Parent Account Options
APP vs. WEBSITE
Parents have two options for how they would like to view their child's Canvas account. They can view activity through the Parent APP on their mobile device, or on a computer through the WEBSITE access login page. A comparison of the options is below to help you choose which is best for you. Account setup directions for either the app or website are at the bottom.
Parent APP
Access from a mobile device
(phone or tablet)
Parent WEBSITE
Access from a computer or browser on a mobile device.
Canvas APP Access
Canvas WEBSITE Access
This app is installed on a mobile device from the app store.
Parents (Observers) can view:
Courses
Syllabus
Events & Assignments (items with due dates)
by week
by course
Calendar (by week)
Front Page (NEW) - this will bring you to the course home page. From there, any links will bring you to a mobile web version of the course where you can access more of the course items.
For more information on what you can see in the app, link to the Canvas Guide HERE.
Website view mimics the experience that your child sees in their account when accessing it on their Chromebook. Each course is visible on the Dashboard.
Parents (Observers) can view:
Courses
Calendar
Assignments
Modules (units
Information Pages (including links and resources)
Other Navigation Links if allowed by the course teacher
*Many teachers (especially elementary) include information and resources on Pages in Canvas. These are easily accessible through WEBSITE access. The APP will display the Front Page (course home page) and then link to other items in a mobile web version.
Parent APP View
Parent WEBSITE View
App View - Course Listing
App View - Inside Course
