Accessing Skyward

Logging In

Access the Skyward Portal

Use Clever to navigate to the Skyward website or app

to begin the login process.

Enter your credentials

Sign in using your Google account.

By following these steps, you can successfully log in to the Skyward Portal and

access your student information.

Skyward Student Guide

Home

Return to the main screen from any page.

My Account

Update your email, phone number, and

notification preferences.

Calendar

View upcoming events, assignments, and

attendance marks.

Once logged in, you will be directed to the Skyward home page. Here are the key

sections you will use.

Navigating the Home Page

• Dashboard

The dashboard provides a quick overview of your

student's information, including attendance,

assignments, and grades.

• Menu

The menu allows you to navigate to various sections of

Skyward, such as Attendance, Gradebook, and

Schedules.

• Announcements

The announcements section displays important updates

and information from your school or district.

• Assignments

The assignments section shows upcoming and past

assignments, allowing you to view details and track your

student's progress.

• Grades

The grades section displays your student's current and

historical grades, including assignment scores and

overall course performance.

Grades

Skyward Student Guide for Grades

Access Gradebook

Click on the Gradebook tab on the left-hand side

of the screen to display a list of your current

classes and grades.

View Detailed Grades

Click on the letter grade for a class to see

more details, including individual assignment

scores, percentages, and any comments from

your teacher.

Customize Grade Display

Use the Display Options button to choose how

your grades are shown, such as for the current

term only or all terms.

The Skyward Student Guide provides you with the tools to

easily access, view, and customize your academic grades.

Checking Grades

Logging in to Skyward

Sign into Clever, find the Skyward icon, and use

your Google Account to log into the system.

Navigating to the Gradebook

Once logged in, locate the 'Gradebook' or

'Grades' section within the Skyward portal. This

is typically found in the main menu or

dashboard area.

Viewing Detailed Grades

In the Gradebook, you can view a detailed

breakdown of your grades for each class,

including assignment scores, missing work, and

overall class averages.

Skyward Student Practice

• Share Process with Partner

Take turns with your elbow partner. Talk through the steps

you are taking to access your grades.

• Log into Skyward

First, open a web browser and navigate to the Skyward

login page. Enter your username and password, then click

the 'Login' button.

• Navigate to Grades

Once you are logged in, locate the 'Grades' section on the

Skyward homepage. This may be in the form of a link or a

tab.

• View Your Grades

Click on the 'Grades' section to access your current grades.

Review the list of your classes and the corresponding

grades.

Attendance

Skyward Student Guide

Accessing Attendance Records

• Click on the Attendance tab on the left-hand

side of the screen.

• This will show all attendance marks for the

school year, broken down by date, period, and

class.

Understanding Attendance Codes

A: Absent Unexcused

E: Excused Absence

T: Tardy

L: Web Tardy (late to class)

W: Web Absence (marked by the teacher)

Skyward Student Guide

Accessing Attendance Records

Click on the Attendance tab on the left-hand side of the

screen. This will show all attendance marks for the school

year, broken down by date, period, and class.

Understanding Attendance Codes

A: Absent Unexcused, E: Excused Absence, T: Tardy, L: Web

Tardy (late to class), W: Web Absence (marked by the teacher)

Additional Features

Attendance

View your daily and

period-by-period attendance

records, including tardies and

absences.

Grades

Access your current and

historical grades, assignment

details, and teacher feedback.

Schedule

View your class schedule,

including teacher names, room

numbers, and meeting times.

Calendar

Stay up-to-date with school

events, holidays, and important

dates using the integrated

calendar.

The 'Other useful sections in Skyward' provide a comprehensive view of your academic progress

and school information, empowering you to stay informed and engaged throughout your

educational journey.

Tips for Efficient Use

• Customize Your Dashboard

Personalize your Skyward dashboard by rearranging

widgets and setting up custom views to quickly access

the information you need.

• Utilize Shortcuts and Keyboard

Shortcuts

Learn and use the available keyboard shortcuts and

quick access buttons to navigate Skyward more

efficiently.

• Set Up Alerts and Notifications

Configure Skyward to send you alerts and notifications

about important deadlines, assignments, and updates to

stay on top of your academic progress.

• Explore the Mobile App

Download the Skyward mobile app to access your

student information and stay connected with your

school on-the-go.

• Organize Your Tasks and To-Do's

Use Skyward's task management features to create and

manage your assignments, projects, and other academic

responsibilities.