For administrators looking to improve efficiency and avoid bottlenecks when it comes to managing K-12 educational institutions, advanced education software is a must. A Student Management System or SIS can be an invaluable tool.
Here is how one of the leading SIS platforms, Maestro SIS by BocaVox, helps administrators avoid common pitfalls and modernize the management of their K-12 institutions.
Automated Administrative Technology
Much of the work that administrators handle on a day-to-day basis can be done more efficiently thanks to advances in modern automation. For example, grading, scheduling, and coordinating assessments using automated technology helps minimize errors while freeing up educators’ time for teaching and planning.
Combining Various Data Systems
By combining various disparate data systems, such as attendance, communication and more, administrators can centralize everything into one complete platform that does it all. Systems like Maestro SIS also allow for the integration of third-party Learning Management Systems and other familiar tools so that there’s no need to uproot an existing system in order to take advantage of all of the innovations that a SIS provides.
Maestro SIS offers over 400 optional parameters that administrators can adjust as their needs and the needs of the institution shift over time. This unprecedented flexibility is designed to continually optimize the system as technology and educational regulations or requirements evolve. It also alleviates the need for costly customizations or complete system overhauls.
Administrators and users can also create new fields on the fly to capture additional relevant data sets without writing a single line of code, making it a user-friendly and adaptive way to continually manage and optimize resources for all students and staff.
Maestro SIS is fully integrated with all major LMS products including Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle and more. This allows for smoother, more efficient data sync between the SIS and LMS, helping to track student attendance, grades, performance, behavior and more, all from one centralized hub.
Improved Resource Allocation
Better resource allocation means better student outcomes. Maestro SIS makes sure that all available resources are allocated to the fullest while being designed in such a way as to promote the best possible outcomes for every student while reducing unnecessary expenditures.
The system also provides templates for bulk importing and updating records, with built-in data validation for required fields. This bulk import and export is available for nearly all fields and objects and can be executed from any module, making it a fast, easy way to manage data without getting bogged down in cumbersome menus and command lines.
Security is also first and foremost at the head of development for a SIS. In the case of Maestro SIS, a Single Sign On functionality allows both students and faculty to access the LMS and SIS through a secure login.
Better Real-Time Communication
Digital advances have made it easier than ever for K-12 educators and administrators to communicate with all involved stakeholders including teachers and staff, parents, students and more. With open communication and the ability to segment groups as well as automate notifications, it has never been easier to cultivate real, meaningful dialogue to help boost student achievement.
Master Scheduler
Maestro SIS by BocaVox lets institutions create everything from buildings and campuses, to classrooms and seats, placing students and faculty into existing or newly-created sections. Administrators are able to set section capacities, create waitlists and choose between multiple automated enrollment options, such as filling one section before approving another, or focusing on balanced class distribution.
The SIS also allows for the creation of detailed faculty profiles including their current schedules, course information and records of their communication with students and parents/guardians. It can also optionally track faculty degrees and certification, assigning faculty to specific courses based on their credentials, making sure that the right people are aligned with the right teaching objectives.
Degree Audit and Graduation Planning
Maestro SIs offers detailed and personalized graduation plans for all K-12 students. These plans are updated when courses are complete, helping both students and advisors alike plan their next steps with greater confidence. The tool highlights specific requisite and optional courses while also tracking completed and active enrollments (including those from other schools that have transferred over). It also suggests courses to enroll in, helping students plan ahead for their success.
Detailed Analytics and Reporting
An advanced K-12 education management system is only as advanced as its reporting features, and Maestro SIS comes fully equipped to tackle that challenge head-on. Get detailed, granular insights on a student’s academic performance, engagement and much more. This way, faculty can identify at-risk students early while taking steps to implement personalized interventions. This real-time tracking, together with academic pacing and customizable goal setting makes it easier than ever to provide students with the tailored support they need to succeed at their highest potential.
A System that Scales With You
Perhaps the most important feature of a K-12 Educational Student Information System is implementing a platform that scales with your institution. By using cloud-based technology and security, institutions are able to access their data from anywhere, without the need to manage or maintain cumbersome and expensive servers on-site. BocaVox, the company behind.
Maestro SIS also provides ongoing updates and compliance with the latest security standards, so you can rely on a system that’s built to protect sensitive information while providing all of the tools and direction that administrators and staff need to manage their institution effectively.
Book a Free Demo to Learn More
At BocaVox, we’re dedicated to providing each institution with a fully tailored, customized and personalized solution that makes implementation easy and straightforward. We invite you to contact us today to schedule a free demo and let our experts show you what Maestro SIS is capable of. We also provide ongoing training and support to help you maximize your use of the system, creating better, brighter academic outcomes for everyone.
