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Gowanda Central School District
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One place for district alerts, school and classroom updates, direct messages, calendars, forms, photos and more.
New to ParentSquare? Gowanda creates family accounts from the contact information on file with the district. You do not need to create a separate account from scratch.
Gowanda CSD's family communication platform
AlertsEmergency and time-sensitive notices
MessagesTwo-way school communication
TranslationChoose your preferred language
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Get connected in three steps
ParentSquare is Gowanda CSD's primary school-to-home communication platform. Family accounts are connected to the contact information in the district's student information system.
Download the app
The free app puts school news, messages, forms, event information and alerts in one convenient place on your phone or tablet.
Choose your deviceSet your preferences
Choose your preferred language and whether non-emergency posts arrive instantly or together in a Daily Digest. Urgent alerts still arrive immediately.
View family guides
One communication hub
What families can do in ParentSquare
Receive important updates
Get district, school and classroom information by app notification, email, text and, when used by the district, voice call.
Message school staff
Use direct messaging for secure, two-way communication with teachers and other school staff.
Keep up with activities
See event information, calendars, reminders and other timely school announcements.
Use your preferred language
Set a language preference and use ParentSquare's automatic translation tools for posts and direct messages.
Complete school tasks
When included in a post, respond to forms, permission requests, RSVPs, volunteer opportunities and appointment sign-ups.
Manage one family account
See communication connected to your students in one account and combine duplicate parent accounts when needed.
Take it with you
Download the ParentSquare app
The web version works on any modern browser, but the mobile app is the easiest way to receive push notifications and keep school communication close at hand.
ParentSquare app download page
Watch & learn
ParentSquare video tutorials
Start with a quick overview, then use ParentSquare's current family resource center for additional short tutorials.
Overview
ParentSquare in 3 Minutes
A fast introduction to the platform and how it brings school communication together.
Families
Parents & Guardians Training
A longer walkthrough of common ParentSquare features and family account settings.
Looking for a specific tutorial?
Browse ParentSquare Tutorials
ParentSquare maintains additional videos for notification settings, sign-ups and other features in its launch resources.
Step-by-step support
How-to guides for parents & guardians
Use these quick links for the tasks families most often need when getting started.
Getting started
Parent & Guardian Guide
ParentSquare's current family getting-started resources, including English and Spanish materials.
Open guide center → NotificationsChange Notification Settings
Learn how Instant and Digest delivery work and where to update notification preferences.
View instructions → LanguageSet Your Preferred Language
Find the language settings on the web or in the ParentSquare mobile app.
View instructions → AccountsCombine Parent Accounts
Use one ParentSquare login when duplicate family accounts need to be combined.
Combine accounts → SupportParentSquare Help Center
Find current account setup tips, troubleshooting information and support resources.
Visit Help Center → Gowanda CSDRead the District Launch Information
Review Gowanda's ParentSquare launch details, account information and notification guidance.
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Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
These answers are tailored to the way Gowanda Central School District is using ParentSquare.
Do I have to create a ParentSquare account?
Gowanda generates an account for each parent or legal guardian using the contact information in the district's student information system. Activate the account from your invitation, or sign in with the email address or cell phone number the district has on file.
What if ParentSquare does not recognize my email or phone number?
Contact your student's school main office and ask staff to verify the email address and phone number in the district's records. ParentSquare account information is synchronized from those records.
Will I still receive messages if I do not download the app?
Yes. ParentSquare can deliver school communication through channels such as email and text even if you do not use the mobile app. Activating your account is still recommended because it lets you manage preferences and use the full set of family features.
What is the difference between Instant and Daily Digest?
Instant sends non-emergency post notifications as they are published. Daily Digest combines non-emergency posts into one evening delivery. Time-sensitive and emergency alerts are sent immediately.
Can ParentSquare translate messages?
Yes. Families can set a preferred language, and ParentSquare supports automatic translation for posts and direct messages. You can change your language preference from your account settings.
I have children connected to more than one ParentSquare account. What should I do?
Parent accounts can be combined. Sign in to your main account, open account management, and use the option to combine with another account. If students are still missing afterward, contact the appropriate school office so your contact information can be reviewed.
Where should I update a new phone number or email address?
Because Gowanda's ParentSquare data is tied to district student records, contact your student's school main office whenever your phone number or email address changes.
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Having trouble getting connected?
If your email address, phone number or student information is incorrect or missing, contact your student's school main office so the district record can be reviewed.
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