ParentSquare
Monroe Local Schools uses ParentSquare to communicate with families via email, text and app notifications, replacing the need for multiple fragmented tools with one easy-to-use app.
When a school sends an attendance notice, a teacher shares a message with a parent, or the district posts an important update, every family receives it, in their home language, on their preferred device.
ParentSquare automatically syncs with our student information system to generate an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number. We encourage parents to access their accounts so they can download the mobile app and update their preferences for when and how they are notified.
Here's what you can do with ParentSquare:
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Receive messages from the school via email, text or app notification
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Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once at 6 p.m. daily
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Communicate in your preferred language
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Comment on school postings to engage in your school community
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Direct message teachers and staff parents
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Participate in group messages
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Sign up for parent-teacher conferences
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Send signed forms and permission slips, receive report cards, sign up to volunteer and more all from your phone or the website
New to ParentSquare or Monroe? Click here to get started!
- Download the ParentSquare app for iPhone or Android.
- Register your ParentSquare account by logging in with the same email address or phone number you provided in Final Forms.
- After logging in, you may be asked to confirm your contact details. This ensures that you continue to receive important school notifications and emergency alerts. If any of your information is incorrect, please log in to Final Forms to update it accordingly.
- In the top corner of the desktop platform or the app, visit your profile and click “Manage account” to update your notification preferences.
Getting Started Guides for Parents and Guardians: English | Spanish
Why should I download the app?
Parents and families will receive messages from teachers, principals and the district regardless of whether they download the app or set up an account, but we strongly encourage families to download the free mobile app.
Benefits to downloading the app and registering your account include:
- The ability to change your notification frequency (instant, daily digest, etc.) and language preferences.
- Access to photos, calendars and updates from your child's classroom, school and the district, all in one place.
- Direct messaging your student’s teachers with instant two-way translation.
- Simple forms, sign-ups and permission slips.
How do I manage my notification settings?
ParentSquare allows users to customize their notifications based on notification type and select their preferred delivery method for each school. The Instant setting will send all post notifications immediately. The Digest setting sends direct messages, alerts, and time-sensitive posts instantly, but sends all non-time sensitive posts at the end of the day, reducing the number of notifications you receive daily.
How do I change my language preference?
To change the language for posts and messages:
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- Open the app and tap the Menu (three bars) in the top left.
- Tap Account > Preferences > Language.
- Pick your preferred language. Now, posts and messages will show up in that language.
Top 10 Tips for Parents and Guardians
- Activate Your Account
Click the link in your activation email/text, or sign up on the ParentSquare website or via the ParentSquare app. - Download App
It’s easy to stay in the loop with the ParentSquare app. Download it now: iOS | Android - Set Preferences
Click your name in the top right to set your notification and language preferences. - Get Photos & Files
Click Photos & Files in the sidebar to access pictures, forms, and documents that have been shared with you. - Appreciate Posts
Click Appreciate in your email/app or website to thank a teacher or staff member for a post. - Comment or Reply
Click Comment in the app or on the website to privately ask a question about the post that your teacher or school sent. - Participate
Click Sign Ups & RSVPs in the sidebar to see available opportunities. Click the bell on top to check your commitments. - Join a Group
Click Groups in the sidebar to join a group or committee at your school to participate or to stay up-to-date. - Find People
Click Directory in the sidebar to find contact information for school staff. - Get in Touch
Click Messages in the sidebar to privately get in touch with staff and teachers.
