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EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
Online Instructional Resources
SDPBC provides numerous web-based instructional and collaboration resources specifically intended for use by teachers,
students, and parents. Students can access the vast majority of the available online resources at home and school by
logging into their student portal at https://www.mysdpbc.org or by using the “Sign In” link at the top of the District’s home
page.
Many of the online programs and resources are personalized for students and the majority of the applications are single
sign on and can be accessed directly from their Portal without the need for an additional username or password.
Instructions on which specific resources will be used in the classroom and how to access any resources that do still require
a username/password will be provided directly by school media specialists, school techs, or teachers.
Online Textbooks and Resources
SDPBC provides access to adopted instructional materials for courses that range from traditional printed materials to fully
digital content. Currently, most courses have a mixture of both, and in some instances, class sets of printed texts may be
assigned when the text is used as a reference. Most core courses have online platforms that allow teachers and students
to use digital curriculum as part of the core instruction. These platforms and resources vary by subject matter and may
require teachers to actively assign students resources and activities to meet their individual needs.
Students must be actively enrolled in an appropriate course/class to gain access to their assigned textbooks/platforms via
the “Student Texts” tile on their student portal. Many of the links will provide direct access and a small number will require
a unique process to access from school or home. Specific log in instructions should be provided by their teachers.
SIS Gateway
The SIS Gateway provides parents and students with timely access to individual student schedules, assignments,
assessment reports, attendance, and much more. Parents and students in secondary schools will be able to see real-time
grades and assignments. The SIS Gateway allows parents and students the ability to easily email teachers through this
system. Students have access to the SIS Gateway via the icon available in the District’s student portal. Parents must register
for their SIS Gateway account with an active email address. To do so parents will need to contact their child’s school and
ask the Gateway Manager to get their activation code.
SIS Mobile App
Staying connected to a student’s academic performance is now easier with the SIS Gateway mobile app. Parents and
students can receive real-time notifications of grades, attendance, upcoming assignments, test scores, and more helpful
information with the SIS Gateway mobile app. The app also includes the student’s virtual ID badge with a photo, ID
number, and barcode that can be scanned for school meals. Download “Palm Beach County SIS Gateway” in Google Play
or in the Apple App Store.
TechSafe Program
The Department of Educational Technology provides all students with the TechSafe Program. TechSafe is an age-
appropriate instructional program regarding technology, internet safety, cyberbullying awareness, and digital citizenship.
The TechSafe Program is intended to provide an opportunity for students to ask questions through a guided class
discussion. All K-12 students who use District technology are required to receive this training in order to comply with
P-8.123 - "Technology Acceptable Use Policy for Students".
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