
Technology for Parents
Canvas for Parents
Middle & Upper School
Canvas is the official learning management system for Middle and Upper School students. It’s where assignments are posted, submitted, and graded. Parents can access Canvas through the Parent app using an observer login, which provides a read-only view of their child’s account.
Parent access is completely optional. Some families choose to use an observer login, while others prefer to periodically sit down with their child and review Canvas together on the student’s iPad. These conversations often include looking at the calendar and to-do list to stay informed about upcoming assignments. Every family—and even each child within a family—may engage with Canvas differently. We encourage you to choose the approach that works best for you and your student.
Click here to access the TVS Canvas Parent Observer Hub. This Parent Observer Hub is your one-stop resource for everything you need to get started with Canvas as a parent observer. Here, you will find step-by-step instructions for creating your observer account, connecting to your student’s Canvas account, and learning how to use the available observer features to stay informed and support your child throughout the school year.
Seesaw for Parents
Lower School
Seesaw is the primary learning platform used in the Lower School. It allows students to complete activities, showcase their work in digital portfolios, and engage in classroom learning. Teachers also use Seesaw to share important updates and post photos that highlight classroom experiences.
Digital Citizenship
Supporting Safe & Healthy Habits
TVS is committed to supporting our students and families in developing safe and healthy habits with technology. We are continuously reviewing our filtering and safety policies on devices and examining products that provide the best services to meet our needs.
We enforce YouTube’s Restricted Mode and Google’s SafeSearch whenever possible because they provide some protections, but these are not complete solutions and rely on YouTube and Google’s flagged content and definitions of age appropriate.
Web filtering can be impacted by the category of the site. Many legitimate sites have some content that is not appropriate for all ages such as Spotify (categorized as streaming music), Etsy (categorized as shopping), and Libby/Overdrive (categorized as reading/education).
While the technology tools are helpful guardrails, unfortunately no technology tool will ever be able to catch all inappropriate content. Devices should always be used in an open space with supervision. We encourage school devices to be put away when schoolwork is done. We also encourage parents to have your child’s passcode so that you are able to review the apps and browsing history.
- Network Level Filtering (on-campus only)
- Device Level Filtering (Lower and Middle School devices, on and off-campus)
- Kindergarten - 6th Grade Limited Web Browsing
- Google Accounts
- Tools Provided to Parents (ScreenGuide)
Network Level Filtering (on-campus only)
Device Level Filtering (Lower and Middle School devices, on and off-campus)
Kindergarten - 6th Grade Limited Web Browsing
Google Accounts
Tools Provided to Parents (ScreenGuide)
Educational Technology Tools
The educational technology tools listed below have been carefully selected and purchased by our Technology Department to support teaching, learning, creativity, communication, and student success.
We believe technology should serve a clear educational purpose—not simply be used for technology's sake. Every digital tool we provide is thoughtfully evaluated for its instructional value, student privacy and security, age appropriateness, accessibility, and alignment with our curriculum and learning goals. Before a tool is introduced to students, we consider how it enhances learning and whether it provides meaningful benefits that cannot be achieved as effectively through other methods.
Our approach to educational technology is intentional and balanced. Teachers use these tools when they support specific learning objectives, and students are guided in using them responsibly and purposefully. We are committed to providing technology experiences that enrich learning while remaining developmentally appropriate and focused on student growth.
The information below outlines the digital resources available to students, including grade-level access, a brief description of each tool, and sign in process.
|
Tool |
Lower |
Middle |
Upper |
Purpose |
Login |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seesaw | ✓ |
Digital portfolios, classroom activities, and communication between school and families. |
Clever SSO | ||
| Canvas | 4 | ✓ | ✓ | Learning management system used to organize assignments, resources, grades, and class communication. | Clever SSO |
| Accelerated Reader | 2, 3, 4 | 5 | Supports reading practice and helps students track comprehension and reading growth. | Clever SSO | |
| Adobe Creative Cloud | ✓ | ✓ | Professional creative tools for graphic design, photography, video production, and digital media projects. | Clever SSO | |
| Canva | 2, 3, 4 | ✓ | ✓ | Easy-to-use design platform for creating presentations, graphics, videos, and other visual projects. | Clever SSO |
| Delta Math | ✓ | ✓ | Provides personalized mathematics practice, assignments, and feedback. | Google SSO | |
| Desmos | ✓ | ✓ | Interactive graphing, mathematics visualization, and problem-solving tools. | Google SSO | |
| Edpuzzle | ✓ | ✓ | Enhances instructional videos with embedded questions, notes, and learning activities. | Google SSO | |
| Flint AI | ✓ | ✓ | Artificial intelligence tool that supports research, writing, critical thinking, and personalized learning experiences. | Google SSO | |
| Garage Band | 2, 3, 4 | ✓ | Digital music creation and audio recording software for music and multimedia projects. | Apple Device | |
| Google Workspace | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Suite of productivity and collaboration tools including Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drive, and Gmail. | Google SSO |
| Gradient | ✓ | Assessment and grading tool that allows teachers to quickly score paper-based assessments using a camera, providing immediate results and data. | Google SSO | ||
| iMovie | 2, 3, 4 | ✓ | Video editing software used for storytelling, presentations, and multimedia projects. | Apple Device | |
| IXL | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Personalized practice and skill development in mathematics and language arts. | Clever SSO |
| Membean | ✓ | ✓ | Vocabulary development platform that builds word knowledge through personalized instruction and practice. | Google SSO | |
| Nearpod | ✓ | Interactive lessons that engage students through presentations, activities, quizzes, and formative assessments. | Clever SSO | ||
| Newsela | ✓ | Literacy tool that provides accessible, high-quality reading materials to strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking. | Clever SSO | ||
| Notability | ✓ | ✓ | Digital note-taking, annotation, and organization tool for classroom learning. | Google SSO | |
| NotebookLM (Google) | ✓ | AI-powered research and study tool that helps students organize information, analyze sources, and generate study materials. | Google SSO | ||
| Tinkercad | 2, 3, 4 | ✓ | 3D design, modeling, and engineering platform used for creativity, problem-solving, and STEM learning. | Clever SSO | |
| Typing.com | 2, 3, 4 | ✓ | Keyboarding instruction and practice to build typing accuracy and fluency. | Clever SSO | |
| XtraMath | ✓ | Builds fluency and confidence with foundational math facts through short, personalized practice sessions. | Clever SSO |
Click here to access a comprehensive list of our Library Databases.
Technical Support
TVS is committed to providing timely and effective support for our students and families as they use school technology. We maintain a dedicated Help Desk to assist with technical issues, answer questions, and ensure devices are functioning properly for learning.
Our Help Desk team can be reached by calling 817.321.0144 or by opening a support ticket via email at helpdesk@tvs.org. We encourage families to reach out whenever assistance is needed, whether it is troubleshooting a device, accessing school platforms, or addressing general technology concerns.
In addition to direct support, we have provided the resources below to help families navigate common questions and make the most of school technology tools. While our team is always available to help, these resources may offer quick guidance and answers for frequently encountered situations.
Technology Team
Please reach out to our Help Desk for support - helpdesk@tvs.org, 817-321-0144







