- Bismarck Public Schools
- Overview
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BPS is committed to ensuring every student thrives in 2020-2021. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be adapting our specific plans and options to align with state guidance and community input. Our plans will remain fluid during these unprecedented times.
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BPS would like to make sure that you are prepared for the inevitability of fluctuating circumstances. To do this we, as a community, must maintain open and timely communication and ensure we are connected. Please take time now to review and act on these first steps toward preparing for the 2020-2021 school year.
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Scroll down to view updates related to Blended Learning @ BPS.
Blended Learning Connectivity
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Technology Support
Bismarck Public Schools will be certain that you have the support you need for the multiple learning environments that will occur this school year. If you are experiencing any difficulties with your Chromebooks or BPS related apps, please call or email our tech support according to our feeder.
BHS Feeder
bhs_tech@bismarckschools.org
701-323-4825 (Leave Message)
CHS Feeder
chs_tech@bismarckschools.org
701-323-4925 (Leave Message)
LHS Feeder
lhs_tech@bismarckschools.org
701-323-4875 (Leave Message)
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Internet Access
Internet Access: Plans for face-to-face, hybrid and distance learning will be dependent on connectivity to the internet. For maximum flexibility, home internet access will be important. If you do not have reliable internet service (one capable of supporting your child(ren) in video connectivity to their teachers) the following providers are working with BPS families on a variety of cost-effective plans.
- BEK Communications
- https://bek.coop
- Phone: 888-475-2361
- Email: bekcomm@bektel.com
- Midco
- https://www.midco.com
- Phone: 800-888-1300
- Please see this link (https://bit.ly/midcointernet) for more information about the Midco Lifeline programming and internet basics packages from Midco.
- As an additional measure BPS has enabled drive-up (Park and Learn) Internet access near all school district buildings. Our network names are “BPS-Student” on a Chromebook or “BPS-Guest”.
- If you are having difficulty securing home internet, contact the BPS Technical Support for assistance.
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Cyber Security Awareness
Cyber Security Awareness: It is essential to consider cybersecurity and data privacy to minimize risks to students and educators. We must be aware of misinformation through unsafe links and tricks asking for login credentials, credit card information, and other personal details. Educators and technology staff will never ask for your login credentials via e-mail or threaten to turn off access to school accounts. No purchasing information such as your credit card number will ever be needed. If you are suspicious of the validity of any message you receive please call your school to verify.
