Teacher Appreciation Week: Honoring Those Who Help Shape the World

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Teacher Appreciation Week: Honoring Those Who Help Shape the World

When we reflect on the people who’ve shaped our lives, few roles are as universally impactful, and yet so often underappreciated, as that of a teacher. Behind every scientist, artist, leader, or innovator, there’s a teacher who once opened a door, sparked a question, or quietly believed when no one else did. This Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re hitting pause to recognize the everyday heroes who have dedicated their lives to shaping the minds of tomorrow. Let these stories remind us that the greatest force for change often begins with a single teacher, in a single room, with a single student who dares to dream.

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How Studying Outside Can Improve Focus, Memory, and Well-Being

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How Studying Outside Can Improve Focus, Memory, and Well-Being

Spending hours at a desk can feel draining, both mentally and physically. And let’s be real, being stuck at a desk for hours is no one’s idea of a good time. Luckily, with spring in full swing, it’s an ideal time to step outside and rethink how and where we study. However, learning outdoors isn’t just about enjoying a change of scenery. It’s an opportunity to engage your senses, boost cognitive function, and improve overall well-being. Let’s explore how studying outside can enhance focus, memory, and well-being while controlling distractions.

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April Webinar: Working with the New Orchestra Interface

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We’re excited to host our April webinar and invite our Orchestra community to join us!

This session will explore the new Orchestra Master Scheduler interface. Whether you’re new to Orchestra, a seasoned pro, or somewhere in between, we’ll walk you through the latest updates and features to help you schedule with ease.

Join us on Tuesday, April 15th at 11 am PT / 2 pm ET for a deep dive into the latest Orchestra enhancements. We’ll demonstrate key updates, including simplified navigation, an improved teacher schedule view, and a more intuitive weekly student schedule. See how these updates can improve your scheduling process, save time, and give you more flexibility in building your school’s timetable.

Also, at the end of the webinar, you’ll be able to decide whether to switch to the new interface or continue using the original one, as switching is completely optional.

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Thanks for Attending our Online Forms Webinar! What’s Next?

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A big thank you to everyone who attended our Navigating Online Forms webinar on Thursday, March 20th. We hope you gained valuable insights on how to digitize your workflows using QuickSchools’ Online Forms App.

As a reminder, we’ve already sent out a short survey—we’d love to hear your feedback! If you haven’t completed it yet, please take a moment to share your thoughts. If you’d like access to the webinar recording, simply check “Yes” in the request for recording box.


What’s Next?

Remember to mark your calendars for our upcoming webinar: Working with the New Orchestra Master Scheduler Interface. This session will showcase the latest updates to the Orchestra Master Scheduler and is open to our Orchestra community. It is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15th at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET.

Registration will open in the first week of April, so stay tuned for more details.

Thanks again for participating in our webinar series. We look forward to seeing you at the next one!

Top 20 Ebook & Audiobook Recommendations for Spring 2025

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Top 20 Ebook & Audiobook Recommendations for Spring 2025

Spring is a season of renewal. The world shakes off winter’s chill, flowers bloom, and everything feels alive with possibility. It’s the perfect time to refresh not just your surroundings but also your reading list. Whether you’re looking for a classic story, a thought-provoking memoir, or an inspiring adventure in nature, we’ve curated a list of ebook & audiobook recommendations that capture the essence of spring.

So, grab a book, get your e-reader, or put on your headphones, and let these stories awaken your mind just as spring awakens the world.

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New UI for Orchestra Master Scheduler

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QuickSchools is proud to announce the release of a new UI for the Orchestra Master Scheduler (currently in Beta). This is just a front end change, so you can freely switch between the new UI and the original UI, in case you prefer one version over the other:

Here’s a quick run down:

Streamlined Main Page

The main page is now organized into 7 clear steps, making navigation easier. Key tools like Teacher Scheduler and Load Students are front and center, while less-used modules are neatly tucked away for quick access.

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New Release – Mar 20, 2025

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This QuickSchools release focuses on security features and our new UI for Orchestra Master Scheduler, along with miscellaneous improvements and bug fixes. 

School Admin can view Login History for all users

Full list of improvements are below:

Security Improvements

  • Show Active Sessions – See below
  • Login History (for School Admin) – See below

General Improvements / Bug Fixes

  • Improve Required Custom Fields for Students
  • Improve Report Creator for Report Card data
  • Improve Student Navigator
  • Improve Mass Messaging Browser Support for Safari (version 16 and prior)
  • Bug Fix Standard Charges
  • Bug Fix Gradebook when moving columns
  • Bug Fix Gradebook PDF error due to deleted Category

Beta / System Improvements

  • New UI for Orchestra Master Scheduler (Beta) – See below
  • PDF Template App support for Lunch Roster
  • Notes Field for Data Monitor (Internal)
  • Notes Field for Group School (Internal)

Active Sessions

User can now view all active sessions, and log out from those devices remotely:

Users can view their “Active Sessions” and log them out

Login History (for School Admin)

School Administrators can now view the Login History for teachers, students and parents. Just look for the “Login History” button/link on the corresponding record:

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