What is the Canvas Parent App?

As part of the One-to-One program, all middle school and high school students in grades 6-12 at Great Valley School District use a resource called Canvas.  Canvas is a Learning Management System (LMS) that allows teachers to create interactive, curriculum-related content for students.  It is our goal to provide you with the tools and resources that you need to successfully partner with Great Valley School District to support your child's learning.  Therefore, we encourage you all to download the Canvas Parent app to follow your child's academic progress. Follow the steps below to set up your account: 

Step 1: Download the Canvas Parent app for iOS or Android

Step 2: Use the pairing code to create an account

• How do I generate a pairing code? 
• How do I link additional students to my account in the Canvas Parent app?

Step 3: Learn more about what the Canvas Parent app can offer.

• Canvas Parent App Video
• Canvas Parent App Guide

Please reach out to Instructional-Technology@gvsd.org if you have any questions about setting up these accounts.  Thank you.

Pairing Codes - Frequently Asked Questions

Using the Canvas Parent App