Google for Education
All CCPS staff have access to G Suite for Education. This cloud-based platform contains a repertoire of applications that are specific to the classroom environment. With your account, you have access to many Google applications! Read below for more information!
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You log into your Google account by going to https://www.google.com/
The first time you will have to log-in with your CCPS credentials
The site should automatically log staff in any subsequent time.
You will have access to the following apps: Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides, Classroom and others. Click the icons below to learn more about and get help with some of the apps!
Get Google Certified!
Google offers a free course for educators to learn the many features of Google tools and their use in the classroom. Teachers may take either the Certified Educator Level 1 training course or the Certified Educator Level 2 training course to get certified.
Educators may become "officially" certified by taking a certification exam to demonstrate proficiency in using the tools, either at the completion of the online course or once they feel adept at their use. The personal cost for taking the Level 1 exam is $10 and for the Level 2 exam is $25.
Click on the image to navigate to the Google certification opportunities and for more information about Google tools!
Google Drive File Stream
Google Drive for Desktop is now available for all staff in the Software Center.
Go to the Software Center by searching for it in your computer's search bar.
Find and click "Google Drive for Desktop" in the Software Center.
Click "Install".
This download allows for easy access to files stored in your Google Drive straight from your PC and also allows you to access your Google Drive when sending attachments through email.
Don't Recreate the Wheel!
G Suite for EDU has been used for a long time by teachers around the globe. There is no need to feel that you need to start from square one! There are activities and templates for any subject area...just Google what you're looking for!
Our team has collected resources for you to get started! Click the image to gain view rights to a plethora of already created templates and activities, sorted into subject area categories!
If you like one, follow these short steps:
From your Drive...
Right click on the template or activity
Select "Make A Copy"
Rename the file to your liking and choose the folder in which you want it to go
It's all yours to edit and use!
From the activity/template itself...
Select "File" > "Make A Copy"
Rename the file to your liking and choose the folder in which you want it to go
It's all yours to edit and use!
Google FAQs/Troubleshooting
How do I update my Chrome?
Normally updates happen in the background when you close and reopen your computer's browser. But if you haven't closed your browser in a while, you might see a pending update.
On your computer, open Chrome.
At the top right, click on More.
Scroll down to Help and click on About Google Chrome.
4. Click Update Google Chrome. Important: If you can't find this button, you're on the latest version.
How to Update Google Chrome.webmHow do I clear my cache and cookies?
On your computer, open Chrome.
At the top right, click More .
Click More tools Clear browsing data.
At the top, choose a time range. To delete everything, select All time.
Next to "Cookies and other site data" and "Cached images and files," check the boxes.
Click Clear data.
Chrome - Clear browser history.webmI am unable to add extensions. What should I do?
Check the ITT site to make sure the extension/add-on is approved.
Restart your computer.
See if Chrome needs an update. This is usually displayed by a large orange symbol in the top right corner of your Chrome browser. Hover over the symbol and it will state that the Chrome Browser needs to be updated.
Log out of Chrome and log back in using the CCPS wifi.
If these steps do not work, please enter a Helpdesk ticket. The computer or your account may not be receiving the necessary updates.