Gmail Basics

The Basics

Use the Compose button (the plus sign) to start a new email. All staff and student email addresses are pre-loaded into your contacts list. Just start typing the name of the person you want to send an email to and their email address will auto-populate.

Use the paperclip icon to attach a file saved somewhere other than your Google Drive.

Use the Google Drive icon to attach a file that is saved in your Google Drive

Explore the other icons, as well: bullet and numbered lists, text alignment, indent less/more, etc

Email Etiquette

Be sure to follow these simple rules when sending an email to a teacher, coach, administrator, etc.