Star Digital Backpack Resources

• NCS Student Device Handbook

Zoom Video Conferencing Guide by Device:

• Zoom directions for students- iPad
• Zoom directions for students- computer
• Zoom directions for students- chromebook
• Zoom directions for students- Spanish (all devices)

SeeSaw How To:

• SeeSaw Remote Learning Resources
• Tour Your Classroom SeeSaw App

Schoology How To:

• Parent access How To Video for Schoology
• Schoology How To playlist
• How To Receive Schoology Notifications 

iReady Online Instruction:

• iReady Diagnostic at Home Checklist 
• iReady at Home Assessing Support
• iReady Family video about what to expect with iReady Diagnostic

G Suite Apps for Students:

• Google Account
  • How to Switch Between Google Accounts
    • Instructions on how to log into multiple Google accounts and switch back and forth between accounts while using G Suite apps. 
  • Sync Google Account to Cell Phone
    • Comprehensive guide on how to setup and use Google Apps on iPhones and Androids
  • How to Sign Into Chrome Browser
    • Signing into Chrome is a great way to carry over bookmarks, save passwords, search history, and all other Google related settings across multiple devices and platforms.

Gmail:

• How to Set Gmail as Your Default
  • How to set Gmail as your default email client from your MacBook or browser

And More...

• How to Annotate PDFs on Chromebooks
  • You are able to annotate PDFs on your Chromebook or Chrome browser without purchasing any additional software like Adobe Acrobat. This article explains how to install and use a Chrome extension called Kami. 
• How to Set Up Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Contacts on your iPhone or iPad
  • Follow these instructions if you want to use the built-in iOS Mail and Calendar app on your iPad or iPhone. 
• NCS Student iPad Tech Guide
• Apps & Updates

iReady:

• iReady
  • Intuitive instruction program in reading and math that will mold to your child's academic abilities allowing them to gain the knowledge and skills to meet or exceed grade level expectations.
• Homework Help (Sacramento Library)

Special Education:

• Special Education Website
• Star Academy Education Specialist
  • Franchesca Donato [email protected]

• Star Academy Social Emotional Counselor
• • Caroline Hines [email protected]

• • • Website
    • Zones of regulation

Psychological Services

Crisis Information- Children and Adolescent Warning Signs

School Meal Information:

• General Lunch Services
• Lunch Menu
• Free and Reduced Meal Form

Community Resources:

• Joey's Food Locker

• Star SCAPE program

School Calendar:

• 2021-22 School year

Schedules:

Principal Communication

• Star Family Weekly Updates

Important Community Meetings:

• Star Academy Parent Information & Learning Meetings
• Natomas Charter School Board Meetings
• • Recorded meetings

Contact Us:

• Constituent and Customer Services
• Front Office Information