Don't worry. We are here to help. Start with the information on this page.

1. Login to the WakeID portal at http://wakeid.wcpss.net. 
   • See Mr. Caggia in the library if you need your WakeID username, password, or student ID number. You may also email him at pcaggia@wcpss.net.
   • This webpage has step-by-step directions for logging into WakeID portal.
2. Sign into PowerSchool to access your class schedule.
   • This webpage has step-by-step directions for logging into PowerSchool. Some of the graphics in this guide may look different, but the steps are the same. This is also how you will sign into PowerSchool to check your grades.
3. Join your classes in Google Classroom.
   • Many of your teachers use Google Classroom to post assignments. You'll need your schedule to figure out which classes to join.
   • Looking at your schedule, you'll need to note the names of your teachers and which Core or Elective they are. So, if you have Mrs. Howland for Core 3, you'll join with her Core 3 code. You will join only one class for each teacher you have.
   • You can get the classroom codes you need from your teachers.
   • Watch this video to learn how to join classes in Google Classroom and learn how to use its features:

4. Visit your teachers' websites.
   • Each team has a website that has important information for you and your families. Your teachers all have pages connected to your team site. Click the Class Websites link and find and explore your team's website.
5. Learn about our district's Responsible Use Policy.
   • Watch this video explaining the rules and procedures for using technology at school and at home.

• Academic Calendars
• Daily Bell Schedule
• School Events Calendar

Chromebooks

All students who are new to WCPSS will receive a Lenovo Chromebook to use in school and at home. A device will be available within a few days of your first day at Salem. Mr. Caggia will let your teachers know when it is here so you can come pick it up. To learn more, visit the district's Guides to Technology website.

Hotspots

Wi-fi hotspots are available to families that do not have wireless internet access in the home. If you need a hotspot, please see Mr. Caggia in the library or email him at pcaggia@wcpss.net.

The WakeID portal contains all the apps and programs you will use for classroom assignments.

• You will sign into the WakeID portal with your WakeID username and password.
  • View step-by-step written directions here.

Students use PowerSchool to access their schedule and view their grades.

• You will access PowerSchool through the WakeID portal only. Do not search Google for the login screen.
  • Sign into the WakeID portal.
  • Click on Homebase. The icon says NCEdCloud IAM.
  • Enter your student ID number as the username and click Go. Note that this is a different username than you used for WakeID.
  • If everything is working correctly, it will NOT ask you for a password. If it asks for a password, start over and be sure you are using the correct username/student ID number.
  • When you get in, click on the PowerSchool icon.
  • View step-by-step written directions here or watch this video to see how it is done.

Create a strong password for your account and keep it secure. Never share your password.

• Longer passwords are always better. Passphrases are an easy way to create a longer password that you can remember.
  • Watch this video to learn why and how to create a strong password using passphrases.
    
    

• Use this website for ideas on creating a passphrase.

The WCPSS Responsible Use Policy explains what you can and cannot do with technology at school, including personal devices connected to the district and school wifi networks. Watch the video here to learn about these important rules.

Many of your teachers will use Google Classroom to manage your assignments and announcements.

• Visit the WCPSS Guides to Technology page for step-by-step written directions for learning to use the features of Google Classroom, including:
  • Joining a class
  • Navigating the class stream
  • Turning in assignments
• Or watch this video to see the steps in action:

Some of your teachers may use Canvas instead of Google Classroom to manage your assignments and announcements.

• Visit the WCPSS Guides to Technology page for step-by-step written directions for learning to use the features of Canvas, including:
  • Logging in
  • Finding your courses
  • Navigating the course
• Or watch this video to see the steps in action:

For schoolwork, your child MUST be signed into a personal Chromebook with his or her school email address (@students.wcpss.net). This account cannot be managed through Family Link.

If you are having trouble with a personal Chromebook, check out these support links from Google.

• Adding school accounts to a Chromebook with Family Link
• Removing accounts from a Chromebook
• Managing a child's account on a Chromebook
• Clear cache & cookies
• General Chromebook Help