Technology
Student Devices
To help remove technology barriers and support student success, WCPS provides all students with a Chromebook.
WCPS provides online easy-to-understand device responsibilities and repair costs, as well as information on caring for Chromebooks, issue support and more.
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Online Safety
Staying safe online is important for everyone in our school community. At WCPS, we work hard to protect our networks and student information, but keeping learning safe is a team effort. Students, staff, and parents all play a part in making sure our digital spaces are secure, responsible, and respectful.
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Supporting Responsible Use of Technology
WCPS uses content filters to restrict students from accessing certain sites that are placed in categories found to be not age appropriate and/or to minimize distractions. All WCPS-provided Chromebooks have a content filter installed so that regardless of the network students are connected to, the sites are filtered. WCPS additionally filters access to internet content on personal devices when students are connected to the WCPS network.
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Digital Tools
WCPS uses a number of digital tools to deliver educational programs and services, enhance educational experiences, and educate students about safe and effective online practices. A digital tool is any interactive website, application or software that requires an account with a username and password.
Learn more about digital tools and view the digital tools master list
ParentVUE / StudentVUE
ParentVUE / StudentVUE are online portals (available on the web and through a mobile app) that give families real-time access to important school information. Parents and students can view grades, assignments, class schedules, attendance, and communicate with teachers—all in one secure place.
Learn more about ParentVUE / StudentVUE
Support
WCPS provides staff, students and families with a variety of supports related to technology applications and devices. See below for support resources. If you or your child has questions on how to use the technology to access instruction or are having technical issues, please email your child’s teacher or school administrator.
Connecting to Home Wi-Fi Internet
- Turn on the Chromebook. On the Network not available window, click on the Select a network drop down menu and click on the name of the desired network.
- On the Join Wi-Fi network window confirm the desired network's name is listed under SSID. The Chromebook will automatically list a security type under the Security heading. Type the password for the network under the Password heading and press Connect in the lower right corner. Upon successful password entry, the Chromebook will connect to the Wi-Fi network.
