MyTec Guide - Mequon-Thiensville School District
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1. When the user opens up a browser he she will be asked to enter a login and password The user s login is his her server login and the password is the user s server password NEVER give your login and or password to another individual MTSD Visitor for anyone who wants wireless access from 3 00 p m to midnight daily and weekends on a separate data network for Internet access only No authentication is required Access to MTSD Visitor is gained by selecting the MTSD Visitor network from the network options When the user opens up a browser he she will see a splash screen He She will need to agree to the District s AUP There is no login or password required Once on the MTSD wireless network all users will have filtered Internet access just as they would on a District owned device All users will be filtered at the student level when using personal technology devices Security Suggestions for Students Always make sure your technology device is in a secure location Ifyou have a locker make sure it is locked Pull on the lock and the door to make sure it is locked Etch or put some other identifier on your technology device Record your technology device s make model and serial number Store the record at home where you will be able to find it if needed Enable your technology device s GPS locator if it is equipped with one Password protect your technology device Immediately notify administration if y2. go to this icon and choose MTSD Personal from the list or prompt your computer to look for wireless networks in range Always consult your device s owner s manual for accessing a wireless network 4 I brought my iPad technology device to school to use in the classroom but my teacher said I couldn t use it in her classroom Can I still use it Answer The teacher in the classroom has the final say on procedures in the classroom If he or she asks you not to use your technology devices then you should follow those directions Access is only available not guaranteed for each classroom situation 5 I just can t get my laptop technology device to connect to the network Can I get some help from someone Answer The district s teachers and technology staff are not able to dedicate the necessary time required to help every student Your best avenue for help is to seek out other students MTSD MyTec Guidebook 5 Mequon Thiensville School District 6 I need to save my work in my home directory or student shared folder Why can t I access this resource Answer You are on a guest network It is not the same as the network you would normally access from a District owned computer You will not see your shared folder so you will need to save your work in another place Some options include a flash drive your hard drive or the cloud 7 Ineed to print the spreadsheet I just created why isn t there a printer lis
3. may have technical issues with their technology devices need to take care of this issue by working with their user s manual that came with the device These are not MTSD devices and the district is not allocating resources at this time to troubleshoot issues You are welcome to help if you choose but it is not a staff member s responsibility to ensure that student owned technology is functioning properly 3 I have students in my building who are accessing the Internet using their provider s data plan on their technology device hence bypassing the filter Is this a violation of the student AUP Answer No This is not a violation because the student is not bypassing the filter on the MTSD network but is instead using a provider s plan However if a student is using the technology device inappropriately and causing a disruption in the building then it is a violation of student conduct policies Violations of this type will be handled using the existing student disciplinary process not the Acceptable Use Policy 4 If I have students who access inappropriate sites on their technology device will I be held liable Answer You would treat this situation the same way you would if the student was using a District owned machine Since this would be a violation of student conduct it is your responsibility as a staff member to report the situation to the administration 5 I have my own technology device I would like to utilize these to
4. or contact the other teacher 13 What is the policy for getting technology devices taken away Answer The policy for having technology devices confiscated essentially remains the same If you are using the technology device inappropriately it will be confiscated just like any other inappropriately used item Remember the purpose for the technology device in school is to enhance your educational learning not to contact friends or play games 14 I would like to record my teacher during class Can I do this Answer Due to certain privacy issues both student and staff before recording a class either audio video or both you must check with your teacher MTSD MyTec Guidebook 7 Mequon Thiensville School District FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Staff 1 My classroom is not conducive to student owned technology devices Am I required to allow my students to access their technology devices in the classroom Answer No Although we encourage teachers to leverage the student owned technology tools in their classroom for learning there is no requirement of teachers to allow this You are in charge of the way your class functions and the rules that apply 2 Some of my students cannot access the network on their technology device I don t have time in a class period to help them with this Should I put in a help request or call the Technology Services department Answer No Students who cannot access the MTSD Personal network or who
5. own technology devices is to enhance their learning If they are using the device for an alternative purpose their learning may not increase in the appropriate arena When conducting a class teachers have the final say as to whether or not technology devices can be used If technology devices are being utilized here are a couple of techniques that can be used to ensure that students are paying attention o Have students shut the lids on their laptops when you want their attention o Have students place their phones iPads iPods face down gently on their desks when you want their attention o During a test have students take their phones iPads iPods out turn them off and set them on the desktop o Have your students email or post to forum their notes at the end of the hour you can do a spot check to see if they really were taking notes Technology Etiquette o Phones iPods need to be put away before students enter a classroom o You should always remove your headphones ear buds when talking to someone else this reduces the chance that you will talk loudly o Ifyou find some else s technology device please turn it into a teacher or administrator ASAP MTSD MyTec Guidebook 12
6. Mequon Thiensville School District MyTec The MTSD service that allows students staff and guests wireless access to the Internet with their personal technology devices Student Staff and Guest Guide Mequon Thiensville School District Table of Contents PURPOSE 0 pie eee hatin chburs PLAN E TERMS OF USE a BCGESS gt teak rye utente natty SECURITY SUGGESTIONS i eee eee eee FAQS STUDENT aa FAQS STAFF qg vidtoueubtbantowddunvg PAOS PARENES fea Sen Sina sfe Une rca et ata TEACHER TALKING POINTS ce eee eee eee eee Revised 12 29 2011 MTSD MyTec Guidebook Mequon Thiensville School District Purpose The purpose of the MyTec wireless service is to provide a 21st Century learning environment that mirrors students off campus world while maximizing instructional time and tools creating collaboration and networking opportunities and meeting the learning styles and needs of students Plan Beginning with the start of 2 semester of the 2011 2012 School Year January 23 2011 students staff and guests to the Mequon Thiensville School District buildings Homestead High School Lake Shore Middle School Steffen Middle School Donges Bay Elementary School Oriole Lane Elementary School Wilson Elementary School the District Office and Range Line will be able to bring in their own technology devices and access the district s wireless network Terms of Use MTSD is providing wireless con
7. e Answer No Currently we are not requiring any additional software for school use Virus protection is always advised but it is not required While on the MTSD Personal network student Internet access will be filtered using the District s filter so there is no need for additional filtering software 3 I have read the terms of use and I do not wish to have my son daughter accessing the Internet using his her own laptop technology device I would like to allow him her to continue using his her computer for productivity but not the Internet Is this allowable Answer Yes Your son daughter may choose not to accept the terms of use however the rules outlined in the AUP still apply for technology use of any kind Internet or other Also it is not the responsibility of District or building staff to ensure he she has not accessed the Internet on his her own technology device Damage or theft is still the responsibility of the owner 4 I frequently come to school during the day Will I have access to the MTSD Personal network Answer Maybe The MTSD Personal network is to only be accessed by MTSD staff students and guest presenters workers If you are acting in the role of a guest presenter worker you can obtain a login and password from the building secretary Be aware that this login and password do change monthly 5 I frequently visit the district after school hours to watch my child play sports or perform in co curricular ac
8. eating Answer As the teacher you can determine when technology can cannot be used in your classroom If you feel the sanctity of an assignment will be compromised you do not have to let students use technology devices If you do suspect that cheating has occurred then you should report the incident to the administration 10 Will allowing students to bring their own technology devices change the expectations for how I am to utilize technology in the classroom Answer As educators we should always be responsive to the needs talents and skills of our students As our students continue to become more familiar proficient with technology we must continue to increase the use of technology for student learning in our instruction Danielson Model Domain 3 MTSD MyTec Guidebook 9 Mequon Thiensville School District FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Parents 1 My son daughter is bringing his iPad technology device to school for instructional purposes Will he she have access to the things he she normally does with District owned equipment Answer Somewhat Your son daughter will be able to access any of the web based programs that are currently being used However your son daughter will not be able to access the student server network the networked software applications or the networked printers 2 As a parent am I required to add additional software virus protection filter tracking device etc to my child s technology devic
9. even though this is my own personal computer technology device Answer Yes The Acceptable Use Policy for MTSD remains in effect even when you are using your own device Each time you attempt to access the network at school you will be prompted to accept the terms of use which include the AUP Violating the terms of the AUP would be a student code of conduct violation and would be dealt with by a school administrator MTSD MyTec Guidebook 6 Mequon Thiensville School District 11 What can I use my laptop technology device for during class Answer Students may use their device during class with the permission of their classroom teacher Please understand that some teachers will allow devices to be used for a variety of reasons based on their classroom and the specific activity being done during a class Based on this information what is allowable one day may not be so the next Students are strongly encouraged to check with their individual classroom teachers for clarification on when and how to use their device s 12 I was using my technology device inappropriately in a class and it was taken away but I need material off of it for a class later in the day What do I do Answer First do not use the technology device inappropriately Second if it is taken away talk to your teacher at the end of the period and let him her know what is needed The teacher will either let you transfer the material to a flash drive email the material
10. ll have access to web based email accounts if they have one The District does not provide email accounts for students All other web resources that would normally be available to students using a District owned device will be available on his her personal equipment 9 Where can I see the Acceptable Use Policy Answer All board policies and procedures are available online at the district s website www imtsd k12 wi us under the link for Board of Education 10 I am looking to purchase a personal technology device for my child What would be a good device to purchase Answer That depends upon your ultimate purpose for the device At school the majority of the technology devices are Apple products iPads are also a good choice but realize that they are NOT laptops Please read the Frequently Asked Questions Students portion for additional information MTSD MyTec Guidebook 11 Mequon Thiensville School District Teacher Talking Points Students must take Personal Responsibility for their technology device They must never leave their technology device lying around They must always keep it in their possession or within their sight Students must NEVER lend their technology device to another student Any technology device can be used inappropriate or be accidently damaged Students should ensure that sound on their technology device s are in the Off mode The purpose for allowing students to use their
11. nectivity as a guest service and does not guarantee that use of the wireless connection is secure or that privacy can be protected when using the wireless connection Use of the MTSD wireless network is entirely at the risk of the user and the Mequon Thiensville School District is not responsible for any loss of any information that may occur from the use of the wireless connection or for injury or damages resulting from the use of the wireless connection The District s Acceptable Use Policy Agreement and Guidelines bind all users of the Mequon Thiensville School District s network By entering the network users are agreeing to all of the above cautions and policies as they pertain to non district devices MTSD MyTec Guidebook 3 Mequon Thiensville School District Access Students staff or guests who do not accept the terms of service will not be able to access the MTSD network The MTSD has three 3 wireless networks MTSD for district owned equipment only on district data network will work in any MTSD building MTSD Personal for staff and student personal equipment on a separate data network for Internet access only no access to District printers or network server accounts Guests can access the Internet by using a login and password that changes monthly login and password are kept by the school secretary Students and staff gain access to MTSD Personal by selecting the MTSD Personal network from the network options
12. ols at work Does this plan include district employees Answer Yes District staff can also access the MTSD Personal network Keep in mind that the MTSD Personal network is going to be filtered at the student level for everyone accessing it Also school printers and servers will not be accessible with your own device MTSD MyTec Guidebook 8 Mequon Thiensville School District 6 One of my students was using his laptop to bully another student on campus Should I call the Technology Services office concerning this problem Answer No Any disciplinary infractions that occur from using technology tools should be referred to a building administrator This would be a student code of conduct issue 7 Will students have access to any common software packages via the MTSD Personal or MTSD Visitor network access Answer No The students may have their own copy of common software packages on their machines but the District will not supply copies for students 8 Should I call the Technology Services office if one of my students technology devices is damaged or stolen Answer No Any theft issues should be handled as you normally would in your building MTSD is not responsible for any damage or theft of student owned technology devices It would be good to remind students to keep a record of the device s serial number in case a theft occurs 9 What do I do if I think a student is going to use his her phone technology device for ch
13. our technology device is missing or stolen MTSD MyTec Guidebook 4 Mequon Thiensville School District FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Students 1 I don t have my own technology device to bring to school Will I be penalized or miss out on instruction Answer No It is not mandatory for students to bring a device even if they do own one When devices are used to enhance learning in the classroom students without a personal device will be provided access to an appropriate district owned device Keep in mind that learning can be greatly enhanced for the entire class even if only a handful of students have a device 2 I have my laptop technology device with me in class How do I get on the Internet now Answer Most laptops or other personal devices i e smart phones will detect a wireless connection when you are near one Most of the time your technology tool will ask you if you would like to join the network When prompted choose MTSD Personal from the list You will log in using your server login and password Note you will NOT have access to your server account or printers Once you choose this network and you open up a browser you will be prompted to accept the terms of use Read this carefully so that you know what is expected 3 My laptop technology device is not prompting me to choose a wireless network Is there another way to connect Answer In the settings menu of your device there is usually an icon for a network
14. ted when I try this Answer Like the shared folders printers are networked differently within the building and will not be available when you login to the MTSD Personal network Consider emailing the document to your teacher or saving it to a jump drive logging into a district computer and then printing the file 8 My laptop technology device was stolen when I brought it to school Whom should I contact about this Answer Bringing your own technology devices to school can be useful however some risks are involved as well It is always a good idea to record your device s serial number to have in case of theft The Mequon Thiensville School District is not responsible for the theft of a device nor are we responsible for any damage done to the device while at school Any time a theft occurs you should contact a school administrator to make him her aware of the theft 9 Why am I filtered on my own computer technology device Shouldn t I be able to see what I want on my own technology device Answer Student filtering is a requirement of all public schools The Children s Internet Protection Act CIPA requires all network access to be filtered regardless of the tool used to access it while in a public school Your laptop or phone is the device but the network you are using while at school belongs to the Mequon Thiensville School District and will be filtered 10 Am I still held accountable for the Acceptable Use Policy I sign
15. tivities or I attend meetings at school Will I be able to access the MTSD Visitor network Answer Yes The MTSD Visitor network is active from 3 00 p m until midnight Monday Thursday and from 3 00 p m Friday until Sunday midnight There is no login or password required MTSD MyTec Guidebook 10 Mequon Thiensville School District 6 If my child s laptop technology device is stolen or damaged what recourse can I take Answer The District is not responsible for any damage or theft of student owned equipment Installing tracking software can help locate the equipment if it is stolen and keeping track of the device s serial number model and type will be helpful as well Theft or vandalism of any kind should be reported immediately to a school administrator so he she can take the appropriate steps 7 What are the classroom rules for using student owned technology devices Answer Teachers make the final decision for any tools used in the classroom student owned equipment would be no different It will be up to the individual teachers to communicate their expectations to parents and students In addition the District has an existing policy regarding the use of cellular phones that is still in effect Contact your child s teachers or building administration for his her expectations 8 Will my child have access to communication tools like email or message boards while on the MTSD Personal network Answer Students wi
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