Locate your Employee ID Number

Log into webdesk.pisd.edu

Open the Skyward app.

(See image below for steps 1-4)

1. Be sure the dropdown at the top says Plano ISD.

2. Select Employee Access.

3. Click "Employee".

4. Select "Employee Profile". The next screen you see will display your Employee ID number. 

 

Username and Password

Every time you login you agree to the Acceptable Use Guidelines.
Username: firstname.lastname (example: john.doe)
Password: First time login? Contact your CTA or the Help Desk for your password

Password Guidelines

• At least 8 (and up to 10) characters
• At least one upper-case letter. (A-Z)
• At least one lower-case letter. (a-z)
• At least one number. (0-9)
• At least one symbol/special character (!, $, #, etc.)
• NO SPACES
• Passwords are case-sensitive.

Note: You can change your password at any time if you believe your security has been compromised.

• Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete on your keyboard.
• Click the Change a Password option.
• In the pop-up window, type your Old Password.
• Type a New Password, and retype it to confirm. Click OK.

Network Drives

When you click the two links below, you may need to wait a couple of seconds for the website to fully populate. Look for the small symbols that are laid over the main image and hover your mouse over those symbols for more information.

Can I see what my Network Drives will look like?

What are the Shared Drive folders?

Securing your Computer

Your computer must be secured when you leave it unattended.

To lock your computer, click on:

1. Windows button
2. Your Profile
3. Lock

Or press the Windows key on your keyboard and the letter "L". 

Internet Filtering System

The district uses an Internet filtering system to shield students and staff from a vast majority of websites that are inappropriate for an educational environment. We also use a tiered filtering system. Tiered filtering means that staff may be able to access websites that students cannot access.

Request Website Block/Unblock

To request a website to be blocked or unblocked, open the app titled "PISD Website Filter Request" from your Webdesk. Please note this icon is not available for students as they should not be making Web Filter requests. Keep in mind that this is a request, which will be reviewed and then approved or denied

Internet Access for Students

Grades K-12
Students have access to the Internet from the first day of the school year. The teacher must go over the Acceptable Use Guidelines with every student during the first week of the school year. This process must be done every year.  

Network Message Alerts

From time to time, the district will send critical information through a web browser window. This will open automatically after you login to the network. Please read or print (and read later). These messages contain vital information. 

Microsoft Outlook

* Must be completed on-campus AND you are required to have logged into your computer two times prior to setting up Outlook*

Installing Microsoft Outlook (at school)

Outlook Setup Instructions

A Windows security pop-up will be displayed during the installation prompting you for your password.

• Remove the (ad.) from the email address or retype your email address.
• Enter your current network password, even if it appears to be already filled in.
• Select "Remember my credentials" then click the OK button.
• TIP! he username field needs to be complete and accurately filled in using the following context: firstname.lastname@pisd.edu

Access from the Internet (at school or at home)

1. Log into webdesk.pisd.edu and click the Microsoft 365 Copilot app OR go directly to outlook.com/pisd.edu and sign in.
2. Enter your email address as the Microsoft 365 Copilot ID. (john.doe@pisd.edu)
3. Enter your PISD network password and click Sign In.

Outlook on Mobile Device

To setup PISD email on your mobile device: Outlook page

Microsoft Teams

Please install MS Teams on your work computer and your mobile device: Microsoft Teams page

Voice Mail

District personnel will be assigned a voice mailbox. It is the mailbox owner's responsibility to monitor this mailbox keeping messages current. If you do not have a voice mailbox, contact your office manager.

Password

• The password for your new voice mail will be your extension number. 

Accessing the VOIP Voice Mail System

• Dial from a district phone: 22189
• Dial from an outside phone: 469-752-2189

Express Messaging

• Dial from a district phone: 22190
• From outside phone: 469 752-2190

Follow the Voice Mail Set-up Instructions.

Texas Open Records Law

Anything sent through e-mail is considered a public document and can be obtained by the public and mass news media under the Texas Open Records Law. Therefore, it is important to remain professional and follow proper codes of conduct when writing email messages.

Software

• All district software undergoes a testing procedure to ensure that it functions on our network (and that it does not interfere with other programs on the network).
• In accordance with Board Policy (see p. 3), teachers may not bring their own software for use on district computers.
• You may not download programs from the Internet or otherwise install non-approved programs (.exe files) on any district computer.
• Web-based technologies that do not require a software download are readily available, and you are welcome to use those websites. If an instructional website is blocked by our network, you can submit a Web Filter Request to request that it be unblocked.
• To request software for instructional purposes, contact your curriculum coordinator first. 

Accessing District Software

You will install software from the App Depot, and launch software from the PISD Apps folder. Don't see what you need? Contact the Help Desk at tsos@pisd.edu. 

How to Install Software

1. Double-click the App Depot icon on your desktop.
2. The Software Center window will appear.
3. Under Applications, select the software title you want to install.
4. Click Install to begin the installation.

Running Applications

From your desktop, double-click PISD Apps. 
Select the appropriate folder and run your application by double-clicking the desired program.

Empowered Use

• Be careful and gentle: Take care of our devices and networks.
• Be empowered: Amaze us with the awesome things you do. Share with us on Instagram, Facebook, X (@pisdtech) and your community!
• Be respectful: Foster a school community that is positive, principled, and caring.
• Be smart and safe: Think before you click. If you are uncertain, talk with your admin staff.

First Days of Chromebook

Set students up for success by establishing expectations and considering physical workflow. View your grade level for the first days learning material on the Chromebook Academy. 

Acceptable Use Guidelines (AUG)

• Applies to all network users.
• Applies to all technology resources.

Review the Board Policies: 

• CQ (Local) - Technology Resources
• CQ (Regulation) - Technology Resources

Remember that every time you log in to a district computer, you agree to the terms of this policy. 

Examples of Improper Use of a Computer or the Network

All of the following are PROHIBITED on our network:

• Racist, profane or obscene language
• Using the network for financial gain
• Harming or attempting to harm the equipment or data
• Accessing inappropriate material
• Knowingly placing a computer virus on a computer or the network
• Using a computer or the network for illegal purposes

Specifics Regarding Email

Email is considered a public document under the Texas Open Records Law and can be accessed by the public or news media in the case of any type of legal action.

• Use appropriate language. (No swearing, vulgarity, ethnic or racial slurs)
• No sending of obscene messages or pictures.
• Do NOT send chain letters, etc. Notify friends that you cannot receive them on your PISD email account. Ask them to send these to your home email address.
• Requests for personal information on students or staff members should not be honored via email. (see CQ(EXHIBIT E)). No grade or related information should be exchanged without the signed parent/guardian form on file. In addition, security information such as username or password should not be sent via email.

Plano ISD Website Accessibility Statement

The Plano Independent School District is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities have the same access to its electronic and information technologies that are available to people without disabilities, including content made available through the use of our websites.   Plano ISD  is committed to compliance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 and Title II.  Web sites used by Plano ISD should provide substantially similar functionality, experience, and information access to individuals with disabilities as it provides to others. Examples of information technologies covered by this policy include websites, electronic documents, and videos.  To accomplish this, Plano ISD will strive to meet or exceed the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C’s) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA.

The policy aligns with:

Accessibility Instructions and Training

Learn more about accessibility and how to ensure that content you provide to students and our community is accessible by visiting the Accessibility Webpage (under construction).

• the Plano ISD mission to provide an excellent education for each student. 
• the PISD Strategic Goals to:
  • Close opportunity and achievement gaps through pervasive learner focused support
  • Build support and value an innovative, learning and mission-driven organizational culture
• the PISD obligations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
• the Americans with Disability Act of 1990 together with its 2008 Amendments.
• Plano ISD Policy FB(LOCAL) – Equal Education Opportunity.
• Plano ISD Policy CQ(EXHIBIT) - Technology Resources.
• Resources that can help individuals and PISD campuses and departments understand and meet their obligations under this policy include:
  • IT Accessibility Guidelines (coming soon)
  • IT Accessibility Checklist (coming soon)

Please note that all links are currently being updated in alignment with our district website refresh.

Plano ISD Website 

Where to Go for Technology Help

1. Your first line of support is your Campus Technology Assistant (CTA).
2. Help Desk - ext. 28767 (28 SOS) or tsos@pisd.edu.
3. Digital Learning Team - digitallearningteam@pisd.edu  - for support with the instructional use of a technology resource.