gccs powerschool parent portal

by Elta Runolfsdottir 8 min read

What is the PowerSchool Parent Portal?

The PowerSchool Parent Portal is part of the state’s student information system, called PowerSchool. The Parent Portal is part of the state's HomeBase online portal for parents, students and educators to access information in one place, with one login.

What is the parent portal and how does it work?

The Parent Portal is part of the state's HomeBase online portal for parents, students and educators to access information in one place, with one login. Parents have online, real-time access to information, including academic grades for students in third grade and above, attendance and tardy records.

What is the purpose of a PowerSchool?

Powerschool is an easy to use, web-based student information system. It is intended to provide parents and teachers with a tool to communicate student performance. Powerschool may be accessed from any place the parent/guardian can access the Internet. The application is a secure link that encrypts the data to and from the end user.

Does PowerSchool have an app?

PowerSchool has an App! The PowerSchool for Parents app is available for download on Google Play for Android devices as well as from the App Store for the iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch®. Parents can easily view each child's progress in a single feed to check grades, review assignments, and more!

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What is PowerSchool username and password?

It is usually your email address. It is not the username you used to sign in to the PowerSchool SIS portal. The PowerSchool ID is your new Unified Classroom username. It is usually your email address.

How do you log into Powerteacher?

Parents and students should use the link on the SMCC homepage to access our PowerSchool website. Students simply enter their STUDENT ID and STUDENT PASSWORD printed on the bottom of the PowerSchool letter to access their information. This is their permanent username and password.

How do I log into PowerSchool on my computer?

Type the PowerSchool URL into the address bar of your browser and press "Enter." Click on "Student Access." The Username and Password fields will display on-screen. Enter your PowerSchool login credentials, then click "Submit." In most cases, the Username will be your Student ID number.

Is PowerSchool and parent portal the same?

PowerSchool offers a Parent Single Sign-On to the Parent Portal where parents can have access to all of their children's information in one place in one account.

What is the access password for PowerSchool?

Your student's Access ID and password is generated and administered by your school district to protect your student's information. If you have not received an Access ID and password, we would suggest contacting your school district directly to receive them.

What is access password?

An access code is a series of numbers and/or letters that allow access to a particular system. An access code may be a password, although passwords are generally used in conjunction with usernames.

How do I check my grades on PowerSchool?

1:043:38How to Check Grades in PowerSchool - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipStep one is select account preferences. Step two click the student tab. Step three click the add.MoreStep one is select account preferences. Step two click the student tab. Step three click the add. Button.

How do I check my grades on PowerSchool as a student?

A: To view grades as a Student or Parent, go to the Grades tab in any of your classes and choose Gradebooks.

What can parents see in PowerSchool?

What can I see on the PowerSchool site? Parents and students can access the following information: * Grades for current classes, as well as the assignments that make up those grades. * Attendance for the past two weeks or for the whole quarter, including a legend of attendance codes used by the school.

How do I access the school portal?

0:084:03How to Access Your Student Portal - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipPortal. If it's your first time accessing your portal go ahead and look up account or reset passwordMorePortal. If it's your first time accessing your portal go ahead and look up account or reset password. Click ok enter in your last name and your full social security number or your student id.

How do you make a new parent portal?

0:403:18Creating a PowerSchool Parent Portal Account - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipClick create account button. The create parent account page appears enter your information in theMoreClick create account button. The create parent account page appears enter your information in the create parent account section enter your first and last names enter your email address.

How do I create a parent account?

0:031:46Prodigy Parents | How to create a parent account - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipToday then select parent. At the next screen you can create an account with google or you can createMoreToday then select parent. At the next screen you can create an account with google or you can create one manually by entering your full name email address and a password.

When is the 2021-2022 GCCS registration?

The registration process allows parents to choose the traditional or online option for the 2021-2022 school year. Students must be registered online by June 11, 2021, in order to secure a spot in the online program. Students registered after June 11, 2021, will be placed on a waiting list. Registration for the 2021-2022 GCCS Virtual Academy has now ...

When is the preschool program open in 2021?

Click here to apply for the 2021-2022 preschool program. The program is open to ALL students who will be 4 years old by Aug. 1, 2021 . Space is limited, so apply early! FAST FACTS: • All-day program.

Announcement

SchoolMessenger is a school notification system that is used district-wide. It is a powerful messaging system that allows the schools to send a variety of notifications to student’s parents and guardians.

Message to Parents

Studies have shown that student academic achievement increases when parents are involved with their children’s education and with their school. Parents are a crucial part of their children’s path to higher education.

For Parents: Navigating PowerSchool

The PowerSchool Parent Portal is part of the state’s student information system, called PowerSchool. The Parent Portal is part of the state's HomeBase online portal for parents, students and educators to access information in one place, with one login.

New Users

To use PowerSchool Parent Portal, go to pa.gcsnc.com to obtain your secure access ID and password, which should be used to create your account. Once that’s complete, you’ll receive an email instructing you how to create your account and then you will be able to manage your account information and link students to the account.

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