Pay4SchoolStuff vs CMS ParentSquare Usage & Stats
Pay4SchoolStuff is an innovative online management solution for schools and their affiliated organizations (PTA/PTO's, Booster Clubs, etc.) parents and staff. It is designed to be easy to use and is convenient to quickly set up an account. Log in, pay for items, and have full record-keeping and reporting capabilities.
Our new P4SS Mobile App is designed to give our busy Parents and Coordinators more options and flexibility when trying to take care of school-related items such as payments and registrations during their busy lives.
Some of the new mobile app features include:
Parents – quickly add and manage your students. Register and pay for various items and events associated with your children’s school(s). Manage your account information and view transaction history for all your previous purchases, registrations, and forms.
Coordinators – You can use P4SS Mobile for on the go payments at events, fundraisers, etc.… with our secure card reader or by keying in transactions at the time of sale. This works for both our “itemized” and “expedited” POS modes so you can select and pay for items you’ve previously created in your account or process a quick one-time payment on the go.
Thank you for using P4SS Mobile!
- Apple App Store
- Free
- Education
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What is CMS ParentSquare?
CMS ParentSquare helps schools and families stay connected and informed—all in one easy place. Whether it’s a quick message from a teacher, an important alert from the district, or a reminder about tomorrow’s field trip, CMS ParentSquare makes sure families never miss a thing.
Why families and teachers love CMS ParentSquare:
• Simple, easy-to-use app and website
• Messages are automatically translated into 190+ languages
• Best-in-class safety and security practices
• One place for all school updates, alerts, and messages
With CMS ParentSquare, families and staff save time and stay connected—so everyone can focus on helping students succeed.
CMS ParentSquare for iOS
The CMS ParentSquare app makes it easy for families to stay in the loop and engage with their child’s school community. With the app, parents and guardians can:
• See school news, classroom updates, and photos
• Receive important notices like attendance alerts and cafeteria balances
• Message teachers and staff directly
• Join group conversations
• Sign up for wishlist items, volunteering, and conferences
• Respond to absences or tardies*
• Pay school-related fees and invoices*
* If included with your school's implementation
- Apple App Store
- Free
- Education
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Pay4SchoolStuff VS. 
CMS ParentSquareJanuary 13, 2026