MCCSC and each of our schools are using an app called ParentSquare for family communication. This unified communications platform is how our corporation and schools keep parents and guardians informed. All corporation and school, grade-level and classroom information will be sent to you automatically via email and/or text and the ParentSquare app.
Download the ParentSquare app to customize your notification settings and easily see all school and corporation communications in the same place:
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ParentSquare provides a safe way for administrators, school principals, teachers, staff, and parents to:
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Notification Settings
ParentSquare allows users to customize their notifications based on notification type and delivery method (Email, Text, and App) for each school.
Please note: Direct messages, alerts and time-sensitive posts will still be delivered to you instantly.
You can also choose to turn off notifications (excluding emergency alerts and notices).
To change your notification settings:
Language Settings
By default, you will receive messages in the language you selected at student registration. If you wish to change this setting:
To change your language settings:
1. Why is MCCSC using ParentSquare?
ParentSquare provides MCCSC families with:
2. What is ParentSquare?
MCCSC uses ParentSquare for school communication, primarily with email, text and app notifications. ParentSquare automatically generates an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number entered at student registration. We encourage parents to download the mobile ParentSquare app (see instructions above) to customize their notification or language preferences, and see all corporation and school messages in a central location.
Communication can be sent in 3 ways from schools:
4. For emergencies and closings, will MCCSC use ParentSquare?
Yes. MCCSC uses ParentSquare for all communication to families, including emergencies, closings, and delays. Parents and guardians will automatically receive emergency and weather-related emails and texts and/or phone calls. Downloading the ParentSquare app is not required, and emergency alerts cannot be turned off.
5. How does ParentSquare integrate with other school corporation technology?
The systems MCCSC uses to store student registration information, organize academic content, and ParentSquare, are integrated seamlesslly.
6. How do I access my ParentSquare account?
Download the app “ParentSquare” onto your phoneParentSquare is available in the Android/ Google Play store and iOS app store and the links are at the top of this page. Search for ParentSquare and follow the app installation instructions. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Enter the email address that the school has on file for you, and you will be in!
To access ParentSquare from your device:
Need Help? Contact your school front office or the MCCSC Help Desk: MCCSC Help Desk
7. How can I update my contact information?
You will update your contact information by changing it in your Skyward account at the school.
8. Is it necessary to register my account to receive messages?
No. Registering your account allows you to customize your preferences, but it’s not necessary to register in order to receive messages. Initially, without registering you will receive email communications.
9. Can I customize how I want to receive notifications?
Yes! See the customization information above to learn how to customize your notification settings and language preferences.
10. I am not getting any messages from ParentSquare. How can I fix it?
For technical assistance, contact your school or the MCCSC Technical Helpdesk at: MCCSC Help Desk.
There are a few possibilities for why you may not be receiving messages:
11. I am a parent and staff member. How should I manage my accounts?
When you login to ParentSquare, it will ask you if your child's accounts need to be merged to yours. This will be on the top right under settings. Merge them. If you did not get that prompt or need further help, please enter a 360. For technical assistance, contact the MCCSC Technical Helpdesk at: MCCSC Help Desk.
12. What is StudentSquare?
StudentSquare is used in MCCSC high schools and schools will share information on what your student may need to do. Students can download the "StudentSquare" app to keep them connected. StudentSquare is available in the Android/ Google Play store and iOS app store. Search for StudentSquare and follow the app installation instructions.