Schoology for BCPS Families: A Comprehensive Guide

Schoology is the Learning Management System (LMS) used by Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). It is a powerful tool that can be used to access course materials, communicate with teachers, and track student progress. BCPS families can use Schoology to stay informed about their child’s education and to support their learning.

What is Schoology?

Schoology is a web-based LMS that allows teachers to create engaging content, design lessons, and assess student understanding. Students can use Schoology to access course materials, submit assignments, and participate in discussions. Parents can use Schoology to stay informed about their child’s education and to support their learning.

How to Create a Parent Account

To create a parent account, you will need your child’s BCPS student ID number. You can find this number on your child’s report card or by contacting your child’s school.

To create a parent account, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Schoology website: bcps.schoology.com
2. Click on the “Sign Up” button
3. Select “Parent” as your role
4. Enter your child’s BCPS student ID number
5. Enter your email address and create a password
6. Click on the “Sign Up” button

How to Access Schoology

There are two ways to access Schoology:

• Through the BCPS One portal:
  1. Go to the BCPS One website: bcpsone.bcps.org
  2. Click on the “Schoology” tile You may need to log in to BCPS One before you can access the Schoology tile.
• Directly from the Schoology website:
  1. Go to the Schoology website: bcps.schoology.com
  2. Enter your email address and password
  3. Click on the “Log In” button

How to Navigate Schoology

The Schoology dashboard is divided into three main sections:

• My Courses: This section lists all of the courses that your child is enrolled in.
• Resources: This section provides access to a variety of resources, such as the Schoology Help Center, the BCPS Schoology YouTube channel, and the BCPS Schoology website.
• Notifications: This section lists all of the notifications that you have received from Schoology.

To access a course, click on the course name. The course page will display all of the course materials, assignments, and discussions.

To access resources, click on the “Resources” tab. To access notifications, click on the “Notifications” tab.

How to Use Schoology to Communicate with Teachers

You can use Schoology to communicate with your child’s teachers by sending them messages. To send a message to a teacher, follow these steps:

steps:

1. Click on the course name
2. Click on the “Discussions” tab
3. Click on the “Create a Discussion” button
4. Select the teacher that you want to send the message to
5. Enter your message
6. Click on the “Post” button

How to Track Student Progress

You can track your child’s progress by viewing their grades and assignments. To view your child’s grades, follow these steps:

1. Click on the course name
2. Click on the “Grades” tab

To view your child’s assignments, follow these steps:

1. Click on the course name
2. Click on the “Assignments” tab

Conclusion

Schoology is a powerful tool that can be used to support student learning. By using Schoology, BCPS families can stay informed about their child’s education and help them to succeed in school.

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between a parent account and a student account?

A: A parent account allows parents to access their child’s Schoology account and view their grades, assignments, and other information. A student account allows students to access their own Schoology account and submit assignments, complete quizzes, and participate in discussions.

Q: How do I create a parent account if I don’t have my child’s BCPS student ID number?

A: If you don’t have your child’s BCPS student ID number, you can contact your child’s school to request it. You can also ask your child’s teacher for their student ID number.

Q: I’m having trouble logging in to Schoology. What should I do?

A: If you’re having trouble logging in to Schoology, you can try the following:

• Make sure that you are using the correct email address and password.
• Try resetting your password.
• If you are still having trouble, you can contact the BCPS Help Desk at (443) 809-4357.

Q: How can I make sure that I am receiving notifications from Schoology?

A: To make sure that you are receiving notifications from Schoology, you can check your notification settings. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Click on the “Notifications” tab
2. Click on the “Settings” button
3. Make sure that you are subscribed to the notifications that you want to receive

Q: Can I use Schoology on my mobile device?

A: Yes, you can use Schoology on your mobile device. There is a Schoology app available for iOS and Android devices. You can also access Schoology from your mobile web browser.