A Canvas Parent Account, also known as an Observer account, allows parents to monitor their child's progress and learning in Canvas. Parents can use the account to:

View course content: See assignment due dates, announcements, and other course content

Check grades: Review upcoming or past assignments and check on grades

Receive alerts: Get notifications for student activity, such as when assignments are created or modified, or for announcements

Participate in certain activities: With teacher permission, parents may be able to participate in collaborations or conferences, or click on things within modules