PowerSchool
- Online PowerSchool Overview
- PowerSchool Parent Access Disclaimer Form
- How to view PowerSchool on a Blackberry by eHow
- Please read through our FAQ section first. If you do not find a suitable answer to your question, you may email pshelp@spsj.org.
- Adele Ellis, former Assistant Superintendant in the Diocese of Metuchen who worked with PowerSchool, has created a blog for parents. You are welcome to see if someone else has already asked your question. Feel free to visit the PowerSchool Parent Blog anytime!
- How do I get my username and password?
You must sign a form that describes Diocesan policies. You may obtain this form online above or request a paper copy from the main office. After your form is submitted to the school, you will receive your information by postal mail. - Why do I need to type my name and password twice?
This is part of a verification process that helps keep your child's information confidential. - Why aren't my name and password working?
Check to make sure you are typing each letter and number correctly. The names and passwords ARE CASE-SENSITIVE - each capital must be typed capital, each lower-case must be typed lower-case. If it still does not work, contact the school. We will check that the information is correct or inform you of any reasons for changes. - Why can't I see my child's lunch balance?
The 'balance button' that was once a part of the parent portal was removed by PowerSchool for schools that were not using it. We have requested that it be replaced and are awaiting a response. - Why don't the iCalShare and vCalendar work?
The Diocese does not recommend use of this part of the program. It is a separate service that is not directly provided through PowerSchool. If the Diocese decides to utilize this service, you will be notified of its availability - How do I view my child's homework?
When you see your child's grade, click it to view the assignments. The assignments will show a 'date due' and should be the last ungraded assignments in the list. *1st and 2nd grade, please look in your child's homeroom to see homework for all classes.* - When will the grades be recorded for an assignment?
Diocesan policy states that any teacher has up to one week from the date the assignment is handed in to have the grade in the PowerSchool program. The assignment's description should specify if the teacher will not be able to have the grade in by that time. If the grade has not been added within one week, you may email the teacher. - How do I email my child's teacher?
You can email by clicking on the teacher's name in the PowerSchool program. If you are unable to utilize this, the teacher's email is: last.first@spsj.org
- Why is the grade average different for me?
Many teachers use what we call 'weighted' grading systems. For example, tests and quizzes may be worth a higher percentage of the grade than homework or classwork. Weighting grades will often change the grade very noticeably, counting each type of work with a specific value. Teachers with weighted grades will try to input their weighting systems into the 'class description' so that you can see the reason the averages look different.
What is PowerSchool?
"PowerSchool's powerful, easy-to-use communication tools enable students, parents, teachers, and administrators to work together to improve student achievement... Online access to grades, homework, and attendance information makes it easy for parents and teachers to stay in closer contact on student progress. And access to real-time data on the web lets students take more responsibility for their own learning."
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SSPJ PowerSchool Help
Access to PowerSchool:
You can login to PowerSchool through our link on the SSPJ Home Page, or go directly to https://powerschool.diometuchen.org/public.