Step-by-Step Guide to Edit Academic Term and Set Cut-off Dates on Myschooljamaica Platform

Follow these steps to edit an academic term, set cut-off dates, and manage terms within the Myschooljamaica platform, starting from logging into the administrative console:

1. Log into the Administrative Console: Access the remote app as an administrator or principal and log in using your credentials.

2. Access School Year Setup: From the main menu bar, click on "Maintain" and then select "Setup School Year". This will open a list of academic years in a new window.

3. Select Academic Year: Double-click the academic year for which you want to manage terms, or select the year and click the "Terms" button on the right side of the window.

4. Navigate to the Term: The term window will display the default term of "Christmas". To navigate to the term you wish to edit, click the "Next" button until you reach the desired term.

5. Edit the Term: Make the necessary changes to the term fields, such as modifying the start date, end date, or closed status.

6. Set Cut-off Dates: In the tab panel, click on the "Cut-off Date" tab. Input the deadline for teachers to complete tasks related to the term. If needed, set an "Extension Date" for exceptional cases.

7. Save Changes: Once you have made all desired changes, click the "Save" button in the toolbar to commit your changes to the term.

By following these steps, you can successfully edit academic terms and set cut-off dates within the Myschooljamaica platform, starting from logging into the administrative console.