Apple Professional Learning with Cyclone
Ignite the creativity in every student
Apple Professional Learning (APL) partners with schools and universities to develop personalised professional learning plans that support learning, teaching, deployment and leadership with Apple technology.
Our Specialists inspire, coach, and lead educators toward learning innovation and improved student outcomes.
As fellow educators, APL Specialists and Providers apply research-based practice and work side-by-side with leaders, teachers, and IT to build confidence and advance their learning and teaching goals.
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Meet Mark Herring

Mark is highly skilled on Apple products in education, working as an Apple Professional Learning Specialist for Cyclone. He has a strong reputation among teachers and learners across New Zealand for his skills and insights on how to use Apple technology effectively in the classroom.
Mark helps educators design and implement digital strategies that enhance learning outcomes with Apple devices and tools. He also offers onsite and virtual coaching and professional development sessions to support educators in their journey with Apple technology.
Contact: Mark Herring
Cyclone's Apple Learning Programs
By partnering with Cyclone, your education institution can build foundational skills with Apple products and integrate them into learning, so educators can create innovative instruction that engages students more deeply.

Planning Essentials
SLT School Leaders – 3 hours
- Evaluations across DT elements
- Strategic planning and goal setting
- Developing programs to build staff capacity and sustainability

Teaching with Mac
DT Leads, Teachers – 3 hours
- Hands on skill development
- Develop skills to lead other students and teachers
- Be accredited to lead Sphero challenges school wide

Inspire Innovation
DT Leads, Teachers – 3 hours
- 4-week guided trial with iPad / Mac
- Weekly online coaching for teachers, portfolio of evidence
- Measurement element of engagement and reflection

APL Compass
SLT School Leaders – 2 hours
- Evaluate where you are and where to next
- Conversations on areas such as vision, planning workflows and learning environment
- Analyse results, discuss next steps and design a personalised professional learning plan
Powerful solutions for schools
Jamf School
Purpose-built Apple MDM for schools
The ideal solution for teachers or instructional technologists. Jamf School empowers educators to manage devices from the classroom. Teacher, Parent and Student apps are included in this solution. Jamf School creates the optimal digital experience and ensures students are focused and engaged.
Jamf Safe Internet
Safe, private connections everywhere students learn
Comprehensive content filtering optimized for education and integrated with MDM for simple, powerful student and user protection. Jamf Safe Internet enforces acceptable-use policies without sacrificing the unmatched learning experience Apple devices provide.