Veracross is a comprehensive school information system that helps schools manage and streamline various aspects of their operations. For parents, it's a user-friendly platform that centralizes important school-related information in one place. With Veracross, parents can:
Stay informed: Access grades, report cards, attendance records, and teacher feedback easily.
Communicate effectively: Receive updates from teachers and the school, including announcements, schedules, and event information.
Simplify logistics: Manage tuition payments, sign up for school activities, and complete forms online.
In short, Veracross is designed to make staying connected with your child's school and staying on top of their education as seamless and straightforward as possible.
This is a whole school platform, all students and families will access
At the time of enrollment you should have received an email from data_services@fis.edu. This would have included your login credentials to Veracross.
Login to Veracross at https://portals.veracross.eu/fis
Below, you will see the format for your personal credentials that will allow you to access the various online information systems within the school.
Name: Doe, John (last name, first name)
User name: john.doe@fis.edu (firstname.lastname@fis.edu)
(please be aware this is not an email address, just a way to access all FIS platforms)
If you have forgotten your password to Veracross, please follow the below link to reset your password:
reset.fis.edu/passwords/forgot
You are welcome to email the Tech Deck at IT_support@fis.edu or call 061712024300 for further support.
Our WiFi network is available to all members of our school community.
The community WiFi is only available within our communal spaces (this does not include transitional spaces, such as hallways)
This service is available to anyone registered in Veracross
To access the WiFi you will need to have your Veracross credentials (mentioned above)
The WiFi Network name is FIS-Community
You are welcome to email the Tech Deck at IT_support@fis.edu or call 061712024300 for further support.
Seesaw is an easy-to-use app that helps parents stay connected with their child’s learning at school. It’s like a digital journal where students can share their work, and teachers can keep families in the loop about what’s happening in the classroom.
With Seesaw, parents can:
See your child’s progress: View photos, videos, and updates of what your child is learning and creating.
Get regular updates: Teachers can send announcements and reminders directly to parents.
Stay involved: Comment or like your child’s work to encourage and support their efforts.
Seesaw makes it simple for parents to feel more involved and engaged in their child’s education, even when they can’t be there in person.
This platform is used in Primary School and Elementary School
For new students, you will receive an automatic email from your student's homeroom class.
This email will direct you to create/connect your existing account in Seesaw
You are welcome to email the Tech Deck at IT_support@fis.edu or contact
Primary School: Sarah Elliott at sarah_elliott@fis.edu
Elementary School: Jamie Stark at james_stark@fis.edu
Canvas is an online learning platform that helps parents stay connected with their child's education. It serves as a central hub where teachers share course materials, assignments, and updates, making it easy to stay informed and engaged.
With Canvas, parents can:
Monitor progress: View grades, assignments, and feedback from teachers in real-time.
Stay informed: Access class schedules, announcements, and important updates from teachers and the school.
Support learning: See what your child is working on and help them stay on track with due dates and coursework.
Canvas is a great way to stay involved in your child's academic journey and ensure they have the support they need to succeed.
This platform is used in the Upper School
To access the WiFi you will need to have your Veracross credentials (mentioned above).
Please have a look at the In School PD Resources page for more information.
You are welcome to email the Tech Deck at IT_support@fis.edu or contact
Upper School: Vafa Anderson at vafa_anderson@fis.edu
Blended and Online Learning Coordinator: Kathleen Ralf at kathleen_ralf@fis.edu
Although we offer various platforms for the entire school or division, each grade level and subject has specific requirements. Below, you will find additional information on where and how to access support for divisional platforms.