By involving family members and guardians, we can work together to make Along a safe, supportive space for educators and students to connect and reflect.
Engaging with Family Members/Guardians of Students Under 13
Along voluntarily complies with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, which means educators who plan to use Along with students under 13 will need to receive written consent from a family member or guardian. To make this easier for you, here are a few resources for obtaining consent:
Family Member/Guardian Consent Letter (to print)
Family Member/Guardian Consent Letter in Spanish (to print)
Family Member/Guardian Consent Letter (to email)
Family Member/Guardian Consent Letter in Spanish (to email)
Engaging with Family Members/Guardians of Students 13 and Over
For educators who plan to use Along with students 13 and over, we recommend that you notify their parent/guardian via email. To make this easier for you, here are a few resources for informing parents or guardians about your use of Along:
Family Member/Guardian Notification (to print)
Family Member/Guardian Notification in Spanish (to print)
Family Member/Guardian Notification (to email)
Family Member/Guardian Notification in Spanish (to email)