Are you wondering how to add a custom Google Classroom header? This blog post will walk you through the steps, PLUS there’s a set of headers for free at the end! Make sure to scroll all the way to the bottom.

Why Customize Your Google Classroom Header?

Personalization: Customizing the header allows teachers to personalize their virtual classroom, reflecting their teaching style or the subject they teach. It helps create a welcoming and engaging digital environment for students.

Class Identity: A customized header can visually represent the theme or topic of the class, making it easier for students to identify different subjects or courses at a glance, especially if they are enrolled in multiple classes.

Engagement: A visually appealing header can make the digital space more inviting, sparking student interest and creating a sense of excitement around the class.

Organization: Teachers often use customized headers to provide important information, like class names or themes, which helps students stay organized and on task.

How to Customize Your Google Classroom Header

When you log into your Google Classroom these are the headers you usually see. You can change the theme to select from different headers.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with these headers, but some people like to customize them.

1. Click Upload Photo in your Google Classroom

While logged in to classroom.google.com click on the class where you’d like to add the header. On the current header, you want to click “upload photo.”

This is what pops up.

2. Choose Your Picture

You can either drag and drop or select the picture from your device.

When your picture shows up in the box, drag the corners so that the full image shows. Then hit “select class theme.”

4. Your Google Classroom Header is Complete!

Now you’ve added your first custom header to Google Classroom! It will be darkened due to accessibility. Repeat these steps to change the headers in other classes.

Grab Your Free Headers for Google Classroom

Want to try adding your own custom headers to Google Classroom? Start with these!

While You’re Here:

Don’t forget to check out how to set up Google Classroom for the new school year and create a demo student in Google Classroom!