LibGuides: Online Learning in SISD: Resources for Parents

Parent Tips

Parent Tips for Joining Meetings on Teams
Step by step guide for joining a virtual meeting in Teams.
Como unirse a reuniones virtuales en MS Teams
Guía en español.
Student Guide for Virtual Meetings
This presentation shares how to get the most from your online lessons in Teams Meeting.
Installing Microsoft Office using Office 365
You might have a better experience with the installed versions. This guide will show you how to use Office 365 to add the resources to your device.

Sign In to TEAMS with Mobile Device
Instructions on how to sign in to TEAMS with a mobile device - iPhone & Android.
How to Log In to My SISD Portal
Instructions on how to log in to my.sisd.net.
How to Log In to TEAMS
Instructions on how to log in to TEAMS using a computer.
How to Find TEAMS Meetings Calls
Instructions on how to find your calls in TEAMS meetings.
How to log in to Clever
Step by step guide (with pictures) on how to access resources found in our Clever portal.
How to log in to MackinVIA as a Student
Simple instructions on how to access MackinVIA, the primary app we use for eBooks, audiobooks, and learning databases from your SISD Libraries.
Istation Remote Learning Guide for Parents
Parent guide for using the iStation remote assessment. Used by grades K-5 and 7.
Istation Guia Para Padres 2020-2021
Guia para Padres para la Evaluación Remota

Return To School Guidance For Schools
Find the hospitalization Rate and the Region XIX guidelines for students to return to campus. It includes the School Readiness Report that identifies the zones as Red, Orange, Yellow, or Green.

[VIDEO] How to log into student email
A video walkthrough of how to log in to my.sisd.net and access your email.
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by Nancy Ojeda
[vídeo] Correo Electronico
en español
[VIDEO] How to get to Nearpod
Video walkthrough on how to get to Nearpod and start a session.
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by Nancy Ojeda
[VIDEO] How to Use Nearpod as a Student
Learn how to use Nearpod as a student.
[VIDEO] How to get to Clever
A video walkthrough of how Students can locate Clever in SISD.
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by Nancy Ojeda
[VIDEO] How to Get to Teams and Find Team Meetings
A video walkthrough of how to locate a Team Meeting using multiple options.
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by Nancy Ojeda
[vídeo] Como Ilegar a TEAMs
Como llegar a TEAMs en español
[VIDEO] How to upload lessons in Class Dojo
Instructions on how to upload lessons using the Class Dojo app on your phone.
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by Nancy Ojeda
[VIDEO] How to Access and make Payments on Campus Webstore
Many SISD campuses sell products and allow parents to pay for various campus fees such as: laptop fees, uniforms, and rental fees.
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Not all campuses currently have a webstore. If your campus does not have one, please contact the campus for information about how to make any necessary payments.
[VIDEO] How to access the library databases through MackinVIA
Learn how to use the Gale databases through MackinVIA.

SISD General Troubleshooting Guide
2020-2021 troubleshooting guide for computer, wi-fi, sound and more.
How to Update Your SISD Computer
Follow these steps to make sure your SISD laptop is operating at its best. Remember to restart after updates are installed and connecting your SISD laptop to a district WIFI account can also help.

Windows Update
Find the steps to update Windows. These steps will work on personal devices. For district devices, you may also need to connect to SISD WI-FI to get all the newest updates.
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Accessing SISD Wi-Fi can be done by pulling up to any SISD campus parking lot and connecting the network to SISD 5 and logging in with your district username and password.

Teams Camera & Microphone
Possible solutions for why your microphone or camera aren't working with Teams.
Hotspot Troubleshooting
Having trouble with your hotspot? Try these possible solutions to get connected again.
Steps for finding Hotspot Password
Learn how to find the password for the Franklin T9 T-mobile hotspot. Resource is in English and Spanish. These steps are also in the manual included in the box.
Clever Support: Clearing Browsing History
If you are having issues accessing Clever one possible solution is to clear the browsing history. This guide will show you how.

Onedrive Tutorial for Parents
Enter your name and view the Nearpod guide in English and Spanish
Tutorial for using Remind App
How to use the Remind App. In English and Spanish

SISD Schools Webpage Links
Follow the processes at your child's campus for making appointments to drop off a device for repairs. The process may be slightly different at each location.
Tyler Student 360
Providing basic information about Student 360. Your campus staff can assist you with account support if you have trouble signing in. Once you sign in, it is advisable to have your browser remember your username/password.