08)+SISk12+Gradebook+Training

=SISk12 Gradebook Training=

Objectives
Attendees will be able to effectively utilize FZSD online gradebook and student data system - SISk12. After attending this training session, attendees will be able to meet daily administrative needs of navigating through key menus and managing class assignments, grades, and comments.

Goals

 * Introduce SISk12 Gradebook and share step-by-step instruction on the basics
 * Facilitate hands-on practice and ensure attendees understand how to setup/manage gradebook to meet class/district needs
 * Provide opportunity for rich Q&A - immediate feedback on special scenarios, tough questions, etc.

Agenda

 * Introductions & Objectives
 * Fundamental Gradebook Features/Functions
 * Gradebook Tips & Tricks
 * Q&A - Special Scenarios & Tough Questions
 * Next Steps
 * District Resources

Gradebook Fundamentals

 * Use navigation menus & icons
 * Add & edit assignments
 * Enter grades (for 1 or multiple assignments)
 * Enter comments (for personal and parent use)
 * Use “Select View” to organize info. available, assignments, etc.

Tips & Tricks

 * Copy assignments from class to class, from term to term, etc.
 * Assign 1 grade to all students
 * View Parent Portal
 * Manage Progress Reports & End of Term Grading Rosters
 * Add Homework
 * Create Gradebook backup/hardcopy
 * Consider scenarios (e.g. new student mid-term/year, student transfers before End of Term, etc.)

Next Steps

 * SISk12 Gradebook Use
 * Optional 3rd Quarter
 * Mandatory 4th Quarter
 * Future Topics to Explore
 * Posting Homework
 * Utilizing Student Data
 * Running Reports
 * Managing Communication with Parents

Resources

 * Collaboration Document (Compliments of Google Docs)
 * SISk12 Training Presentation
 * SISk12 QuickStart Guide Handout
 * FZSD SISk12 Training (Sandbox) Environment
 * Username/Password is same as live environment
 * //NOTE: Refreshed/wiped weekly//
 * FZSD Department of Information Management
 * Call: Mike Simpkins (636.474.8519)
 * Email: sisk12@fz.k12.mo.us (sent to entire dept.)
 * Visit [|www.fz.k12.mo.us/tech]
 * SISk12 Help & Downloads (on the left)
 * SISk12 Videos & Webinars (on the right)
 * View shared drive (w_Drive) in My Computer/Windows Explorer
 * W:\SISK12 Training