Technology Services

Assistive technology services include resources, supports, professional development, and a short-term lending library for local districts to assist in the effective implementation of assistive technologies for students with disabilities. 

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Our instructional technology integration services aim to empower districts to navigate the evolving landscape of educational technology and leverage the power of technology for effective teaching and learning!

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Regional Educational Media Center 21 (REMC 21)

We house a variety of Maker sets for your school and classrooms. Our sets are listed here and all you need is an open mind and a creative heart. You can check out the sets for the duration of your project,  from one day to a few weeks.  If you are unsure or have not received training, you can ask for instructional support. Some sets will require additional materials (consumables or mobile devices). 

See Maker sets available for checkout

Go to REMC 21 Main Page

Google Core and Additional Services updated December 1, 2025

This notice is to inform parents, legal guardians, and eligible students (students who are at least 18 years of age or are emancipated minors) about the use of online educational services at Marquette-Alger RESA (MARESA).

In order to provide students with effective 21st-century educational tools, Marquette-Alger RESA uses Google Workspace for Education, a suite of productivity tools from Google. These services are instrumental in allowing students to complete assignments, collaborate with instructors, and develop essential digital citizenship skills. The use of these services is consistent with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

Google Workspace for Education Services

Marquette-Alger RESA student accounts may have access to the following Google services:

• Core Services: These are the primary tools students will use for their educational activities.

  • Gmail

  • Calendar

  • Classroom

  • Assignments

  • Cloud Search

  • Contacts

  • Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms

  • Drive

  • Groups

  • Google Meet

  • Keep

  • Read Along

  • Gemini for Education

  • Tasks

  • Sites

• Additional Services: Access to these services may be provided based on program or instructor requirements.

  • Applied Digital Skills

  • Google My Maps

  • Google Earth & Google Maps

  • YouTube

  • CS First

  • Chrome Canvas & Cursive

  • Google Books & Bookmarks

  • Google Arts & Culture

  • Google News

  • Google Translate

  • Please note: Access to the Google Play Store and Chrome Web Store is restricted to approved applications and extensions only.

Student Privacy and Data Collection

When creating a student account, MARESA provides Google with the necessary personal information, such as the student's name and email address. Google may also collect information directly from students (e.g., a profile photo or telephone number for account recovery) and through their use of the services. This includes:

• Device and Log Information: Hardware model, operating system, IP address, and details of service usage.

• Location Information: Determined by technologies like IP address or GPS.

• Cookies and Similar Technologies: Used to store browser and device settings.

This data is used by Google to provide, maintain, and improve its services. For a comprehensive overview of Google's privacy policies for education, please visit their Google Workspace for Education Privacy Notice.

You can find more information on MARESA's specific technology policies here:  MARESA Boardbook Website

Parent/Guardian and Eligible Student Rights

Opt-Out Procedure: A parent, legal guardian, or eligible student has the right to opt-out of their personal information being shared with Google. This request must be made in writing to the Executive Director of Special Education within the first thirty (30) days of the school year or enrollment. If a student is opted-out, a Google Workspace for Education account will not be created for them.

Access and Deletion of Data: You can request to access or delete your child’s Google Workspace account at any time. To do so, please contact the Marquette-Alger RESA technology department at tech-info@maresa.org or (906) 226-5100.

To stop further collection of information, you can request that your child's account be restricted or deleted entirely. You and your child can also view and manage personal information and settings by logging into their Google account and visiting https://myaccount.google.com.