Student Google Accounts

To: Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade Families

From: Mrs. Speer, Technology Teacher

Re: Expectations for Using Google Apps

In Technology class we will be learning about Digital Citizenship and reviewing the district's Acceptable Use Policy. An important part of using technology is being safe and responsible with that technology. All fourth through sixth grade students have a school-sponsored Google Apps accounts.

I also want to make sure students and families understand what the district expects from technology users. In Technology class, we will be discussing the district Technology & Internet Acceptable Use Policy. Fourth grade students (and any new students in fifth and sixth grades) will sign the form, then take it home for parents/guardians to read, sign and return the form to school.

Here are some highlights about the expectations for using the Google Apps accounts, which we will discuss in class:

• These accounts are to be used for only school-related activities.
• Students should NOT sign up for Google Plus.
• Students should not give out personal information (name, address, birthday, etc.)
• Students should keep their passwords private.
• Consequences: If students do not follow the Acceptable Use Policy, they will have their account suspended for one month at the first incident, and possibly longer if the problem persists.

Please let me know if you have questions or would like more information.