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Cecil County Public Schools:
PowerSchool Parent Portal
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Discuss changes to the Elementary Grading and Reporting Manual
Provide an overview of the PowerSchool Parent Portal (PSPP)
Review the PPSP registration process
Discuss Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Presentation Outcomes
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• Grades 1-5, final grade is based on:•Formative (daily) assignments worth 75%•Summative assignments worth 25%
• Pre K and Kindergarten, final grade is based on:•Formative (daily) assignments worth 50%•Summative assignments worth 50%
•Specialists, final grade is based on:•Formative (daily) assignments worth 50%•Summative assignments worth 50%
•Percentage grades converted to letter grades
• Three point scoring rubric for Pre-Kg., Kg., and some other subjects
• Mid-term reports for all students
Elementary Grading and Reporting Changes
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PowerSchool Parent Portal gives parents and students access to on-line information including attendance, grades and detailed assignment descriptions, school bulletins, and even personal messages from the teacher.
What is the PowerSchool Parent Portal
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Current Grades and Attendance
Course Name, Teacher Name and e-mail link
Current Average and Grade. Click
to see more detail.
Course Attendance information.
Click for more detail
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Current Grades and Attendance - Continued
Assignment Due Date
Assignment Category
Assignment Type - Formative / Summative
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Attendance History
Absence Reason Code
Day/Date Absent
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Email Notification
E-mail Settings
E-mail Address
Daily not recommended
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Teacher Comments
Link to contact teacher
Course Name
Comments
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School Bulletins
School Bulletin items are displayed
here
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Please go to our school office to activate your account. Access information contained in pre-printed
letter
Read and sign registration letter
Present photo ID
Account information includes:
Student’s Name
Student ID
Account Password
PSPP Account Activation Process:
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PSPP vs. Mid-Term and Report Cards?PSPP does not replace Mid Term Reports or Report Cards
Where can I get answers to questions about my child’s grades? You can speak with your child first, then contact the teacher or your school
How quickly will grades be entered into PowerSchool?
Grades will be entered into PSPP in a “timely manner”. Parents should not expect that a test or major assignment will be graded and entered the same day it is completed. Please be patient.
What if I forget my login or password?If you forget your login, contact the school. If you forget your password use the “forgot your password” link on the PSPP log-in page
Frequently Asked QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions
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What is needed to access the Parent Portal?Internet access and a web browser (Internet Explorer, Safari, or Firefox will work)
What if my child changes schools within the CCPS system? The account remains active and will display grades and attendance from your student’s new school
Can someone else see my child’s grades?The only way to see the grades is to use the login and password assigned. Please keep this information secure
How is the current average calculated? Refer to the CCPS Elementary Grading Policy for details
Are there times when the Parent Portal is closed?Yes. At the end of each mid-term and marking period, the portal will be closed to allow for production and printing. Re-open dates will be listed on the web page.
Technical QuestionsTechnical Questions
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2nd Mid-Term Period Ends:December 2nd
2nd Mid-Term Reports Issued:December 9th
Parent Portal Opens: December 10th
2nd Marking Period Ends: January 22nd
Upcoming Dates – Upcoming Dates – PowerSchool and Parent PowerSchool and Parent
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Cecil County Public Schools:
PowerSchool Parent Portal