Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access the Internet?
Your homeroom teacher can tell you the code/access for you to log onto the school's wireless network.
Your homeroom teacher can tell you the code/access for you to log onto the school's wireless network.
When can I use my device?
You can use your device during lunch, before/after school, and when the teacher asks you to use it in class. Your classroom teacher is the one that determines whether or not you will be needing your device during his/her class period.
You can use your device during lunch, before/after school, and when the teacher asks you to use it in class. Your classroom teacher is the one that determines whether or not you will be needing your device during his/her class period.
What if I can't get my device to access the school's network?
It is not the responsibility of the classroom teacher to "fix" your device. Most tablets/systems/smartphones will ask you if you want to join a detected wireless connection and then you can join the teacher provided network. If your device doesn't come up this way try clicking on the network icon/program and search for an available wireless network. You need to search for WAKE-BYOD network, it will not just come up as a choice. Click that you agree to terms of use (it came home in a letter) and you set. There is no password for this network. If that still doesn't work your next best option is to find someone else at the school that is using a device or system like yours that can help you.
It is not the responsibility of the classroom teacher to "fix" your device. Most tablets/systems/smartphones will ask you if you want to join a detected wireless connection and then you can join the teacher provided network. If your device doesn't come up this way try clicking on the network icon/program and search for an available wireless network. You need to search for WAKE-BYOD network, it will not just come up as a choice. Click that you agree to terms of use (it came home in a letter) and you set. There is no password for this network. If that still doesn't work your next best option is to find someone else at the school that is using a device or system like yours that can help you.
Do I need to pay for any applications/programs for my device?
WCPSS will be providing email and Google accounts to all students. Most other tools will be web based and should not cost anything. There may possibly be a time when a specific application/program is required by a teacher, much like a specific folder, binder, paper, or project material that would be required for a class. This would be subject/class specific.
WCPSS will be providing email and Google accounts to all students. Most other tools will be web based and should not cost anything. There may possibly be a time when a specific application/program is required by a teacher, much like a specific folder, binder, paper, or project material that would be required for a class. This would be subject/class specific.
If I have stored some of my work on my student drive at school how do I access it from home?
You can't. Your student drive at school is in a secured environment and can only be accessed from within the school's network. If you store your work within your Google account/drive you will still be able to access it from home.
You can't. Your student drive at school is in a secured environment and can only be accessed from within the school's network. If you store your work within your Google account/drive you will still be able to access it from home.
What if my device is damaged during the day or stolen?
BYOD is a privilege and not a requirement therefore you are bringing your device to school at your own risk. Cary High and/or WCPSS is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen devices.
BYOD is a privilege and not a requirement therefore you are bringing your device to school at your own risk. Cary High and/or WCPSS is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen devices.
Why can't I use my 3G/4G network during school?
The wireless network provided by Cary High and WCPSS has security and filters that make Internet access safer and more directed for learning.
The wireless network provided by Cary High and WCPSS has security and filters that make Internet access safer and more directed for learning.
What if I don't have a device to bring to school?
BYOD is not a requirement at Cary High. Although, students will be provided needed access to computers, networks, or the Internet when learning requirements demand. While BYOD simplifies and potentially enhances learning you will not be penalized for not bringing a device.
BYOD is not a requirement at Cary High. Although, students will be provided needed access to computers, networks, or the Internet when learning requirements demand. While BYOD simplifies and potentially enhances learning you will not be penalized for not bringing a device.