Holy Family is very mindful of the use of technology in its programs. We believe in using appropriate tools for any given task; that no single tool, device, or technology fits each goal; and with that technology, comes the need for sound responsible usage in a secure setting. Therefore, Holy Family has a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program and makes use of cloud-based systems such as Google, Blackbaud and Schoology.

Holy Family requires that every student have an appropriate device to be able to perform their course obligations and activities, in school or at home. Students must bring the device daily, and although it will not be used in every class, students should have their device with them throughout the day. The device should meet the specifications and guidelines as outlined in our BYOD Requirements. Should your student not have a device that adequately meets these criteria, Holy Family will do its best to provide a temporary loaner device when needed.

BYOD allows students to better follow course instructions in real time, access their homework, supplement research, participate in various class interactions, and learn basic technology processes that they will use now and after high school, all without the restraints of owning programs or working on specific hardware platforms.

With the freedom of BYOD, there comes more responsibility. Students are expected to follow all guidelines, written, expressed and/or otherwise noted regarding the use of any electronic device. This includes computers, tablets, phones, and any digital image/audio recorders/players. These specific guidelines are included in the Responsible Use Policy (RUP) within the Student Handbook. 

Holy Family uses cloud-based Google Workspace in conjunction with several other platforms. Each student is provided a school email account using Gmail services. It is mandatory that each student monitor his/her email account, which is used by teachers and staff as the approved way to communicate and collaborate.

Student accounts include:

* Clever: a Single Sign On (SSO) service where students can access all online platforms from one portal

* Google Workspace: Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Calendar, and more

* Schoology: our Learning Management System (LMS) for coursework, assignments, etc.

* Blackbaud: our Student Information System (SIS) for permanent records, schedules, grades, etc.

* Minga: our campus management platform for student help appointments for teachers, hall passes, etc.

*Many others used across various courses