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In an effort to streamline communication between the many parts of the Renbrook community, we use a platform known as myRenbrook. It is everyone's window into the school, and the content each person can access is determined by their role — parent, student, employee, etc.
Through this site and Resource Boards in myRenbrook, we hope to make it easier to get to the information you need. Thanks for visiting!
Please use the menus above to navigate subjects.
>>> Here is a link to the informational technology packet. It's a PDF, so feel free to download print for ready reference. <<<
The myRenbrook Guide - Table of Contents
The myRenbrook Guide - Table of Contents
Accessing myRenbrook
Accessing myRenbrook
You are able to get to myRenbrook from any internet-ready device, and because it uses a responsive web design, it will adjust to the size and shape of your screen, whether it's a phone, tablet, or computer.
Clicking on the MyRenbrook link in the top right of the school website will bring you the login screen at right, or just typing the URL renbrook.myschoolapp.com to any browser.
Parents' usernames are your email address). Ex: david.blodgett. Note: you may have set up your user name differently during the admission process.
Students' usernames are firstname.lastnameYOG (2-digit year of graduation). Ex: david.blodgett28
Logging in to your myRenbrook account
Logging in to your myRenbrook account
You can see everything about your student's day through the parent account.
If you can't remember your password, or it's your first time logging in, click the "Forgot your Login?" link to have a reset email sent to you. Note that the Remember Me checkbox will autofill your user name, but not your password; check out the Saving Login Credentials page for advice .
myRenbrook With A Mobile Device - Creating a Home Screen Icon
myRenbrook With A Mobile Device - Creating a Home Screen Icon
You can get to myRenbrook using a phone or tablet. We recommend creating a shortcut icon that you can put on your device's home screen .
If you have an Android device, here's how:
If you have an iPhone or iPad, use this method:
Parent Communication Checklist
Parent Communication Checklist
2. Be sure we have your correct email address
2. Be sure we have your correct email address
You can edit your email address at any point by clicking on your name in the top tool bar, then selecting profile. To be sure you don't miss any vital school info, it is also wise to alert us of any changes in contact information (jcaswell@renbrook.org).
3. Set your Notifications Preferences for Email and Text
3. Set your Notifications Preferences for Email and Text
Go under your Name Menu (top right) > Settings > Notifications
This is the ONLY way to receive certain announcements and news from myRenbrook (like from Class Bulletin Boards ).
See the section below for detailed info on how to make and update these settings —there's an awesome video there to help you, too.
4. Check Your Child(ren)'s Class Bulletin Boards
4. Check Your Child(ren)'s Class Bulletin Boards
Some Upper School subject area teachers have a space to keep you informed about class happenings — the class Bulletin Boards. It's like a window in on your child's classes, and it can be used by teachers to post resources and assignments.
Here's a short video showing you how to locate them.
Editing Profile and Notifications
Editing Profile and Notifications
Once logged in to the myRenbrook community, you can manage your profile and notification settings under the drop-down where your name appears in the upper right-hand corner on your desktop.
Updating Your Contact Card
Updating Your Contact Card
Update your Contact Card by clicking on the drop-down box by your name and selecting "Profile".
In this area, you are able to add/edit your photo and education, and generally see what contact information the school currently has on file.
If you have changes, please contact Jennifer Caswell.
Entering/Updating E-mail Addresses & Phones (text-enabled)
Entering/Updating E-mail Addresses & Phones (text-enabled)
Note: Users must have access to their e-mail address in order to subscribe to e-mail notifications.
To Enter a Phone or Other Text Enabled Device
Click the +Add Phone button. Enter the device phone number, country of service, and provider. Upon saving, an activation code will be sent to the device. Enter the code in the dialog box and click Save. The number and provider can be changed at any time by clicking on the Modify Number/Carrier link.
Note: This text-enabled device is independent from any phone numbers saved in your profile.
To Edit an E-mail Address or Other Online Profile
Under the "Digital" section, click the Edit button. You can edit an e-mail address or add an online presence account (like Zoom, Google Meet, etc).
Subscribing to Notifications
Subscribing to Notifications
Getting news and updates from Renbrook requires a few steps on your part. You must set up notification methods and categories so you will receive the information Renbrook publishes.
Watch the video to the left for a walkthrough and /or follow the steps below to get your notifications set up.
Notification Methods - Text and Email
Notification Methods - Text and Email
To subscribe to Notifications, you must be logged in to myRenbrook. You can manage your notification settings by going to settings and selecting notifications under Account. You must enter an e-mail address and/or text enabled device in order to receive notifications.
Selecting Notifications to Receive
There are several types of notifications that teachers and staff members can send out, but to receive them, you must have notifications enabled for those types. You can choose to get e-mail, text, or both for each type.
Click the "Edit Options" to the right of the Announcement and News Posted types. Then select the various categories. When in doubt, check the box — you can always return to change your preferences.
Be sure to choose how you'd like to be notified for each type of communication.
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