Join a M365 Group

1. Open Outlook

• Launch the Outlook desktop app, the new Outlook, or go to Outlook on the web.

2. Discover Groups

• Click Discover Groups.
• Use the search box to enter the name of the group you want to join, or scroll through the list to browse available groups.

3. Join the Group

• If the group is public, click Join.
• If the group is private, click Request to Join. Your request will be sent to the group owner for approval.

4. Receive the Welcome Email

Once you’re added, you’ll receive a welcome message like the ones you’ve received for groups such as:

• You've joined the Dominion Middle School NEW group
• You've joined the Technology group
• You've joined the Talent group

These emails contain:

• A link to view the group in Outlook
• Options to follow the group in your inbox
• Access to shared files, calendar, OneNote notebook, and Planner tasks
• Integration with tools like SharePoint and Jira

5. Follow the Group in Your Inbox (Optional)

• Click Follow in Inbox to receive all group conversations and events directly in your personal inbox.
• You can change this setting anytime from the group’s page in Outlook.

🧠 Tips for Managing Group Membership

• You can leave a group anytime by selecting the group card, going to Group Settings, and clicking Leave Group.
• If you're the last owner, make sure to assign ownership to someone else before leaving to avoid group deletion .