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District flags parental‑consent changes for some Google‑connected apps on Chromebooks
Summary
Staff said Google and some third‑party apps will require updated parental consent; the district plans to add consent language to annual registration and to provide a process for parents with concerns about apps used for instruction.
Trustees heard that some Google‑hosted or Google‑connected instructional apps will require parent consent for student use on district Chromebooks. Staff said they received notices and are preparing consent language to add to yearly registration forms and that IT will continue vetting apps before allowing them on managed devices.
A board member suggested an evergreen technology consent statement (noting that apps change) and a pathway for parents to raise concerns. IT and administration said they will prepare communication for families and will provide a way to block or permit specific apps on assigned devices where parental consent differs.
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