Parentsquare PS Tips

5 months ago

Manage Your Notifications 

You can manage how you receive notifications.  

  1. Log into PS
  2. Click on you name in the right hand corner
  3. Click on My Account
  4. Click on 'Change this' under the NOTIFICATION SETTING
  5. Select your preferences 
  6. Don't forget to click on Save 

Please Note: Keep in mind, sometimes there are mulitple posts in a day. If you choose to receive posts as a daily digest, be sure to read to the end so you do not miss one!


We hope everyone is finding ParentSquare to be a useful and informative communication tool. Aside from posts and pictures, our school's directory can be found here as well. It's a great way to connect with other VV families (play dates for the kids and adults)!

PLEASE NOTE: The directory should not be used outside of school needs. 

Here are the steps to edit your contact information:

  1. Log into PS
  2. Click on you name in the right hand corner
  3. Click on My Account
  4. Click on Edit Account
  5. Fill in any missing information you would like to provide
  6. Don't forget to click on Save 


If you would like to make some information visible only to the school and not to the student body, follow these steps:

  1. Log into PS
  2. Click on your name in the right hand corner
  3. Click on My Account
  4. Click on which information you would like 'visible' or 'hidden'

Shhhh...Don't tell the teacher!

Posting on PS is the most efficient way of communicating with your student's class. It's a great way to enlist parent volunteers for various occasions throughout the school year. Just a quick tip...If you are posting something you do not want your teacher to see, don't forget to choose 'Send to Parents Only'!

 

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Accelerated Reader

5 months ago

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The more that you read, the more things you will know.
The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go. - Dr. Seuss

ACCELERATED READER

What is Accelerated Reader (AR)?
AR is a computer program designed to help teachers and librarians manage and monitor student’s independent reading practice. Students pick a book at his/her own level and read it at their own pace. A short quiz is taken on the computer upon completion of the book. Passing the quiz indicates the student understood the content of what was read. AR quiz results allow feedback for students, teachers, and librarians to use in terms of setting goals and continuing a direct ongoing reading practice. 

To find out if your student's book is an AR book just click below!
AR Book Finder

 

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SMARTER BALANCED

5 months ago

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SMARTER BALANCED PRACTICE TESTS

Now you can help your child become more comfortable with computerized testing! The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) can be accessed at home. Through this website you and your child can practice taking The Smarter Balanced Tests. 

To get started, please read through these directions first. You might want to open up a separate browser for simultaneous instruction.

  1. Click on provided link. http://www.caaspp.org/practice-and-training/index.html
  2. ​Choose 'Student Interface Practice and Training Tests' 
  3. Click on 'Sign In' (This will sign you in as a Guest)
  4. Select the Grade and click on 'Yes'
  5. Choose which test you would like to take
  6. Scroll down and click on 'Select'
  7. Scroll down and click on 'Yes, Start My Test'

 

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