Student Portal
BYOx software and resources can be found in the Student Portal. You can also access support information along with useful tips and instructions at this location. Student EQ credential is required to log in.
The best way to access the Student Portal is by typing the following address (case-insensitive) directly into your browser address bar:
macG.link/TechConnect
Digitally Enriched Learning
The school is trialling digital learning platform Education Perfect. This innovation will be a significant improvement in your student's learning experience. We will introduce the platform in a staged fashion so that we do not overwhelm our staff and students.
Printing at School
First ensure your laptop is conneced to EQNET, please follow the steps in this page. A compact BYOx app is then needed for connecting to the our printers and network storage drives. The app can be found in the MACGlink Student Portal. Please save this app in an easily accessible location on your device.
Microsoft Office 365
Queensland state school students can download free copies of the latest Microsoft Office to their personal home computers and mobile devices. Your Office subscription lasts for as long as you are a Queensland state school student.
For PC and Mac, visit http://portal.office.com/, login using your school email address, click through to install and follow the onscreen process.
For more information on how to install visit https://education.qld.gov.au/parents-and-carers/school-information/internet-at-school
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams for Education puts classes, subject materials, assignments, files, and collaboration all in one place. It affords interactions and engagements with the young minds that builds strong connections, while the school continues to create an inclusive online learning environment.
Microsoft OneDrive
First introduced in 2019, OneDrive is an online data storage dedicated and secured for Education Queensland schools. OneDrive allows students to save their files securely in the Microsoft cloud infrastructure. Students can access their data using any device, giving unprecedented flexibility to complete learning tasks as they move between school and home.
Adobe CC
MacGregor SHS has purchased licenses for Adobe Creative Cloud software. Some of our subjects require this suite of applications. Teachers will inform students if they need to install this software onto their laptop. Detailed instructions are located on MACGlink to install relevant software for your subjects. Do not purchase the products during the installation.
TechConnect
The MacGregor IT support team are available at TechConnect located in F Block to answer any BYOx questions and to assist with software and connection problems. Don't hesitate to visit if you need assistance or advice.