Gates Chili utilizes a core group of programs and apps that may be unfamiliar to new users. You can use the information and videos about the technology platforms below to learn more about each of the programs.
ClassLink is Gates Chili’s single sign-on platform. It connects many district approved apps/websites and cloud accounts to one interface, which can also store usernames and passwords, so students and staff only login once.
Microsoft 365 is a cloud-powered productivity platform. Some apps included are Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneDrive. Two major features of this platform are the safe and secure file storage and real-time collaboration.
Minecraft: Education Edition prepares students for the future, building future-ready skills like creativity, problem solving, and systems thinking, and nurturing a passion for play.
ParentSquare is a platform that provides families with email, text and/or app notifications in one central location for all students K-12.
Schoology is Gates Chili’s learning management system that provides course management, mobile learning, and supports system-wide communication.
SchoolTool is the district’s student information system. It holds student information including your student’s grades, attendance, and schedule, as well as contact information that feeds ParentSquare.