What is the new Aspen Parent Portal?
The New Aspen Parent Portal Chicago Public Schools is excited to announce that starting April 22nd, 2019, Parent Portal will be replaced with a new system called Aspen. Aspen will provide the same capabilities of the old Parent Portal while adding new features including Graduation Requirements, Student Fees and a new, easy-to-use mobile interface.
What are the system requirements for the South Colonie Aspen Parent Portal?
To effectively access your South Colonie ASPEN Parent Portal account you will need: Internet Access – A minimum dial-up modem speed of 56Kbs. Computer – With a processor speed of 500Mhz or better (MAC or PC). Web Browser – We suggest Google Chrome for PC and Firefox for Mac.
Will I be listed as a contact in Aspen for my Children?
We do not have you listed as a contact in Aspen for your children. The former system contained multiple accounts for you, possibly with conflicting information (e.g., different names, home addresses, email addresses, phone numbers).
Why do I need to verify my contact information in Aspen?
In Aspen, your contact information should be verified and merged into a single account in order for all of your children to appear in your Parent Portal account. This allows for more efficient security and management.
When will South Colonie Central School District transition to Parentsquare?
On July 1 , the South Colonie Central School District will transition from Blackboard Connect to ParentSquare, a new communication platform that will allow the district, administrators, and teachers to more effectively communicate with families.
What is an aspen?
Aspen is a password protected parent/student/teacher portal that will help to make communication among students, parents, teachers, and administrators more efficient.
Is South Colonie a safe school?
School Safety. South Colonie has had a Safe Schools Plan in place since 2001. The lengthy report outlines in detail student behavior expectations and consequences for all grade levels. The Safe Schools Plan covers a broad range of issues including student behavior expectations and range of consequences, the removal of disruptive students from ...
The New Aspen Parent Portal
Chicago Public Schools is excited to announce that starting April 22nd, 2019, Parent Portal will be replaced with a new system called Aspen. Aspen will provide the same capabilities of the old Parent Portal while adding new features including Graduation Requirements, Student Fees and a new, easy-to-use mobile interface.
Parent Portal Minimum Computer Requirements
Windows operating system*, such as XP or Vista; and Internet Explorer versions 6 or 7 or recent releases of Firefox or Safari.
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PLEASE NOTE: The Aspen Parent Portal account creation process has been simplified! The second email has been removed. Once you click "Create my Account," go ahead and log directly on to the Parent Portal.
