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Learning Resources

Article	Summary
Access Adobe Creative Cloud	Access Adobe Creative Cloud apps on your RCS devices
Access Adobe Express	With Adobe Express you can make quick graphics, slides, and videos
Access Canva	Make posters, presentations, and more for your classes
Access Class Schedules in Google Calendar	See your class schedule in Google Calendar
Access DigiExam	DigiExam is a browser-based secure exam too which allows teachers to create and distribute an assessment
Access Flint	Access Flint Generative AI at Riverdale
Access GeoGebra	GeoGebra is a free online tools for graphing, geometry, regression, and probability
Access Library Resources	Find and use Riverdale library resources
Access Lucidchart and Lucidspark	Create flowcharts and digital collaboration spaces
Access NWEA	Quick guide for using NWEA
Access NoodleTools	NoodleTools is citation management software for research projects
Access Offline Google Drive Files	Choose what files you would like to access offline from Google Drive
Access Padlet	Collaborative discussion boards for your classes
Access Riverdale Newspaper Subscriptions	Access the NYTimes and WSJ for your work at Riverdale
Access Schoology	Schoology is our LMS, use this article to learn about settings, configurations, and more
Access Sora Library Resources	Access Sora Riverdale and Hudson Valley library resources
Access Sphero App on Chromebooks	Install and access the Sphero app to control Sphero robots
Access WeVideo	WeVideo allows you to record, edit, make, and share videos for class or projects
Access and Use Google Meet	Google Meet is video conferencing software used at the Hill and River campuses
Access myRiverdale	Access many of our RCS applications with a single log-on
Capture Leica Microscope Photos	Leica DM500 microscope allows you to capture photos and stream microscope slide content
Capture and Record Screen Content	How to capture and record screen content on multiple device platforms.
Create Citations	A guide to creating and managing citations at Riverdale
Create Tech Support Tickets	Create and submit tech support tickets for requests, questions, and more
Fix Google Drive Issues in Schoology	Fix Google Drive Issues in Schoology
Follow Riverdale Country School's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)	Follow Riverdale Country School's AUP
Get Riverdale Tech Help	Get tech help at school
Get Started with Tech at RCS (LS Students)	Information for LS tech at RCS
Install Affinity Photo, Designer and Publisher	Tools for photo editing, graphic design and publishing
Join Class Meeting Links	Join recurring class meeting links from Google Calendar or Veracross
Print Using Lindy Large Format Printer	How to print posters and large format photos
Print at Riverdale	Print at Riverdale from your devices
Replace Chromebook Accessories	Order replacement chargers and styluses for your Chromebook
Request Access to Blocked Websites	Request access to blocked websites (GoGuardian and Fortinet)
Restore Google Data	How to recover deleted or corrupted files on Google Drive
Scan to Google Drive	Scan to Google Drive from Riverdale Copiers
Set Up a Chromebook	Some tips to get started with your RCS Chromebook
Set up Savvas EasyBridge?	Savvas EasyBridge provides user management and roster synchronization tools to Riverdale in order to simplify access to Pearson products and content.
Understand Privacy Policies	Understand the important pieces of privacy policies for apps and websites at Riverdale
Use 3D Printers at RCS	Use 3D Printers at RCS for your teaching and classes
Use Accessibility Tools and Software	Use accessibility tools and software on your Riverdale devices
Use Generative AI Tools	A resource for those wanting to venture into the world of genAI
Use Google Contacts	Understand and learn about Google Contacts
Use Laptop Carts and Classroom Macs	Using managed MacOS devices at Riverdale Country School

Instructional Resources

Article	Summary
Access Academic Testing Calendars	The Testing and Major Student Deadlines Calendars are our list of all major assessments for Hill students
Access Adobe Creative Cloud	Access Adobe Creative Cloud apps on your RCS devices
Access Adobe Express	With Adobe Express you can make quick graphics, slides, and videos
Access Blooket	Engaging games and quizzes for your class
Access Canva	Make posters, presentations, and more for your classes
Access Class Schedules in Google Calendar	See your class schedule in Google Calendar
Access DigiExam	DigiExam is a browser-based secure exam too which allows teachers to create and distribute an assessment
Access Dyknow	Curate online classroom experiences for MS students
Access Existing Schoology Courses	Get access to another teacher's Schoology course
Access Flint	Access Flint Generative AI at Riverdale
Access GeoGebra	GeoGebra is a free online tools for graphing, geometry, regression, and probability
Access Library Resources	Find and use Riverdale library resources
Access Lucidchart and Lucidspark	Create flowcharts and digital collaboration spaces
Access NWEA	Quick guide for using NWEA
Access Nearpod	Make interactive and engaging presentations for your classes
Access NoodleTools	NoodleTools is citation management software for research projects
Access Offline Google Drive Files	Choose what files you would like to access offline from Google Drive
Access Padlet	Collaborative discussion boards for your classes
Access Pear Deck with Google Slides	Pear Deck makes your Google Slides interactive to use in the classroom
Access Riverdale Newspaper Subscriptions	Access the NYTimes and WSJ for your work at Riverdale
Access SMART Notebook	Request, install, and activate SMART Notebook
Access Schoology	Schoology is our LMS, use this article to learn about settings, configurations, and more
Access Sora Library Resources	Access Sora Riverdale and Hudson Valley library resources
Access Swank and Kanopy	Stream films in class using Swank and Kanopy
Access Turnitin Draft Coach	Run originality reports on Google Docs
Access WeVideo	WeVideo allows you to record, edit, make, and share videos for class or projects
Access and Use Google Meet	Google Meet is video conferencing software used at the Hill and River campuses
Access and set up the phone system	Get started with RingCentral
Access myRiverdale	Access many of our RCS applications with a single log-on
Add Google Meet Video Conferencing to every occurance of a class in Google Calendar?	Create a link in your Google Calendar Course events, for students and faculty to join using Google Meet Video Conferencing.
Add Recurring Meeting Links to Veracross	How to create recurring meeting links and add them to Veracross classes
Adjust Audio Levels on Projectors	Raise or lower the volume when using an RCS projector
Capture Leica Microscope Photos	Leica DM500 microscope allows you to capture photos and stream microscope slide content
Capture and Record Screen Content	How to capture and record screen content on multiple device platforms.
Copy and Restore Past Schoology Courses	Copy and use past Schoology resources
Create Citations	A guide to creating and managing citations at Riverdale
Create Google Appointment Calendars	Google appointment calendars can facilitate scheduling meetings with community members on and off campus
Create Google Doc Assignments in Schoology	Quickly create Google Doc assignment templates for your students to use in Schoology
Create Tech Support Tickets	Create and submit tech support tickets for requests, questions, and more
Create a Schoology Turnitin Assignment	Setup a Schoology assignment that will run originality reports
Create, Maintain and Use MS/US Readers	How to manage Google Doc readers at Riverdale
Enter Interim Student Reports	How to enter interim student updates on Veracross
Enter Lower School Comments	Enter lower school student comments in Veracross
Enter Student Attendance	Enter class attendance on Veracross
Enter Student Updates	Enter student updates in Veracross
Fix Google Drive Issues in Schoology	Fix Google Drive Issues in Schoology
Follow Riverdale Country School's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)	Follow Riverdale Country School's AUP
Get Riverdale Tech Help	Get tech help at school
Get Started with Tech at RCS (LS Students)	Information for LS tech at RCS
Install Affinity Photo, Designer and Publisher	Tools for photo editing, graphic design and publishing
Join Class Meeting Links	Join recurring class meeting links from Google Calendar or Veracross
Link Multiple Class Sections in Schoology	Handle multiple sections of the same class easier by linking them in Schoology
Manage Remote Parent-Teacher Conferences (MS/US)	How to use Google Meet for Riverdale Parent-Teacher conferences
Print Using Lindy Large Format Printer	How to print posters and large format photos
Print at Riverdale	Print at Riverdale from your devices
Project in Art and Theatre Classrooms	How to use the AV setup in arts and drama classrooms on the hill campus
Project in RCS Classrooms	Connect your device to RCS projectors and displays
Project in Science AV Room	Use the AV equipment in the science building AV room
Project in the Hill Campus MPR	Read below for information on using the AV system in the Hill MPR
Project with AirPlay (Apple TV)	AirPlay allows you to wirelessly project you MacOS or iOS devices in RCS academic spaces
Request Access to Blocked Websites	Request access to blocked websites (GoGuardian and Fortinet)
Request Pro Accounts for Kahoot and Quizlet	Request an account upgrade for more features
Restore Google Data	How to recover deleted or corrupted files on Google Drive
Scan to Google Drive	Scan to Google Drive from Riverdale Copiers
Set up Savvas EasyBridge?	Savvas EasyBridge provides user management and roster synchronization tools to Riverdale in order to simplify access to Pearson products and content.
Submit Technology Check Requests	Submit check requests for pre-approved school technology and services
Submit Technology Purchase and Upgrade Requests	Instructions on how to request new, upgraded, renewed technology hardware or services
Understand Privacy Policies	Understand the important pieces of privacy policies for apps and websites at Riverdale
Use 3D Printers at RCS	Use 3D Printers at RCS for your teaching and classes
Use Accessibility Tools and Software	Use accessibility tools and software on your Riverdale devices
Use Exam Accounts	Using Exam accounts to restrict student web and app access during exams.
Use Generative AI Tools	A resource for those wanting to venture into the world of genAI
Use Google Contacts	Understand and learn about Google Contacts
Use In-Class Microphones	How to use and setup in-class microphones for remote teaching
Use Laptop Carts and Classroom Macs	Using managed MacOS devices at Riverdale Country School
Use Phonak Classroom Speakers	Quick guide to using Phonak speakers in the classroom for speaker amplification
Using iPad as a Document Camera in Google Meet	Quick guide for using your iPad as a document camera for Google Meet
Validate Student Created Work	Validating student created work

Community Resources

Article	Summary
Access Academic Testing Calendars	The Testing and Major Student Deadlines Calendars are our list of all major assessments for Hill students
Access Flint	Access Flint Generative AI at Riverdale
Access GoGuardian Parent	A guide for accessing and setting up GoGuardian Parent on your mobile device
Access Library Resources	Find and use Riverdale library resources
Access MS and US Advisor Reports	Accessing MS/US Advisor Report Cards
Access MacOS Resources in Self Service	Add printers, apps, and more on RCS managed employee Apple MacOS computers
Access Microsoft Office 365	Request access to Microsoft Office 365 for your RCS devices
Access Offline Google Drive Files	Choose what files you would like to access offline from Google Drive
Access RCS Hill and River Visitor Calendars	When a visitor is scheduled to arrive on the Hill or River campus someone(the person arranging this meeting) needs to put it in the correct calendar.
Access Riverdale Newspaper Subscriptions	Access the NYTimes and WSJ for your work at Riverdale
Access Ruvna for Emergencies (Admins)	Ruvna is used for attendance during fire drills, school emergencies, and other times of crisis
Access Ruvna for Emergencies (Employees)	Ruvna is used during drills, emergencies, and other times of crisis at school
Access Sora Library Resources	Access Sora Riverdale and Hudson Valley library resources
Access and Add Riverdale Calendars	Access and Add Riverdale Calendars
Access and Use Google Meet	Google Meet is video conferencing software used at the Hill and River campuses
Access and set up the phone system	Get started with RingCentral
Access myRiverdale	Access many of our RCS applications with a single log-on
Access the Riverdale Handbook	Instructions for families to access the handbook
Add Google Meet Video Conferencing to every occurance of a class in Google Calendar?	Create a link in your Google Calendar Course events, for students and faculty to join using Google Meet Video Conferencing.
Add Recurring Meeting Links to Veracross	How to create recurring meeting links and add them to Veracross classes
Adjust Audio Levels on Projectors	Raise or lower the volume when using an RCS projector
Apple and Windows Device Security Recommendations	Recommendations for Apple and Windows devices at Riverdale
Avoid Phishing Attacks	Identify, avoid and prevent phishing attacks
Capture and Record Screen Content	How to capture and record screen content on multiple device platforms.
Care for LS Device	Tips on troubleshooting and caring for your child's LS issued device
Check my attendance record	Students can check their attendance record in Veracross
Connect My Device to WiFi	Connect your device to WiFi on campus
Create Citations	A guide to creating and managing citations at Riverdale
Create Google Appointment Calendars	Google appointment calendars can facilitate scheduling meetings with community members on and off campus
Create Mail Merge	Learn about mail merge tools commonly used at Riverdale
Create Tech Support Tickets	Create and submit tech support tickets for requests, questions, and more
Create a Strong Passphrase	How to create a strong and secure passphrase
Email LS Parents in Veracross	How to email LS parents via Veracross
Enable/disable call forwarding on my phone	How to enable/disable call forward on my phone
Export Files, Folders and Data from RCS Accounts	For students and employees leaving Riverdale, make sure you take the data you need with you!
Find a Lost or Stolen Device	Instructions on what to do if you lose your device
Follow Riverdale Country School's Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)	Follow Riverdale Country School's AUP
Get Riverdale Tech Help	Get tech help at school
Get Started with Tech at RCS (Employees)	Guide to get started with tech as a RCS Employee
Get Started with Tech at RCS (LS Students)	Information for LS tech at RCS
Get Started with Tech at RCS (MS Students)	Guide to get started with tech as a RCS MS student
Get Started with Tech at RCS (US Students)	Guide to get started with tech as a RCS US student
Get a list of Riverdale Google Calendars	Access Riverdale Google Calendars
Get a loaner computer?	Get a loaner computer
Get remote tech support	This page is intended for students and faculty during scheduled remote learning at Riverdale.
Install Affinity Photo, Designer and Publisher	Tools for photo editing, graphic design and publishing
Install Sophos Antivirus Software	Sophos Endpoint Protection secures your RCS owned laptop (Windows or MacOS)
Learn About Riverdale Google Groups	Find a list of the main RCS Google Groups here
Manage Emails from Google Groups	Reduce or stop Google group emails from invading your inbox
Manage Google Groups	Create, manage, and moderate Google Groups
Manage MyKidsSpending Accounts	Add funds to student accounts to reload your balance
Manage Remote Parent-Teacher Conferences (MS/US)	How to use Google Meet for Riverdale Parent-Teacher conferences
Open Local Office Files in Google Chrome	Access many of our RCS applications with a single log-on
Participate in the Employee Laptop Program	Information regarding the laptop program for employees
Prepare Apple Device for Return	A quick guide for erasing and resetting your device for return
Print Using Lindy Large Format Printer	How to print posters and large format photos
Print at Riverdale	Print at Riverdale from your devices
Project in Art and Theatre Classrooms	How to use the AV setup in arts and drama classrooms on the hill campus
Project in RCS Classrooms	Connect your device to RCS projectors and displays
Project in Science AV Room	Use the AV equipment in the science building AV room
Project in the Hill Campus MPR	Read below for information on using the AV system in the Hill MPR
Project with AirPlay (Apple TV)	AirPlay allows you to wirelessly project you MacOS or iOS devices in RCS academic spaces
Remove RCS Device Management Tools	How to prepare your computer for personal use
Remove RCS Management Software (Apple Devices)	Remove Self Service management software from RCS owned devices
Report Student Absences or Transportation Changes	How to report an absence or transportation changes using the Parent Portal
Request Access to Blocked Websites	Request access to blocked websites (GoGuardian and Fortinet)
Reserve Classrooms in the Veracross Employee Portal
Reserve Meeting Spaces in Google Calendar
Resolve Printing Errors on MacOS	Resolve printing errors and issues on MacOS
Resolve Self Service Notifications	Get rid of Self Service notifications and warnings on your MacOS device
Restore Google Data	How to recover deleted or corrupted files on Google Drive
Review and update my employee information	Employees can review and update their information
Scan to Google Drive	Scan to Google Drive from Riverdale Copiers
Schedule Delegate Video Calls	Schedule video calls in Google Meet and Zoom for other people
Schedule Recurring Meetings in Google Calendar	Schedule recurring meetings for the 8-day RCS calendar
Send Email on behalf of a Google Group	Send Email on behalf of a Google Group
Send a Fax with RingCentral	Send a fax using one of our RCS tools, RingCentral
Set Up RCS Apple Devices	This article will help you set up your RCS Apple laptop or tablet
Set Up a Chromebook	Some tips to get started with your RCS Chromebook
Set up Savvas EasyBridge?	Savvas EasyBridge provides user management and roster synchronization tools to Riverdale in order to simplify access to Pearson products and content.
Setup Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) at RCS	Setup multi-factor authentication for your RCS account
Submit Student Forms (Medical, Trip, Interval)	Directions on submitting student forms using the Parent Portal
Submit Technology Check Requests	Submit check requests for pre-approved school technology and services
Submit Technology Purchase and Upgrade Requests	Instructions on how to request new, upgraded, renewed technology hardware or services
Tune-up a MacOS Device	Refresh your MacOS device and help it run better
Understand Account Lifecycles	Learn about the steps we take to create accounts for new employees
Understand Privacy Policies	Understand the important pieces of privacy policies for apps and websites at Riverdale
Update Google Account Photo	How to update your Google
Update Your RCS Passphrase	Find information about setting or changing your RCS passphrase here
Update my email signature	manage and update my gmail email signature
Update my voicemail greetings?	How to enable/disable call forward on my phone
Use AV in the JRJSC Conference Room (The Egg)	Read this article for information about the AV setup in the JRJSC conference room (the Egg)
Use Accessibility Tools and Software	Use accessibility tools and software on your Riverdale devices
Use Autocrat with Google Sheets	Use Autocrat to generate documents, PDFs, and emails with spreadsheets
Use Exam Accounts	Using Exam accounts to restrict student web and app access during exams.
Use Generative AI Tools	A resource for those wanting to venture into the world of genAI
Use Google Contacts	Understand and learn about Google Contacts
Use In-Class Microphones	How to use and setup in-class microphones for remote teaching
Use Mitel 6930 Office Phone	Quick guide for using the Mitel 6930 Office Phone
Use Passkeys	Setup passkeys for your Riverdale account
Using iPad as a Document Camera in Google Meet	Quick guide for using your iPad as a document camera for Google Meet
Veracross Parent Portal FAQ	Frequently asked questions about the Veracross Parent Portal

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