How to Invite Parents to Google Classroom in 3 Fast Steps

Keeping parents up to date with their child’s progress in Google Classroom on Windows, Mac, and mobile devices is a critical part of being a teacher. Parents can’t assist their children if they are not aware of any concerns, such as assignments not being submitted, etc. 

Let’s look at how teachers can invite parents to Google Classroom.

How to Invite Parents to Google Classroom

Step 1: Click on the ‘Students’ Section and Then ‘Settings’

Open the program and log in to your account. Click on the Students section at the top of your screen. Next, click on ‘Settings.’ 

Step 2: Enable the Guardians Function

Click the button next to ‘Include this class in guardian email summaries.’ This will ensure that parents have access to the summaries regarding their child’s performance. Exit the program entirely to give it a chance to set up the new feature and then reopen Google Classroom.

Step 3: Select the Class You Want to Add Parents To

On the main page, select which class you would like to add parents too. Within the class, you want to change, navigate to the ‘Students’ section. Click on the student, and then click on the ‘Invite Guardian’ button, fill in the parent’s email address and click on ‘Invite.’

Keep Parents in the Loop

As you can see, it is effortless to keep parents in the loop and updated with their child’s progress or areas they may struggle in.