Welcome to the Thoreau Elementary School Library Media Center!

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Library Catalog

Classlink Library Resources

Public Library Information

District Library Website

Reading

Research

Technology

Having trouble? Try these steps

1. Full Shut Down

Hold down the Power key until the screen turns off
Wait a minute and turn back on

2. Hard Reset

Press and hold Refresh + tap Power once
When your Chromebook starts up, let go of the Refresh button

3. Check for a Chrome Update

Click on the Clock
Click the settings gear
On the left, select About Chrome OS
Click on Check for Updates

4. Clear your Cache & Cookies

At the top-right in Chrome, click the dots
Click More tools > Clear browsing data
Click Clear data

If Your Chromebook is Charged, but Won't Turn On

Press and hold down Refresh
Tap the Power button 5 Times
Remove hands and count to 60
It will NOT turn on immediately

Logging into a Chromebook with Classlink

Getting Started with Seesaw

Digital Citizenship Resources

Digital Passport

Interland

If you need more help

Email your LMTS with your name, your child's name and student ID number. Be sure to give them as much detail about your issue as you can.

Example: Is the device not turning on at all, or does your student not remember their password?

Meet Your Library Media Technology Specialist

Recommend New Books, Series & Authors
Help with Classlink Apps for Instruction
Audiobook & Ebook Access
Research Skills
Provide Tech Support
Chromebook Repair & Loans
Organize Special Events:
- Author Visits, Book Fairs and March Madness Book Tournament

Lisa Hempstead
lhempstead@madison.k12.wi.us

Quick Links

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Making & Coding Links

Digital Citizenship Links

The Madison Metropolitan School District Library Program provides inspiring, accessible and transformative teaching and learning experiences which empower all students and communities to be future-ready, using diverse literature and innovative resources.

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