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Canvas Overview for Parents and Students

Apr 23, 2025

Learning & Teaching / Canvas Overview

Introduction

  • Canvas is a Learning Management System (LMS) used within the Peoria Unified School District.
  • It serves as a platform to deliver assignments and digital content to students.
  • Canvas usage varies by grade level and school.

Canvas Access for Parents

  • Parents can log in to Canvas as observers.
  • Allows parents to view assignments, events, and course interactions.
  • Most content is viewable unless unpublished or date-locked.
  • For access, parents need a ParentVUE account.
  • Contact school secretary for ParentVUE account setup.
  • For questions, contact the child’s classroom teacher.

Parent Resources

  • Parent/Guardian Access: Guides available for logging into and navigating Canvas.
  • Resource Guides: Additional information for using Canvas as an observer.
  • Parent App Download: Available for iOS and Android, with usage guides provided.

Student Resources

  • Student Guides: Access Canvas resources specifically for students.
  • Student App Download: Available for iOS and Android, with usage instructions included.

Staff Resources

  • Staff Quick Start: Resources available for instructors, including a Peoria Unified Canvas Essentials Course.
  • Teacher App Download: Available for iOS and Android, with usage guides accessible.

Contact Information

  • Address: 6330 West Thunderbird Road, Glendale, AZ 85306
  • Phone: 623-486-6000
  • Contact via Contact Us

Peoria Unified School District Overview

  • Motto: Every Student, Every Day, Prepared to Shape Tomorrow
  • Provides a range of services and resources across various domains including Arts Education, Athletics, Career and Technical Education, and more.

Additional Resources

  • Information on Enrollment, Menus, Calendar, Jobs, ParentVUE, Tax Credit Donations.