Google for Education
Clinton Public Schools utilizes Google Workspace for Education, an integrated communication and collaboration solution, hosted by Google and managed by CPS. Google applications will provide the ability for CPS students, faculty and staff to communicate, store files, and collaborate on documents, spreadsheets, and presentations in real time from anywhere.
Using district-owned Google Workspace accounts, students may access and the use Google's "core services" including e-mail, document, editing, and file storage. In addition, the district will allow access to other appropriate services associated with Google and their partners. For more information about Google's core services and additional services, follow the appropriate links.
Google's Complete Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Will my student have access to a Gmail Account?
Yes. Each student is provided a fully functioning “@clintonpublic.net” GMail account that will also serve as the username to log into the Chromebook. Joel student email accounts are restricted from sending and receiving emails. Email addresses serve only as a username to access Chromebooks and other applications.
Can I see what my child is doing on Google Apps?
Parents are encouraged to explore Google Apps with their children by logging in together. You will be able to have your student log in to his or her CPS Google account and show you what they are currently working on in class, as well as items that have been “turned in” and commented on by the teacher.
What about privacy?
CPS is responsible for protecting and safeguarding the confidentiality of student information. CPS has a contract with Google to provide access to Google Apps for Education to its users (students and staff) in a separate domain environment for CPS students and staff. Under our Terms of Service Agreement with Google, like CPS, they are obligated to comply with FERPA regulations. Click here for additional information about GFE security & privacy.
How protected is my student from outside people?
CPS takes security and privacy of student information very seriously. The CPS Google Apps domain is managed for access by staff and students in CPS, so your student will be able to work and collaborate in a safe and secure online environment.
What assurances has Google given CPS that they will not collect data on my student?
CPS has a signed agreement with Google for Education. Google has pledged is compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and has agreed to comply with Connecticut's student data privacy law, as defined by Connecticut General Statutes 10-234aa through 1-234dd.
Who has access to my child’s account?
The Google Apps Terms of Service agreement with CPS contractually ensures that our institution (students, faculty, and staff) are the sole owners of their data. Google will only access content stored when an administrator from CPS grants Google explicit permission to do so; one example would be to investigate inappropriate use.
Who creates the login password?
All accounts are created with a generic login issued by CPS. Students are required to change their password to a more secure one. Students and their parents should develop the password together. Joel students utilize assigned passwords so that teachers can better assist students in accessing resources and materials.
What happens if my child does not have Internet access at home?
Most of the Google Drive Apps can be used offline. Once a student reconnects to the Internet, the offline files will sync with the Google Drive Account. More information can be found here.