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PowerSchool Parent Portal & Mobile App Guide

PowerSchool Parent Portal & Mobile App Guide

Stay connected with your student’s academic journey. PowerSchool provides real-time updates on grades, attendance, assignment details, teacher comments, and school announcements.

Getting Started: Portal vs. App

You can access PowerSchool through a web browser on any device or by downloading the official mobile application.

Web Portal

Best For: Initial account setup, submitting district forms, and detailed grade breakdown.

How to Access: Log in via the PowerSchool website.

District Code: NWBF

Recommended Web Browsers: Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox (Note: Internet Explorer and Safari are not fully supported)

Mobile App

Best For: Quick daily check-ins, push notifications, and schedule viewing.

How to Access: Download PowerSchool Mobile (iOS/Android)

The official 'Get it on Google Play' badge with the multicolored triangle logo.  A black rectangular button with white text that reads 'Download on the App Store' and the Apple logo.

Logins & Account Setup

  • Creating an Account: Your account is set up directly by your child's school. If additional parents or legal guardians need access, contact your school or email bssdpschoolparents@bssd.net with your student's details.

  • Forgot Password/Username: Click "Forgot Username or Password?" on the portal login page. If you no longer access that email, contact bssdpschoolparents@bssd.net with your student's name, school, and your details. (Please allow 48 hours M–F for support responses).

  • Email Already Taken Error? If you have an inactive or graduated student tied to your email, email support to link your current student to your existing account.

  • Changing Password: Log into the portal, go to Account Preferences, and click the pencil icon next to your password.

  • Username: Same as their Office 365 login, without @bssdstd.net (e.g., John Doe > j.doe).

  • Password: The student's school lunch number.

  • Finding 365 Login: Parents can view this in the My Schedule left navigation under Locker Information in the Parent Portal.

  • Password Changes: Student passwords cannot be changed.

Mobile App Setup & Push Notifications

Get real-time updates on grade changes and attendance updates—or customize settings to only receive the alerts you want.

Setting Up the Mobile App

  • Download PowerSchool Mobile from your device's app store.

  • Enter the BSSD District Code: NWBF

  • Log in using your Parent or Student Portal username and password.

Managing Push Notifications: Mobile App

  1. Open and log into the PowerSchool Mobile app.

  2. Tap Menu > Settings > Notifications.

  3. Uncheck any notification types you wish to disable.

  4. Tap Submit or Save.

 

Managing Push Notifications: Device Settings

  • Android: Go to Settings > Apps > PowerSchool > Notifications.

  • iOS (Apple): Go to Settings > Notifications > PowerSchool.

Portal Features & Student Information

Grades & Progress

Track academic progress and individual assignment scores. (Note: Elementary grades are not displayed).

Email Updates

Set up automated email reports for grades and attendance at your preferred frequency.

Fees & Lunch Balances

View meal balances, fee items, and print fee statements. (Note: Fees are not shown in the mobile app, only the portal on your browser).

Lockers & Schedules

View locker numbers, combinations, and student class schedules.

Enroll­ment Express

Complete annual returning student forms and updates. New residency/immunizations are only needed if updated. (Required)

Frequently Asked Questions

    • For Grade Issues: Email or call your child's teacher directly.

    • For Attendance Issues: Contact the front office at your child's school.

  • Contact your student's school office, and staff will help guide you through alternative options.

     

    Find Your School's Contact Information

  • Contact your child's school directly to make alternative arrangements.

     

    Find Your School's Contact Information

  • "Data Access" means a separate Parent Portal account linked to an email address. If a second guardian needs access, email bssdpschoolparents@bssd.net with your current student info to create an account.

Need Additional Help?

  • Account & Email Issues: Contact bssdpschoolparents@bssd.net (Include student name, school, and your name/email. Allow 48 hours M–F).

  • School Info Errors / Incorrect School Listed: Reach out directly to your child's school main office.