Canvas as a Learning Platform

Katy Virtual School students use Canvas as a learning platform. Watch the video below to learn how to navigate through Canvas.

Canvas Overview for Students

Set Your Canvas Notifications

Set your notification preferences to ensure you stay informed. Notifications can be set for Canvas messaging and upcoming assignments.

Updating Your Notifications:

How do I set my Canvas Notifications?

Learn more about changing your notification settings in Canvas by reading the following Canvas guide: How do I manage my Canvas notification settings as a student?

If I am temporarily leaving the country how do I change the time zone?

If you are traveling to a different time zone and you want to adjust your assignment due dates you can do so by reading this Canvas guide: How do I set a time zone in my user account as a student?

Technology Requirements and Skills

Review the requirements and skills needed.

Browser and Computer Requirements

For best performance, Canvas should be used on the current or first previous major release of Google Chrome. Firefox, Edge, or Safari may be used, but certain course features only work in Google Chrome.

Your computer operating system should be kept up to date with the latest recommended security updates and upgrades. If you still need help, visit: Browser and Computer Requirements for Canvas.Links to an external site.

Minimum Technology Requirements

You are expected to provide your own technology, including a computer, Internet access, Google Chrome, a headset with microphone, and a webcam.

Skills

Download and upload files
Download and install software
How to scan and upload a document
Access your Google Drive
Check your KISD student email
Copy and paste
How to create a PDF

More skills can be found in the KVS Student Handbook.

How to Review Grades and Feedback

Monitor your course performance by reviewing grades and teacher feedback.

Checking Grades

Read the following Canvas guide on how to view grades: How do I view my grades in a current course?

How to Review Grades and Feedback

Read the following Canvas guide on how to review feedback: How do I view assignment comments from my instructor?

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Navigate Your Course

Set Your Canvas Notifications

Updating Your Notifications:

Technology Requirements and Skills

How to Review Grades and Feedback

How to Review Grades and Feedback