Meridian Family & Student Tech Faq

Wrightwood:

• lastname.Firstname@cicswrightwood.org

Ellison:

• lastname.Firstname@cicsellison.org

Northtown:

• lastname.Firstname@cicsnorthtown.org

Link: Step by Step Instructions for Update 

While Chromebooks are great at being stable and staying up to date automatically, it is possible you need to update to make sure everything is working as intended. Usually the device will update on its own, however you might need to follow the steps below. 

• Turn on your Chromebook.

• Connect your Chromebook to Wi-Fi.

• At the bottom right, select the time.

• Select Settings .

• Click the Three Bars next to the title "Settings" 

• At the bottom of the left panel, select About Chrome OS.

• Under "Google Chrome OS," you'll find which version of the Chrome operating system your Chromebook uses.

• Select Check for updates.

• If your Chromebook finds a software update, it will start to download automatically.  

To sign in through Google authentication 

• Go to classroom.google.com

• Enter your school credentials

The guides should be referenced as a starting point when using Schoology:

General Access: Google Classroom User Guide 2024

What if I don’t currently have Wi-Fi access at home?

We are committed to ensuring that every student has access to the internet at home.  Students may qualify for either high-speed internet or a district-provided hotspot at no cost through the Chicago Connected program. Please use the link below to check your eligibility. https://www.cps.edu/strategic-initiatives/chicago-connected/eligibility/

If you have trouble enrolling, please contact your child’s school so that we can help you get connected.

What happens if our child breaks or damages their school-provided laptop?

We ask you to take good care of the devices. We also understand that things can happen. We will work with you to fix or provide a replacement. If a laptop breaks, you must return the broken laptop to receive a replacement.

For additional help please make sure to email your instructor directly in relation to your technical needs.