Frequently Asked Questions for Students
When can I come to the MEDIA center?
The Media Center is open 7:45 am to 4:00 pm.
During the school day you always have to sign-in using the QR code and have a pass from your teacher.
During lunch you need a pass from an admin and sign-in using the QR Code.
During the school day you always have to sign-in using the QR code and have a pass from your teacher.
During lunch you need a pass from an admin and sign-in using the QR Code.
what if i have an online class but need to be at school one day?
You are always welcome to come to the media center to work or wait for your next class. Just be respectful if there are other students working or a class visiting the student center. And YES, you do still need to sign-in using the QR code.
can I reserve a study room?
Study Rooms are reserved for students needing a quiet space to work. Please ask at the circulation desk to use the rooms. No eating or drinking other than water are allowed in the rooms. If you are too loud in the rooms or are eating, you will not be allowed to use the rooms in the future.
how do i connect to the student wi-fi?
Connect to FCSWIFI and login using your student ID:
username: studentid
password: your unique password if you set one (otherwise your birthdate in the format mmddyyyy)
username: studentid
password: your unique password if you set one (otherwise your birthdate in the format mmddyyyy)
what do i do if i'm having problems with my School-issued device?
Bring your device to the media center circulation desk to get help with your school-issued device. During class, you will need to have a pass from your teacher.
If there is an issue that the help desk cannot fix, you may have to leave your device and use a loaner until it is fixed. Be sure to save all your documents on Google Drive or OneDrive so you can access them from anywhere.
If it is not during school hours, you can visit the Cambridge Technology page for device tips.
If there is an issue that the help desk cannot fix, you may have to leave your device and use a loaner until it is fixed. Be sure to save all your documents on Google Drive or OneDrive so you can access them from anywhere.
If it is not during school hours, you can visit the Cambridge Technology page for device tips.
How do i access the online databases?
Go to ClassLink (https://launchpad.classlink.com/fcs)
Login using your FCS credentials (Student ID and birthdate/password).
Open the e-Library Folder
Open the Mackinvia App
There's a list of Databases that you can choose from depending on what kind of research you are doing.
GALE Power Search or Explora Secondary are good databases for general research. For AP classes or advanced research use Galileo advanced.
If you access GALILEO outside of Fulton County Schools, you will need a password provided in the Media Center.
Login using your FCS credentials (Student ID and birthdate/password).
Open the e-Library Folder
Open the Mackinvia App
There's a list of Databases that you can choose from depending on what kind of research you are doing.
GALE Power Search or Explora Secondary are good databases for general research. For AP classes or advanced research use Galileo advanced.
If you access GALILEO outside of Fulton County Schools, you will need a password provided in the Media Center.
Frequently Asked Questions for Teachers
How do i schedule space in the media center?
We would love to talk to you about options for using the media center! You can email us or come visit and we can figure out the time and space that works best for you and your classes.
Some advantages of using the media center:
Some advantages of using the media center:
- Lots of room to spread out - great for stations or small group work
- Research talks - Mrs. Morgan will help your students navigate the electronic databases, online catalog, or whatever research help your students need.
- Whiteboards, interactive projectors, Swivl, Go Pro - we have some cool tools you can use to engage your students.
how do i request media resources?
Just ask. As long as we have the budget, we are happy to purchases books and media for you to use in your classrooms. We'd rather purchase something we know you want then something that we think sounds cool.
What equipment do you have that I can use?
We have a wide variety of equipment that be used for teaching as well as creativity tools that can used by students.
Check out our Equipment page under the Teacher menu to learn more.
Check out our Equipment page under the Teacher menu to learn more.
how do i get technical assistance?
Email Mrs. Morgan with details about what kind of help you need and when is the best time for you to meet. If it's something you can bring to the media center, you can always stop by to see if we're available.
You can also post questions in the Cambridge Microsoft Team and member of the Bear Tech Vanchise Team will answer.
You can also post questions in the Cambridge Microsoft Team and member of the Bear Tech Vanchise Team will answer.
How do i access online databases?
Go to ClassLink (https://launchpad.classlink.com/fcs)
Login using your FCS credentials (Student ID and birthdate/password).
Open the e-Library Folder
Open the Mackinvia App
There's a list of Databases that you can choose from depending on what kind of research you are doing.
GALE Power Search or Explora Secondary are good databases for general research. For AP classes or advanced research use Galileo advanced.
If you access GALILEO outside of Fulton County Schools, you will need a password provided in the Media Center.
Login using your FCS credentials (Student ID and birthdate/password).
Open the e-Library Folder
Open the Mackinvia App
There's a list of Databases that you can choose from depending on what kind of research you are doing.
GALE Power Search or Explora Secondary are good databases for general research. For AP classes or advanced research use Galileo advanced.
If you access GALILEO outside of Fulton County Schools, you will need a password provided in the Media Center.
Frequently Asked Questions for Parents
can i volunteer to help in the media center?
Stayed tuned for volunteer opportunities for the 2021-2022 school year.
Can i connect to the school wi-fi?
If you are volunteering at the school, you can use the Fulton Schools network. See Mrs. Morgan in the Media Center and she can help you get connected.
How can my student get a school-issued device?
Have your student come to the Media Center to pick-up their school-issued device from Mrs. Morgan. The device will have to be set up in the school network which takes approximately 15 minutes.
Do you accept credit card payments?
Yes, through the Online School Payment system which can be found on the Cambridge HS homepage.
where can my student find e-books or digital audio books?
Students have access to e-books and digital audio books through Classlink - e-Library Folder - Sora or by using the Sora app.
