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Instructional Technology (IT)

Our world is ever more reliant on technology, making it essential for students to engage with
educational technology tools to thrive as informed and capable citizens. The Goshen Central
School District is committed to providing learning experiences that are enriched with technology,
empowering students to collaborate, communicate, and think critically — the core skills
necessary for success in the 21st century.

Technology Mission Statement

The mission of the Goshen Central School District is to integrate technology in ways that
enhance student achievement and literacy, support standards-based instructional goals, and
promote technological proficiency for both students and staff. We aim to streamline
administrative functions and provide data access through technology by strengthening
communication within the district, as well as with parents and the broader community.
The ultimate goal of technology integration across all aspects of education is to ensure our
students are not only technologically literate, but also well-prepared for the workforce and post-
secondary education.

District vision of technology

In the Goshen Central School District, we envision technology:
● Fostering lifelong learning by engaging, challenging, and supporting diverse learners.
● Enhancing the educational process by providing tools to access information, analyze
and solve problems, think critically, and communicate ideas effectively.
● Being seamlessly integrated into how we work, teach, and learn.
● Promoting the development of future-ready skills.
● Addressing the individualized learning needs of every student.
● Being used ethically, responsibly, and in innovative ways.

Technology tips for parents/guardians

Gladiator Gateway

The Goshen Central School District launched “Gladiator Gateway,” a digital check point for parents and guardians to access the numerous learning applications used in the district.

The purpose of Gladiator Gateway is to provide an organized and convenient online location for parents and guardians to easily access district apps and services – similar to student ClassLink.

To create an account, district parents and guardians must visit https://parents.classlink.com/goshencsd and enter their email address or phone number that they have on file with the district (this is the contact information entered in SchoolTool that can be accessed by viewing your Parent Portal).

View the Gladiator Gateway Parent Portal Quick Guide.

GoGuardian Parent

Goshen parents/guardians can now access GoGuardian Parent, a mobile app that provides parents/guardians insight and control over their student’s online activity when using school-issued devices and accounts.

Why do I need GoGuardian Parent?

The GoGuardian Parent app allows you to: 

  1. View the websites, apps, extensions, and documents that your student visited while using school devices. 
  2. Set controls on what your student can access on school devices during out-of-school hours (4 p.m. to 7 a.m.). 

What is included in the app?

When using the app, you will:

  • Be able to view each of your enrolled children’s online activities. This includes a Top 5 overview and a 30-day overview.
  • See any teacher interventions related to your student’s online activity.
  • View an active list of what your child accessed.
  • Block websites on school-issued devices during out-of-school hours.
  • Be able to pause or schedule internet access on school devices during out-of-school hours.

How do I download GoGuardian Parent?

To access the app, please follow the below instructions:

  1. Download the app via Apple or Google Play 
  2. Once installed, open the app and enter the email address you have registered with the district in SchoolTool/Parent Portal. A link will then be emailed to that email address.
  3. On your phone, open the GoGuardian Parent email and tap “Verify your email.” You can also login using the verification code from the email. 

If you need assistance, please view the GoGuardian Parent tutorial on the district’s YouTube channel.

GoGuardian Parent will provide students with additional educational support and is a companion to  the district’s existing internet filtering tools. If you have any questions, contact Instructional Technology Coordinator jonathan.redeker@gcsny.org.

Departments & Services Links

IT contact

James Sterett
Computer Network Administrator
(845) 615-6470
james.sterett@gcsny.org

Jason Carter
Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction, Personnel & Technology
(845) 615-6730
jason.carter@gcsny.org

Jonathan Redeker
K-12 Technology Coordinator
(845) 615-6100
jonathan.redeker@gcsny.org

More information

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