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=='''Pre-K - Kindergarten'''==




All Lower School students will be issued a device to keep at home in the event that a cohort, class or the school needs to quarantine.  Students in Grade 3, 4, and 5 will receive a technology orientation during the first weeks of school to ensure all students are able to access their accounts throughout the year. Families of students in Grade PK - 2 will receive a technology orientation to review in the event their child need to quarantine throughout the school year.
Students in Pre-K and Kindergarten will not receive devices to take home for school use for the 23-24 school year.


We ask that all RCS families submit a technology pledge upon receiving their devices.  You can find our technology pledge below, or [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBhd6MzewM18gPl3O8ZRQp7R4VtJKeGEUdJeBFgKTQBuLS7Q/viewform?usp=sf_link by clicking here.]
== Grade 1 - Grade 2 ==
 
If you have any questions that are not answered here, please contact us at [mailto:support-ticket@riverdale.edu support-ticket@riverdale.edu]
=='''Pre-K - Grade 2'''==


===Equipment===
===Equipment===
'''Pre-K to Kindergarten''' students will be issued an iPad with a charging cable to keep at home in the event we need to transition to remote learning.  
All Grade 1 and Grade 2 Homebase classes have iPad carts stored in their classrooms; students will be assigned a device at the beginning of the year for classroom use. During the first few weeks of school, Students will receive a technology orientation (how to login, proper use, overview of applications students will use, and digital intelligence). Students will use a Clever badge, in conjunction with the Clever app to log into various apps.


'''1st and 2nd Grade''' classes will be issued an iPad with a charging cable.  While charging cables can stay at home, the iPad will travel to and from school on a daily basis. Pre-K to Grade 2 students will use a Clever badge, in conjunction with the Clever app to log in to their devices.
===Students Logging in to Clever===
===How to Login to Clever===
Students will use the Clever app and badge to gain access to all of the learning platforms they will use throughout the school year. This badge can be used by your child to login to our systems without having to remember or type a username and passphrase. All students will be provided with a printed version of their Badge to be kept in their homebase.
The Clever badge along with the Clever App will give your student access to all of the learning platforms they will use throughout the school year. This Badge can be used by your child to logon to our systems without having to remember or type a username and passphrase. All students will be provided with a printed version of their Badge during device distribution. You can also scan a digital copy of the badge if you have one available, by holding your phone with the Badge open, up to the camera on your iPad/Chromebook.
 
If you need a replacement of your child's Clever badge please request one by emailing us at support-ticket@riverdale.edu.
 
====How to login====
 
#'''Open Clever'''<br>Open the Clever app and sign in using your Clever Badge
#'''Logon'''<br>Hold your Badge to the camera.  You can also scan the Badge by holding your phone - with the Badge open - up to the camera. We encourage families to keep their Clever app stored in a safe accessible location for student to use


=='''Grades 3 - 5'''==
=='''Grades 3 - 5'''==


===Equipment===
===Equipment===
All '''3rd to 5th Grade''' Homebase classes will have a cart of Chromebooks stored in their classrooms, and students will be assigned a device at the beginning of the year. All 3rd to 5th Grade students will have an additional device sent home during the first weeks of school in the event they need to quarantine.  These students will also receive login credentials to access their devices during the first weeks of school.  
All 3rd to 5th Grade Homebase classes have a cart of Chromebooks stored in their classrooms; students will be assigned a device at the beginning of the year for classroom use. Students will receive a technology orientation and login credentials to access their device during the first few weeks of school. '''Only''' '''5th Grade students will have an additional device, which will be sent home during the first weeks of school to facilitate completion of assignments at home, if needed.'''


===How to Login - Google Credentials===
===Logging in with Google Credentials===
All 3rd to 5th grade students will use their Riverdale credentials to log in to their Chromebooks both at school and at home. Student logins consist of their first initial of their first name, their last name, and the graduation year @Riverdale.edu.  
All 3rd to 5th grade students will use their Riverdale credentials to login to their Chromebooks. Student logins consist of their first initial of their first name, their last name, and the graduation year @riverdale.edu. '''E.g. scastro29@riverdale.edu'''


=='''Digital Learning Platforms'''==
'''All students''' will have access to a variety of Digital Learning Platforms to use throughout the school year.  For detailed information on how to login to these platforms please review our  [[Access my LS child’s digital Learning Platforms#Early Learning|LS Digital Learning Platforms article]]
=='''Use the device for Remote Learning'''==
Please review our [[Help my lower school child with remote learning|help my lower school child with remote learning]] article for practical information about HOW your child will use their device for remote learning, and how you can support them.
=='''Device Replacement and Repair Policy'''==
=='''Device Replacement and Repair Policy'''==
If a device is lost, stolen or destroyed/damaged beyond repair while off-campus (including at home and during transit to/from school), the family will be responsible for the full replacement cost of:


*$473 for an iPad
*$430 for a Chromebook.


We purchase accidental damage coverage and most broken screens and other minor issues will be covered under those policies. If the damage is beyond the scope of those policies we will at our discretion and best judgement ask families to pay for the repair or a device replacement.
'''(Pertinent only to 5th graders)'''


Families are responsible for replacing broken chargers with the equivalent OEM (Apple or Lenovo) product ([mailto:support-ticket@riverdale.edu contact us for details] if you find yourself in that situation). If there is a manufacturing defect or other non-user issue, we will investigate and determine the best course of action.
If a device is lost, stolen or destroyed/damaged beyond repair while off-campus (including at home and during transit to/from school), the family will be responsible for the full replacement cost of:


=='''Care for your Lower School child's iPad or Chromebook'''==
* $430 for a Chromebook.
For more information about how to care and maintain your device working properly please review our [[Care for my lower school child's iPad or Chromebook?|detailed help article.]]


=='''Technology Orientation'''==
We purchase accidental damage coverage and most broken screens and other minor issues will be covered under those policies. If the damage is beyond the scope of those policies we will at our discretion and best judgment ask families to pay for the repair or a device replacement.


===Pre-K - 2===
Families are responsible for replacing broken chargers with the equivalent OEM (Lenovo) product (contact us for details if you find yourself in that situation). If there is a manufacturing defect or other non-user issue, we will investigate and determine the best course of action.
The following technology orientation has been compiled to assist you in supporting your child in the event they need to quarantine.


[https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1N0edlnoGXJAviR0EpH4CiuicjtXSpnC3P2csRBfJVo4/edit#slide=id.g8fb8c51ebc_0_100 Pre-K - Grade 2 Technology Orientation]
=='''Care for your Lower School child's Chromebook'''==
For more information about how to care and maintain your device working properly please review our [[Care for my lower school child's iPad or Chromebook?|detailed help article.]]


===Grades 3 - 5===
If you have any questions that are not answered here, please contact us at [mailto:support-ticket@riverdale.edu support-ticket@riverdale.edu]
Students in Grade 3, 4, and 5 will receive a technology orientation during the first weeks of school to ensure all students are able to access their accounts throughout the year. The following technology orientation has been compiled to assist you in supporting your child in the event they need to quarantine.
==FAQ==
 
Have questions? We have answers!
[https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Y9nXjCcqQM1tH1JlBYzRj3XaMatb_JuYIbFl5SUpQVM/edit#slide=id.g8fb8c51ebc_0_100 Grade 3 Technology Orientation]
 
[https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_083tNq9_slciNlGAdLSJwiFUM8xT8P_4sqPxBiLjjY/edit#slide=id.g81ef208d7a_0_0 Grade 4 - 5 Technology Orientation]
 
=='''Technology Pledge'''==
We ask that all families submit a technology pledge upon receiving their RCS issued device.     


You can access our technology pledge through the technology orientation, or [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBhd6MzewM18gPl3O8ZRQp7R4VtJKeGEUdJeBFgKTQBuLS7Q/viewform?usp=sf_link by clicking this link.]   
==FAQ==
Have questions? We have answers! Review our [[Get answers to my Lower School parent's remote learning questions|How Do I article]] that provides additional insight regarding Remote learning.




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**The device connects to the internet
**The device connects to the internet
*After confirming both, please return the malfunctioned device using the same shipping box and the pre-paid return label (included in the box).  If the replacement fails either of the two instructions above, please contact the tech department by emailing at [[Mailto:support-ticket@riverdale.edu|support-ticket@riverdale.edu]]  -->
*After confirming both, please return the malfunctioned device using the same shipping box and the pre-paid return label (included in the box).  If the replacement fails either of the two instructions above, please contact the tech department by emailing at [[Mailto:support-ticket@riverdale.edu|support-ticket@riverdale.edu]]  -->
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Pre-K - Kindergarten

Students in Pre-K and Kindergarten will not receive devices to take home for school use for the 23-24 school year.

Grade 1 - Grade 2

Equipment

All Grade 1 and Grade 2 Homebase classes have iPad carts stored in their classrooms; students will be assigned a device at the beginning of the year for classroom use. During the first few weeks of school, Students will receive a technology orientation (how to login, proper use, overview of applications students will use, and digital intelligence). Students will use a Clever badge, in conjunction with the Clever app to log into various apps.

Students Logging in to Clever

Students will use the Clever app and badge to gain access to all of the learning platforms they will use throughout the school year. This badge can be used by your child to login to our systems without having to remember or type a username and passphrase. All students will be provided with a printed version of their Badge to be kept in their homebase.

Grades 3 - 5

Equipment

All 3rd to 5th Grade Homebase classes have a cart of Chromebooks stored in their classrooms; students will be assigned a device at the beginning of the year for classroom use. Students will receive a technology orientation and login credentials to access their device during the first few weeks of school. Only 5th Grade students will have an additional device, which will be sent home during the first weeks of school to facilitate completion of assignments at home, if needed.

Logging in with Google Credentials

All 3rd to 5th grade students will use their Riverdale credentials to login to their Chromebooks. Student logins consist of their first initial of their first name, their last name, and the graduation year @riverdale.edu. E.g. scastro29@riverdale.edu

Device Replacement and Repair Policy

(Pertinent only to 5th graders)

If a device is lost, stolen or destroyed/damaged beyond repair while off-campus (including at home and during transit to/from school), the family will be responsible for the full replacement cost of:

  • $430 for a Chromebook.

We purchase accidental damage coverage and most broken screens and other minor issues will be covered under those policies. If the damage is beyond the scope of those policies we will at our discretion and best judgment ask families to pay for the repair or a device replacement.

Families are responsible for replacing broken chargers with the equivalent OEM (Lenovo) product (contact us for details if you find yourself in that situation). If there is a manufacturing defect or other non-user issue, we will investigate and determine the best course of action.

Care for your Lower School child's Chromebook

For more information about how to care and maintain your device working properly please review our detailed help article.

If you have any questions that are not answered here, please contact us at support-ticket@riverdale.edu

FAQ

Have questions? We have answers!