Hardware and Software

Click on the items below for details and information.

Five requirements for entry to the Online School:

1 - Students should use a Windows computer (see below for more details.)

2- A NON-ADMIN user should be created for your child. DO NOT SHARE
the administrator password to the admin account with your child.

3 - Download and install the Monitoring program for grades 1-8.

4 - BOYS: Download and Install the Techloq filter with the "registration key"
provided to you by the school.
No other filter should be installed on the computer, as Techloq will be running the whole year...

GIRLS: Girls' classes will need the Qustodio or Cold Turkey filter installed until further notice
about techloq installation requirements.

5 - A wired headset with a USB connector and Webcam (click the images above for
suggestions.)

Whitelist / Allowed Websites
Please adjust your child's whitelist to include "only" the websites listed below. Those using the Techloq filter will have their whitelists automatically set by the school.

shluchim-org.zoom.us
alHaTorah.com
autodraw.com
appcues.com
classdojo.com
classtime.com
cojds.com
dropbox.com
explaineverything.com
fivetran.com
flippity.net
forms.office.com
funtorahgames.com
hsdm.com
hebrewbooks.org
jotform.com 
kamiapp.com
lessonmonitoring.com
lomdei.com
meetingwords.com
nigrijewishonlineschool.com
nigrijewishschool.com
quizlet.com
screenconnect.com
shluchim-org.zoom.us
shluchim.org
shluchimonlineschool.com
speedtest.net
student.classdojo.com
techloq.com
teamviewer.com
thumbprintapp.org
teachermade.com
torahgames.org 
web.kamihq.com
whatismyip.com
wheelofnames.com
whiteboard.fi
wordwall.net
quizalize.com
quizizz.com


For G8 Girls Only
derher.org

Hardware, Software, and Connectivity

The minimum technology requirements are noted below:

Operating System

Windows 11 or latest
Windows 10

Can potentially work, but strongly not recommended - due to common issues

Windows 8 and 8.1
Windows 7

There is NO support for:

Windows 10 S
Mac OS* (do not buy a Mac)
Chrome OS or Chrome books
Linux
iOS
Android
Phones or Tablets

*We will do our best to accommodate those who already own a Mac for as long as possible. Extra costs may incur.

Hardware:

Processor: 2.5 GHz or higher and must be a quad core.
Memory (RAM): 4GB or higher.
Monitor: 17-inch color display (Recommended: 17-inch color display)
Audio: must have a headset with a Microphone.
Printer: Black and white printer
Internet: High-speed wired Internet connection (e.g., cable, FiOS) is strongly recommended. Do not use WiFi.

Browser:

Google Chrome - the latest

There is NO support for

Mozilla Firefox
Microsoft Edge

Other Software

Latest OLS Zoom Client for Meetings click here
Adobe Acrobat Reader version 9 or higher
Microsoft Office 2013, 2016, 2019, or productivity software compatible with Microsoft® Word, Excel®, and PowerPoint® or higher
PS. We require all students to have their own dedicated computers for accessing the online school due to the fact that our teachers will be monitoring each student's computer to make sure they pay attention in class.