Setting Up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for Skyward
Educational institutions across the country face evolving cyber threats every day. Turning on Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) brings our district into alignment with top cybersecurity standards recommended by data privacy experts and educational technology leaders.
Before You Begin: Download your preferred authenticator app on your mobile device. When prompted, make sure to allow camera access so you can scan the setup QR code.
Step 1: Sign In to Skyward
- Sign into Skyward Family Access using your username and password.
- When logging in for the first time after MFA is enabled, you will automatically be prompted to set up an Authenticator App.
Step 2: Choose Your Authenticator Method
OPTION A
Apple or Google Password Manager
- Create a new password entry using the Add (+) button.
- Enter the details:
- Title: Skyward
- Username & Password: Your Skyward credentials
- Website URL:
scrdc.wa-k12.net
- Save the password entry first.
- Locate and edit your newly saved Skyward entry, then select Set Up Code under the code section.
- Scan the Skyward QR code with your camera or enter the setup key manually, then save.
OPTION B
Google Authenticator
- Open the app and tap the Add (+) button.
- Choose either Scan a QR code or Enter a setup key.
- Scan the QR code displayed on your Skyward setup screen or manually paste the key code.
OPTION C
Microsoft Authenticator
- Open the app and tap the QR Code icon (bottom right corner).
- Select to either scan the QR code or manually enter the key code.
- Follow screen prompts to finalize adding the entry.
Step 3: Complete Sign-In
- Enter the 6-digit verification code generated by your app into Step 3 in Skyward.
- Select "Trust This Device" if you are on a personal or secure device.
- Click Sign-In.