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Technology Survey 2023
Complete this 5 minute survey to have your say and give your service the chance to win an iPad!
https://surveys.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/
The Kindergarten IT Program would like to find out how we can improve the program for our service members. There are 8 questions covering technology needs, connectivity, service improvements and customer satisfaction.
Your submission will enter your service in the prize draw for first prize, a 9th Generation 64GB WiFi iPad.
The survey will run from 17th of July to 4th of August 2023.
This survey is intended for employees and committee members of Victorian Early Childhood Education and Care services that make use of the Kindergarten IT Program.
Survey Policy and prize draw Terms & Conditions.
Apply for an Information Technology grant!
A new round of Building Blocks Grants – Improvement is now open for applications.
Increased funding is available in categories of Information Technology and Minor Infrastructure.
All the equipment options we supply are suitable for funding.
Refer to our new Hardware Quote Request section for current PC models and to request a quote.
Applications for Information Technology grants close on 30th of July 2023.
Storytime Live Streaming
Tune into our Storytime page to view a regular LIVE VIDEO of State Library Victoria’s storytellers & volunteers running Storytime.
We know that not every child can get to their library to participate and we want to share the fun with as many kindergartens as we can.
Labour Day closure
Please note that the IT support will be closed on Monday 9th March 2020.
IT Support service will resume on Tuesday 10th March 2020 from 9AM.
Network maintenance works on Monday 24th February 10pm – 6am
Network maintenance works on Monday 24th February 10pm – 6am affecting:
- kindergarten.vic.gov.au email
- kindergarten websites hosted by the program
If you have any further questions, please contact us on 038667001
Webmail Upgrade
Some of you may have noticed that the Kindergarten IT Program webmail looks a little different!
It has been upgraded to be optimised for mobile devices.
We will be upgrading our documentation to reflect the new changes, but if you experience any issues, please contact the help desk.
You can visit webmail the same way you always have here – https://webmail.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/.
Face to face training for March 2020
In support of the KIM census requirements for kindergartens we are offering our introductory course throughout March.
Kindergarten Information Management System (KIM) Introduction – 801
The training is available to funded kindergartens throughout Victoria. Classes are provided free of charge and delivered in small groups of 10 people in face to face sessions.
Register your booking on our training page: https://www.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/traininglinks.html
Tip – How to disable comments in WordPress
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Windows 7 support ended on January 14, 2020
Microsoft has announced that Windows 7 support ended on January 14, 2020
For more information, please visit https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/help/4057281/windows-7-support-ended-on-january-14-2020
Welcome back to 2020!
The Kindergarten IT Program welcomes kindergarten teachers, staff and children back for the new year. We are already receiving enquiries about training offerings. A new round of IT training will be available for booking in February 2020.
More information will be provided soon.
We wish you a successful 2020!
TLDS – How to share section 2 & 3 with families – New video guide available
We have created a new 5 minute video explaining how to use the ‘Create New Link’ feature in the Online TLDS platform.
This is an important new step in the process so even if you are familiar with the Online TLDS from last year, this feature can save you time.
Watch the video here: https://www.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/TLDSdemoCreateNewLink/index.html
TLDS – Transition resources for families
The resource for families to complete transition statement can be found at https://www.education.vic.gov.au/childhood/professionals/learning/Pages/family.aspx
Information technology support is provided by the State Library Victoria, Community IT Support Team
Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm
| Phone: 03 8664 7001 | Toll Free: 1800 629 835 |
| General Enquiries Email: info@kindergarten.vic.gov.au | Technical Support Email: support@kindergarten.vic.gov.au |
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Tip – Bluekeep: Windows RDP Vulnerability
What is Bluekeep?
Microsoft has advised users that there is a vulnerability within its Remote Desktop Services. Remote Desktop Services allow others to access your computer without physically being at the machine. Cyber attackers can connect to targeted computers and send specially crafted commands. This can happen without you allowing them to do so.
Microsoft Windows users must install a ‘patch’ to fix this vulnerability. If you are using one of the above Windows operating systems, please click the relevant link below to install the patch.
Windows 7 : https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0708
Windows Vista/XP: https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=KB4499180
Tip – Phishing Scams
What is a Phishing Scam?
Phishing scams are attempts by scammers to trick you into giving out personal information such as your bank account numbers, passwords and credit card numbers. This is usually done by including a link that will take you to a legitimate looking company’s website to fill in your sensitive information.
IT Survey 2019
Complete the Kindergarten IT Program Survey by June 30th 2019 & your kindergarten could win a Cubetto wooden robot!
Survey online:
https://surveys.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/index.php/335524?lang=en
Survey on paper:
Submissions close June 30th 2019.
Only staff and volunteers of Victorian Kindergarten IT Program kindergartens are eligible.
One submission will be selected randomly and the winning kindergarten will be announced early July.
Tip – Business Continuity
Before your kindergarten closes for the Christmas holidays, we have a few IT tips to ensure business continuity.
Information technology support is provided by the State Library Victoria, Community IT Support Team
Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm
Phone: 03 8664 7001
Toll Free: 1800 629 835
General Enquiries Email: info@kindergarten.vic.gov.au
Technical Support Email: support@kindergarten.vic.gov.au