Canvas

Step 1: Obtain Student Pairing Code

Ask your student for a pairing code obtained in their Canvas account settings. This is a six- digit, case-sensitive alphanumeric code found under Settings. This code is needed for your account creation and will give you access to your
student’s classes in Canvas.

For more information on obtaining a pairing code, visit: wayzataschools.info/pairing-code-canvas

Step 2: Create Canvas Parent Account

• Web: Create your Canvas Parent account online (wayzata.instructure.com)
  • Click on "Parent of Canvas User" in the top right
• App: Download the Canvas Parent mobile app for Android (Google Play) or iOS (App Store).

Step 3: Review Student Classes

Once paired with your student(s), their classes will appear on the Canvas Dashboard. On the mobile app, view assignment descriptions, assignment status/scores, and any missing work. Sign into the web app to view student submissions and teacher feedback.

Step 4: Parent Canvas Orientation

Look for a detailed orientation of the parent/guardian Canvas experience from both the mobile app and the web app through a video playlist. You can also communicate directly with your child's teacher in the mobile app or via the Canvas Inbox on the web app.

Customize Canvas notifications: wayzataschools.info/canvas-notifications

Step 1: Obtain Student Pairing Code

Ask your student for a pairing code obtained in their Canvas account settings. This is a six- digit, case-sensitive alphanumeric code found under Settings. This code is needed for your account creation and will give you access to your
student’s classes in Canvas.

Step 2: Access Canvas Family Account

• Web: Create your Canvas Parent account online.
• App: Download the Canvas Parent mobile app for Android (Google Play) or iOS (App Store).

Step 3: Review Student Classes

Once paired with your student(s), their classes will appear on the Canvas Dashboard. On the mobile app, view assignment descriptions, assignment status/scores, and any missing work. Sign into the web app to view student submissions and teacher feedback.

Step 4: Family Canvas Orientation

Look for a detailed orientation of the parent/guardian Canvas experience from both the mobile app and the web app through a video playlist. You can also communicate directly with your child's teacher in the mobile app or via the Canvas Inbox on the web app.

Step 1: Sign In to Canvas Student

Students in grades 4-12: Sign into the Canvas Student App on your iPad.  You can download the Canvas Student app from Self-Service.

Step 2: Access Student Classes

• Web: Access your Canvas Student account online.
• App: Download the Canvas Student mobile app for Android (Google Play) or iOS (App Store).

Step 3: Family/Caregiver Access

Student classes will appear on the Canvas Dashboard. On the mobile app, view assignment descriptions, assignment status/scores, and any missing work. Sign into the web app to view student submissions and teacher feedback.

Step 4: Digital Classroom

Many of your learning experiences will take place in Canvas. Digital assignments, discussions, assessments, collaborations and communication all occur within the Canvas Student App or browser. You will also use the built-in calendar and to-do list to stay organized and up-to-date on classroom events and activities.