Technology Resources
Parents & Students
Below you will find a list of guides and resources to support your digital learning experience. To view the contents of this page, select the desired heading to expand.
Student 1:1 Program
- General Information
- Student Devices (Grades 3-12)
- iPad Support (Grades PreK – 2)
- Systems Information
General Information
Take a moment and check out the links below for general information. Please contact your school for any specific questions regarding the 1:1 program.
Device Handbook and Acknowledgement Form
- 1:1 VCS Device Handbook
- 1:1 VCS Device Handbook (Spanish)
- 1:1 Acknowledgement Form
- 1:1 Acknowledgement Form (Spanish) (Distrito Escolar del Condado Volusia 1:1 Información y Acuse de Recibo)
Device Insurance Information
In light of Hurricane Ian, Volusia County Schools has graciously extended the deadline for middle school and high school families to sign up for the optional technology device insurance until Friday, October 14, 2022. The cost is $30 per device. However, it’s free for families who qualify for income-based services such as Free and Reduced Lunch, but signing up with MySchoolBucks is still necessary, the price will just be $0. This insurance reduces the cost of mild to severe damage and replacement cost of a lost or stolen device. The insurance does not cover a lost laptop sleeve (middle school only) or lost charger. For specific coverage information, please click here: Device Deductibles. Please visit MySchoolBucks.com to easily sign up and securely pay online. For more information, please visit The Parent and Student Technical Guide found on the VCS website.
Register for the 1 to 1 Device Insurance Program
TIP: If your device is being brought home, please ensure it is charged overnight in a common area. The common area will allow you to monitor activity and ensure the device is not a distraction for your child.
Student Devices (Grades 3-12)
Student Device Information
First thing you will need to do is identify the make and model of your device, then find the guide below for support.
- Dell Latitude 11-3190 2-in-1 Laptop Setup Guide
- Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11E Guide
- Microsoft Battery Saving Tips (not all features available on VCS devices)
iPad Support (Grades PreK – 2)
iPad Support
iPad Device Help
Helpful Videos
Device Help Sheets
iPad App Help
Helpful Videos
eBook App Help Videos
Click on the eBook below to access the app help video. Please note these videos
DO NOT have any audio.
Device App Help Sheets
Systems Information
Windows 10 Information
Below are Microsoft links to help with Windows 10.
- What's new with Windows 10? (November 2020)
- Windows help & learning
- Troubleshoot & repair
- Accessibility support for Windows
Google Chrome Information
Google Chrome Download
- Google Chrome Download Video
- How to Download & Install Google Chrome (English)
- How to Download & Install Google Chrome (Spanish)
Google Chrome Search
- Google Chrome Search Video
- How to Search the Web on Google Chrome (English)
- How to Search the Web on Google Chrome (Spanish)
Chrome Accessibility Features
- Chrome Accessibility Features Video
- How to Change Chrome Languages & Translate Webpages (English)
- How to Change Chrome Languages & Translate Webpages (Spanish)
- How to use Chrome with Accessibility Extensions (English)
- How to use Chrome with Accessibility Extensions (Spanish)
Do you have a specific website you frequent often? Consider bookmarking them in your Google Chrome browser for a faster way to access them!
- How to create, view & edit bookmarks in Google Chrome (Links to an external site.)
- Google Chrome Spanish Resources
Clear Cache and Cookies
- Clear Cache and Cookies Video
- How to Clear Cache and Cookies on Google Chrome (English)
- How to Clear Cache and Cookies on Google Chrome (Spanish)
- How to Fix Connection Errors in Google Chrome (English)
- How to Fix Connection Errors in Google Chrome (Spanish)
Digital Resource Support
VPortal
What is VPortal?
Your Cloud, One Login.
VPortal is your personal cloud desktop giving you access to all your apps, files, and classes from anywhere. You have accessibility to all your digital textbooks, resources, and learning management systems. VPortal is accessible from all device types.
VPortal Student Orientation Playlist
Canvas
What is Canvas?
It is a one-stop-shop online LMS (learning management system) that brings all your K-12 classroom tools together. It's easy to learn and accessible online or on a mobile device for both teachers and students.
Access Canvas on a Laptop using a Chrome browser through VPortal.
Canvas Student App
Canvas Overview
Canvas Dashboard Overview
Conversations Overview
Post in a Discussion Board
Immersive Reader in Canvas
Below is a link to ALL of the Student Canvas Guides.
Canvas Calendar Overview
Assignment Submission
Quizzes Overview
Rich Content Editor Overview
Office 365
i-Ready Support
What is i-Ready?
i-Ready is an online program for reading and/or mathematics that will help your student’s teacher(s) determine your student’s needs, personalize their learning, and monitor progress throughout the school year. i-Ready allows your teacher(s) to meet your student exactly where they are and provides data to increase your student’s learning gains.
SchoolCity
Quarantine Digital Learning Guides
Digital Citizenship
- Elementary (Grades PreK – 2)
- Elementary (Grades 3 – 5)
- Middle School (Grades 6 – 8)
- High School (Grades 9 – 12)
Elementary (Grades PreK – 2)
Elementary (Grades 3 – 5)
Middle School (Grades 6 – 8)
High School (Grades 9 – 12)
If you are experiencing technical issues, please call the VCS Support Hotline at (386) 626-0095. Available Monday - Friday, from 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
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