Nearpod is an instructional platform that merges formative assessment and dynamic media for collaborative learning experiences. Nearpod is a go-to tool for interactive presentations and assessments.  It can be found at https://nearpod.com/

Email, School Messenger, and Social Media are used for all major communications and announcements, including those from principals and the superintendent. Teachers and other instructional personnel also use these platforms to communicate along with others for interacting with their students.

• • Google Mail (Gmail)

    • This is the official email service of CCPS. All staff and students in grades 6-12 have access to CCPS Google Mail accounts.

  • School Messenger

    • School Messenger is a notification system that uses phone and email to provide timely communication to parents and staff on matters such as snow days, early dismissals and school or district emergencies.

  • Social Media

    • CCPS maintains social media accounts on Twitter and Facebook. Important announcements and information are cross-posted on these platforms. Many CCPS teachers have professional Twitter accounts students, parents, and colleagues can follow as well.

• • Google Calendar: Google Calendar is a time-management and scheduling calendar service developed by Google.  It is accessed via calendar.google.com or via mobile app for iOS or Android.

  • Google Classroom (Learning Management System or LMS): All assignments and resources will be posted here for students to access. All work will be turned in here as well. It is access via classroom.google.com or via mobile app for iOS or Android.

  • Google Contacts: Google Contacts is Google's contact management tool that is available in its free email service Gmail, as a standalone service, and as a part of Google's business-oriented suite of web apps G Suite.  It can be accessed via contacts.google.com or via mobile app for iOS or Android.

  • Google Docs: Google Docs is a word processor, often compared to Microsoft Word, included as part of a free, web-based software office suite offered by Google within its Google Drive service. It can also be accessed via docs.google.com or via mobile app for iOS or Android.

  • Google Drawings: Google Drawings is a virtual board that allows users to create content by drawing, pasting images, linking videos and websites, and inserting text, shapes, tables, and other content onto a page offered by Google within its Google Drive service.  Users can create flow charts, diagrams, concept maps, visual storyboards, original art and more. It can also be accessed via drawings.google.com.

  • Google Drive: Google Drive is a file storage and synchronization service developed by Google. Google Drive allows users to store files securely in the cloud, synchronize files across devices, and share files. It is accessed via drive.google.com or via mobile app for iOS or Android.

  • Google Forms: Google Forms is a survey & assessment program included as part of a free, web-based software office suite offered by Google within its Google Drive service. It can also be accessed via forms.google.com

  • Google Keep: Google Keep is a note-taking service developed by Google. Keep offers a variety of tools for taking notes, including text, lists, images, and audio.  It can be accessed via keep.google.com or via mobile app for iOS or Android.

  • Google Meet: Teachers may host synchronous learning session with group of  10 or less students. Participants access sessions via Google Classroom. It can also be accessed via meet.google.com

  • Google Slides: Google Slides is a presentation program, often compared to Microsoft PowerPoint, included as part of a free, web-based software office suite offered by Google within its Google Drive service. It can also be accessed via slides.google.com

  • Google Sheets: Google Sheets is a spreadsheet program, often compared to Microsoft Excel, included as part of a free, web-based software office suite offered by Google within its Google Drive service. It can also be accessed via sheets.google.com

  • Google Sites: Google Sites is a drag and drop website creation program included as part of a free, web-based software office suite offered by Google within its Google Drive service. It can also be accessed via www.sites/google.com/new

  • YouTube: Google's online video-sharing platform allowing for viewing, sharing, and even creating videos.

Follett Destiny library catalog accessible for all schools here: https://clarke.follettdestiny.com/common/welcome.jsp?context=saas45_4509371 

School Library Websites:

• Boyce

• Cooley

• J-WMS

• CCHS

Nearpod is an instructional platform that merges formative assessment and dynamic media for collaborative learning experiences. Nearpod is a go-to tool for interactive presentations and assessments.  It can be found at https://nearpod.com/

Nearly all textbooks used within CCPS have online components. These online resources range from an entire student version of the textbook to review materials and activities. Login information is provided by your student's teacher.

PowerSchool is the student information system (SIS) that houses student attendance, grades, schedules, and more. It is accessible via the web or a mobile app. Contact your student's course scheduler for access assistance to the Parent Portal.

Screencastify is the #1 screen recorder for Google Chrome, installed via Google Chrome extension. Screencastify can  Capture your tab, whole screen, or webcam only, Embed your webcam anywhere in your recording, Narrate with your microphone, and Record offline (no internet required!).

Our district is one of just  150 districts across the country to earn recognition as a Common Sense District. As a result, our students are better equipped to navigate the digital world and use devices for learning.

Curriculum Website: https://www.commonsense.org/education/ 

This site has sections on curriculum at all grade levels, ed tech tool ratings, and more. The curriculum is utilized throughout PK-8 in CCPS

Parent Website: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ 

This site contains resources for choosing movies, apps, websites, and games that appropriate for your students (searchable by age). There is also information included on  digital citizenship research.

"To make the most of the Internet, kids need to be prepared to make smart decisions. Be Internet Awesome teaches kids the fundamentals of digital citizenship and safety so they can explore the online world with confidence."

Website: https://beinternetawesome.withgoogle.com/en_us/ 

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Play the Interland Digital Citizenship Game

It is important to keep students safe online. These websites and resources can help.

Website: https://www.columbusfamilylaw.org/news/resources-for-protecting-children-online/