We’re excited to share that Horseheads Central School District is launching ParentSquare as our new district-wide communication platform. ParentSquare brings school, district, and classroom communication into one place, making it easier for staff to connect with families and for families to stay informed.
Why We’re Making This Change
• ParentSquare is easier to use and more modern than SchoolMessenger.
• It allows communication at every level — from district announcements to classroom messages.
• It provides secure tools for conferences, forms, volunteer sign-ups, and family engagement.
• Built with mobility in mind, cell-phone friendly.
Training & Tools for Parents & Caregivers
ParentSquare Activation
We're getting ready to launch ParentSquare as the district's primary school-to-home communications platform on Monday, August 3! Keep an eye on your inbox for an invitation to activate your parent account.
Basic Features Include: Email, app, voice, and/or text messaging. Activated users can reply to messages, complete forms, view photos, manage notifications, and access school information in one place.
Helpful Videos and Tutorials (Watch These First):
- ParentSquare Overview (2 minutes)
- Creating Your Parent Account (2 minutes)
- ParentSquare Academy - Supporting Your Student Course
Other Resources:
Please have patience with us. ParentSquare is a new system and it may take some time to populate all of the information you are accustomed to receiving.
Training & Tools for Teachers
Helpful Video Tutorials (Watch These First):
- Overview for Teachers (3 minutes)
- Basic Navigation Overview | Videos & Movies on Vimeo (8 minutes)
- Navigate | Videos & Movies on Vimeo (35 minutes)
- Creating Groups for Athletics & Extracurricular Activities (14 minutes)
Other Resources:
- Getting Started Checklist for Teachers
- Parent Square Communication Tool Use Matrix
- Top 10 Ways for Teachers to Use ParentSquare
Take a Deeper Dive Into Training Resources
Training & Tools for Administrators
Helpful Video Tutorials (Watch These First):
- Skills Up Training for Administrators (53 Minutes)
Other Resources