As of March 2025, Google Workspace is requiring schools to obtain a separate parental consent for students under the age of 18 using "Additional Services" within Google Workspace for Education services. For our students, these services can include: YouTube, Google Translate, Google Chrome Web Store extensions, Google Photos, Google Maps, Google Earth and Google Bookmarks. This does not include core services such as Gmail, Google Drive and Google Classroom for which parents have already signed prior consent forms.
As these services have been in use in our district for many years, HSD3 is implementing an OPT-OUT option for parents who DO NOT want their students to use these services.
You can read the new Google Workspace for Education Terms of Service and information on how we will manage access for students under 18 here:
In accordance with the new terms of service, if you would like to opt your student OUT of the above services, you can complete the below form. The form needs to be returned to your student's campus office no later than February 21, 2025.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the District Office at 406-363-2280 or email: districtoffice@hsd3.org