Student Email
Meriden Public Schools is supporting Google Apps, an online collection of productivity tools from Google. Google App accounts have been created for high school students in the Meriden Public Schools. Access to Google Apps will allow students to access email and Google Docs (word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation programs) from anywhere Internet access is available.
FAQs
How does a student obtain their username and password to access Google Apps?
Students use the same login name and password they use to login to Windows at school.
Where can they access the program?
The program can be accessed from any computer that has Internet access.
When should students activate their accounts?
Students are encouraged to set up their accounts as soon as possible to view correspondence and important information sent by administrators and school personnel.
Can students access their account if they leave the district?
No. Accounts are disabled when students leave the district. Students should save a copy of any documents or information they may need to access at a later time before their last day enrolled in school.
Can students who have not complied with AUP (Acceptable Use Policy) access Google Apps?
No. Students are not eligible for an account if they do not have authorization to access the electronic network.
Are there restrictions on sending/receiving emails?
Yes. Student email accounts are not able to send or receive email to any free email provider (Examples: Yahoo, Hotmail, Gmail, etc.)
Email Guidelines and Etiquette
Students should follow school policy and use appropriate language when composing emails and documents. Administrators have the ability to view all correspondence at their discretion and take disciplinary action when necessary. Students are reminded that correspondence sent via email can easily be forwarded by the recipient. Private or personal information should never be sent in an email because it may end up getting forwarded to others.
