As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the security of our district’s technology systems, we are implementing the second phase of our student cybersecurity initiative with a mandatory password change for all students in grades 3-12.
Currently, most students use a default password when their accounts are created. While this provides some protection against external threats, it poses a significant risk from internal users. Shared or easily guessed passwords can lead to unauthorized access, compromised accounts, and potential disruptions to learning. To better safeguard student data and ensure a more secure online learning environment, students can no longer use their default password.
This will be a one-time forced password reset, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Student Password Resets
Password resets will occur on the following schedule:
- February 5: 3rd, 6th, 9th grades
- February 6: 4th, 7th, 10th grades
- February 7: 5th, 8th, 11th, 12th grades
New Password Requirements
Students must create a password that meets the following complexity requirements:
✔ At least 8 characters long
✔ Includes at least one uppercase letter
✔ Includes at least one lowercase letter
✔ Includes at least one number
✔ Includes at least one special character (e.g., !@#$%^&*)
Please Share with Students
We ask that you inform students of this upcoming change and help them prepare by encouraging them to think of a new password in advance. Students have also been notified by email.
If a student forgets their password, any faculty or staff member can reset it—there is no need for students to go to the Media Specialist. Attached to this email are step-by-step instructions on resetting passwords and pictographs.
