New Release – July 10, 2023

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Our new release contains improvements to the Orchestra Master Scheduler, and the Payment Plan app as well as general improvements to our Student Information System and API Resources:

new release 2023 - payment plan

Here is a list of the latest QuickSchools improvements:

Master Scheduler

  • Schedule Bulk Email for recently updated Student PDF
  • Schedule Bulk Email Add/Drop to Teachers
  • Improve “Copy Settings from a Previous Semester”
  • Support Period when importing Course Configuration
  • Bug Fixes related to Duplicate Course Requests

Payment Plan (See Image Above)

  • Set Unpaid Amount as Default Amount
  • Indicator for Expired / Unavailable Payment Methods
  • Indicator for Late and Failed payments
  • Extend support to inactive students
  • Option to edit remarks for Skipped Payments

General Bug Fixes / Improvements

  • Bug Fix recording for Mass Voice Messaging
  • Bug fix when saving incident for Advanced Discipline
  • Bug Fix parent profiles linked to permanently deleted students with siblings
  • Bug Fix Assignments under “Parents / Siblings” tab

Beta Improvements

  • 2-Way Google Drive Integration
  • Gradebook Admin Column supports independent Grading Scale
  • Chronos Transcripts support for Pathways
  • Chronos Transcripts support for Subject Area for Course and Graduation Requirements for 6th and 7th Grade
  • Bug Fix District/Group School support for resigned teacher
  • API Improvements for Zapier and Mobile

What’s an Innovative School Information System: 10 Features You Need

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What's an Innovative School Information System: 10 Features You Need

A holistic and organized school system requires an innovative school information system with various features, ranging from admissions to scheduling. Each feature is vital in ensuring smooth operations and providing students with an enriching educational experience. 

At QuickSchools, we understand that keeping a school managed well and in order is a huge ordeal, and sets the stage for a transformative educational experience. Our student information system streamlines processes, fosters collaboration, and puts the focus back on what truly matters: the growth and development of each student. 

Whether you’re a school administrator, teacher, or parent, understanding the importance of these features can help you make informed decisions when choosing the right system for your educational institution. Let’s delve into the importance of each QuickSchools feature and how these features contribute to a holistic and well-structured school information system.

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New Release – June 19, 2023

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Our latest release contains improvements to the Orchestra Master Scheduler as well as general improvements to our Student Information System and API Resources:

Here is a list of the latest QuickSchools improvements:

Master Scheduler

  • Support for Duplicate Course Requests by Student
  • Assign Course by Semester
  • Consolidate Bulk Email Schedule PDF 
  • Miscellaneous Bug Fixes related to Placeholder Teachers

General Bug Fixes / Improvements

  • Option to “Pause” a scheduled payment in the Payment Plan
  • Parents can filter/sort Homework from Parent Portal
  • Miscellaneous API improvements for Mobile and Zapier Integration

Beta Improvements

  • New UI for Summary Reports (see above)
  • New Pathways module for Transcripts
  • Ability to hide students who dropped a course from gradebook 
  • Schoology Gradebook Sync by start/end date of Active Semester
  • Canvas Gradebook Sync for inactive subjects
  • Mobile Push Notifications for Attendance Dashboard

The Power of Canva: Can it help transform Classroom Creativity? 

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Ways Canva can help transform creativity in the classroom

In today’s digital world, utilizing the many digital tools that are available can help transform classroom creativity.  Taking this opportunity to incorporate digital tools in the classroom can also greatly improve the learning experience for students. But how exactly can Canva help to transform classroom creativity? 

First off, Canva is a versatile graphic design platform that can be utilized in various ways to enhance the classroom experience. Here are some ways Canva can be helpful for the classroom:

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Daddy Cool: Fun-Filled Activities to Celebrate Father’s Day

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Fun-Filled Activities to Celebrate Father's Day

Father’s Day is the best time to celebrate the silly dad jokes and questionable fashion choices! Whether students are celebrating their father, grandpa, uncle, or any other father figure, it’s the perfect chance for them to show their appreciation for all the hard work and sacrifices fathers make every day. So let’s break out the goofy ties and get your dad jokes ready, and celebrate this Father’s Day with fun activities in the classroom! 

Students can participate in countless fun and interesting activities on Father’s Day. In our recent article on exciting Mother’s Day activities, those ideas can be used to celebrate Father’s Day in the classroom too. But before we get to the list of fun activities students can participate in, why did the dad buy a new phone for Father’s Day? Because he heard it came with a great dad-ta plan!

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New Release – May 30, 2023

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Our latest release contains improvements to the Orchestra Master Scheduler as well as general improvements to our Student Information System and API Resources:

New Caseload Settings by Teacher and Course by QuickSchools
New Caseload Settings by Teacher and Course (or Courseload)

Here is a list of the latest QuickSchools improvements:

Master Scheduler

  • Caseload by Teacher and Course – Courseload (see above)
  • Step 5 “Next Course” Algorithm support for more than 2 semesters
  • Bug Fix Section Enrollment Date for Restore Points

General Bug Fixes / Improvements

  • Fix Default Email Sender when Sender has no configured email address
  • Miscellaneous API improvements for Engage, Mobile, One Roster and Zapier Integration
  • Ability to Sort Homework by Subject
  • Bug fix when selecting Semester for Rotating Attendance
  • Bug fix submission status checker for Online Forms (OFPC)
  • Bug fix Lunch Roster Report when orders are Charged but NOT Fulfilled

Beta Improvements

  • Attendance Dashboard support for Section Attendance
  • Improve Performance when importing data via SFTP
  • Improve Installation / Setup for new (Chronos) Transcripts
  • Improved Server Logging

May 2023 Webinar: Collecting & Managing Student Fees

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Thank you to everyone who attended our April webinar on Introducing Engage for Student Admissions. We’re excited to see a healthy interest in our CRM software for educational and training institutions. Please reach out to our support team if you have further questions on Engage.

Learn about Collecting & Managing Student Fees at QuickSchools Webinar

As we resume our 2023 webinar series, we’ll be hosting a webinar on Collecting and Managing Student Fees. This webinar will focus on our Fee Tracking module, which is one of our most high-demand modules.

The Fee Tracking module provides an easy way for schools to charge tuition and fees, track payments, as well as manage invoices and receipts. Schools are also able to streamline charges and payments for families.

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Exciting Mother’s Day Classroom Activities for Students

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If you are seeking fun and exciting Mother’s Day celebration ideas and activities for your students, look no further!

Mother’s Day is a special occasion to celebrate and appreciate the love that our mothers and mother figures provide us with. It is also the perfect opportunity for teachers to engage their students in exciting activities for them to express their appreciation toward their mothers, especially on Mother’s Day. 

Let’s take a look at some fun and creative Mother’s Day classroom activity ideas that are suitable for students of all ages. From art projects to creative writing activities, it will inspire your students to celebrate their mothers in unique and meaningful ways.

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