Creating a Parent Canvas Account

Ask your child to generate a pairing code for each parent/guardian/mentor. Using a computer, not a mobile device, go to Account > Settings > Pair with Observer (write down the code) > OK

1. Using a computer, not a mobile device, go to xavier.instructure.com
2. As shown below, click on the link “Parent of a Canvas User?”
3. Fill out your name and email, choose a password, enter the pairing code and check the box to agree to the terms. 
4. Open your email to complete the account registration.
5. If you have another child to add, go to Account -> Settings -> Observing and add the other child’s information.

• See grades for all of your children with one login
• See multiple children’s due dates on the same calendar
• Get communications that teachers send to parents
• Set notification preferences for text messages and/or email at the frequency you prefer