Communication Tools
Houston ISD is launching ParentSquare, a new communication platform for families. This platform will be used to send messages from schools and the district via text, email, or the ParentSquare app. To ensure families receive these messages, it's crucial to make sure your contact information is up-to-date in PowerSchool. ParentSquare will be the primary way HISD communicates urgent alerts, attendance notifications, and campus-specific messages.
What is ParentSquare?
It's a unified communication platform designed to streamline communication between schools, districts, and families.
How will HISD use it?
HISD will use ParentSquare to send important information, including urgent alerts (like school closures), attendance notifications, and campus-specific updates.
How to get started:
Ensure your contact information is correct in PowerSchool, which is the system HISD uses to manage student information.
Accessing ParentSquare:
You can access ParentSquare through the website or the mobile app.
Key features:
ParentSquare allows you to receive messages, participate in sign-ups and RSVPs, communicate with teachers and staff, and access school information in one place.
When is it launching?
ParentSquare will be the primary communication channel for HISD families by August 1