New Release – Jan 13, 2026

The first QuickSchools release for the year contains general improvements and bug fixes to our Student Information System (SIS).

Full list of improvements are below:

Online Forms Improvements

  • Use School Date Format in “Notification for New Submission” Emails
  • Support for Submitted Name in “Notification for New Submission” Emails
  • Add “Submission Date” to Submissions Listing

Gradebook Improvements

  • Bug Fix “E” (Excused Absent) in Standards-Based Gradebook
  • Hide option to “Show Class Median” in Self-Paced Gradebook
  • Fix Console Error in Self-Paced Gradebook

General Improvements

  • Bug Fix “Bulk Email Latest Receipt” in Fee Tracking
  • Bug Fix Mark-Up logic for Lunch Ordering

Beta Features / Beta Apps

  • Improve Canvas Integration
  • Support “Override Room” in Student Profile
  • API Improvements for Mobile (Payments, Standard-Based Gradebook)

How Chemistry Pioneers Helped Us Understand the Invisible World

How Chemistry Pioneers Helped Us Understand the Invisible World

The world around us looks solid and familiar. Water boils. Metal rusts. But beneath all of that is an invisible world of atoms, molecules, and reactions quietly shaping everything we touch. Chemistry is the science that reveals what matter is made of and how it changes. It explains why substances behave the way they do, even when we can’t see what’s happening. Over time, curious minds found ways to uncover this hidden world, turning mystery into understanding. Here’s a look at the pioneers of chemistry who helped us understand the invisible world and why their ideas still matter today.

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Now That’s a Nobel Idea: 9 Literary Fiction Authors Who Explore the Unknown

9 Literary Fiction Authors Who Explore the Unknown

Across cultures, languages, and eras, some literary fiction authors do more than tell stories. They reach into the hidden and the unspoken. Instead of studying atoms or galaxies, they explore memory, identity, myth, and consciousness. The inner worlds that science cannot measure. By doing so, they uncover insights that stay with readers long after the page is closed. With that in mind, let’s step into the worlds these authors create, follow the ideas they chase, and explore their standout works to start with.

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The Overlooked Key to Student Success: Special Education Staffing

When educators talk about improving student success, conversations often center on curriculum reform, technology integration, or innovative teaching strategies. While these areas are important, one critical factor frequently gets overlooked: special education staffing.

Every student deserves access to quality instruction, yet schools across the country face growing challenges in hiring and retaining special education professionals. Without adequate staffing, even the most effective educational tools, data systems, and engaging classroom activities can fall short.

At the heart of many of these challenges lies a complex interplay between staffing shortages, administrative strain, and overlooked Student Information Systems (SIS) that could be used to streamline and support special education programs.

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QuickSchools Blog 2025 Recap

blog 2025 recap

This year, the QuickSchools blog covered a wide range of topics designed to support schools, educators, and students. From student information management to classroom creativity and curiosity, our goal was to share content that’s helpful, relevant, and easy to put into practice. You’ll find this year’s posts grouped by theme, so you can quickly revisit the topics that matter most to you (or discover a few you might have missed!).

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How Physics and Astronomy Pioneers Revealed the Unseen

How Physics and Astronomy Pioneers Revealed the Unseen

The universe is full of things we can’t see. Invisible waves ripple through space. Tiny particles pass through us by the trillions. Yet, scientists have found ways to detect, measure, and even “see” the unseen. Their discoveries reveal forces, structures, and phenomena that shape reality itself, from the smallest atom to the vast cosmos. Here’s a look at the pioneers in Physics and Astronomy who allowed us to see the unseen and their groundbreaking work. 

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Effective Ways to Prepare for the New Semester After Winter Break

Effective Ways to Prepare for the New Semester After Winter Break

The start of a new semester is always a time for fresh opportunities. Winter break provides a natural pause, almost like a period of hibernation, allowing students and teachers to recharge before diving into new challenges. However, transitioning back to academic life requires planning and effort. Here are some effective ways to prepare for a successful semester, whether you’re gearing up in advance or adjusting as classes are already underway. 

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New Release – Dec 18, 2025

This QuickSchools release contains general improvements and bug fixes to our Student Information System (SIS).

The full list of improvements is below:

Online Forms Improvements

  • Improve Embedded Online Forms for mobile
  • Bug Fix Submitter Email in Online Forms (for Report Creator and Excel Export)

Gradebook Improvements

  • Bug Fix Scale Score for Self-Paced Gradebook
  • Low Grade Alert support for Final Grades
  • Low Grade Alert support for Students
  • Update Configure icon
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