Password Reset Steps

Navigate to SPM.mcpsmd.org and log in with the student’s student ID and current password. The current password is the one used to access StudentVUE or log into MCPS desktops. The student’s Google password used to log into Chromebooks may be different than the password needed here, if the student chose to change it at any point. If the student does not remember their current password, school staff can provide it using the Student Password Report provided to them in the MCPS Resources bookmarks folder.
Follow the steps on the screen Note the password requirements; these vary by grade levels Enter a new password that meets the requirements Confirm the password by retyping it Once the red icons change to green checks, click Change Password
Note the Success message that appears at the top of the screen. Make sure you remember the new password!
Refer to the student’s @mcpsmd.net mailbox (accessed using the new password) for a confirmation email

FAQs

What are the password requirements for each grade level?

Grade / Accommodation	Login	Password Criteria
PreK – K Grades	Student ID	Four character long passwords, letters or numbers
Firsts – Fifth Grades	Student ID	Five or more characters long, letters or numbers
Sixth – Eighth Grades	Student ID	Six character long passwords, letters and numbers
Ninth – Twelfth Grades	Student ID	Seven character long passwords, upper and lower letters and numbers
Students with IEPs	Student ID	One character long passwords, letters or numbers

What does this password allow students to access?

Students will use this password to access any MCPS applications that take their student ID as the username. **Note, some applications require studentID@mcpsmd.net while others, just studentID

Can the student change their password for just their @mcpsmd.net Google account?

Yes, students do have the ability to do this, but it is not recommended. It is recommended that students utilize the Student Password Manager application to reset their password as that keeps their password consistent across MCPS applications that take their student ID as the username.

What is the best next step if a student forgets their MCPS password?

School based staff members have access to look up student passwords. Certain job roles including teachers and ITSSs have access to reset them for the student.

I’m a parent/guardian and I need support resetting my student’s password.

If the supports in this guide did not help, please email communitytechsupport@mcpsmd.org