TECHNOLOGY
About
About the BCSC Technology Department
The Technology Division supports teaching, learning, and district operations by providing reliable technology, digital resources, and technical services for students, staff, and families. As a 1:1 district, we equip every student with the tools needed to learn, collaborate, and create both in and beyond the classroom. Combined with interactive learning technologies, these resources help foster engaging, connected learning experiences across the district.
Mission
To create a flexible, productive, universally designed environment that responds to the needs and challenges of all stakeholders.
Vision
Inspiring innovative anytime, anywhere accessible learning and productivity.
Core Values
Inclusivity
We will foster collaborative decision-making by encouraging work with those inside and outside the technology department. We will respect the opinions of others and meet them where they are.
Inspirational
We will cultivate and grow good relationships across the district. We will be responsive to the needs of everyone. We will set high expectations for our team, challenge the status quo, and be proud to show the results of our work.
Reliable Communication
We will use a clear and professional tone in our communications. We will inform stakeholders of appropriate timelines and how they will be affected. We will make well-known how to seek and gain help and assistance. We will model UDL with consistent and accessible documentation.
Thoughtfulness
We will be open to and ask for feedback. We will take time to make improvements in response to that feedback.
Impact
BCSC Technology Department Publication Features
We strive to equip students and staff with the tools they need to succeed. Our innovative use of technology has been featured in publications highlighting its positive impact on learning.
CITES & CAST
"Building an Inclusive Technology Ecosystem through Stakeholder Engagement & Professional Development"
Everway
"How Equatio and Read&Write help BCSC meet district goals so all learners succeed"
National EdTech Plan
"Leveraging Technology to Meet the Needs of All Learners" (Note: feature is on page 12)
BCSC
BCSC Technology COVID-19 Pandemic Story
Resources
Technology Resources
- Canvas
- PowerSchool
- Student Devices
- Student Acceptable Use Agreement
- Digital Citizenship
- Virtual Learning & eLearning Days
Canvas
Canvas is our digital classroom hub where students interact with teachers, collaborate with peers, and access assignments from anywhere.
How to Sign In
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Google First: Ensure the student is signed into their BCSC Google Account.
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Access Canvas: Visit bcsc.instructure.com.
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Automatic Sync: Once signed into Google, Canvas will automatically recognize the student’s credentials and log them in.
Canvas Guides
Elementary
Secondary
- Secondary Parent Guide (English)
- Grades in Canvas and the What-if Grade Calculator (English)
- 使用, 导航提示： 中学, 高中的学生们和家长们 (Mandarin)
- Dicas de acesso e navegação para alunos e famílias do ensino fundamental e médio (Portuguese)
- Tips de acceso y navegación para estudiantes de la escuela media y secundaria y sus familias en español (Spanish)
Google Workspace for Education is the digital foundation for collaboration at BCSC. Every student and staff member is provided with a secure account that includes essential productivity tools like Gmail, Docs, Drive, and Calendar.
How We Use It
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The Key to Learning: Student accounts serve as the "universal login" for Chromebooks and Canvas.
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Collaboration: Students use these tools to complete assignments, share feedback with teachers, and work together on projects.
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Digital Citizenship: We use this platform as a safe environment to teach students how to communicate professionally and navigate the digital world responsibly.
PowerSchool
PowerSchool is our central hub for student records. By using the Parent Portal, families can stay up to date with real-time access to grades, attendance, and class schedules.
Get Started
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Stay Informed: Monitor your student’s academic progress and attendance throughout the year.
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Register Today: If you haven’t already, use the guides below to create your Parent Portal account and link your students.
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Need Help? Please call your student's school, and the main office staff will be able to assist you.
Student Devices
Overview
BCSC provides a managed Chromebook to every K-12 student to ensure a consistent, secure, and equitable learning experience.
- The Device Cycle: Students receive a new device in Elementary School and again in High School.
- What’s Included: Each Chromebook comes with a protective case and a power charger.
- Annual Check-in: All items (device, case, and charger) are collected at the end of the school year. Missing items will result in a replacement invoice. Students in grades 6th - 11th may participate in the Summer Take Home Program outlined here.
- Safety First: All devices are managed by BCSC and include robust content filtering to protect students online.
Device Care Guidance
- Charge your device every night with the charger that was issued with the Chromebook
- Clean the screen with a microfiber cloth
- If you use a cleaning spray, spray it on the cleaning cloth and not the device
- Keep the device away from food or drinks
- Make sure nothing is stacked on top of or placed in between the device
- Store the device in climate-controlled spaces
- Remove headphones carefully when you finish using them
Student Acceptable Use Agreement
Digital Citizenship
All BCSC schools use Common Sense Education to educate students about digital citizenship. This learning material is available in Canvas.
BCSC Family Night Presentations
Virtual Learning & eLearning Days
When school buildings are closed, BCSC may choose to implement a Virtual Learning Day or an eLearning Day. To learn more about eLearning and Virtual Learning Days, click here.
Technology Support
Need help with technology? Call the Tech Hotline: 812.418.0252 between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Please leave a voicemail with your name, contact information, and a brief description of the issue. A member of the BCSC Technology Team will return your call as soon as possible.
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Systems Status
Systems Status
BCSC Staff: Submit a support ticket if you are experiencing or have been notified of a service disruption.