Google Classroom – Student & Family Guide

Google Classroom is an online learning platform that teachers may use to share assignments, class materials, announcements, and feedback with students.

This guide helps PBSD students access Google Classroom, navigate their classes, and locate schoolwork. Families can also use these instructions to help their children.

1. How to Sign In to Google Classroom

1. Open Google Chrome on your device.
2. In the address bar, enter classroom.google.com.
3. Press Enter.
4. If prompted, sign in using your PBSD district Google account.
5. Google Classroom will display the classes associated with your account.
6. Select the class you would like to open.

2. Find Your Classes

After signing in, Google Classroom displays the classes you are enrolled in.

1. Open Google Classroom.
2. Review the classes displayed on the home page.
3. Click the class you want to access.
4. Use the class navigation options to view announcements and assignments.

3. Navigate Google Classroom

Within a class, students may see several sections depending on how the teacher has configured the course.

• Stream: View class announcements and updates.
• Classwork: Find assignments, questions, and learning materials.
• People: View available teacher and class information.

Teachers may organize assignments by topic, unit, or another instructional category.

4. Find and Complete Assignments

1. Open the appropriate Google Classroom course.
2. Select the Classwork tab.
3. Locate the assignment you need to complete.
4. Click the assignment to review your teacher's instructions.
5. Open any attached documents or resources.
6. Complete the required work.
7. Follow your teacher's instructions to submit the assignment.

Some assignments require students to attach a document, complete an activity, or select Turn in or Mark as done. The available options depend on the assignment.

5. Review Feedback and Grades

Teachers may provide comments, feedback, or grades through Google Classroom.

1. Open the appropriate class.
2. Navigate to the assignment or classwork area.
3. Select the assignment you want to review.
4. Check for teacher comments, feedback, or grades if available.

Not all assignments will display a grade immediately. Contact your teacher if you have questions about an assignment or feedback.

6. Information for Families

Families can help students stay organized by encouraging them to review Google Classroom regularly and monitor upcoming assignments.

Helpful ways to support your child include:

• Encourage your child to check Google Classroom for updates.
• Review upcoming assignments and due dates together.
• Remind your child to submit completed work.
• Contact the classroom teacher with assignment-related questions.

7. Google Classroom Help & Training Resources

8. Troubleshooting Common Issues

I Cannot Sign In to Google Classroom

Confirm that you are using your PBSD district Google account. If you continue to experience sign-in problems, contact Technology Support.

My Class Is Missing

Check that you are signed in with the correct district account. If the class is still missing, contact your teacher.

I Cannot Find an Assignment

Open the appropriate course and review the Classwork section. If you still cannot locate the assignment, contact your classroom teacher.

My Assignment Will Not Submit

Confirm that you have completed the required work and followed the submission instructions. If an error continues, contact your teacher or PBSD Technology Support.

9. Need Help?