Technology

Technology plays an integral part in all aspects of life at Fordham Prep. A school-wide, high-speed network connects our students and faculty to the Internet. Using their own network accounts, students have access to the World Wide Web, e-mail, educational software, periodical databases and more. We have a fully state of the art computer lab dedicated to enhancing our students' education, skills and experiences.

We take pride in our students' security and safety. You can find a printable copy of the Acceptable Use Policy HERE

Students and teachers employ laptops, notebooks, telephones and tablet PCs for continuous use in the classroom, around school and at home. Allowing the FP community to learn, research and create on a 24-7 basis and to become fluent in the technological tools of the 21st century.

Using the community’s wireless access to the Internet, word processing and multimedia tools on a 1 to 1 basis, encourage new styles of teaching and learning, support improved research and assignments, and promote more differentiated, collaborative and project-based learning.

Compatible Devices

Several devices have been evaluated, and are officially recommended by Fordham Prep for our 1 to 1 computing program. This list will be updated as new machines come to market. You are not limited to choosing from these machines alone. However, we do have specific criteria that need to be followed if you decide to purchase a device that is not listed in the attachment.

Required Criteria

• • Windows 10
  • Intel Core i3 processor (Core i5 recommended)
  • 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended)
  • 128 GB Hard drive (256 GB strongly recommended)
  • Touch input
  • Digitizer pen/active stylus (not merely a capacitive stylus) 
  • 8 hour battery MINIMUM (10 hour + recommended)

Some of the devices do not come with a keyboard, and while a keyboard is not a required accessory, it is recommended. While working at home students also have the option of connecting a USB or bluetooth keyboard for long typing sessions.

Please note, Microsoft Office is available at no additional cost through Fordham Prep.  Incoming Freshmen will be instructed on how to take advantage of this offer during Summer orientation sessions.

Fordham Prep helps provide a device to students in financial need.

You can see an updated list of compatible devices HERE

Important Links

Schoology Powerschool Naviance Maia Learning FP Mail 

Printing

Students can print by uploading a file and selecting the appropriate printer via the following website (only works from within the building):

https://print.fordhamprep.org

Microsoft Office 365

https://login.microsoftonline.com/

Username is your Fordham Prep username @fordhamprep.onmicrosoft.com with your regular Moodle password.

Password Management
To reset your password or enroll in online password self service, visit the following link:

http://selfservice.fordhamprep.org:8888/

Kindle App Issues
For students trying to download A History of Western Society, 11th Edition for Global 2 Honors and AP Euro: The regular Kindle reading app does not work. You need to download the Kindle for PC version. Please visit www.amazon.com/kindleforpc and follow the steps. Be mindful that this must be completed at home, as the school network blocks Amazon and other shopping websites.
Once downloaded, Kindle for PC should recognize your Amazon purchase and download the text. Please see Mr. C. Lauber if the problem persists.