Technology is a vital part of our everyday lives and this extends to learning in a contemporary classroom. As a HKIS student, you have access to our integrated communication and collaboration platforms. Your student login is based on your Student Number and a Password known only to you. With this account, you can access the following systems:
- HKISSECURE - Wireless Network
- Self Service - Device configuration and Software distribution system.
- DragonNet - School's Intranet
- Google Apps for Education - Single Sign-on (SSO) for Email, Calendar, File Store and other tools.
- Schoology - Learning Management System (LMS)
- Power School - School Information System (SIS)
- and, Printers
These services are used regularly as our primary means of communication and collaboration. Students are encouraged to enable 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) and to keep their password secure.
Please note that all network usage is reported and some websites are filtered for the safety of our students. If there are any restrictions which are limiting your learning changes can be requested through our online Helpdesk or via email (help@hkis.edu.hk).
Bring Your Own Mac (BYOM)
HKIS has initiated a Bring Your Own MacBook (BYOM) Program. All Grades 6 to 12 students are required to bring a MacBook to school every day. Students will also require access to a personal Apple ID to keep software up to date. The MacBook must meet the following HKIS minimum laptop specifications:
- Apple M1 chip or faster
- MacOS 13 (Ventura) or later
- 8 GB RAM memory
- 256 GB solid-state drive (SSD)
- In addition to the MacBook, you will also need a USB-C to USB adapter from Apple
- Students will also require access to a personal Apple ID to keep software up-to-date
In addition to the MacBook, you also need a USB-C to USB adapter from Apple. Parents can purchase a MacBook through the school’s Apple educational reseller, Senco. Senco will have a “1:1 Program” section available at their online store. Senco offers a lower price than the Apple Store. Please visit the Senco website.
All students should familiarise themselves with the following policies related to the digital learning at HKIS.
- Social Media Policy
- Data Privacy Policy
- Harassment Policy (formerly Promoting a Culture of Respect)
- Educational Technology Responsible Use Agreement
DragonNet
The HKIS community website, DragonNet, is a password-protected information site that serves as a primary hub for communicating information for students and parents. DragonNet is used by students to access Student, Academic and Interim Handbooks as well as School Policies and Procedures.
Google apps for Education
School Google Accounts are used as a single sign-on (SSO) solution for the majority of internal and external education systems. Faculty and Administration also heavily rely on Google Workspace tools for learning activities which require communication, collaboration and creation. These tools include:
- Gmail
- Google Calendar
- Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Slides and Forms)
Apple ID
In addition to their school provided Google Account, students are also expected to have a personal Apple ID to ensure they can install necessary software, backup and maintain their devices. Parent(s) are encouraged to create an AppleID for students so they can monitor screen time and application usage at home.
Schoology
Schoology is crucial only learning environment for students and teachers. It is both an academic tool and information about Clubs, Sports and internal announcements.
PowerSchool
PowerSchool utilised for the management of student records including attendance, aptitude and attainment data, as well as, timetabling, enrolment and other services necessary for the running of the school.