Change Personal Settings in ParentSquare

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PQ6 Link to article (must be signed in) *Staff information is populated from Skyward.  If you need to make changes, please contact HR. Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Update / Edit Your Contact Information Name misspelled? Wrong email or phone number? Missing a child on your account? Contact HR- Click the question mark next to your name. 

Canva Setup

Published April 25th, 2022 by Nick Williams

Getting Started with Canva for Education: Account Setup Guide Video Tutorial Written Guide: Use your BCSC Google account to create a Canva account if you do not have one already. You will use the sign-in with Google button to create your account. How to access past designs  (if you have an existing account) after merging account with BCSC Canva acco

Find your Class Roster in ParentSquare

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PQ5 From your class, you can click on Directory on the left.  To change classes, use the dropdown bar on the top right. IF a student is missing, they will be added once they have current information in PowerSchool.  

RW Google Laptop Lunch

Published June 9th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Session Goals Practice using Read&Write for Google toolbar Practice using Snapverter app/extension Identify 3+ ways to use Read&Write toolbar to create accessible, universally designed lessons What is Read and Write for Google? Screenshot Reader Translator Check It Feature in Docs Audio Maker Highlights & Erase Highlights Word Prediction

Connecting to a BCSC Verizon Hotspot

Published August 13th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  Any student or staff using a BCSC hotspot System: Verizon hotspot Verizon Hotspot Use Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation is providing Verizon Hotspots for BCSC students to have access to eLearning resources only.  Hotspots should be used for  school work only . Follow the instructions below to connect your device to the hotspot f

Replying to an email in Gmail

Published July 21st, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff, Secondary Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook, any browser Replying to an email in Gmail Your browser does not support HTML5 video. How to  REPLY  to an email Open your received email in Gmail.com Click on the Reply icon on the top right OR click on the Reply button on the bottom left. Type in your message and cl

Google Drive uploading documents

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GW5, GW6 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. To upload files into Google Drive, select the +New button on the top left.   Then select “file upload” Select the file from the viewer in Windows and it will upload into Google! To share files you have uploaded, click on the 3 verticle dots and select “Share.” You will find the same sharing options

Send a ParentSquare Message

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PQ2 Link to article  Link to video Direct Messages (also called "Messages") allow you to reach one user or a few specific users. Direct Messages are two-way translated. Users will receive direct Messages in their preferred language.  From Home, select Messages on the left. 2. Click New Message. 3. Add recipients using Quick Select Recipients or Reci

Saving files on your Chromebook

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CB8 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Find files saved locally on the device Click on the O on the bottom left.   Click on the blue files.

Embedding YouTube in Canvas

Published August 11th, 2023 by Nick Williams

3 Ways: Use the video link Use the embed code from YouTube Use the plugin (currently blocking elementary students from viewing  8.11.23 ) Video   Using the video link Go to YouTube and click on the share button Copy the link Paste it into Canvas and hit enter.  This will hyperlink the video AND create a small popup viewer for the students.  This wil

Chromebook Accessibility Features

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CB7 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Learn more about Chromebook accessibility features: https://support.google.com/chromebook/answer/177893?hl=en  

Navigating Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA2 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Presentation Link Use the slides below to help navigate through the main features in Canvas!    

Log in and out of a Chromebook and switch users

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CB2 and CB3 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Login: Type in your full BCSC email and password   Add users:

Mt Healthy Audio System

Published August 5th, 2022 by Nick Williams

Getting Started: Disconnect the speakers from the chargers Take all of the receivers off their charging stations in the dock Hook up the red receiver (master) to the red cable by the extron system and turn the receiver on Turn on the a speaker (top button should turn blue) Plug in the receiver to to the speaker (under rubber flap) and the button sho

BCSC Technology for Classified Staff

Published June 24th, 2024 by Nick Williams

BCSC Technology for Classified Staff: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11lFFs-X5zAOnKNuJc6fVEWq-1AinM3vQAY50jLXTqN4/edit?usp=sharing      

Emergency calling on VOIP phones

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PH3 undefined To Make an Overhead Page in your building: > pickup handset and press the Page Overhead button on VoIP phone, you should get a dialtone > press #00 to access Overhead Page (you will hear access to the overhead intercom come on)   To Make a Page through the Speaker on the VoIP Phones: > pickup handset and press the Page Phones

Teacher Technology Benchmarks

Published July 14th, 2023 by Nick Williams

Google Sheet link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQRGafUBQlN_GerKbe2vMYt2a0NpRboMjAG3w-Tw8JaCZvV2Ru-YlgY0tQO_WkbFPHbniur0j2K_q1_/pubhtml

Login on the network at school and at home on your Laptop

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

WL1 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Logging in: When you first turn on your device you need to login with your username (not full email) and password while on the network. You will login with the first screen any time you are at a BCSC building.   When at HOME, you need to select “Computer Only Login” and then you can login at home.  Ente

PowerTeacher Weighting Grades

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PS6 From the charms on the left click on settings and then select Traditional Grade Calculations. Choose the pencil icon under actions to adjust the way grades are calculated for that course. You will need to repeat this process for each course section. Select Term Weighting from the dropdown menu. Save your changes and repeat the process for each s

Power options on Laptop

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

WL2 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Sleep, Shut down, or Restart your computer Click on the Windows icon on the bottom left Click on Power Select your option Sleep - powers down but does not logoff (recommended when moving or not using for a short period of time) Shut down - powers down your device (recommended every night) Restart - rest

Changing Sound Output on Laptops

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

WL5 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Change Sound Outputs Click on the sound icon on the bottom right-hand corner Click on the carrot to see options Select where you want the sound to go out of **If you don’t see the option you like, try reconnecting the cable or restarting your device  

VOIP phone voicemail set up

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PH1 and PH2 SETTING UP YOUR MAILBOX 1.  LOG IN a.   Press  MESSAGE (or enter * 86 #)  b.   At the prompt to enter password, enter  246810 followed by # “NEW MAILBOX SETUP” tutorial 2.  SET YOUR PASSWORD a.  Enter your new password (min. 8 digits – max.16 digits) b.  Press 1 to accept password, press 2 to re-enter  3.  RECORD YOUR NAME a.  At the ton

Access and Sign-in to Employee Access Skyward

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

EA1 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Navigate to and login into Employee Access/Skyward Go to the BCSC homepage → Resources (1) → For employees (2) → Employee Access (3) → Skyward Employee Access (4)   Login using “Sign in with BCSC Google account”

Find employee surveys in Skyward Employee Access

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

EA6 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Access Staff Surveys You will be asked to complete staffing surveys once a year and potentially other online forms.   To access, click on Employee Information (1) and Online Forms (2).

Employee Access W2 Forms

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

EA5 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Find your W2’s Under Employee Information (1) select W2 Information (2) under Payroll.  You can also access under the left menu in Personal Information. You can view details by expanding the arrow on the left. To view and print your W2, select “View W2 Form.”  You will be prompted to enter in your Socia

Accessibility Checker in Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA9 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. View Accessibility Checker Notifications If any accessibility issues are detected within the Rich Content Editor, the Accessibility Checker display an indicator [1]. To view accessibility issues, click the Accessibility Checker icon [2]. View Issues When an issue is detected, the Rich Content Editor hig

Google Drive For Windows

Published July 21st, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff System Preferences:  Windows Laptop WL10 Google Drive For Windows  Your browser does not support HTML5 video. If on a personal device and you would like to use your BCSC G-Drive go to Google's G-Drive Download Page, install the program, and skip to step 4. Left Click on start menu or press the windows key Type the word 'Drive' L

Create labels to organize email in Gmail

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GM4 Your browser does not support HTML5 video.     To create a new label, scroll on the left side until you see Create new label. Click on it.    Next you’ll be asked to give the label a name and asked if you want to nest it under another label.   To add items to this label all you need to do is select the email and make sure the check box has a che

Request Volunteers or Items in ParentSquare

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PQ7 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Volunteer Sign Up - article link (must be signed in) Create a Volunteer Sign Up Post Volunteer Sign Ups makes it easy to recruit help for your class or school. This page will take you through the steps to create a volunteer sign up post. See left sidebar for more information on volunteer and wish list s

Cookie or Cookies settings in Chrome

Published September 2nd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  Students and Staff System Preference:  Chromebook or Chrome OS Allowing Cookies For Sites Chromebooks Symptoms  - Website is spinning and it won’t load.  This could be a connectivity issue, but it also could be a blocked cookies issue. IF the eye is  crossed out , click on it, click on the question mark, and allow cookies for that site. C

Skyward Employee Access Days off

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

EA4 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Find your sick days and personal days left Click on “Time Off” Select “My Status” View how many days you have left and you can select the arrows on the left to expand  

Reply, Carbon Copy, Blind Copy Emails in Gmail

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GM3 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. How to  REPLY  to an email Open your received email in Gmail.com Click on the Reply icon on the top right OR click on the Reply button on the bottom left.     Type in your message and click on the blue Send button.   The message will show up in your sent items on the left hand side.

Searching in Gmail

Published July 21st, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff, Secondary Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook, any browser Searching in Gmail Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Use the reference below to  OPEN  email,  SEARCH  email, or  CREATE  an email Still need help?  Click the following link to submit an  IIQ Ticket Gmail and Google Calendar in BCSC ... Audience:

Google Drive

Published July 22nd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff and Students System Preferences:  Any device and Chrome Browser Google Drive Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Open Google Chrome and get to Google Drive by (drive.google.com) or clicking on the tile button. Orientation: You can use the search feature to search by Keyword Title Owner Type Date You can have a file list v

Google Calendar

Published July 22nd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All BCSC staff and students System Preferences:  Any device Google Calendar How to  Add a calendar event  in Gmail Your browser does not support HTML5 video. First go to your Google calendar. This can be done by clicking the 9 dots in the upper right of your screen. Then select Calendar. On the calendar page there are 2 ways to create an

Google Groups

Published August 5th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  Everyone System Preferences:  Chrome web browser Google Workspace:  Gmail - Inspecting Group Membership 1. Go to  https://groups.google.com/my-groups   2. On the right, click on the group (list) you want to inspect.  (if you don’t see the group, skip to step 5) 3. Once you have the group, click ‘ Members ’ on the left. 4. Inspect the list

Gmail login and access

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GM1 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. How to get to Gmail: Go to  gmail.com in any web browser on any device or through the Gmail App or Mail App on phones or tablets. Click on Sign-in in the upper right corner of the screen Type in your full email address (username@bcsc.k12.in.us), click  Next , type in your BCSC password. Click  Next

Skyward Employee Access Verify Information

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

EA2 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Verify your information Click on “Employee Information” on the top left. Click on “Personal Information” Verify your address, email, and phone number under Employee Info.  Check your building assignment and history under Personnel Info.  Look at your checks, check estimator, W2, W4 information under Pay

Internet Filter

Published July 24th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff and Students System Preferences:  Any device or browser in a BCSC building, all Chromebooks signed into with their BCSC accounts BCSC Content Filter Why does BCSC use a content filter? To ensure that our students are protected from harmful content, unwanted contacts, and inappropriate material Required by CIPA as an E-Rate parti

Find student information in PowerTeacher

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PS2, PS3, PS5 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. When you open PowerTeacher, you will see links to take attendance, grades (PowerTeacher Pro), create a seating chart, find out student information, and print.  

Chromebook Power Options

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CB1 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Power on and off a Chromebook: Use the power button on the left-hand side OR the Power button on the top right of the keyboard OR click on the bottom right bar and select the power button.

Change Notification Settings in ParentSquare

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PQ4 Your browser does not support HTML5 video.  Go to your settings in the top right  Go to Notification Settings on the left  Look at your settings and decide between instant, digest (once a day) or none. 

Publishing Your Course

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA3 Presentation Link Go to the course that you need to publish. If you are in the Elementary view, select “Manage Subject” Click on publish course!

Reporting Phishing in Gmail

Published July 22nd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff, Secondary Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook, any browser GM5 Reporting Phishing Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Phishing is the #1 way for criminals to try to get personal information or money by having you click, reply, or call through an email.   Check the box next to the email and select the hook

ParentSquare Merging Accounts

Published August 3rd, 2022 by Nick Williams

How to Combine/Merge Accounts 4 months ago   Updated Follow Who can use this? Anybody signed into ParentSquare You can combine your multiple accounts in ParentSquare. Cases where combining accounts makes sense include: User is a staff member and parent: combine staff account with personal parent account to access both with one login. All emails and

Summer EdTEch PD: Google Creativity Tools Training

Published June 9th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Goals: Learn how to use creativity tools in Google (Maps, Earth, Drawings, etc.) Plan how to use Google creativity tools to provide options to further UDL Why: Provide options for engagement, representation, and action/expression for learners Recognize how Google creativity tools can be used to support cultural responsiveness How: View the video of

Understand what Google extensions are, which are district resources, and how to add them

Published July 18th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CH5 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Understand what extensions are, which are district resources, and how to add them: Click on the puzzle piece in the top bar by the URL You can select “Manage extensions” at the bottom to see which ones you have or select the pin to have it show up on the top menu bar You can also select the 3 vertical d

Summer EdTEch PD: Google Forms Training

Published June 9th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Goals: Learn how to use Forms to support UDL Practice responding to a Form and building Forms Learn and apply advanced Forms settings (branching Forms, quizzes, digital breakouts) Why: Provide options for self-regulation, executive functioning, and comprehension Identify ways to utilize Forms to remove learning barriers How: View the video of the se

Getting Started with Screencastify: Screencasting Chrome Extension

Published June 9th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Video on how to use Screencastify: https://bit.ly/2WNKewp  Step 1: Search in Google: Chrome Web Store.  The homepage looks like this. Step 2: Type in the search bar: Screencastify . Step 3: Click the +Add to Chrome button. Step 4: You will be prompted to add an extension. Click Add Extension.  Step 5: Next to your URL bar you will see any extensions

Adjusting an image on the SMART Board

Published August 17th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  Staff with SmartBoards System:  SmartBoards Adjusting an image on the SMARTboard From Menu on Projector remote: Go to Settings and then Zoom Zoom in to make the projected image smaller on the white board Go to Keystone settings Then to Quick Corner to adjust the 4 corners by pulling out or pulling in corners using the arrow buttons Then z

Google Chrome Web Browser

Published July 22nd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff and Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook, any browser Google Chrome Web Browser Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Logging into Chrome is extremely important to have full access to BCSC resources along with: Single Sign On to Google Workplace Gmail Calendar Resources Bookmarks (district or ones you add) Bro

Navigating Google Drive

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GW1, GW2 Your browser does not support HTML5 video.

Be able to organize websites through bookmarks in Chrome

Published July 18th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CH6 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Be able to organize websites through bookmarks. Simply click the star to the right of the URL OR Click on the 3 vertical dots and 2. select “Bookmarks” You can add folders, move them, rename them or complete other organized tasks

Read and Write for Google

Published July 22nd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff and Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook and must be logged into Chrome browser Read and Write for Google Don't see the Purple Puzzle Piece? Make sure you are operating in Google Chrome Make sure you have signed into Google Chrome with your BCSC account If you still can't see it, go to the Chrome Store and search f

Data Analysis: Google Forms and Sheets

Published June 9th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Goals of today Review G-Suite  Learn best practices for Google Forms Learn basic spreadsheet functions in Google Sheets The world of G Suite Collaboration, Productivity, Anywhere, Anytime Why G Suite? Cloud based collaboration Unlimited storage Cloud based productivity tools Learning anytime, anywhere Google Drive Your cloud based storage site Forms

Google Sheets Training

Published September 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

Google Sheet (forced copy) with goals, examples, and short videos to show you how to complete specific skills: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_c4pGK-QcsbWm3cCBGT2W-JQ53KMluv0CdlnWdFEJwY/copy   Recording of the video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QgIS3ChNLtsYKw5RmDelYGqx4r4l2Qnd/view?usp=sharing  

MBA Alerts

Published August 2nd, 2023 by Nick Williams

This guide should get you the info you need on Preferred Names. You'll need to go into each student to remove the preferred name if that is what's decided.   At the Start Page, click on MBA Alert Creator     Click on Alerts Report     Go to Custom Alerts     Scroll down to Preferred Name and place a checkmark in the box.     Look down at the bottom

Creating an Email

Published July 21st, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff, Secondary Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook, any browser Creating an Email Your browser does not support HTML5 video. How to  CREATE  an email  Click on + Compose in top left corner Type in BCSC name or email address Type in subject and message Click on Send Message Options Still need help?  Click the following

Screencastify

Published July 22nd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff, All Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook, Chrome browser - must be signed in with BCSC account Screencastify Step 1:  Search in Google: Chrome Web Store.  The homepage looks like this.  Step 2:  Type in the search bar:  Screencastify .  Step 3:   Click the  +Add to Chrome button.   Step 4:  You will be prompted to

Gmail and Google Calendar Training for BCSC

Published July 22nd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff, Secondary Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook, any browser Learning about  G m a i l  for   BCSC FAQ Link Start Here! Login  (Video) Document Navigation  (Video) Document Replying to an Email  (Video) Document Creating and Email  (Video) Document Searching for Email  (Video) Document Changing your password  (Vide

Google Docs

Published July 23rd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All staff and students System Preferences:  Any device, Chrome browser preferred Google Docs Google Docs website Why BCSC uses Google Docs Universally designed Cloud based collaboration Cloud based productivity tool/word processor Accessible anytime, anywhere Saves automatically Works well with any device How to use Google Docs 1. Edit an

ParentSquare for Staff Presentation

Published August 2nd, 2022 by Nick Williams

Google Meet

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GW7 Slide presentation with guides and video: Link  

Update your network password

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

WL8 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Change your password and set questions for forgot password option To change your password, click on the link in your email reminder  or  go to the webpage to Self Service Password Reset (1. Resources 2. For Employees 3. Web Accessible Links 4. Self Service Password Reset)  or  click on the link under th

Create Pages that are Universally Designed in Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA5 Presentation Link

Switch inputs to display DocCam

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

DC4 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. If you have an input plate (Extron), select Doc Cam once the system is on.  If you have a remote, simply change the input.   For any help, please enter a ticket!

Logging into ParentSquare

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PQ1 Your browser does not support HTML5 video.    Go to  www.bcscschools.org and click on the ParentSquare button or go to  www.parentsquare.com   Click on “Sign In with Google” and sign in using your BCSC account.  For the app, scan the QR code on the page or go to an app webstore and search for ParentSquare.

DocCam power, autofocus, zooming, light source

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

DC1, DC2, DC3, DC5 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. While some doc cams may be different, you should find the Power, Autofocus, Zoom, and light features.   Inputs include VGA and HDMI in models.  They will be hooked into your projection or interactive board through a different input then your computer.  

Take Screenshots on your Laptop

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

WL7 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Screenshot To screenshot on your device you can: Click on the Print Screen Button (prt sc) and paste into a document. OR Open Snipping Tool by searching for or finding the app or open Snip and Sketch in the menu (they are the same) Once you are in the app you can select New OR click on Windows Key + Shi

Utilize the District Template in Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA4 Elementary Video Secondary Video How to Edit Video

Sign into Google Chrome and Sync

Published July 18th, 2023 by Nick Williams

Teacher Benchmark CH1, CH2 and CH4 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Sign into and out of Chrome and sync with Chrome: Click on the icon on the top right of Chrome by the 3 vertical dots.  Sign in and make sure you turn Sync ON. If it is your first time, it may ask you to sync right away.  Click on “Turn on Sync”   Your browser does not sup

Access and Login to PowerTeacher

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PS1 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. To access PowerTeacher, use your desktop icon or go to resources (1) and For employees (2) *The PowerSchool icon on the front page of the website is for ParentPortal. From that website, click on Web Accessible Links (1) and PowerTeacher (2).  

Google Meet

Published July 23rd, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All staff and students System Preferences:  Any device, Chrome browser preferred Google Meet   Google Meet Website   What is Google Meet?   Video, audio, text conferencing tool Supports up to 250 participants Accessible via weblink or phone dial-in Automatic closed captions available Available to BCSC staff and students Key Details and Se

PowerTeacher Gradebook PowerTeacher Pro

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PS4 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. In the gradebook, PowerTeacher Pro, you can change courses, add and edit assignments, and enter grades for students.

Changing your password in Gmail

Published July 21st, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  All Staff, Secondary Students System Preferences:  Laptop or Chromebook, any browser Changing your password Your browser does not support HTML5 video. From Gmail, click on your account in the upper right Select “Manage your Google Account” Select “Security” from the left menu Click on “Password” This will take you to a self-service portal

Summer EdTEch PD: Google Sites Training

Published June 9th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Goals: Learn how to successfully create and navigate Google Sites Practice creating a Google Site to be used in the classroom or for projects Learn how to use Sites in creative, interactive ways (escape rooms, blogs, portfolios, etc.) Why: Provide options for engagement, representation, and action/expression for learners Identify how  to utilize Sit

Access Subject Resources in Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA8 BCSC hosts over 60 resources in Canvas.  Below you will find information for Elementary and some secondary.  If you have questions please reach out to your Principal or Dept Chair. Elementary All elementary curriculum resources can be accessed via Canvas. You will need to add the page with all of the elementary curriculum links into your Canvas

Modules in Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA6 Presentation Link

Google Takeout

Published August 29th, 2022 by Nick Williams

Google Takeout is only available to students Staff are unable to use Google takeout for security concerns. Primarily useful for seniors or withdrawing students Student data is only kept for ~1 year after graduation date, any data not downloaded will be deleted.  Go to https://takeout.google.com/ and login using your BCSC student email. Hit 'Deselect

Use the waffle to navigate to different resources in Chrome

Published July 18th, 2023 by Nick Williams

Teacher Benchmark CH3 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Use the waffle to navigate to different resources: You can find the waffle in Drive, Gmail, calendar, and more.  This will link you directly to several apps including Canvas!  

Laptop Display Settings

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

WL4   Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Change Display Settings Option A:  Click on F8 and select Duplicate or Extend.  Duplicate will clone and Extend will add another screen. Option B:  Right Click on your desktop and select “Display settings” From the advanced options you can: Order your screens if you have them extended by dragging them

Bluetooth Connection on Laptops

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

WL9 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Bluetooth Connection Click on the carrot on the bottom right and select Bluetooth OR search for Bluetooth in the bottom left corner.  You could also find it in the menu under settings.   Once you are in the settings (click on show devices if you are using the lower right icon option), you can turn Bluet

Chromebook video or screenshot

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CB5 and CB6 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Taking a picture or a video Hold down ctrl + alt + You can take a screenshot or video You can select the full desktop, part of the screen or an area. It saves automatically in your Drive!

Set up your Gmail signature

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GM7 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. How to  Add a Signature  in Gmail Click on the Settings icon(1) and then click on See all settings(2) Stay in the General tab and scroll down to Signature. Here click on Create New. After clicking on create new you’ll be asked to name the signature   After naming your signature now you can enter text. Y

ViewSonic ViewBoard Guide for Teachers

Published August 3rd, 2022 by Nick Williams

What everyone should be able to do on a ViewBoard Step 1 Have a myViewBoard account and set preferences when logging in (Google SSO) Video to login Step 2 Download VCast and the Whiteboard onto your desktop Video for download VCast application ,  Video to download Whiteboard application Step 3 - Explore! Be able to navigate your board and toggle bet

FAQ: Secondary Summer Take Home 2024

Published March 28th, 2022 by Nick Williams

Frequently Asked Questions Secondary Summer Take-Home 2024 Audience:  For students that are in grades 6th-11th 1. Why is BCSC sending home devices with secondary students? BCSC supports the need for students to have the correct tools for opportunities to learn, create, and grow beyond the school year.  Allowing the student to have their device for s

Find and Login to Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA1 Presentation Link You can access Canvas in many ways!  Go to the Canvas quick link on the www.bcscschools.org homepage. Or go to BCSC Canvas in the bcsc.k12.in.us bookmarks Or in Google, click on the waffle and scroll down to Canvas. You can also select the Canvas logo on your desktop. There is also a Canvas app available for your mobile device!

Change Defaults on Your Laptop

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

WL6 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Default Apps To set default applications for different file types, you can find the menu two different ways.  Search for “default apps” in the search bar OR Click on the Windows icon on the bottom left, click on settings, and search for “default apps” From the top menu you can select default application

Create a Multimedia post in ParentSquare

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

PQ3 Link to article and video (must be signed in) Create a New Post From Home, click New Post.   Click To field: enter name of class, group, grade, or school and select from list.    Confidential post (optional): click the Eye Slash icon in the upper right. Learn more. Who should see this? section: filter your recipients even further. If you want te

Data Analysis Forms and Sheets

Published June 9th, 2021 by Nick Williams

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Pay stub in Employee Access Skyward

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

EA3 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Find out your check information by going under payroll (1), click on checks (2), and select the check number (3).   You can also access under the Employee Information (1) top button and going to Check History (2) on Payroll  

Request Substitute Teacher in Frontline Aesop

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

FL1, FL2, and FL3 Using Frontline Aesop Substitute Placement System (Frontline Education) Questions or concerns? Contact: Judi Fall, Substitute Teacher Coordinator 812.375.6747 (6:00 am-3:00 pm) or 812.344.7188 (cell ~ call or text) fallj@bcsc.k12.in.us     Video Tutorial (link) :  http://bit.ly/AesopSubs19   Access Aesop Substitute System using the

ParentSquare Guide

Published January 4th, 2022 by Nick Williams

ParentSquare  for BCSC Login in with Google! Change notification preferences  under your settings to receive them instantly, through a digest (6 pm nightly), or no notifications.  You have separate settings for the district and every school you are associated with.  ParentSquare Features For Teaching Staff ( Training Course ) General Training module

Locate Emails through Search and Filter in Gmail

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GM6 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Use the reference below to  OPEN  email,  SEARCH  email, or  CREATE  an email  

Logging into Laptop from home

Published August 15th, 2021 by Nick Williams

Audience:  Students and Staff with laptops System:  Windows laptops Logging in from home : ***You must login at any BCSC location before you are able to login from home*** 1. Turn on laptop. 2. At login screen, click "Computer only login" 3. Enter the your Novell/GroupWise username and password (the same ones you use at school and for Email) 4  OPTI

Commons in Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA10 Open Commons In Global Navigation, click the Commons link. Find Resources A resource in Commons can be a course, module, quiz, assignment, discussion, page, document, video, image, or audio file. Each resource type has a unique icon. Look for these related colors and icons when searching for resources. To find resources in Commons, use the sear

Google Share Settings

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GW3 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. You can share with people directly by typing in their names (students included) or by getting a link to share. For each option you can share as either restricted (only those who have access), BCSC only, or anyone with the link. You can also decide if they have viewer, comment only, or editing access. Go

Google 2 Step Verification

Published July 19th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GM2 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. What is 2-Step verification?   With 2-step verification, you sign into your Google account in two steps with something you know (password) and something you have (phone).  You will be prompted to verify when logging into Google on a new device or browser.   Why is it important?   2-Step verification put

EquatIO

Published July 19th, 2022 by Nick Williams

audience:  teachers and students device:  laptop or Chromebook using Chrome EquatIO® for Google Key Tools for Basic Usage (Students-Parents-Teachers) v6.20 YouTube Video Support:  https://text.help/MfMFWo Training Portal: https://text.help/mvTXHv Tool Symbol How it works EquatIO Menu Use this menu to access Options, Help & Support, Send Feedback

BCSC Email Phishing

Published April 11th, 2023 by Nick Williams

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Self Service Password Reset

Published July 6th, 2022 by Nick Williams

To reset your password go to: https://staffpass.bcsc.k12.in.us/sspr/private/login Sign in with your current username and password.  Click on "change password" Follow the instructions to reset your password. Restart the computer and log in with your new password to make sure it's saved on your device. The laptop password is reset immediately. Google

Publish and Unpublish Content in Canvas

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

CA7 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. From the module organizing page, you can publish the entire module or individual resources.  Notice the icon change when a resource or module is unpublished.

Google Drive Version History

Published July 20th, 2023 by Nick Williams

GW4 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. In Docs, Slides, Sheets and more you can look at who made what edit and when.  You can also revert to any earlier version. Click on the clock icon on the top right of the document From there you can see who edited the document by color and name.  You can also click on the triangle next to the date to ge