Step 4: Send a Message in ParentSquare

Messages in ParentSquare are designed for 1:1 or 1:small group communication while Posts are designed for groups such as classroom communities. Messages are limited to members of a school community (staff, parents & secondary students). Thus, you will not see names of teachers from other schools or central office staff. Automatic translation is a major feature of this tool. Users select a preferred languageand all text will be translated. See animation sample below.

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Send a message to a school colleague:

1. From the homepage, click on the "Messages" button on the left navigation menu.

2. From the messages page click on the "New Message" button.

3. Type the name of a colleague to display search results, then select staff member to add name to Recipients field.

4. Choose private or group message.

5. Type your message in the language you have selected in ParentSquare. Add any photos or attachments to your message through the camera and paperclip icons below the message field. When you're done, click the "Send" button.

For those who prefer a screencast, watch below: