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We are happy to be getting together again, this year at the DoubleTree West by Hilton, in beautiful Edmonton, AB! The ATLE SIS Administrators’ Conference 2024 promises to be the best conference yet with a well-rounded program with plenty of sessions for professional growth and tons of opportunities for networking and socializing!

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Thursday, February 13
 

1:35pm MST

End of Year Tasks and Rollover
Thursday February 13, 2025 1:35pm - 2:15pm MST
Presenters
avatar for Krista Soetaert

Krista Soetaert

Student Information System Support/Data Coordinator, Peace Wapiti Public School Division
Thursday February 13, 2025 1:35pm - 2:15pm MST
Robson Room

1:35pm MST

PSCB - PowerSchool Customizations - pivot tables, data analysis
Thursday February 13, 2025 1:35pm - 2:15pm MST
This session will be virtual and moderated locally by Memorese Walter.

Presenters
avatar for Memorese Walter

Memorese Walter

ProLearn Team, ATLE
I have worked for the Peace Wapiti Public School Division since 1991, when I began my teaching career. Over my 30+ years with Peace Wapiti, I taught everything from ECS to Grade 12! My passion for technology, which has been present since its inception in education, and my goal of... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Rob Staats

Rob Staats

Project Director, PSCB Development
PSCB Development OverviewPSCB Development is a team of developers committed to providing high quality PowerSchool SIS customizations, reports and other resources to the PowerSchool community.After ten years of development, the PSCB DEV library now includes 45 plugins consisting of... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 1:35pm - 2:15pm MST
Moline/Morraine Room

2:20pm MST

Power School Customization Workshop - Part 1
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:20pm - 3:00pm MST
Despite the fact that last year's customization workshop was somewhat derailed by technical issues, this year is not a simple re-hash of last year.  I'll provide last year's activities as an attachment for anyone who missed it.

Last year we started with the dashboard, reviewing existing data.

This year we will start by describing a business need and planning out, then creating, several database tables to support that process.

Over this two-part workshop, we'll then go through implementing the various tools relating to that process including:
a) Creating add/edit screens
b) Creating division and school-level control and configuration pages
c) Creating tools to make mass changes 
d) Creating import/export tools, including a PowerQuery useful for synchronizing data with other systems.

There are a number of interesting ways that this project can develop, depending upon the interest of activity participants.  There should be things familiar to the most basic of PowerSchool customizers to allow you to get your footing as we ultimately develop the framework for a simple yet powerful customization.

*Note: Attendees will need to have access to their own test server in order to actively participate - the presenter is unable to provide a test environment.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eBWed4VUgcefwmHEnnUgul6a3AdKH8RH?usp=sharing
Presenters
avatar for Brian Wynder

Brian Wynder

Data Coordinator, Elk Island Catholic Schools
Brian Wynder has been with Elk Island Catholic Schools as the data coordinator for over 12 years. He brings wide experience using PowerSchool, PASIPrep and other tools to manage student data and to build business processes using that data within school environments.
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:20pm - 3:00pm MST
Robson Room

2:20pm MST

PowerSchool Security Management (Including a discussion on new UI ramifications)
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:20pm - 3:00pm MST


Presenters
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Anita Davidson

System Analyst Student Information, Calgary Roman Catholic Separate School Division
Anita has been working in education since 1986, first with Holland College in Prince Edward Island, then joining the Calgary Catholic School District in 1998.  Since 2012, she has worked as an Application Support Analyst and then as a Systems Analyst for the Student Information team... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:20pm - 3:00pm MST
Moline/Morraine Room

2:20pm MST

Rethinking Returning Student Registration @ EIPS
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:20pm - 3:00pm MST
Elk Island Public Schools asks current students' families to share their intentions for student registration each Spring for the upcoming school year.
This year, we made significant changes to the timelines, processes, and technologies that were used to accomplish this.
Join us for an exploration of the challenges that provoked the change, the solutions implemented, and a post-project review of what went well and how we plan to again improve the process for 2025.
Bring your questions and insights from similar processes at your division - conversation encouraged!
Presenters
avatar for Nathan Sinnamon

Nathan Sinnamon

Assistant Director, Information Technologies, Elk Island Public Schools
I am one of two Assistant Directors in the IT department at Elk Island Public Schools and currently work most closely with Student and Business Data Systems, Records Management, and Service Desk teams. Previous roles at EIPS include PowerSchool administrator with a background in SIS... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 2:20pm - 3:00pm MST
Amethyst/Emerald Room

3:25pm MST

Power School Customization Workshop - Part 2 (Including PowerQueries)
Thursday February 13, 2025 3:25pm - 4:05pm MST
Despite the fact that last year's customization workshop was somewhat derailed by technical issues, this year is not a simple re-hash of last year.  I'll provide last year's activities as an attachment for anyone who missed it.

Last year we started with the dashboard, reviewing existing data.

This year we will start by describing a business need and planning out, then creating, several database tables to support that process.

Over this two-part workshop, we'll then go through implementing the various tools relating to that process including:
a) Creating add/edit screens
b) Creating division and school-level control and configuration pages
c) Creating tools to make mass changes 
d) Creating import/export tools, including a PowerQuery useful for synchronizing data with other systems.

There are a number of interesting ways that this project can develop, depending upon the interest of activity participants.  There should be things familiar to the most basic of PowerSchool customizers to allow you to get your footing as we ultimately develop the framework for a simple yet powerful customization.

*Note: Attendees will need to have access to their own test server in order to actively participate - the presenter is unable to provide a test environment.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eBWed4VUgcefwmHEnnUgul6a3AdKH8RH?usp=sharing
Presenters
avatar for Brian Wynder

Brian Wynder

Data Coordinator, Elk Island Catholic Schools
Brian Wynder has been with Elk Island Catholic Schools as the data coordinator for over 12 years. He brings wide experience using PowerSchool, PASIPrep and other tools to manage student data and to build business processes using that data within school environments.
Thursday February 13, 2025 3:25pm - 4:05pm MST
Robson Room

3:25pm MST

PowerSchool Contacts
Thursday February 13, 2025 3:25pm - 4:05pm MST
We will cover the many little things that can help as you transition from PowerSchool Parent fields to using the PowerSchool Contacts, if you have questions about this move and how you can fix some of the issues that arise, this is the session for you.  If you have any specific questions, I am sure that someone in this group will be able to help or give direction.  Powerschool Contacts will be necessary for the future with Parent/Guardian integration with PASI. 
Presenters
avatar for Duane Beazer

Duane Beazer

Senior Application Support Analyst, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Duane has been working in educational technology since 2004, first joining Westwind School Division for 16 years, then joining the Technology team Edmonton Catholic Schools in 2020.  His current role is as Senior Application Support Analyst, covering PowerSchool, SchoolEngage for... Read More →
Thursday February 13, 2025 3:25pm - 4:05pm MST
Moline/Morraine Room

3:25pm MST

So Many Plugins, So Little Time
Thursday February 13, 2025 3:25pm - 4:05pm MST
Presenters
avatar for Norma Emde

Norma Emde

Student Records Specialist, Golden Hills School Division
Norma Emde has worked with Golden Hills School Division for 16 years. She has worked in schools and school districts since 1997.  Her experience includes training and support in PowerSchool, PASI, SchoolEngage, SchoolMessenger and other areas related to student data.
Thursday February 13, 2025 3:25pm - 4:05pm MST
Amethyst/Emerald Room
 
Friday, February 14
 

8:30am MST

PowerSchool Roadmap
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:10am MST
Presenters
avatar for Kevin Cinnamon

Kevin Cinnamon

Solution Strategy Director - SIS, PowerSchool
Kevin Cinnamon is a Solution Strategy Director for PowerSchool. He's passionate about the education industry and how to best support clients through an ever-changing landscape. Resides in Barrie, Ontario with his wife Janet, son Chase and daughter Charleigh.
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:10am MST
Palisades Room

9:15am MST

MBA Session - TBD
Friday February 14, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am MST
Sponsors
avatar for Raelyn Wallock

Raelyn Wallock

Customer Solutions Specialist, MBA
Enhancing PowerSchool with some time-saving plugins. Report Card Creator, Alert Creator, Schedule Creator, Adaptive Scheduler, Fees, Cafe, Behavior, and Device. We have a way to solve most of your issues in PowerSchool!
Friday February 14, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am MST
Robson Room

9:15am MST

New UI
Friday February 14, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am MST
Presenters
avatar for Krista Soetaert

Krista Soetaert

Student Information System Support/Data Coordinator, Peace Wapiti Public School Division
avatar for Memorese Walter

Memorese Walter

ProLearn Team, ATLE
I have worked for the Peace Wapiti Public School Division since 1991, when I began my teaching career. Over my 30+ years with Peace Wapiti, I taught everything from ECS to Grade 12! My passion for technology, which has been present since its inception in education, and my goal of... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am MST
Amethyst/Emerald Room

9:15am MST

PowerSchool Plugin for FTE
Friday February 14, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am MST
Presenters
avatar for Brian Wynder

Brian Wynder

Data Coordinator, Elk Island Catholic Schools
Brian Wynder has been with Elk Island Catholic Schools as the data coordinator for over 12 years. He brings wide experience using PowerSchool, PASIPrep and other tools to manage student data and to build business processes using that data within school environments.
avatar for Dave Lorenson

Dave Lorenson

Systems Analyst, Red Deer Public School District
David Lorenson - Red Deer Public School District - System Analyst
Friday February 14, 2025 9:15am - 9:55am MST
Palisades Room

10:15am MST

Exploring the PowerSchool Ecosystem?
Friday February 14, 2025 10:15am - 10:55am MST
We’ll explore the full suite of solutions PowerSchool provides to support our mission of personalizing learning for every journey.
Presenters
avatar for Jessica Wojnas

Jessica Wojnas

Product Manager, PowerSchool
About Me:Product Manager for Alberta Compliance Technology at PowerSchool since 2016.Passionate about educational technology and data management.My Journey:I embarked on my PowerSchool adventure in 2013, and it’s been an exhilarating ride ever since. As a Product Manager for Alberta... Read More →
JR

John-Paul Ramin

Regional Vice-President, PowerSchool
avatar for Kevin Cinnamon

Kevin Cinnamon

Solution Strategy Director - SIS, PowerSchool
Kevin Cinnamon is a Solution Strategy Director for PowerSchool. He's passionate about the education industry and how to best support clients through an ever-changing landscape. Resides in Barrie, Ontario with his wife Janet, son Chase and daughter Charleigh.
RB

Randall Baker

Account Manager, PowerSchool
Friday February 14, 2025 10:15am - 10:55am MST
Moline/Morraine Room

10:15am MST

Intellimedia Session - New Features in Dossier
Friday February 14, 2025 10:15am - 10:55am MST
  • Assurance Measures
    • simple import of Alberta Education Assurance Measures Data into the Dossier application
    • easy access for all staff
  • Behaviour Data Tracking Module
    • ability for any staff member to submit behaviour incidents
    • admin follow up, consequences
    • reporting on Incident data
Presenters
AB

Antony Bent Director of Operations

Director of Operations, Intellimedia
MP

Mike Priest

President, Intellimedia
Sponsors
avatar for Ahmad Jawad

Ahmad Jawad

CEO, DOCEO.AI
DOCEO AI focuses on making sense of data using AI. DOCEO is a Latin word that means inform, enlighten, and make bright. It takes our focus on data analytic to the next level by using AI to predict and provide suggested strategies to improve processes in many sectors.
Friday February 14, 2025 10:15am - 10:55am MST
Amethyst/Emerald Room

11:00am MST

Enterprise Reporting
Friday February 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:40am MST
An Overview of the types of Reports and information that can be accessed in Enterprise Reports inside of PowerSchool, as well as a short demonstration and sharing of an AB Specific Enterprise Report that can be shared and installed on Alberta instances of PowerSchool (If your School Division Admin allows it.)  
Presenters
avatar for Duane Beazer

Duane Beazer

Senior Application Support Analyst, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Duane has been working in educational technology since 2004, first joining Westwind School Division for 16 years, then joining the Technology team Edmonton Catholic Schools in 2020.  His current role is as Senior Application Support Analyst, covering PowerSchool, SchoolEngage for... Read More →
avatar for Jeff Stolte

Jeff Stolte

Software Development Manager, Edmonton Catholic School Division
Friday February 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:40am MST
Moline/Morraine Room

11:00am MST

I'm New - What Do I Need to Know?
Friday February 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:40am MST
Presenters
avatar for Dorthea Mills

Dorthea Mills

Communications/Information Coordinator, Horizon School Division
MW

Michelle Wilde

Data Coordinator, Sturgeon Public School Division
Friday February 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:40am MST
Palisades Room

11:00am MST

Insignia Student Management System (ISMS)
Friday February 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:40am MST
“Insignia is an Edmonton based company, offering software solutions to schools throughout Canada since 1999. In the Canadian K12 market, we are a leading library automation system provider.
 
We are introducing Insignia Student Management System (ISMS), our newest software solution that tailors to the needs of Alberta school boards.
 
Please join us for a demo that will highlight the intuitive and feature rich nature of ISMS. We will go through essential and advanced modules such as; Profile, Attendance, Fees, Grading, IPP, Lunch, Enrollment / Registration, Report card, PASI updates and much more!  We would like to hear from you as to what we can do to make our solution the best fit for you.”

Presenters
avatar for Grant Prete

Grant Prete

Business Development Manager, Insignia Software
If you are interested in learning how Insignia can solve the issues you are currently experiencing with your student information system, please feel free to reach out to me.
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Jonah Edmundson

Insignia Software
Friday February 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:40am MST
Robson Room

11:00am MST

Roundtable Discussion: Communication Tools and Platforms
Friday February 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:40am MST
How do your central and school offices communicate with families?
How do your teachers communicate with parents? with students?
Do you have a formalized framework for communication in your division?

What tools and platforms do you use, and what decisions went into those choices?
What works well, and what could work better?

Come prepared to share and discuss!

Presenters
avatar for Nathan Sinnamon

Nathan Sinnamon

Assistant Director, Information Technologies, Elk Island Public Schools
I am one of two Assistant Directors in the IT department at Elk Island Public Schools and currently work most closely with Student and Business Data Systems, Records Management, and Service Desk teams. Previous roles at EIPS include PowerSchool administrator with a background in SIS... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:40am MST
Amethyst/Emerald Room

12:40pm MST

PowerSchool Parent Integration
Friday February 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:20pm MST
Join Jessica Wojnas, Product Manager for Alberta Provincial Reporting as she unveils the latest advancements in student information integration. With over five years of dedicated service in her role, Jessica brings a wealth of expertise to the table.
In her presentation, Jessica will delve into the intricacies of the new Parent/Guardian Integration content. This integration streamlines the management of parent/guardian information from ECS to grade 12.
Attendees can expect an insightful overview of the PASI integration's goals and functionality, emphasizing its crucial role in supporting students' educational journeys across the province. Jessica will elucidate the user interaction and workflow involved, showcasing how Alberta users can effortlessly maintain vital information within PowerSchool, eliminating the need for separate logins to Alberta Education's website (PASIprep).
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from Jessica Wojnas and unlock the potential of streamlined student information management.

Presenters
avatar for Jessica Wojnas

Jessica Wojnas

Product Manager, PowerSchool
About Me:Product Manager for Alberta Compliance Technology at PowerSchool since 2016.Passionate about educational technology and data management.My Journey:I embarked on my PowerSchool adventure in 2013, and it’s been an exhilarating ride ever since. As a Product Manager for Alberta... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 12:40pm - 1:20pm MST
Palisades Room
 
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