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Welcome to ABSchools!
Welcome to ABSchools!
This guide will walk a new employee through setting up your computer, email, and security credentials. Please follow these steps in order.
Step 1: Initial Account Activation
Step 1: Initial Account Activation
On-site/Off-site Password Management
On-site/Off-site Password Management
If you are currently on a school campus, you must first initialize your credentials using our local network tool.
Action: Go to the Onsite Password Tool.
What to do: Log in with the temporary credentials provided by HR or your front office staff and change your password.
Step 2: Secure Your Account with Multifactor Authentication
To protect your staff account and student data, Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is required for all email and Google Workspace logins.
Download the App: Install Google Authenticator from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store on your mobile device (see below for other authentication options).
Enable 2FA: On your computer, go to your Google Account Security Settings.
Link the App: Under "Signing in to Google," select 2-Step Verification > Authenticator App.
Scan the QR Code: Use the app on your phone to scan the code shown on your computer screen.
Other Authentication Methods
On your computer, go to your Google Account Security Settings
In the navigation panel, select Security
Under "Signing in to Google," select 2-Step Verification - Get started
Follow the onscreen prompts
What 2FA methods are available and which ones should I use?
What 2FA methods are available and which ones should I use?
Here are your 2FA options:
Both Prompts and Authenticator are recommended for both easy setup and usage. Prompts uses Google Apps already installed on your phone to send a push notification that you click on to approve.
Simply install Authenticator from the App/Google Play Store on your smartphone and easily configure and use.
Text messaging
Pin code sent to your cell phone number
Voice call sent to a different telephone number
Great option if you don't want to use your cell phone or have poor wifi/cell phone coverage
Solid backup plan for users who don't want to use their cell phone, have poor cell phone/wifi coverage, and/or may be traveling outside of cell phone coverage area
Will I have to do this every time I log in to my email?
No! Once you authenticate and complete the process you will have an option to "remember your device."
Frequently asked questions
Don't have a smartphone?
Having a smartphone makes for a MUCH easier and more secure experience with Google Authenticator or Google Prompts. But if you do not have a smartphone, you have options including having an automated call to a landline number or using one-time backup codes.
Do I need Google printed back up codes?
It's a good idea to have backup codes available if you have poor cell signal or limited WiFi access. You may also need to have codes available when you travel, especially internationally. Remember, you can always print out codes and keep them in your wallet or even take a picture of them with your cell phone!
What should I do if I lost my phone or don't have it on me?
Contact EDTech and we will be able to help you access your data, as needed, for the day. However, you should do your best to have your smartphone with you whenever you anticipate needing to access to ABSchools.
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