Document Cameras - we're hoping to troubleshoot how they work with the new laptops, let us know if YOU figure it out!

File Storage - how to move files (that aren't in the cloud) to our new ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8.

Respondus LockDown Browser - Now available in all Canvas courses to provide a secure testing environment with Canvas Quizzes. Make sure to check out the Quick Start Guide and the LockDown Browser Support Page on WakeConnect.

Notes: 

• Respondus Lockdown browser has been pushed to all student Chromebooks.

• When students open Chrome browser, a tab is displayed stating the LockDown Browser has been installed. They can close that tab and it will not display again.

• We will be pushing to all student windows laptops as well as all desktops.

• Staff will be able to install from Software Center

Software - on new laptops, you'll need to reload software. If you need SMART, Ladibug, Video player (VLC), or other software, follow these directions.

SEARCH - use the 🔍 search icon in the top right corner of any page to find your answer FAST!

Announcement Slides - Turn your TV to channel 8 to view our announcements. If you don't have a TV or it is broken, you could show these in 1st period using the directions on the bottom of page 5. We believe that students will see them sometime during the day. We will also play them by the front office this year, except on tour days. Add to the slides anytime, email, text, call Thrash for mid-day refreshes for cross-campus updates. 

Spoken Announcements. You can add items to this file by 8:10 AM to be announced. 

Bell Schedules - For each grade, and a master schedule, in our Google Drive. Print small or large, you'll find 11x17 paper in the Office Copy Room Canon c5850. Choose "fit" to increase image on page.

Book Circulation -  Students can come to the Library anytime until 2:55 PM with a pass to return books and check out new ones. Classroom passes can printed here.

Book Search - now found as the icon labeled "Destiny" on your WakeID Portal! You may need to add it to your App LIbrary in WakeID. Place a "hold" to have a book held for you. We'll deliver books to you as soon as they're available.

*** Buses and Carpool Dismissal File - Turn your TV to channel 8 at 3 PM to view our first 50 carpool parents and the buses as they arrive. If you don't have a TV, you will need this link to display the buses on the monitor in your room. If your TV remote isn't working, get batteries from the bookkeeper. Let the librarian know if you need more remotes, we have spares.

Canvas Crew at Reedy Creek - We use Canvas as our Learning Management System. Reach out to our crew, specifically Erin McDermott for one-on-one assistance. If you need tutorials, go to the "Wake Learns" icon in WakeID and search the "Course Catalog." You can also get help from Wanda and Walt, our Digital Learning Coordinators: whanley@wcpss.net and wtallman@wcpss.net

Carts in Classrooms - Chromebooks for student use. Students can get one out and charge theirs with the provided Chromebook chargers. These chargers should remain in carts. Our goal is to not have students bring chargers because they are easily lost or damaged. 

Chromebook Info and Care 

Chromebook Repair - Students should click this link to follow 5 steps to fix the device and complete the ticket online.

Chromebook Status and Day Users - Watch this spreadsheet for updates on Chromebooks that are being repaired or on order for students. Day users will checkout from their 1st period teacher or the Library and it to that same location each day. The Librarian will notify you if you have a Day User. These Chromebooks can be stored in your Lenovo Laptop cart, charging with the Chromebook cable provided. Device eligibility information.

Common Sense Media - lessons to use as you prepare your students for Digital Citizenship at our Common Sense School!

Digital Resource Product Library (DRPL) - search for applications approved for use in WCPSS. See Erin McDermott for assistance!

*** Duo Mobile Multi-Factor Authentication - we use a backup identification check for security on staff devices. Follow these directions.

Eagles Create - links for creations to share your knowledge at RCMMS!

*** File Storage - if you're wondering about how to make sure you get all your files moved from your old laptop to your new one, here are some tips.

Google RCMMS Shared Drive - see Thrash if any Google resources don't allow Access, some files are edit, others are view only.

Ladibug Software -  Plug it into the Promethean board or download Ladibug 2.0 software for the Lumens Ladibug DC120 from the Lumens website for your laptop.

Lamination - place items on the lamination bookshelf/counter in the library workroom by 3:00 PM and it will be done for the next school day. On workdays, we'll have it on most of the day for a morning and afternoon run!

Library Space and Device Sign Up - shared file for Library, 101C, iPad Carts, Headphones, Sphero, Video Camera.

Logins and Passwords - teachers can reset network and WakeID passwords! 

MTAC - Media Technology Advisory Committee - we meet last Thursdays of the month to support Library and Technology on campus. We'd love new members from all roles on campus! If you're interested in serving on our committee, read more at this link and see Thrash or Sachs.

New Staff Procedures and Startup Login Info

*** Policy 3200 for Supplemental Classroom Materials. The MTAC will collaborate with you to ensure supplementary materials complement, extend, and enrich our curriculum.

Podcasts - use Canvas Studio

Poster Printer - Send your file to your librarian and specify size as 18x24 or 24x36, AND if you'd like it laminated. 

Any files that are 12x18 or smaller can be printed in the 11x17 tray in the color printer in the main office. The cost is more efficient and the quality is better! Make sure you change the size in Advanced settings and see that the file is fitting the large paper in the preview. There is paper for the 11x17 tray ready to go, see our bookkeeper for info. 

Printers - how to set-up and troubleshoot. 

Promethean Board info!

Research Databases - New directions for accessing many resources in Ebsco and Britannica. 

Research Steps AND Citation and Plagiarism Tips & Tools Be in touch with your librarian if you need anything!

***Respondus LockDown Browser - Now available in all Canvas courses to provide a secure testing environment with Canvas Quizzes. Make sure to check out the Quick Start Guide and the LockDown Browser Support Page on WakeConnect.

Notes: 

• Respondus Lockdown browser has been pushed to all student Chromebooks.

• When students open Chrome browser, a tab is displayed stating the LockDown Browser has been installed. They can close that tab and it will not display again.

• We will be pushing to all student windows laptops as well as all desktops.

• Staff will be able to install from Software Center

SNAP - our coding website with information and links to everything you need! 

Software - if you need SMART, Ladibug, Video player (VLC), or other software, follow these directions.

Spam Digest - how to send straight to "Deleted Items" folder.

Staff Device Tech Tips - including 5 easy fixes and the link to submitting a help desk ticket. 

Staff Directory - always updating, and you can update too, only can be opened within WakeID.

*** STEM Studio - a collaborative space in room 503 that can be reserved via the Library/Tech Signup Sheet. See Tara G. in the Art room with questions.

WIFI Login - BYOD students will use the wifi labeled: WCPSS Guest. No login needed, just select. (No passing out Lunenburg Password).
Wifi-virtual.wcpss.net is the address for Guest Wifi to send “connect” message! BYOD students can type in this address if the wifi request doesn’t automatically come up, this happens often on personal (non WCPSS) Chromebooks.

*** New or updated material.

Software Center - get your software here!

(formerly BigFix)

If you need to install software provided by WCPSS, you can easily do it from your search bar. You might need programs like Ladibug 2.0 or the VLC Video player for an external hard drive to play DVDs. See the diagram below...

1. Search for  "Software Center" in your search bar.

2. Look for the icon you need. If it doesn't come up, your program is already installed on your computer OR you're logged in as a student who can't have that program