What is a Parent Observer Account?
What is a Parent Observer Account?
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Parent Observer accounts in Canvas allow parents and guardians to stay connected to their student’s learning. With an Observer account, parents can:
View course content, assignments, due dates, and calendars
Read announcements and message teachers
Customize notifications for course updates
Observers cannot submit assignments, take quizzes, message students, view class rosters, or access unpublished courses.
Accessing Parent Observer Accounts for the First Time
Accessing Parent Observer Accounts for the First Time
Parent Observer accounts are automatically created for all parents/guardians listed in Focus—no pairing codes needed!
You can log in from either a mobile device or a computer/laptop.
Manage Your Canvas Notifications
Manage Your Canvas Notifications
Stay informed — without overwhelming your inbox!
Your Canvas Parent Observer account lets you choose what updates you receive and how often. Use this quick guide to learn how to adjust notification settings for both the online and mobile app versions of Canvas.
The one-pager includes English and Spanish instructions and helpful tips for setting smart notification preferences that fit your family’s needs.
Open the Canvas Notifications Quick Fix Guide
Canvas Parent Observer Hub
Canvas Parent Observer Hub
Visit the Canvas Parent Hub for:
Step-by-step login instructions
Video tutorials for mobile and computer access
Guidance on navigating courses as an Observer
Answers to frequently asked questions
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