if they forget theirs or don't have access to one. These must be returned at the end of the school day. In the event a device is broken or stolen, we can provide short term loan devices (that can also be taken home) while you figure out a replacement. You can request a short term loan by contacting ict@hope.edu.kh or visit the ICT Office (room S19).

BYOD is part of how we teach and learn at HOPE. Opting is not really an option, however if you have specific concerns about your student's use of or dependence on technology, we'd love to work through those concerns with you. We can discuss options for:

• additional monitoring or controls

• counseling and support options

• education plans

• strategies for school and home to limit screen time or ensure healthy technology use

Please contact us about your concerns.

You can also see more information in our About BYOD page.