All Things Google

As a GUHSD student, you will have access to several google applications; teachers will expect you to use these apps to complete assignments, stay organized, and be productive. Additionally, many of the Google apps have an Apple / Android smartphone app equivalent. Please familiarize yourself with the Google apps below.

Google App Video Tutorials

Google App Descriptions

G-Mail

Gmail is your school email account application. Your email is studentID#@guhsd.net. Emailing is a great way to communicate with your teachers!

Google Drive

Google Drive is a cloud-based hard drive, and is where all of your google docs, slides, etc. are stored. Learning how to manage your drive will help you stay organized and efficient!

Google Calendar

Google Calendar is your online calendar app. Stay organized by keeping track of your personal, academic, and other school-related events!

Google Docs

Google Docs is a word processing application. It is Google's equivalent to Microsoft Word. You will use this app to create, share, collaborate and complete assignments.

Google Slides

Google Slides is a powerpoint-type presentation application. Learn the basic and advanced features to create elaborate and effective class presentations!

Google Sites

Google Sites is a website creation application. Many teacher have google sites as their classroom website. Additionally, students can create websites.

Google Sheets

Google sheets is a spreadsheet and data analysis platform. It is Google's equivalent to Microsoft Excel. You will use this app to create charts, analyze data and organize information.

Google Drawing

Google Docs is a word processing application. It is Google's equivalent to Microsoft Word. You will use this app to create, share, collaborate and complete assignments.