LINQ Connect vs CCSD Direct

LINQ Connect makes payments simple anytime, anywhere. Check your student's meal account balance from your phone with confidence in the safety of your account information. Adding money to a meal account balance or buying an item from the school store is as easy as logging into your account. Manage notifications so that you never have to worry about missed activity again. Use the app to check the school menu to plan your meals. You can also apply for free or reduced meals right through the app.

What is CCSD Direct? CCSD Direct helps Cherokee County School District families and staff 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, CCSD Direct makes sure families never miss a thing. Why families and teachers love CCSD Direct: • 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 CCSD Direct, families and staff save time and stay connected—so everyone can focus on helping students learn, grow, and achieve more than they could anywhere else. 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 • View and RSVP to school events and volunteer opportunities • Access student forms, sign-ups, and permission slips • Get real-time emergency and district-wide notifications • Translate messages instantly into their preferred language CCSD Direct brings every school, every classroom, and every child in Cherokee County School District into one connected experience for families.