FAQ PREAFAQ14:  Using an existing roster file

Created:  10/25/04
Last Updated:  12/2/04

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Applies to the following:

QUESTION:
Is there a way to enter students into the Classroom Management System (CMS) by using an existing file that has all of the students' names?

How should a roster be formatted?

How do I import students?

ANSWER:
The CMS can use comma-delimited text files, with a ".txt" extension, of student names as rosters. There must be one name per line within the file.

1. Make sure that no students are logged on to the student program.
2. Log on to the Classroom Management System (CMS).
3. Click Utilities.
4. Click Create/Delete Student Record.
5. Click Create Student Record.
6. Choose a teacher and a class.
7. Click Import Roster.
8. Locate and select the roster file when prompted.
9. Click OK.

For more information about importing students, refer to the Teacher's Resource Guide. A printed version of the guide is distributed with each product. An electronic version is also available. Use the Documentation menu to learn how to access the electronic version.