SPIRE STAR Instructor Account Creation
Creating a Teacher Account for Spire: A Step-by-Step Guide
This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of creating a teacher account for the Spire Digital Teacher Companion (DTC) or SPIRE STAR, designed to enable educators to access and manage their resources efficiently within the program.
Preparation and Account Creation
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Administrators, Check Your Welcome Email: Administrators should look for a welcome email from EPS. This message includes a unique school token that teachers will need for self-registration, along with a link to the SPIRE account setup page. Administrators should share both the school token and the setup link with their teachers. The setup page can also be accessed here: SPIRE - Landing Page
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Access the Setup Page: Click the link in the email to be directed to the account setup page on the Spire website.
Entering Credentials
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Input Token: On the setup page, locate the token entry field and type in the token provided in the welcome email.
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Proceed with Sign Up: Click the green 'Sign Up' button to initiate registration.
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Email Address Entry: Enter your school or district-issued email address in the designated field.
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Agree to Privacy Terms: Locate the privacy terms, read them carefully, and check the box to confirm your agreement.
Verification and Finalization
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Complete Email Registration: Click the 'Sign Up with Email' button to proceed.
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Email Verification: You will be taken to a screen that advises you to verify your email. Check your inbox for a confirmation email from Explorers, and check your spam folder if it's not visible.
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Activate Your Account: Open the confirmation email and click 'Get Started' to continue.
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Set Your Password: You will be directed to a page where you will fill in your details, including setting up a password.
Accessing Your Account
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Create Your Account: After entering all details, click 'Create Account' to finalize your Spire teacher account setup.
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Log In: Once your account is created, you will be directed to log in.
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Explore the Dashboard: Log in to access your Spire teacher dashboard, where you can manage courses, resources, and student progress.
Use the Setup Confirmation: Ensure you receive a confirmation that your account has been successfully created.
Secure Your Account: To prevent unauthorized access, remember to secure your account with a strong password and verify your email address.