GBSI - Information Technology Resources
Great Beginnings Summer Institute (GBSI)
Technology Support Desk (TSD)
The Technology Support Desk (TSD) is the single point of contact for the FCPS Department of Information Technology. It hosts the Tech Support Portal for self-support and desk-side support.
If you cannot locate the information you need using the self-support features (help articles button), staff are encouraged to submit a request for tech support using either the submit a ticket or service request buttons.
The Technology Support Desk is also open to assist employees via phone from 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (except 12-month employee holidays).
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
FCPS uses Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to protect some applications and systems.
- How do I set up MFA or 2FA with an authenticator app? : FCPS Tech Support
- How do I set up my MFA option for MyTime? : FCPS Tech Support
Account Management
Utilize our FCPS Staff Identity Self-Service portal to agree to the Acceptable Use Policies and Change your Network Password (annually).
Set up your account recovery options by completing the steps to add both a personal phone and personal email address to your network profile. This will allow you to request your own password recovery during non-business hours.
MyPDE
MyPDE is a comprehensive solution for professional development and employee performance evaluations for FCPS. It is the central repository for FCPS professional development and training, which includes a library of custom-developed courses and thousands of industry-leading courses and resources provided by Skillsoft. The system provides a structure for a fully online process for all employee performance evaluations, which may include goal setting, self-assessment, and both mid-year and summative assessments.
Teaching Materials Production Center (TMPC)
The Teaching Materials Production Center (TMPC) is an educator-friendly office that can assist teachers in creating materials for their classrooms, workshops, or presentations. The TMPC offers printing services, multimedia projects, and customizable promotional materials.
