How many times has this happened to you? You click on the link that’s supposed to log you into your child’s online grade book, but when you type in your username and password, you get an error message stating that the account doesn’t exist. Maybe it says something about not recognizing your email address or claiming that the username has already been used. No matter what it says, you end up feeling frustrated because you can’t get into the site and check on your child’s grades or progress. You probably want to scream or shout!

What is Skyward?

What is Skystead? Think of it as your company’s command center. From there, you can see all the details on a student’s performance: attendance, test scores, assignments, discipline incidents and more. Plus, you can access information from any device — laptop, tablet or phone. And the best part is that with one login, multiple parents have easy access to view their child’s progress. It really does make life easier for busy families!

How Does it Work?

For families who want to be more involved in their child’s education, now there is a way. The district has implemented an online registration process called Skyward FBISD Login Family Access. Through this, parents and guardians can view grades and attendance on the same day they are assigned by teachers. They can also see progress on curriculum-based assignments, graduation credits, AP tests, or IB tests that have been taken or will be taken in the near future. Plus, they will receive notifications when they are available. Families no longer need to wait for information on their children; instead they can keep up with it themselves through family access!

Who Can Use It?

Anyone with a last name that starts with A-M can use this service. You do not need an assigned student ID number or password to access the login page. The site provides a general overview of what is happening in your child’s classes and grade. But parents are unable to view their child’s grades or test scores, update their contact information, enter lunch orders, make payments, or communicate via message boards. One benefit of Skyward FBISD Login Family Access is that it allows you as a parent instant notification if your child has received homework from his teacher or been given any assignments. However, some parents don’t like the idea of additional parental involvement in their children’s schoolwork outside of normal school hours.

How do I Log In?

In order to log in, you’ll need your SID and PIN. The SID is the first three digits of your student ID number, and the PIN is a 4-digit numerical code chosen by you. Once inside the app, click on Launch next to any of the schools listed in your district. Your list of schools will display at the top left corner of your screen. Next, select a school from that list and click Launch again. This will bring up more information about your selected school including information about classes you’re enrolled in and messages from teachers or parents that have been sent specifically to you.

What Kind of Questions can I ask about My Child’s Progress?

Start by getting answers to some of the most common questions you might have about your child’s progress. How do I see my student’s report card? Where are the STAAR scores? Can I view teacher feedback on my student’s assignments? What if my student has a question for his/her teacher or coach that can’t be answered at school? How do I contact teachers and coaches, and access grades and attendance? Teachers, coaches, and counselors respond to messages sent through the app within 24 hours Monday-Friday during the academic year. If you have a question outside of business hours, please call 844-652-6978 and press 1. Grades are available in Skyward Parent Portal with first login on September 12th. Attendance is available in Student Home Center beginning September 18th.

Why Do I Need a Password at All?

Many schools have switched over to a new online system called ‘Skyward‘. This system has the potential to help parents and students stay on top of school records. In order for parents and students to access the information, they must sign up for an account by entering in contact information and other required fields. Once they have completed this process, it is time for them to set up their passwords. 

The password is what allows people access into the account, so it’s important that everyone remembers their password. Often, a parent or student will use a variation of their birth date as the password because there are only numbers and lowercase letters that are allowed, making it easy for them not to forget the password.

How Do I Reset My Password if I Forget Mine?

If you forget your password, there are two options for resetting it. The first option is that you go to the login page and click on Forgot Password? If the system recognizes that your email address matches a student record, then it will send an email with a link and temporary password so that you can set up a new one. The second option is also through the website: after logging in, if you can’t remember your password or if the system won’t recognize your email address, look for a Can’t Remember Your Password? option near the bottom of the screen.

What else should I know about using this site?

1. The search box on the home page can be used to find students and families 
2. Signing in with a Facebook account is also an option 
3. There are seven different tabs on the site including General, Homework, Attendance, Reports, Schedules, Daily Notes, and Web Page 
4. If a teacher has started an assignment but hasn’t submitted it yet you’ll be able to see the grade and student comments 
5. All grades from public schools in Fort Bend ISD are included when a student enrolls 
6. If you are adding a child who does not live in Fort Bend ISD, then their records will only show grades for up to four weeks of instruction
7. Most people find that using Skyward is easier than using spreadsheets or Word docs