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Student TechBytes

January 13, 2026

Student TechBytesJanuary 13, 2026

New Year, New Goals New Year, New Goals

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Prizes are headed your way!

ITS & EdTech Updates ITS & EdTech Updates

Changes in access to AI specific apps

As of Friday, December 12th, apps and websites that are categorized by our filter as "AI" or "Artificial Intelligence", such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini, are blocked through students' PUSD managed devices or when students are signed in with their PUSD account. Educational apps and websites that utilize AI, but the sole purpose of the site is instruction or education, will remain accessible. Please reach out to EdTech with any questions.

Common Sense Media Recommendations Common Sense Media Recommendations

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Movies About Not Giving Up

Whether it's practicing patience, resisting shortcuts, or finishing what they started, these movies spotlight characters who are learning how to follow through. A solid reminder that progress usually comes from the tough stuff in the middle—and that's OK!

Movies That Promote Self-Control

Books to Inspire Kids to Be Their Best Selves

The start of a new year is the perfect time for kids to think about who they want to be and how they want to show up in the world. Here are three inspiring books to help your kids set goals for themselves in 2026.

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ITS Resources & Information ITS Resources & Information

Chromebook Reference Information Chromebook Reference Information

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Chromebook Operating System Updates

Please remember to completely shut down your Chromebook at the end of every day! This will ensure your device has received all necessary updates and that you are able to connect to all PUSD applications without issue.

PUSD Help Desk PUSD Help Desk

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Help Desk Support

As a reminder, when there are issues at your site, the best way to get help quickly is through a Help Desk call (626-396-3699) or ticket (gopusd.com/helpdesk). Not following this process can result in a delay in resolving your issue.


Common Issues to contact the Help Desk for include:

  • Application or Account issue with
    • Aeries
    • Canvas
    • Clever
  • Chromebook issue

How to Guides How to Guides

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Did you know you can see what devices, textbooks, and library books are checked out to you? Check out the video linked above to see how.

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It's a good idea to update your password occasionally to keep your account secure. Check out the video linked above to see how.

EdTech - Innovative Technology Services

Email: EdTech@pusd.us
Website: pusd.us/its
Location: 351 South Hudson Avenue, Pasadena, CA, USA
Phone: 626-396-3699

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