In the classroom, we often utilize a variety of online digital tools to reinforce what is taught. These tools have been evaluated to be safe for student use and are consistent with federal laws of student data privacy. MCPS requires your consent to allow your student to use these tools as they may collect personally identifiable student information, such as first and last name, classroom teacher, and/or grade level. The information is typically collected to track student progress. Additional information on MCPS' data privacy practices is available here:
https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/data-privacy-security/.
Descriptions of common online, digital tools are listed here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MnZsBfk2zLvwu4SZhJhaQy11DgR6ZZol/view?usp=sharingTeachers may use additional online digital tools not on this list, when the tools comply with MCPS privacy and security guidelines.
If you do not consent to the use of online digital tools, the student will not participate in some online learning activities, and alternative instructional activities will be provided.