Flow Now Supports Canvas

by Edlink Team

Schools using Canvas can now keep their data aligned automatically with Flow.

Flow gives K-12 IT teams a reliable, fully supported way to keep their Student Information System and Canvas in sync. Instead of relying on manual processes or one off fixes, schools can trust that their data stays accurate across systems without constant oversight.

Rosters, classes, enrollments, assignments, and grades sync automatically. Once Flow is connected, it works in the background so IT teams can spend less time troubleshooting and more time supporting teaching and learning.

How Sync Issues Show Up in Classrooms

Canvas is powerful, but keeping it aligned with your SIS can quickly become a behind the scenes burden. Small data issues can turn into daily frustrations for teachers and admins.

Schools often run into challenges like:

  • Teachers not seeing the right students in their courses
  • Enrollment changes not reflecting quickly in Canvas
  • Manual grade transfer at the end of marking periods

Flow is designed to remove that friction. It automatically handles both rostering and grade passback, helping schools feel confident that their SIS and Canvas are working together the way they should.

All syncs are secure and FERPA compliant, so student data stays protected.

What You Can Expect with Flow

Fast, guided setup
Connect Canvas and your SIS in quickly with support from the Edlink team.

Flexible control
Decide what data syncs and how, so the integration fits your school’s needs.

Ongoing, automatic syncs
Flow keeps people, classes, and enrollments up to date on a regular schedule, while assignments and grades sync continuously as teachers work in Canvas.

About Canvas

Canvas, developed by Instructure, is a widely used learning management system that helps K-12 schools and districts deliver engaging instruction, manage assignments, and support communication between teachers and students. Its flexibility and modern design make it a popular choice for schools looking to streamline teaching and learning.

Interested in Piloting Canvas + Flow?

Schools using Canvas can apply to pilot the Canvas and Flow integration.

If your school uses Canvas and you are interested in participating, fill out this short form to tell us about your systems and setup.

Our team will follow up with next steps based on your environment and goals.

Learn more about Flow

Here are other articles we’ve written about rostering and integrations to help you on your journey:

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