Changing Your Password

Written by Chris Lee

Last published at: September 18th, 2026

Password Process Change




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What device are you using?
  • Mac
  • Windows PC
  • iPad
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Are you on the school network (SabersWireless or connected via ethernet cable)?
  • Yes
  • No
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1. Browse to https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info/password/change


2. Log in with your email and password. 

  • Staff: username@shakopee.k12.mn.us
  • Students: username@shakopeeschools.org


3. Set a new password. You will need to supply your current password.

If you don't know your current password contact the help desk at helpdesk@shakopee.k12.mn.us or 952-496-5100. 



4. Passwords can take up to 5 minutes to sync to Google and Office 365 (staff email) after being changed. If your password doesn't work immediately after changing, wait a few minutes and try again.


5. Once a new password has been changed successfully, click the Key icon on your menu bar, and click Reconnect.


6. Enter your changed password first, and then your old password.

Warning

When not in the district your local Mac password will not automatically sync to the password you just changed. Once your network password has changed continue to follow directions to manually change your Mac password.

1. Browse to https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info/password/change


2. Log in with your email and password. 

  • Staff: username@shakopee.k12.mn.us
  • Students: username@shakopeeschools.org


3. Set a new password. You will need to supply your current password.

If you don't know your current password contact the help desk at helpdesk@shakopee.k12.mn.us or 952-496-5100. 



4. To sync your local Mac password, start by opening System Settings under the Apple logo at the top-left:


5. Select Users & Groups


6. Select the i by your name and then Change...



7. Enter your old password and then enter the new password that you created on the Microsoft website.

Are you on the school network (SabersWireless or connected via ethernet cable)?
  • Yes
  • No
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1. Browse to https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info/password/change


2. Log in with your email and password. 

  • Staff: username@shakopee.k12.mn.us
  • Students: username@shakopeeschools.org


3. Click "Change Password"


4. Set a new password. You will need to supply your current password.

If you don't know your current password contact the help desk at helpdesk@shakopee.k12.mn.us or 952-496-5100. 

Have VPN access?
  • Yes
  • No
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1. Browse to https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info/password/change


2. Log in with your email and password. 

  • Staff: username@shakopee.k12.mn.us
  • Students: username@shakopeeschools.org


3. Click "Change Password"


4. Set a new password. You will need to supply your current password.

If you don't know your current password contact the help desk at helpdesk@shakopee.k12.mn.us or 952-496-5100. 


You can't change your password on a PC when off site. Change your password next time your PC is connected to the district network. Email helpdesk@shakopee.k12.mn.us for more assistance.
1. Tap SSO Portal icon from the home screen


2. Log in with your email and password. 

  • Staff: username@shakopee.k12.mn.us
  • Students: username@shakopeeschools.org


3. Click "Change Password"


4. Set a new password. You will need to supply your current password.

If you don't know your current password contact the help desk at helpdesk@shakopee.k12.mn.us or 952-496-5100.