Activity Logs
The CMS informational attendance is now available on the PLS activity monitor/log, helping prompt attendance claims for ADA reporting. This feature can be accessed by navigating to Teachers > PLS/Student Roster > Expand Student > Reports > Activity Log.
Application & Lottery Enhancements
- Applicant View: A new applicant-centric view has been introduced, providing administrators with a comprehensive view of the data collected from the Enrollment Interest form, as well as details about Priority Groups, Programs, and Pre-Qualifications.
- Default Status: A new page policy allows administrators to set a default status for applicants who complete the Enrollment Interest Form.
- District Scopes: District scopes can now push lottery results down to subscopes, offering more granular control.
Trigger Emails for Application & Lottery
A new variable has been added to the Application & Lottery Trigger emails, enabling the sending of a URL to users for checking their application status. This helps streamline communication and keeps applicants informed.
Attendance Claim Updates
The Attendance Claim Count page has received a visual update, improving the header display. Additionally, deleted Attendance Codes will no longer appear on the Attendance Claim Override page.
Budgets & Contact Management
- Budgets: A new trigger email alerts schools when a Purchase Order (PO) is awaiting approval. This update ensures timely financial management.
- Contact Manager: A new "Successfully Made Contact" field has been added to the Contact Manager, making it easier to track communication outcomes.
Forms & Surveys Improvements
- Form Details: Activated Forms now display a button to view the Form’s settings directly within the platform.
- Form Distribution: When distributing forms and surveys, administrators will now be notified about students who were not sent a form due to errors.
Master Course List & PLS Enhancements
- Updates to the Master Course List now ensure that changes made to PLS/CMS classes also apply to Templates, ensuring consistency across the platform.
- The PLS Classes page has added a new Page Policy that allows administrators to set the default "Enter Date" for manual class registrations, providing more flexibility.
Student Dashboard & Reports
- Student Profile: Discipline referrals are now included as an option within the student profile, improving access to critical student information.
- Reports: Several reports, including the Tiered Reengagement List and Title III Reporting, have been updated to meet our latest design standards for better usability.
Security & Staff Management
- A new security feature has been added under Settings > Security: administrators can now choose to Force User Logout on Save, improving session management.
- Staff management updates include the addition of a new Permissions tab for assigning staff permissions on individual pages, streamlining administrative tasks.
Student Assignments & Tags
- Student Assignment Submissions now reflect the updated role of Learning Center Staff, simplifying assignment tracking.
- The Tags button on the student dashboard has been redesigned to "float" with the page, ensuring it remains easily accessible.
Additional Enhancements
- Household Data Collection in the Reg Online Portal now includes clarifying information, ensuring users provide accurate details.
- Student List updates include a visual enhancement to the “Collect Selected” button, turning blue when one or more students are selected.
These are just a few of the many updates we’ve made to improve the functionality and user experience of School Pathways. We’re committed to continuously enhancing our platform to meet the diverse needs of schools and districts, ensuring a seamless and efficient experience for all users.
For a complete list of all feature enhancements and improvements, please refer to the full release notes. Stay tuned for future updates as we continue to innovate and evolve School Pathways to support your educational goals.