APPS & WEBSITES FOR COURSEWORK

At CDS, we strive for student success during this Online Home Learning period. Review the list of Apps/Websites that we use for our coursework below and how to access the sites/app.

Google

Student Google Credentials: All CDS students now have Google log in credentials that can be used to sign into many platforms including Zoom. If a student has trouble signing in

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Khan Academy

For Middle School Students only. Installation On CDS iPads, if not already installed or need to reinstall:• Go to the SELF SERVICE app • Click INSTALL/REINSTALL for the GarageBand appYou

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Zoom

Zoom is used for synchronous learning at CDS. CDS students sign in using their Google username and password. Zoom etiquette is set per Division and additionally per teacher in terms

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TypingClub

TypingClub is an educational platform for keyboarding that is app and web-based. If using the “EdClub” app: open the app enter the school code “cds-sf” tap “Sign in with Google“ enter

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Lexia

Lexia Core5 Reading is used by CDS Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade students. Starting Out In Lexia: Open the Lexia Core5 app or go to lexiacore5.com//register when first logging in

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Flocabulary

Flocabulary offers music-inspired videos, quizzes, vocab cards and games, reading and response prompts, and a “lyrics lab” related to language arts, life skills, math, social science, science and vocabulary. Free

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Flipgrid

Flipgrid is a creative platform that invites students to create and share videos on topics or challenges created by educators. Each grid includes separate “topics” where students post, view and

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DreamBox

DreamBox is a K-8 online math program that supplements core instruction in the classroom or at home and is proven to increase math growth. It works on tablets and computers, at no cost to

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Canva

Canva is a fast, easy way to create posters, postcards, infographics, or anything visual you can imagine! You can start with a template or start from scratch, and Canva is

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Sphero Mini

The Sphero Mini is in limited use in a few CDS lower school classrooms. This great 4-minute tutorial shows set-up, charging and ways to use it! A few key things

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SoundTrap for Education

For use by Middle School Students INSTALLATION: On CDS iPads, if not already installed:• Go to the SELF SERVICE app • Click INSTALL/REINSTALL for the SOUNDTRAP app You may need

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Wet Dry Try

The Wet Dry Try app allows students to practice letters and number writing. It is available via a school-license, or free or paid (at-home) versions. CDS students can be assigned

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