Redlands Christian School uses two different email systems depending on your role. This article explains which account you should use, when, and how they work together — so you always send from the right place.
Which Account Do I Have?
| Role | Primary Email Account | Address Format |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty & Staff | Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook) | yourname@redlandschristian.org |
| Students | Google Workspace (Gmail) | username@acarcs.org |
| Some Staff | Both (access may vary) | Depends on department |
Staff: Your Primary Email is Outlook
All faculty and staff communications — including parent emails, HR notices, and internal announcements — should use your @redlandschristian.org Office 365 account.
- Access at: outlook.office.com
- Or via the Outlook desktop app on your Windows laptop
- Sign in with: yourname@redlandschristian.org + your Office 365 password
⚠️ Do not use your personal Gmail or the student Google account for official school communications.
Students: Your Primary Email is Gmail
Students use Google Workspace accounts for classroom work, Google Classroom, and school communications.
- Access at: mail.google.com
- Sign in with: username@acarcs.org
- This account also provides access to Google Docs, Slides, Drive, and Classroom
Can I Forward My School Email to Gmail?
Yes — staff can set up forwarding from Office 365 to a personal Gmail account for convenience. However, be aware that forwarded emails containing student data may have privacy implications. See the article "How to Forward Your Office 365 Email to Gmail" for setup steps.
Common Confusion: Signing In to the Wrong Account
If you're a staff member being asked to sign in to Google (e.g., for Google Classroom, Google Meet, or a shared Google Drive), use your @acarcs.org account if you have one, or ask IT to confirm which Google account applies to your role. Do not sign in with a personal Gmail address for school purposes.
Quick Reference
| Task | Use This Account |
|---|---|
| Email a parent or colleague | Outlook (@redlandschristian.org) |
| Access Google Classroom | Google (@acarcs.org) |
| Access Google Drive | Google (@acarcs.org) |
| Access OneDrive or SharePoint | Outlook (@redlandschristian.org) |
| Microsoft Teams | Outlook (@redlandschristian.org) |
| Student assignments | Google (@acarcs.org) |
| FACTS / Clever login | Varies — check the specific app |
Still Unsure Which Account to Use?
Contact IT and we'll point you in the right direction:
- 📧 itsupport@redlandschristian.org
- 🎫 acarcs.zendesk.com
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