Technology

If your family is not currently receiving internet access, we encourage you to enroll directly in the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program using one of the following options.

1. Contact your preferred participating EBB provider directly to learn about their application process.
2. Go to www.affordableconnectivity.gov and apply online and to find participating providers near you.
3. Complete a mail-in application and send it along with proof of eligibility to:
   
   Emergency Broadband Support Center
   P.O. Box 7081
   London, KY 40742

For more information visit OSPI's Home Connectivity Resources.

Connecting a Personal Windows Laptop to RSD Wireless

What is BYOD?

BYOD stands for bring your own device. It refers to a policy that allows staff and students to bring and use their personal devices (such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, etc.) for work or educational purposes instead of using district-provided equipment.

How do I connect my personal Windows laptop to the Richland School District Wireless?

1. Open Wireless settings by selecting the globe icon next to the clock in the lower right corner. This will show the list of available Wireless networks.

2. Next, select RSD-BYOD from the list of networks and click Connect.

3. When asked “Continue Connecting?” click Connect again.

4. Enter your student RSD email address into the User name field. Next, enter your RSD email password into the Password field.

5. If asked “Continue Connecting?” click Connect again.

6. Your device should now show RSD-BYOD is “Connected, secured.”

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Connecting a Personal iOS Device to RSD Wireless

What is BYOD?

BYOD stands for bring your own device. It refers to a policy that allows staff and students to bring and use their personal devices (such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, etc.) for work or educational purposes instead of using district-provided equipment.

How do I connect my personal iOS device to the Richland School District Wireless?

1. Open your Wi-Fi settings and select RSD-BYOD from the list of available wireless networks.

2. Enter your student RSD email address into the User name field. Next, enter your RSD email password into the Password field.

3. When asked, select Trust in the certificate window.

4. Your device should now show RSD-BYOD is connect with a checkmark.

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Connecting a Personal Android Device to RSD Wireless

What is BYOD?

BYOD stands for bring your own device. It refers to a policy that allows staff and students to bring and use their personal devices (such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, etc.) for work or educational purposes instead of using district-provided equipment.

How do I connect my personal Android device to the Richland School District Wireless?

1. Open your Wi-Fi settings and select RSD-BYOD from the list of available wireless networks.

2. Enter your student RSD email address into the User name field. Next, enter your RSD email password into the Password field.

3. In the CA certificate field, select Don’t validate.

4. Next, click Connect.

5. Your device should now show RSD-BYOD is connected.

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