WakeID

Common Wakeid questions

What is my WakeID portal?

The WakeID Portal allows you to access many WCPSS tools and applications including Google, Canvas, Office 365. This document will help you log into WakeID for the first time. To learn more about your WakeID, visit mywakeid.wcpss.net.

Why should I sign in to WakeID when I want to use my email, Canvas, Google Apps, Google Classroom, etc...?

Simple answer, it is a single sign on service. You sign in once and are able to access ALL applications located within the WakeID Portal.

What is my User ID?

Your User ID is your email prefix, without the @WCPSS.net. Your student number also works as the user id.

What if I don't remember my password?

Your teacher can reset the password for you. Once this has been reset, you will have a temporary password that will allow you to reset your own password.



Student log in instructions

1. Using Google Chrome or Firefox, visit wakeid.wcpss.net.

2. Click Select User Type and choose Student.

3. Enter your WakeID. (for example: jrsmith17)

4. Click Continue to Log In.

5. Enter your WakeID Password.


Commonly used Wakeid apps

Email

Did you know that some students think student email is through gmail? Student email is ACTUALLY through Microsoft Outlook (Look for the Outlook Student button with the envelope icon.

Your email address is your WakeID plus @students.wcpss.net. Example : jrsmith17@students.wcpss.net


Canvas and Google Classroom

These are the learning management systems that teachers use. For each class you take, you are enrolled in at least one of them.