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The information here will guide you through the process of setting up your RCS account and your laptop.  
The information here will guide you through the process of setting up your RCS account and your laptop.  
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When you have finished these steps, click on the button that says "Create Account" in the lower right-hand corner of the screen. This will complete the account creation process!
When you have finished these steps, click on the button that says "Create Account" in the lower right-hand corner of the screen. This will complete the account creation process!


Okta provides active links to many of the technology resources you will need while you are a student at RCS, and the quickest way to access those links is to click on the Okta extension in your browser, or go to my.riverdale.edu.
My Riverdale (also known as Okta) provides active links to many of the technology resources you will need while you are a student at RCS, and the quickest way to access those links is to click on the Okta extension in your browser, or go to my.riverdale.edu.
[[File:Okta Extension.png|left|thumb|Okta Extension]]
[[File:Okta Extension.png|left|thumb|Okta Extension]]
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All Middle School students receive a Chromebook to be used at home and school. This device is fully managed by Riverdale and will have the software and services you need to use during your time in the Middle School.  
All Middle School students receive a Chromebook to be used at home and school. This device is fully managed by Riverdale and will have the software and services you need to use during your time in the Middle School.  


Additionally, all of your web browsing is filtered and tracked. You will typically receive information about receiving the device after your accounts are created.
Additionally, all of your web browsing is filtered and tracked.


===Setting up your Chromebook===
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I7Q1LhQuPyKZoLN0TilBe86QdBagYcVD/view?usp=sharing ASUS Flip Chromebook: Basic Features]


If you've received a new Lenovo 500e Chromebook, please note:
==RCS Technology Orientation==
6th Grade Tech Orientation will take place on Campus on Wednesday, August 31st.


*Plug the chromebook in using the included charger, and allow it to charge.
Incoming 7th and 8th graders who are new to Riverdale, will have Tech Orientation on Thursday, September 1st.
*When you first open your Chromebook, you will need to log into your home wifi network by selecting the network and typing in the password.
*Once you have logged into wifi, you can sign into your chromebook using your username and your new passphrase.
 
[[File:Chromebook Unboxing V3.mp4]]
 
==RCS Technology Orientation==
We are in the process of creating a new Technology Orientation for Middle School students that can be completed online. To access your Middle School Technology Orientation, click on [https://learning.riverdale.edu/course/5160537976/materials#foldersexpanded= THIS LINK], which will take you to our Schoology course where videos and assignments will be listed.


===Electronic Information Systems & Acceptable Use Policy===
===Electronic Information Systems & Acceptable Use Policy===
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By using devices and/or services provided by Riverdale Country School, you are agreeing to abide by the Acceptable Use Policy.
By using devices and/or services provided by Riverdale Country School, you are agreeing to abide by the Acceptable Use Policy.
==Tech Support==
==Tech Support==


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