iPad Setup

Great! We've confirmed your myWA account is activated.

Follow the steps below, in order, for a quick & smooth iPad setup. 

Step 1. Language, Country, & Region

a. Select "English"
b. Select "United States"

 Even if English is not your primary language, you should choose English to help you become immersed in the language.

 

Step 2. Appearance

a. Choose one of the options (we recommend "default"); then
b. Select "Continue"

 You can easily change this setting later, in settings.

 

Step 3. Quick Start

a. If you are prompted by the "Quick Start" screen, Select "Set Up Without Another Device" on the bottom of the screen.

 It is important that you do not use another device to set up your WA iPad, or the setup may not complete as expected. It should be configured exactly following these steps to ensure proper use. 

 

Step 4. Wi-Fi

a. Find and select your home Wi-Fi network; then
b. Enter your Wi-Fi password; then
c. Tap Join in the top right.

 When you come to campus for the first time, you can connect your iPad to WA-Secure using your myWA username and Password.

Step 5. Log in

After connecting to Wi-Fi, your iPad will activate. After completing this, you will be presented with the Remote Management screen.

a. From the Remote Management overview screen, select Enroll This iPad; then
b. Click Agree then Log in with your myWA SSO (Single Sign-On) credentials.

 Your myWA SSO (Single Sign-On) credentials are used to log into every system at The Woodstock Academy. Generally speaking, your username is first initial + last name + grad year + "@woodstockacademy.org" (ex. esample2029@woodstockacademy.org) refer to your tech welcome letter for more info. 

Step 6. Passcode

After logging in with your myWA SSO credentials, your iPad will install the configuration profiles required for use. After this is completed, you will be presented with the Create a Passcode screen.

a. On the Create a Passcode page, type a 4-digit (or longer) passcode* to be used every time you unlock your iPad; then
b. Tap Next in the top right; then
c. Confirm the passcode then tap Next again.

 Passcodes cannot have repeating, ascending, or descending numbers. Make sure to set a passcode others won't be able to easily guess. Everything that happens on/to your Academy-issued iPad is your responsibility. *By default, 6 digits is required, but you can change to 4 characters by clicking "Passcode Options."

Step 7. Automatic Updates & Location Services

a. On the "Location Services" screen, tap Turn On Location Services
on the bottom

 Disabling Location Services will prevent the clock from updating correctly on your device. The Academy can monitor your iPad's location whether location settings are enabled or disabled. Any time The Woodstock Academy accesses your device's location, a full-screen notification will appear which can only be dismissed by your passcode.

 

Step 8. Wait...

a. Your iPad will continue to self-configure; downloading apps and configuration profiles for the next five to ten minutes. Do not open any apps or change screens until a prompt to "dismiss" Home Screen Layout appears.

 After a few minutes, your home screen should look something like this. If you do not see Microsoft Authenticator, OneDrive, Outlook, PowerSchool, or Canvas, open the Mosyle School app (allow location permissions) and click "re-install" on those apps. It can take several minutes, so be patient. 

 

Step 9. Outlook

a. From the home screen, open the Outlook app; then Tap Add Account on the welcome screen; then
b. Type in your WA email and tap Add Account. You'll then enter your myWA password.
c. Choose "Maybe Later" for adding another account.
d.  Choose Enable notifications and Allow notifications.

 Outlook is The Woodstock Academy's email client. Your email should be checked regularly for important messages from The Academy's teachers & staff.

Step 10. OneDrive

a. From the home screen, open the OneDrive app; then wait
b. App should auto-log in after a few seconds. Once logged in, return to the home screen. If it does not automatically sign in, you'll have to enter your WA email and password. 

 OneDrive is your Academy provided cloud-storage. Each user receives 1TB of cloud storage for Academy files.

 

Step 11. Canvas

a. From the home screen, open the Canvas app; then
b. Tap Find my school on the welcome screen; then
c. In the "Find your school or district" search bar, type "wa" (no need to search for "The Woodstock Academy") and hit go; then
d. Tap "Student/Employee" and sign in; then
e. Tap "Allow" on the notifications prompt; then

 Canvas is The Academy's LMS (Learning Management System). Canvas is used for homework, classwork, & exams, as well as a general gathering place for important class documents like course syllabus.

Step 12. PowerSchool (Students Only)

a. From the home screen, open the PowerSchool app; then
b. Tap "Allow" on the notifications prompt; then
c. In the DISTRICT CODE boxes, type FJLS and tap CONTINUE; then
d. Select "I'm a Student" and follow the prompts to continue signing in; then
e. Return to the home screen

 The PowerSchool app is your one-stop app for current grades, course schedule, and a quick-glance view at student account fee balances.

Step 13. Securly Pass

 

a. From the home screen, open the Securly Pass app; then
b. Tap on the Microsoft icon to login. 

 Securly Pass is our hall monitoring system. In order to leave class, students must request a pass through this app.

 

Step 14. Check for Updates (Employees & Students)

a. From the home screen, open the Settings app; then
b. From the left menu panel, tap "General"; then
c. From the right menu panel, tap "Software Update"; then
d. Download and Install any available updates.

 WA routinely updates the minimum supported version of iPadOS. If your iPad is detected as running an outdated/non-supported version, apps will be hidden. It is recommended to check for updates at least once a month, although keeping automatic updates "On" (as set in step 5) should keep your iPad compliant.

That's it — iPad setup is now complete! Make sure to fully charge your Academy-issued iPad bring it to campus daily.
If your iPad is ever damaged, lost, or stolen; reach out to The Woodstock Academy's IT Office for assistance.