Differences Between Parent and Student Accounts: Schoology
Schoology Family Resource Kit
Official PDF Translations
Watch the video to look at some important differences between Parent and Student accounts in Schoology. Information from the video is below.
- Parents and guardians have read only ability to students’ activities.
- Parents and guardians are not able to participate as students.
- Students must be logged into their own account to participate in a course or group in Schoology.
Parent Accounts | Student Accounts |
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Cannot submit assignments Can view what has been submitted. | Can submit assignments |
Cannot post in discussions. Sometimes may be able to view discussions, depending on settings. | Can post in discussions |
Cannot access assessments. | Can submit assessments |
Cannot post in media albums. Can view media albums. | Can post to media albums |
Cannot submit quizzes or tests for student. | Can attempt submissions of quizzes and tests |
To view student or parent accounts
- Click the arrow in the upper right corner near your name
- Select the account you wish to view.
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In FCPS, we've created a series of short videos to help you learn how to navigate Schoology.
Welcome FCPS Parents and Guardians to Schoology
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Learn the basics of using your Parent Schoology account to communicate with you student's school and teachers.
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