Getting Started Checklist

Get Your Hardware

Ensure you have your district-issued Chromebook, charger, and stylus. 

Understand the rules for technology use in SDUHSD

Review the digital integrity and safety guidelines in the Acceptable Use Policy you agreed to so you can build safe, positive online habits.

Know Who to Contact

Identify the Learning Commons Technician (LC Tech) for your campus. They are your go-to on-campus resource for account issues and Chromebooks.

Log In for the First Time

Follow the instructions to securely log into your Chromebook and set your password.

Student Start Page

Make my.sduhsd.net your home base. This start page contains links to almost every commonly used program you will need daily.

Access Aeries

Log in to Aeries to view your current class schedule, room numbers, grades, and gradebooks.

Join Google Classroom

Log in to Google Classroom with your district Google account. Accept invitations from your teachers or enter the class codes they provide to access class materials and assignments.

Google Workspace Essentials

Familiarize yourself with the tools you will use to create and collaborate every day: Gmail, Google Drive, Docs, Slides, and Sheets.

Core Educational Apps

Learn how to access and use key platforms like Sora (for eBooks), your school's Research Hub, and commonly used assignment websites like Edpuzzle or Kami.

Enable Universal Supports

Take a moment to set up any necessary accessibility or translation tools built into your Chromebook or Google Workspace to ensure your technology works for your specific learning needs.