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Getting Set up for the Day!
To make sure everything is working well, log into the following resources to support your learning!
Resources
Link
Brief Description
NCEdCloud
my.ncedcloud.org By logging into NCEdCloud, you can access Canvas, PowerSchool, and Clever.
Username: Student ID (lunch) number
Once logged in, click on the Canvas and Clever Icons.
Microsoft Office Resources
office.com On the left-hand side, you'll find all of your Microsoft apps like Outlook (your email), OneDrive (Microsoft file storage), Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and more!
Username: StudentID@stu.gcsnc.com
Google Apps Resources
drive.google.com/a/mygcsnc.com This will take you to your Google Drive (google file storage). Click on the waffle in the top right to access other apps.
Username: StudentID@stu.gcsnc.com
Because you're using a special GCS Google Drive link, it will take your StudentID@stu.gcsnc.com username.
Microsoft Teams
teams.microsoft.com This is where you will most likely meet with your teacher and students who are working from home - even if at school. Your teacher will let you know if you need to open this at school.
Username: StudentID@stu.gcsnc.com
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Some Helpful Tips!
If you don't have internet access at home, please reach out to your principal, teacher, or School Library Media Coordinator; we can help!
Use headphones or earbuds with a microphone if you can. It will give you the best audio experience and allows others to hear you well!
If you have received a new Chromebook, check out helpful videos by clicking here.
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Additional GCS Resources you might use!
Resources
Link
Brief Description
Destiny Discover Library Catalog
gcsnc.follettdestiny.com After clicking on the link, find and click on your school in the list. Search the catalog for physical books, ebooks, audiobooks, and more! Username: Student ID (lunch) number
North Carolina Digital Library
ncdigital.overdrive.com The Greensboro Public Library and the High Point Public Library have partnered with GCS to provide students access to resources and services in the North Carolina Digital Library. Read more about GOALS here.
Username: GCS+Student ID (lunch) number
(example: GCS123456789)
NCWiseOwl online resources
ncwiseowl.org NCWiseOwl provides access to quality, ad-free resources purchased by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction for students of all ages.
Username: none needed
Password: ask your School Library Media Coordinator
NCLive Research Materials
nclive.org The Greensboro Public Library and the High Point Public Library have partnered with GCS to provide students access to resources and services in the North Carolina Digital Library. Read more about GOALS here.
Username: GCS+Student ID (lunch) number
(example: GCS123456789)
eBooks on EBSCOhost through NCWiseOwl
After clicking on the link, you'll be taken to a Redirect Notice page. Click on the link up top. Ask your School Library Media Coordinator for the password if you are accessing it at home. 
Discovery Education
gcsnc.discoveryeducation.com A fun place to access videos, articles, and virtual field trips on science, social studies, math, and more!
Username: Student ID (lunch) number
STEM Scopes
Link provided by your teacher K-12th grade Science, Biology, and Chemistry resources
Username: StudentID@stu.gcsnc.com
NearPod
nearpod.com When using this link, you'll need to have the lesson code that your teacher shared. Your teacher might also have your Nearpod lesson in Canvas - check there! 
Flipgrid
flipgrid.com When using this link, you'll need to have the flipgrid code that your teacher shared. Your teacher might also have your flipgrid video discussion board in Canvas - check there! 
Discovery Education Science Techbook
Link provided by your teacher 5th, 7th, 8th, Earth & Environmental Science
Username: StudentID@stu.gcsnc.com
Discovery Education Social Studies Techbook
Link provided by your teacher 6th, 7th, 8th, Social Studies
Username: StudentID@stu.gcsnc.com
NWEA Map Testing
NWEA Secure Browser To learn more about NWEA Map testing, check out GCS' Assessment Coordination page here.
