At any time, you can check for and install software updates. Go to Settings > General > Software Update. The screen shows the currently installed version of iPadOS and whether an update is available.
iPad automatically installs updates wirelessly, and you’re notified before the update occurs. To see the currently installed version of iPadOS, go to Settings > General > Software Update.
NOTE: Bend-La Pine Schools has set a 14-day restriction on downloading the newest iPadOS version. This means that once a new version is released, students will not be able to update to that version for 14 days.