Digital Learning Resources
Whitnall is committed to supporting student digital learning and the technology needed to access digital content and resources. Below is a brief overview of Whitnall digital learning resources. Follow the links for more information.
Chromebook Laptops
A Chromebook is a web-based laptop that accesses all applications through the internet. Unlike a Mac or PC laptop, applications are not directly installed on the device but are accessed through web tools such as Google Mail, Docs, Drive, etc. While an Internet connection is required, specific files can be made to be available 'offline' to be accessed when WiFi is not available.
To increase the functionality of the Chromebook browser, Chrome Extensions can be added by students from a pre-approved list of extensions. Students do not need permission to add or remove an approved extension.
Google Chromebook Help - Google online support for Chromebooks
Chromebook Accessibility Features - Google for Education "Devices designed for all learned"
Use Google Drive Files Offline - Google files can be made available 'offline' to be accessible when WiFi is not available.
Google Apps and Support Links
Students have access to Google Suite for Education apps including but not limited to Email, Drive, Docs, Slides, Sheets, Calendar, Forms, and YouTube. Apps such as Google Play Store and Google Meet are available with limited access or are restricted to students. The district maintains the right to determine as needed which apps students access and their academic relevance.
Google Docs Online Help (Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms)
Google Drive Online Help
Google Mail Online Help
Google Classroom Online Help
Google Chrome Online Help
Google YouTube Online Help
Google Keep Online Help
Google Maps Online Help
Google Earth Online Help
Canvas LMS
Canvas is an online Learning Management System (LMS) that provides access to instructional resources and academic content for students, teachers, and parents in one digital platform. Canvas is integrated with Google for Education Suite and many other educational resources creating a seamless experience for students within the Canvas platform. Parent observers can view course content, student work, and teacher feedback for all of their students with one login. Follow the link below for more Whitnall Canvas information.
Whitnall Canvas Information
Whitnall Canvas Login
1:1 Student Technology
Whitnall students in grades 2-12 are learning in a 1:1 environment. Each student has a dedicated district Chromebook assigned to them to support their digital learning. Follow the links below for more student technology information.
Student Technology in Kindergarten and 1st grade
Student Technology Grade 2-12
WSD Help Desk Tech Support
Tech support is available to students in all schools by a district technician. Staff will work with students to troubleshoot, provide a temporary loaner device, or make repairs as needed. If a student is not able to meet with a technician, they can submit a Help Desk Support Ticket. A staff member will communicate through email to resolve the issue or meet directly with the student.
Submitting a Help Desk Ticket (please note only students can log in to submit a support ticket)
