WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THIS TUTORIAL?

The Canvas Parent App allows parents to better manage their student’s courses, as well as set reminders and alerts to track student progress. The app is not meant for all parents to dig into every aspect of their student’s courses, and is not a replacement for using the Canvas site.

Step 1: Download Canvas Parent App

• Go to the app store for your device and download the Canvas Parent App by Instructure.

Step 2: Create Account

Note: If you have already created your parent account, go to step 3.

• Click Find My School
• Search and select Irvine USD Parents & Families from the list that will populate as you begin typing.

• Once you see the screen below, click Create Account

• Enter your name, email address, preferred password, re-enter your password, and enter your child's student pairing code.
  • If you do not have your student's pairing code, see steps 1 and 2 in the following guide on how to attain it: Canvas: Create an Observer Account
• Agree to the terms of use and click Start Participating.

Step 3: Log In

• Use your existing parent account email address and password.
  • If you do not remember your password, please email helpdesk@iusd.org for assistance.

• Once you are logged in, you will see your student's courses listed along with their grades.

This document was created for Irvine Unified School District by the Information Technology Department.

If you have any questions, submit a new ticket or email us at helpdesk@iusd.org. 

Last Updated 04/02/25 [EE]