ParentSquare

Yes, ParentSquare is replacing the robo platform SchoolMessenger. We have found that there were multiple platforms being used across the district because they provided different functions. For example, Remind101. With this new platform, every method of communication will be in one place to make it easier on our teachers, students, and families. 

ParentSquare invites will start at the start of school. Email and text invites will be sent to the email addresses and cell phone numbers of parents and guardians that we have on file in our student management system, Schooltool. If you did not receive a ParentSquare invite, then it is possible we have the wrong contact information on file. Please contact your building administration with questions.

Those invitation links only last for 24 hours. You do not need to wait for a new invitation!  You can proceed to the ParentSquare log on page and create your account with the same email address at which you would have received an invite.

It is recommended that each spouse have their own cell phone or email for emergency situations. However, if you and your spouse share an email address (or have provided the same email address for each of you in our parent contact records, only one spouse will be able to log in to ParentSquare using that email address.  The other spouse should use their cell phone number to log on or contact your building administration. 

To download, search for ParentSquare in the App Store. 

By Fall 2022, ParentSquare will be the main source of communication for the BOCES programs. However, this method of communication might not be utilized by all classrooms right away.  This is a new platform, so please be patient. 

Yes, once the feature is enabled, and teachers start to use the platform, parents and guardians can contact their child's teacher privately by using the direct messaging tool. On the home page, click on "Messaging" in the left sidebar. From here, you can send a direct message to your child's teacher that only you and the teacher can see. You can also send messages to other staff members at the school, such as your child's coaches and club leaders. Here is a link to our help page on direct messaging. 

ParentSquare will notify those contacts listed as a Primary Parent, Parent, Guardian or a customized role called: PS Guardian approved contact within SchoolTool. ParentSquare is an all-in-one platform that contains personally identifiable information for each student. Therefore, we only engage with those designated contacts.

No. Each contact has the functionality of creating their own private account. They will, however, see everything related to the shared student. They will NOT see contact information on the other parent. 

BOCES uses many different communication platforms when it comes to snow days and non-emergency announcements.

OHM BOCES leverages social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook. 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ohmboces1

Twitter: https://twitter.com/OHMBOCES

OHM BOCES school closings will be announced on the following broadcast outlets:

Radio: WIBX-AM-950, WLZW-FM-98.7,  WODZ-FM-96.1, WFRG-FM-104.3

No. ParentSquare is not the main source for classroom assignments. However, teachers can utilize the platform to remind families and students on due dates if they choose. 

Yes. Even though it’s called ParentSquare, there is a platform specifically for students called StudentSquare. The platform is the same as what the parents see, just named differently for students. 

StudentSquare will be turned on automatically for students in grades 9-12. For students in grades 3-8 who have email addresses and want access to StudentSquare, the district will need a release form which can be found HERE. 

It can take up to 24 hours for your contact information to be synced from SchoolTool to ParentSquare. 

Please go to parentsquare.com and on the login page click "Forgot Password." Put in your email or phone number and you will be sent a link to reset your password.