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== Laptop Request ==
== Laptop Request ==


'''Full-time, Part-time teachers, Administrators, Administrative staff''' <br>
=== '''Full-time, Part-time teachers, Assistant Teachers, Administrators, Administrative staff''' ===
Please complete the Laptop Request below, to indicate the type of laptop you prefer, how you would like to receive it, and when you would like to have it. <br>
Please submit a New Faculty Request Form (Link Below) to indicate what device you prefer to use in your new role.


'''Substitute teachers'''<br>
Here are some things you should consider prior to choosing your device:
We will provide you with a loaner. Please click [https://support.riverdale.edu here] to submit a tech request for loaner laptop.<br>
* The vast majority of our employees are MacBook or Chromebook users.
* Below is a breakdown of what devices are predominately used by students within our division:
*# LOWER SCHOOL (3rd-5th Grade) - 1 to 1 Chromebook
*# MIDDLE SCHOOL - 1 to 1 Chromebook
*# UPPER SCHOOL - BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Most students have MacBooks or PC's


'''Finance, Development, Security, Maintenance, Housekeeping, Grounds, Coaching, or other staff positions''' <br>
* If after you have begun using a device you find it does NOT fit your needs, we are happy to swap your device out for another that DOES.
At this time, we do not automatically provide laptops . If you are in need of one, please contact your supervisor. <br>
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=== '''Finance, Development, Security, Maintenance, Housekeeping, Grounds, Coaching, or other staff positions'''  At this time, we do not automatically provide laptops . If you are in need of one, please contact your supervisor.  ===
[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-EucwTkFwENSNezlT65MFnplgaj0-PhQuHvTan3OL2S2tCw/viewform?usp=sf_link '''<big>Click here</big>'''] to fill out the Riverdale New Faculty Laptop Request Form
[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-EucwTkFwENSNezlT65MFnplgaj0-PhQuHvTan3OL2S2tCw/viewform?usp=sf_link '''<big>Click here</big>'''] to fill out the Riverdale New Faculty Laptop Request Form
== Technology Onboarding ==
RCS has a variety of programs and procedures that are important for all members of our community to be familiar with.  We will be hosting 2 half day sessions in August for all faculty beginning next school year.        
Please ensure you sign up for one of the following onboarding options:    
=== '''Full-time, Part-time teachers, Assistant Teachers'''  ===
Register for our August trainings which will take place:
* Tuesday, August 21st 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
* Wednesday, August 22nd 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you are unable to attend training in August, please schedule a one-on-one help session with someone from the tech team by filling out the form below.
=== '''Administrators, Administrative staff,''' '''Finance, Development, Security, Maintenance, Housekeeping, Grounds, Coaching, or other staff positions''' ===
Sign up for a one on one training session with someone from the technology department.
===Technology Onboarding Details===
​Riverdale Country School - River Campus
Building: Upper Learning
Room: 2nd Floor (5th Grade Room)
(Please note Room/location may be different than previously advised)
Where to Park:
Lower School Parking lot
What to bring:
*Please bring all equipment that was provided by the technology department
*MacBook Air
*Laptop Charger
*External Hard Drive
*iPad (if provided)
Lunch: Will be provided on that day


== Security Settings ==  
== Security Settings ==  
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*Choose the download for Windows (XP and up)
*Choose the download for Windows (XP and up)
*Install the downloaded software package
*Install the downloaded software package
==Technology Orientation ==
Although device training is not a requirement we highly recommend that you attend a 1-day session prior to the start of the school year.    
RCS uses a variety of systems for printing and attendance.  We highly recommend that you sign up for our Technology Orientation which will be held on Tuesday, August 21st, or Wednesday, August 22nd.  If you are unable to attend training in August, please schedule a one-on-one help session with someone from the tech team by filling out the form below.   
==Technology Orientation Details==
​Riverdale Country School - River Campus
Building: Upper Learning
Room: 2nd Floor (5th Grade Room)
(Please note Room/location may be different than previously advised)
Where to Park:
Lower School Parking lot
What to bring:
*Please bring all equipment that was provided by the technology department
*MacBook Air
*Laptop Charger
*External Hard Drive
*iPad (if provided)
Lunch: Will be provided on that day
'''<big>[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFUDDRW3XBnBt3XgejMAJknDgjWns19DNkj6d59nsJACx-Og/viewform?usp=sf_link Register for Device Orientation here.]</big>'''
== Campus Tech Support ==
== Campus Tech Support ==


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