Calendar Overview
The teacher calendar helps you manage classroom events, deadlines, parent-teacher conferences, and other important dates. It integrates with announcements and messaging to keep parents informed about upcoming events.Calendar Views
Month View
Overview of the entire month with all events and deadlines
Week View
Detailed weekly schedule with time slots and event details
Day View
Hour-by-hour view of a specific day’s events and activities
Creating Events
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Access Calendar
Navigate to the Calendar tab from the main teacher dashboard
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Create New Event
Tap the ”+” button or tap on a date to create a new event
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Event Type
Select the appropriate event category:
- Classroom event
- Assignment deadline
- Parent-teacher conference
- School event
- Personal reminder
- Field trip
- Exam/Test
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Notification Settings
Configure how parents will be notified:
- Send announcement automatically
- Include in weekly digest
- Send reminder notifications
- Set quiet hours
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Save Event
Review event details and save to calendar
Event Types and Categories
Academic Events
Academic Events
- Assignment deadlines
- Exam dates
- Project due dates
- Grade posting dates
- Report card distribution
Classroom Activities
Classroom Activities
- Field trips
- Special presentations
- Guest speakers
- Class parties
- Science experiments
Parent Communication
Parent Communication
- Parent-teacher conferences
- Open house events
- Curriculum nights
- Individual meetings
- Progress report meetings
School Events
School Events
- School assemblies
- Sports events
- Art shows
- Music performances
- Graduation ceremonies
Managing Events
Edit Events
Modify existing events, change dates, or update details
Delete Events
Remove events that are no longer relevant
Duplicate Events
Create recurring events or copy events to other dates
Event Templates
Save common events as templates for quick creation
Recurring Events
Set up events that repeat on a regular schedule:1
Create Recurring Event
When creating an event, select “Make Recurring”
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Set Recurrence Pattern
Choose how often the event repeats:
- Daily
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Custom intervals
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Set End Date
Specify when the recurring event should stop
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Configure Exceptions
Set dates when the recurring event should not occur
Event Notifications
Automatic Announcements
Automatic Announcements
- Send announcement when event is created
- Include event details in announcement
- Target specific parent groups
- Set announcement priority
Reminder Notifications
Reminder Notifications
- Send reminders before event
- Customize reminder timing
- Include event updates
- Send to relevant recipients only
Parent Notifications
Parent Notifications
- Push notifications for new events
- Email notifications for important events
- Calendar integration for parent devices
- RSVP requests for events
Calendar Integration
Parent Calendar Sync
Automatically sync events to parent calendars
External Calendar Export
Export calendar to Google Calendar, Outlook, or other platforms
School Calendar Integration
Sync with school-wide calendar and events
Mobile Calendar Apps
Integrate with device calendar applications
Event Analytics
Track event engagement and effectiveness:Attendance Tracking
Attendance Tracking
- Track parent attendance at events
- Monitor RSVP responses
- Generate attendance reports
- Identify engagement patterns
Notification Effectiveness
Notification Effectiveness
- Track notification delivery rates
- Monitor parent response rates
- Analyze optimal notification timing
- Measure engagement metrics
Event Feedback
Event Feedback
- Collect parent feedback on events
- Track event satisfaction ratings
- Identify popular event types
- Plan future events based on feedback
Best Practices
Event Planning
Event Planning
- Plan events well in advance
- Include all necessary details
- Set appropriate notification timing
- Consider parent schedules
- Provide clear instructions
Communication
Communication
- Send timely announcements
- Include relevant attachments
- Follow up on important events
- Respond to parent questions
- Update events when changes occur
Organization
Organization
- Use consistent naming conventions
- Categorize events appropriately
- Set up recurring events for efficiency
- Regularly review and update calendar
- Archive completed events
Troubleshooting
Events Not Appearing
Events Not Appearing
Solutions:
- Check date range settings
- Verify event creation
- Refresh calendar view
- Check filter settings
- Contact support if issue persists
Notifications Not Sent
Notifications Not Sent
Solutions:
- Verify notification settings
- Check parent notification preferences
- Ensure stable internet connection
- Review notification logs
- Test with sample event
Calendar Sync Issues
Calendar Sync Issues
Solutions:
- Check integration settings
- Verify external calendar permissions
- Refresh sync connections
- Update calendar applications
- Contact support for sync issues
Integration with Other Features
Announcements
Link calendar events to announcements for better communication
Messaging
Follow up on events with direct messages to parents
Classrooms
Create classroom-specific events and schedules
Profile
Configure calendar preferences and notification settings
Need Help?
A well-organized calendar is essential for effective classroom management and parent communication. Use it to keep everyone informed and engaged with your classroom activities.