Quick Links for Parents
PowerSchool Parent Portal: Student Information System
PowerSchool Parent Portal
Student Information System
PowerSchool is our Student Information System (SIS). This is the foundation for many of our other programs and services, as they will pull student and parent information directly from PowerSchool. The PowerSchool Parent Portal allows you to access your child's school information. In particular, you will be able to:
- Check your child's grades at any time throughout the school year;
- Monitor your child's attendance;
- View your child's demographic information; and
- Register for the upcoming school year.
Accessing the PowerSchool Parent Portal
APP: Download the PowerSchool Parent Portal mobile app on Google Play or from the Apple App Store.
WEB: Access the web-based version of the PowerSchool Parent Portal here.
Logging into the PowerSchool Parent Portal
Parents and guardians of PTS students will need to create an account to access the PowerSchool Parent Portal. You will need the codes that have been generated specifically for you and your student in order to create your account. Please contact your child's school to obtain your unique code. Once you have the codes, visit http://pts.powerschool.com to create your account. You will then be able to add your children to your account. Parent and student codes will be automatically sent to kindergarten families shortly after the beginning of the school year.
For more information on Powerschool or for help with using the PowerSchool Parent Portal, visit the PowerSchool Parent Portal page on our website.
Ride 360: School Bus Transportation Information
Ride 360
School Bus Transportation Information
Ride 360
Ride 360 provides quick access to your child's school bus routing information, including their bus stop, route, and bus number. Families have access to information on where your child's school bus is and its expected arrival time. This information is available on the web and on the Ride 360 app, available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play. Families who download the app can receive notifications from our transportation department regarding important transportation information.
How to set up your PTS Ride 360 account using the WEBSITE
1. Using your web browser, go to https://inportagetwnscorp.traversaride360.com/.
2. Register your account by clicking "Register".
3. To register, enter your email address, password, and name. (You will be able to use this information to log into the Ride 360 app as well.)
4. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Click on the link in your email to confirm your registration through the Ride 360 website.
5. Log in, then find your student by going to My Students and clicking the "Find Student" button.
6. Enter your student's student ID (this can be found in the PowerSchool Parent Portal at http://pts.powerschool.com). Repeat this step to add additional students. If you need assistance, please contact the PTS Transportation Department at [email protected].
7. Once you have linked to a student, click on that student's profile to see all relevant transportation information.
8. To share a student link with another person, select a student and click the Student Option in the lower-right corner. (This is a great way to share transportation information with family or neighbors who may offer childcare before or after school.) Choose which students to share, then enter the email of the person you would like to share with That person will receive a confirmation email that will automatically link them to the shared student(s). Recipients must register with Ride 360 to access the student information.
How to set up your PTS Ride 360 account using the MOBILE APP
1. Download "Traversa Ride 360" from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
2. After the app installation is complete, open Traversa Ride 360.
3. When prompted to find your school district, search for Portage Township Schools. If you need further assistance, please contact the Transportation Department at [email protected]
4. Once you have selected the district, you will proceed to the login page. If you have not already registered, click "Register".
5. To register, enter your email address, password, and name. (You will be able to use this information to log into the Ride 360 website as well.)
6. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Click on the link in your email to confirm your registration through the Ride 360 website.
7. Log in, then find the student by going to My Students and choosing the + button. This will present the Find a Student screen.
8. Enter your student's ID number (this can be found in the PowerSchool Parent Portal at http://pts.powerschool.com) and date of birth to ind your student. Repeat this step to add additional students. If you need assistance, please contact the Transportation Department at [email protected]
9. Once you have linked a student, click on that student's profile to see all relevant transportation information.
10. To share a student link with another person, select a student and click the "Student Options" in the lower-right corner. (This is a great way to share transportation information with family or neighbors who may offer childcare before or after school.) Choose which students to share, then enter the email of the person you would like to share with. That person will receive a confirmation email that will automatically link them to the shared student(s). Recipients must register with Ride 360 to access the student information.
Once you have set up an account in Ride 360, you can use the same login information for the app and website.
Questions? Need help? Email [email protected].
Ride 360 provides quick access to your child's school bus routing information, including their bus stop, route, and bus number. Families have access to information on where your child's school bus is and its expected arrival time. This information is available on the web and on the Ride 360 app, available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play. Families who download the app can receive notifications from our transportation department regarding important transportation information.
How to set up your PTS Ride 360 account using the WEBSITE
1. Using your web browser, go to https://inportagetwnscorp.traversaride360.com/.
2. Register your account by clicking "Register".
3. To register, enter your email address, password, and name. (You will be able to use this information to log into the Ride 360 app as well.)
4. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Click on the link in your email to confirm your registration through the Ride 360 website.
5. Log in, then find your student by going to My Students and clicking the "Find Student" button.
6. Enter your student's student ID (this can be found in the PowerSchool Parent Portal at http://pts.powerschool.com). Repeat this step to add additional students. If you need assistance, please contact the PTS Transportation Department at [email protected].
7. Once you have linked to a student, click on that student's profile to see all relevant transportation information.
8. To share a student link with another person, select a student and click the Student Option in the lower-right corner. (This is a great way to share transportation information with family or neighbors who may offer childcare before or after school.) Choose which students to share, then enter the email of the person you would like to share with That person will receive a confirmation email that will automatically link them to the shared student(s). Recipients must register with Ride 360 to access the student information.
How to set up your PTS Ride 360 account using the MOBILE APP
1. Download "Traversa Ride 360" from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
2. After the app installation is complete, open Traversa Ride 360.
3. When prompted to find your school district, search for Portage Township Schools. If you need further assistance, please contact the Transportation Department at [email protected]
4. Once you have selected the district, you will proceed to the login page. If you have not already registered, click "Register".
5. To register, enter your email address, password, and name. (You will be able to use this information to log into the Ride 360 website as well.)
6. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Click on the link in your email to confirm your registration through the Ride 360 website.
7. Log in, then find the student by going to My Students and choosing the + button. This will present the Find a Student screen.
8. Enter your student's ID number (this can be found in the PowerSchool Parent Portal at http://pts.powerschool.com) and date of birth to ind your student. Repeat this step to add additional students. If you need assistance, please contact the Transportation Department at [email protected]
9. Once you have linked a student, click on that student's profile to see all relevant transportation information.
10. To share a student link with another person, select a student and click the "Student Options" in the lower-right corner. (This is a great way to share transportation information with family or neighbors who may offer childcare before or after school.) Choose which students to share, then enter the email of the person you would like to share with. That person will receive a confirmation email that will automatically link them to the shared student(s). Recipients must register with Ride 360 to access the student information.
Once you have set up an account in Ride 360, you can use the same login information for the app and website.
Questions? Need help? Email [email protected].
My School Bucks: Food Services
My School Bucks
Food Services
My School Bucks is a platform in which families can find all information related to our PTS Food Services Department. With My School Bucks, you can add funds to your child's account with a debit or credit card, set up recurring payments, and receive "low balance" alerts.
Sign Up for an Account
- Visit the My School Bucks website and click on "Sign Up Free."
- Follow the prompts to set up your account.
- Once you are logged in, you will be able to add your children to your account.
All PTS students will receive free breakfast and lunch throughout the 2023-2024 school year. You are still welcome to add money to your child's account in the event they would like to purchase additional food or a la carte items at school.
E-Funds: Pay Curricular Fees Online
E-Funds
Pay Curricular Fees Online
Families can pay their child's curricular fees for the school year online with E-Funds. Visit the E-Funds website and either login, register for an account, or pay as a guest. You are welcome to make a payment on your child's curricular fee account at any point during the school year. Curricular fees include textbooks, workbooks, online learning tools, and other student and technology fees.Families who receive textbook assistance will need to submit a free/reduced meals application in Titan. You may check the status of your application in Titan as well. Curricular fee accounts will show a balance until PTS receives and disburses the textbook assistance funds, typically in the spring.
Families are welcome to pay their child's curricular fees in one of four ways:
- Pay online with E-Funds.
- Call the PTS Administration Building at (219)762-6511 to make a payment over the phone.
- Visit your child's school or the PTS Administration Building to make a payment in person.
- Mail your payment to your child's school or the PTS Administration Building at 6240 U.S. Highway 6, Portage, IN 46368. Checks must be made out to Portage Township Schools and include your child's name on the memo line.
ParentSquare: Communications Platform
ParentSquare
School and Family Communication Platform
ParentSquare is the primary communication tool for Portage Township Schools. ParentSquare provides a simple and safe way for everyone at school to connect. With ParentSquare, you are able to:
- Receive all school and classroom communication via email, text or app
- Easily contact your child's teachers
- View the school and classroom calendar and RSVP for events
- Easily sign up to volunteer and/or bring items
Access ParentSquare
WEB: Access ParentSquare on the web at http://www.parentsquare.com.
APP: Access the ParentSquare mobile app via Google Play or Apple App Store.
Activate your Account
- Visit www.parentsquare.com and click on the "Sign-In" button.
- In the "Sign Up/Create Password" box, enter your email address. (This must be the email address you provided at registration.)
- You will receive an activation email from ParentSquare. Follow the directions in the email to activate your account. It takes less than one minute!