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HSSD uses Google Workspace for Education, which includes core services such as Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, and Google Classroom. Students use their district-issued Google accounts to complete assignments, communicate with teachers, and develop essential digital citizenship skills.

All Google Workspace for Education districts must obtain parental consent for all students under the age of 18.

What You Need to Do

If you do not consent to your child using these services, please complete this form.
- Please note that without consent, your child may not have access to essential tools needed to complete school activities, assignments and tasks.

What Services are Affected?

In addition to the core services of Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, and Google Classroom, Google offers additional services that are often used in classrooms for various reasons. The services below have been confirmed to currently be in use in the classroom at the grade levels indicated below.

Google Additional Service	Grades K-4	Lineville Grades 5-6	Bay View Grades 7-8	Bay Port Grades 9-10
Applied Digital Skills	✅	✅	✅	✅
Chrome Web Store	❌	❌	❌	✅
Colab	❌	❌	❌	✅
CS First	✅	✅	✅	✅
Google Arts and Culture	❌	✅	✅	✅
Google Bookmarks Account setting to allow students to save bookmarks to their Google account	✅	✅	✅	✅
Google Earth	✅	✅	✅	✅
Google Maps	❌	✅	✅	✅
Google My Maps	❌	✅	✅	✅
Google News	❌	✅	✅	✅
Google Photos	❌	❌	✅	✅
Google Public Data	✅	✅	✅	✅
Google Translate	✅	✅	✅	✅
Scholar Profiles	❌	❌	❌	✅
YouTube	❌	❌	❌	✅

K-4 Family iPad & Seesaw Support Guide

ClassLink Resources

What is ClassLink?

ClassLink is a Single Sign On Solution that allows you to access your online resources in one location.

Through ClassLink, you will be able to access PowerSchool, BrainPop Jr., Schoology, Seesaw, Think Central, etc.

Where Do I Find ClassLink?

ClassLink can be found on your MacBook desktop or as an app on your iPad.

ClassLink Self-Help Resources

HSSD Self-Help Resources (MacBook and PC)
HSSD Self-Help Resources (iPad)
- Signing into ClassLink
- Connecting your Google Account

Google Resources

How to Clean Your Apple Devices

Internet Connectivity

PowerSchool Resources

Schoology Resources

Schoology Help Resources

Search the Schoology Help Center
Ask a Question in the Schoology Help Forum Group (Schoology users provide answers)

Schoology: Learn at Your Own Pace

Getting Started With/Sign In to Schoology
New User Experience - Site Navigation
- Easier to access all of your tools throughout Schoology
- Simpler for instructors and administrator to get things done with a more streamlined workflow
- Better for younger learners, with a visual card layout for courses and Groups
Help Guides
Profile and Account
Resources
Support Videos

Request Parent Access Codes

Parents have the option to access their child’s Schoology courses using the personal code assigned to their child. These codes are unique to the individual student’s account and will allow you to see your child’s progress, homework due dates, class resources, and class discussions.

If you are interested in receiving an access code for your child, please complete this form.

When you use a Parent Access Code to create an account, you are automatically associated to your child. You can add additional children to your account using the Add Child button.

Once You Receive the Access Code

Set up your account by following these steps:

Go to https://app.schoology.com/register.php .
Click Parent.
Enter your Access Code. This is a 9 or 12-digit code in xxx-xxx-xxx or xxxx-xxxx-xxxx format that you receive from one of your child's school. This needs to be typed, not copied and pasted.
Fill out the form with your information.
Click Register to complete.

Furthering Your Usage of Schoology

Power up your usage of Schoology with these resources and pro-tips!

Schoology Compass Series for District Leaders:
- Ongoing Professional Learning (Course Code: TP6PT-P2763)
- Moving to Student-Centered Learning (Course Code: H4VJ2-8QSCW)
- Assessing Student Progress and Feedback (Course Code: P7BVW-VD8PH)
- Engaging parents and communities (Course Code: RWRP-T7CC-7T9DC)
Webinars | Tips and Tricks in Schoology for Teachers:
Schoology Resources and Webinars: The go-to page for all available Schoology resources and webinars!
Resource: Schoology Adoption Rubric [TEMPLATE]

Conference App

Did you know that there is an app within Schoology called "Conference?" This is where teachers can talk with students. It's similar to Google Meet Zoom or Google Meet. Click here to learn how to install Schoology's Conference.

Gaggle

What is Gaggle?

Gaggle is a safety management software that monitors and filters all student email and Google drives. Gaggle identifies violations of policy, questionable content, and possible student situations.

Gaggle Process

Depending on the level of severity, the following process is utilized.

In serious issues, school-level personnel are informed by the district emergency contacts when his/her student is the subject of a notification.
Gaggle’s minor violation: Incident is informing a school-level staff member of violations in order to decide if further action is necessary.
Questionable Content: Requires School Administration to take action with the student and/or family to resolve issue.
Possible Student Situation: Requires School Administration to take action with the student and/or family to intervene and prevent tragic event, self harm, or other potential crisis situation.

Notes

HSSD follows up on all possible student situations.
School Principal(s) or Assistant Principal(s) are responsible for student discipline

Device Information and Costs

HSSD Devices

HSSD is a Digital Learning district. Each student and staff member is equipped with a device.

Students in grades 9-12 receive a MacBook Air.
Students in grades 5-8 receive an iPad to take home.
Students in grades K-4 have access to iPads in the classroom.

Device Costs

Intentional, negligent, and/or chronic damage may result in a fee assessed on a student’s account covering the cost of repairs up to the purchase price.

In the event that equipment is lost and must be replaced, a fee will be assessed in accordance with the price list below:

iPad Cord Only: $19
iPad Charging Brick: $19
iPad Case: $42
iPad Keyboard Case: $100
iPad: $324
MacBook Cord Only $49
MacBook Charging Brick $59
MacBook Air: $879

Students who transfer out of HSSD mid-year must return their iPads and accessories to the Technology Division at the time of departure.

Who We Are

Preparing students to be successful for the future requires a robust and flexible learning infrastructure capable of supporting new types of engagement and providing ubiquitous access to technology tools that allow students to create, design, and explore.

The essential components of an infrastructure capable of supporting transformational learning experiences include the following:

Connectivity: Persistent access to high-speed Internet in and out of school
Powerful learning devices: Access to mobile devices that connect learners and educators to the vast resources of the Internet and facilitate communication and collaboration
High-quality digital learning content: Digital learning content and tools that can be used to design and deliver engaging and relevant learning experiences
Responsible Use Policies (RUPs): Guidelines to safeguard students and ensure that the infrastructure is used to support learning

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