System Requirements – Internet Academy: Online Public Education for K-12 Scholars Since 1996

system requirements

iA is a choice school. Parents are responsible for ensuring their scholar has access to a computer and internet connection. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be the latest and greatest. If your computer was built within the last 5 years, it’s probably a-ok!

iPads, tablets or mobile device do not meet system requirements. A laptop or desktop works best with our learning software.

*A limited supply of laptops are available on loan to qualifying scholars. Contact us for more information.

Preferred Browser & Settings

Chrome or Firefox, latest version • Java enabled • Pop-ups enabled for domains: fwps.instructure.com and other sites as required for access • Security compatible with SSO (single sign on) configurations

Computer and Browser Requirements for Canvas Instructure, our Learning Management System ⋙

Operating System

Windows 10
Mac OS X 10.9 or later
Chromebook: Chrome OS (most recent)

Media

Sound: USB Headset with microphone
Audio: 16-bit soundcard or equivalent
Display: 1024×768 pixel resolution; 256+ color depth

Mobile Devices are Limited

Course apps on a smartphone have limited functions. For example, Canvas is designed for a personal computer and may hide or shrink content on a phone screen. Scholars are encouraged to explore the Canvas app in addition to using it on on their personal computer.

Canvas mobile apps require Android 8.0 or later and iOS 15.0 or later.
Limited-support mobile browser guidelines ⋙

Internet Connection

Reliable internet connection of a minimum of 5-10 mbps recommended.
Zoom system requirements ⋙

RAM

1 free GB above operating system recommendations

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System Update
Update as of 1:46pm October 22: Families using Century Link as their internet service provider are currently experiencing an issue logging into iA Campus (fwps.instructure.com). Please contact Century Link customer service and the agent will be able to walk you through changes to your modem settings.

New to ParentVUE? Here's how to activate your account.
An activation key is required to activate your ParentVUE account. Activation keys and instructions will be emailed to guardians August 19, or you may contact iA or email grades@fwps.org for the activation key.
After you have the activation key, visit www.fwps.org/kiosk and select “ParentVUE”:
On the log-in page, under “more options,” choose the option to “activate account.”
Once you’ve accepted the privacy statement, you will be asked to provide your first and last name and your activation key.
You will then select the username, password and email to associate with your ParentVUE account.
Upon successful activation of your ParentVUE account, select the online registration tab in the top right corner to complete verification.
Then go to Step 3.

Non Neighborhood School Selection

Have an active ParentVUE account?
If you have used ParentVUE in the past and know your user name and password, skip to Step 3.
If you need to reset your ParentVUE account password, visit www.fwps.org/verifyonline and select the “forgot password” link.

2019-20 Registration Information
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