AdmissionFreshman YearSet up parent portal access

Set up parent portal access

Set up parent portal access for grades and attendance monitoring

Freshman Year
September
Planning
High Priority

Step-by-Step Guide

Overview

Parent portals (like PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, or Aeries) let you and your parents see grades, attendance, and assignments in real time.

Why This Matters

  • Catch grade issues early (before report cards!)
  • Track assignment completion
  • Monitor attendance records
  • Communicate with teachers easily

How to Set Up

For Parents

  1. Contact your school's main office
  2. Request Parent Portal Access ID and Password
  3. Go to your school's portal website
  4. Create your account using the Access ID
  5. Set up your profile and notifications

For Students

  1. You may have separate student login credentials
  2. Check with your counselor or tech support
  3. Use your school email if required

What You Can See

  • Current grades in all classes
  • Individual assignment scores
  • Attendance records
  • Teacher contact information
  • School announcements

Tips for Using the Portal

  • Check at least weekly
  • Set up email notifications for grade updates
  • Address concerns early, not at semester's end
  • Students: check YOUR portal before parents do!

If You Have Issues

  • Contact your school's front office
  • Ask for tech support contact info
  • Some schools have portal help sessions

Task Details

Assigned to: Parent
Best time: September
Week: 1

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