Canvas Information

In March of 2022, Forsyth County Schools adopted Canvas, a learning management system, to replace itslearning. Starting this school year, all teachers and students will use Canvas on a daily basis. Similar to itslearning, your child will access Canvas on his/her ClassLink dashboard to access courses, instructional materials, assignments, and important dates at anytime.

Student accounts will be active in Canvas beginning July 31, 2023. Observer (Parent) accounts can be created at that time using the directions below. Please note that 2023-2024 courses will not be available in Canvas until August 2, 2023.

Please visit the links below once student accounts are active for quick guides on how to create an Observer account in Canvas. First, create your account and then install the app on your mobile device (if desired). Additionally, there is a full Canvas Course that parents can review for a complete overview of the Parent/Observer role in Canvas.

Logging into Canvas

Students
Students will log into ClassLink and launch Canvas. Click the following link for a short video tour of the student Canvas interface

• Elementary Student Video Tour
• Middle and High School Student Video Tour 
   

Parents
Parents/guardians are considered Observers in Canvas. Observer accounts can be connected to a single student or multiple students. Observers can view course content, assignments, due dates, and events, but are not able to participate in a course. 

• Quick Guides
  • Canvas One Page Observer Setup (English | Spanish)
    • Complete this step before installing the Canvas Parent app
  • Canvas Parent iOS App: Installation & Logging In
    • Enter "Forsyth County Schools - Parents/Guardians" as the school name
  • Canvas Parent Android App: Installation | Logging In
     
• Full Overview for Parents
  • Parent Canvas Course
     
• Video Navigation Guides
  • Canvas Observer Account Navigation
  • Canvas Parent App

Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I contact for support?

• Parents can access additional help documents in the Canvas Observer/Parent Guide. If needed, parents can email Julie DeLong (jdelong@forsyth.k12.ga.us) for additional support. 

How can my child access support for Canvas?

• Students should always check with his/her teacher if additional support is needed. Students can also access help in the Canvas Community Student Help Section.

How do I view my student's grades?

• To view students' overall course grades, please visit . 

How do I adjust my Canvas notifications?

• Visit Canvas Notifications Settings