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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Internet school calendar?

An Internet school calendar is a digital version of a school calendar, created using the iCalendar standard. The iCalendar standard allows you to add any Internet school calendar to most digital calendaring programs, including Cozi, Google, Yahoo, iCal, Microsoft Outlook, and more. See What are Internet calendars? for more information.

Why should I use an Internet calendar from my child's school?

Parents and schools both benefit when everyone uses an Internet calendar. You'll love being able to:

  • Add each child's Internet school calendar to your personal digital calendar—Cozi, Google, Yahoo, iCal, Microsoft Outlook, or any digital calendar that supports the iCalendar standard.
  • Receive any schedule changes or school closures automatically.
  • Access the school calendar whenever and wherever you need it.
  • Plan vacations, after-school activities, and appointments more easily.
  • Save time and eliminate accidental double bookings on your calendar.

How is an Internet school calendar different from the other calendars that my school has on its web site?

An Internet school calendar is maintained and updated by the school, so it always has the most up-to-date information. And after you've added the Internet calendar to your digital calendaring program, you'll automatically receive any updates. No more calling the school to find out the time of the Science Fair. No more manually updating the calendar on your fridge for those make-up days from the last snowstorm.

What calendaring programs do Internet school calendars work with?

You can add your school's Internet calendar to any calendaring program that supports the iCalendar format, including Cozi, Google, Yahoo, iCal, Microsoft Outlook, and more.

Will the Internet school calendar be automatically updated in the event of snow days and schedule changes?

If your child's school updates its Internet calendar, you'll automatically see those updates in your calendaring program.

How do I add the school Internet calendar for my child's school to my calendaring program?

It's easy! Once you've found your school's Internet calendar, we'll provide the URL you need to reference in your calendaring program, along with a link to instructions for adding to the most popular calendaring programs. And we'll send you an email just in case you don't have time to add it now.

What if my child's school hasn't made an Internet calendar available?

Add your vote to join the movement of parents asking for an Internet calendar for your child's school. After you add your vote, we'll send you an email that you can forward to other parents at your child's school encouraging them to join the movement, as well as an email that you can forward to the school's administration to encourage them to create a school year Internet calendar at no cost, in less than 25 minutes, at Intand.com.

How can my school publish an Internet calendar for parents to use?

It's super easy! Schools can create and publish their school year calendar in less than 25 minutes by going to Intand.com. Because Internet calendars offer such efficiency and a direct line of communication with parents, many schools choose to purchase a more comprehensive solution that also covers facilities schedules, sports teams, clubs, and more. Gone are the days of event conflicts since the entire school staff has access to all the latest information in a single place.

Is this free?

Internet school calendars are free for all parents to use. Schools can create and publish their school year Internet calendar at no cost, in less than 25 minutes, by going to Intand.com. Because Internet calendars offer such efficiency and a direct line of communication with parents, many schools choose to purchase a more comprehensive solution that also covers facilities schedules, sports teams, clubs, and more.

What if I can't find my child's school on the list?

Not a problem. Choose the first item in the list, "--District Not Listed--", "--School Not Listed--", or "--Campus Not
Listed--" (if private school), then type the name of the district, school and/or campus (if private school), and then click the Add my vote button. After completing the information on the voting page, we'll add your child's school to the list.

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