7-12 Canvas Information

A Learning Management System (LMS) is a way to simplify teaching and learning by connecting the digital tools teachers, students and parents use.

The use of Canvas will be varied, depending on the subject and the teacher needs. 

Grade 7-12 Teachers May Use Canvas To:

• Receive and grade student assignments, discussions, and quizzes

• Easily align assignments and rubrics to standards and/or learning objectives

• Provide students with written, audio, or video feedback on submitted work

• Post assigned work and course-related events into a class calendar

• Organize course materials and assignments to make them easier to find and access

• Push course notifications to students via email and text

If you are having technical issues, please consult with your teacher first. If the issue cannot be resolved still, the teacher will put in a ticket to resolve the issue.

Students will access Canvas by logging in through Clever with their ALA schools email account. All courses on the student’s schedule should be on the student dashboard in Canvas. In every English class, there is a brief instructional unit to introduce students to Canvas and guide them through internet safety and etiquette. The course MUST be completed prior to accessing the rest of the content for the English class. 

• Canvas App for Students

• Getting started as a Parent Observer

• Canvas App For Parents

• Access class materials and assignments online using any device or browser

• Track student progress through ongoing teacher feedback 

• Receive course announcements instantaneously on a preferred device(s)

• Stay up to date with student work during a student absence 

• Easily collaborate with peers and communicate with the teacher

• Some teachers may not use Canvas as a classroom tool 

• Grades are only available to view in the Infinite Campus portal

• Some teachers may prefer you to contact them via their school email, not via Canvas. 

• Any issues you have with the course content, please contact your teacher. 

If you are having difficulty logging in or viewing your courses, please talk to your teacher or an administrator for more assistance.