The Parent File adds parents to the system. This file is required only if you are using Single Sign-On (SSO) authentication.

The Parent File Columns

This file lists all the parents and must contain the following fields:

  • ParentID - Identifies the parent. This must be unique.
  • First - Contains the first name of the parent.
  • Last - Contains the last name of the parent.
  • Email - Contains the parent’s email address. Only one email address should be entered here.

File Format

  • File Type: Tab-delimited text file (*.txt or *.tsv).
  • First Row: Must contain column headers.
  • Example Tools: Export from Excel or Google Sheets as Tab-delimited Text.

TEMPLATE

ParentID

First

Last

Email

37890

Sarah

Jones

sjones@aparent.com

38750

Bob

Williams

bwilliams@aparent.com

Important Notes

  • ParentID and Email must be unique. If multiple rows contain the same ParentID, only one contact will be created, with each row updating the previously imported record
  • If multiple rows contain the same Email, only one contact will be created, with each row updating the previously imported record.
  • If you do not want parents to attach students to their accounts, disable this option in Global Setup > Business Setup under Miscellaneous by unchecking "Allow parents to attach and detach students."

Where to Check Imported Data?

  • The Parent File imports contact records only.
  • dmins can check the Contacts page in the Admin UI to verify the imported parents.