Password Resets

Launchpad Password Help

1. Review the Getting Started With CMS Launchpad documentation for Grade 6-13 to ensure that students follow the correct procedure for resetting their password.

2. Review how to reset passwords in NCEdCloud. Teacher Instructions

3. Review the Creating Strong Passwords section below on how to guide students in creating strong passwords.

Implement the Creating Strong Passwords lesson plans provided for assisting students with developing strong passwords and memorizing their password.

Assist students with resetting their password and setting up their MFA pin for CMS Launchpad.

Assist students with NCEdCloud login and entering in their password into the App Locker.

Creating Strong Passwords

The purpose of the Creating Strong Passwords section in the CMS Launchpad toolkit for teachers is to provide practical guidance on creating passwords. These lessons aim to equip students with the skills needed to enhance school account security and develop lifelong habits of digital responsibility. Through engaging activities and clear instructions, students understand the importance of password security and gain confidence in managing their online credentials effectively.

Creating Strong Passwords Slides

Creating Strong Passwords Student Practice

Creating Strong Passwords Online Infographic

Password Strategies

Use Mnemonics

Encourage students to create mnemonic devices or memory aids to associate their passwords with something memorable. For example, they could create a sentence where the first letter of each word represents a character in the password.

Use Patterns 

Encourage students to create password patterns based on familiar sequences or shapes on the keyboard. For example, they could use a pattern such as "123qwe!@#" which follows a diagonal pattern on the keyboard.

Visualize Passwords 

Have students visualize their passwords as images or scenes to help them remember. This technique can be especially effective for students who are visual learners.

Create Personal Connections

Encourage students to create passwords based on personal information that is meaningful to them but not easily guessed by others. This could include significant dates, favorite quotes, or pet names, but caution them against using information that could be easily obtained by others.