Product Updates
What’s New in eSchoolPlus SIS
Stronger Connections Between Enrollment, Records, and Reporting
Enrollment data can now flow more smoothly into student records
Available Now
PowerSchool Enrollment data connects directly into eSchoolPlus, allowing forms, documents, and
acknowledgements to become part of the student record.
Reduces duplicate data entry and helps staff trust the information families submit.
Built‑in security works alongside Cognos reporting to ensure access is controlled and role‑based.
Protects sensitive data while still supporting district‑wide reporting needs.
MyPowerHub for eSchoolPlus
Coming
A new, browser‑based hub brings grades, assignments, and attendance together in one place for families and
students.
Creates a simpler, more consistent experience for families.
Language support for over 120 languages.
Makes information easier to understand and more inclusive for diverse communities.
District‑controlled rollout with continued access to Home Access Center.
Gives you flexibility to introduce changes at your own pace.
Built-In Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Coming
MFA can be enabled directly in eSchoolPlus, Teacher Access Center, and Home Access Center—no third‑party
identity provider required.
Improves security while keeping setup and management straightforward.
Email‑based verification codes with configurable expiration and lockout settings
Protects accounts without adding unnecessary friction for users.
Enhanced Attendance Services Integration
Coming
Improved delivery of schedule and attendance data using OneRoster APIs and updated downloads.
Reduces setup challenges and improves data accuracy.
Better handling of deleted records and complex daily attendance scenarios.
Ensures attendance data reflects real‑world scheduling needs.
Electronic Report Card and Progress Report Signatures
Coming
Families can acknowledge report cards and progress reports directly in Home Access Center.
Eliminates paper sign‑offs and provides clear confirmation for schools.
Admin views show who has—and hasn’t—acknowledged
Makes follow‑up easier and more targeted.
Try This: Tips & Best Practices
Preparing for Next Year Scheduling
Update Course Catalog
Update courses and resources including rooms and staff. Set students’ next‑year building and grade levels.
Enter Student Requests
Student Request entry via Home Access or Career Planner. Request load/unload.
Validate Requests
Student Request Summary, Scheduler Error Scan, Request Verification, Simply Tally.
Create/Update Master Schedule
Use Master Schedule Builder or copy setups to copy current year to next year.
Validate Master Schedule
Room availability, seat availability, conflict matrix, scheduler error scan.
Schedule Students
Manually lock schedules if needed. Run Student Scheduler.
Run Post Scheduler Reports
Student Conflict Analysis, Free Period Detail, Unscheduled Request Summary.
Support FAQs
Getting Help and Staying Informed
Where can I find help articles and known issues?PowerSchool Community includes a Knowledge Base, Known Issues section, and Compliance Forums to help you troubleshoot and stay informed. |
How do I stay informed about releases if I’m hosted or on‑premise?Release notifications include availability details for both hosted and on‑premise customers, along with links to full release notes. |
Customer Success Story
Frisco Independent School District
Serving more than 63,000 students, Frisco ISD uses eSchoolPlus alongside PowerSchool Enrollment to support secure, accurate, and scalable operations. By connecting enrollment directly to student records and enforcing role‑based access through reporting tools, the district supports its mission to know every student by name and by need at scale.
Upcoming Events & Resources
Weekly eSchoolPlus Ask the Experts
Join fellow districts to share questions, tips, and real-world solutions.
Customer Town Hall
Join the next eSchoolPlus Customer Town Hall to hear what’s new, what’s coming, and how other districts are using their solutions every day.
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PowerSchool University (PSU)
Interested in strengthening your product knowledge and learning alongside your peers? PowerSchool University offers in-person and virtual training experiences where you can learn directly from experts, share ideas with other districts, and gain practical guidance to help you use your solutions even better!
Professional Development Plus (PD+)
Giving you flexible ways to keep learning throughout the year, Professional Development Plus (PD+) offers on-demand, self-paced courses and videos to support consistent product use across your district.
PowerSchool Community
Our PowerSchool Community is a place for administrators, educators, partners, parents, and students to get the most out of their PowerSchool products. Connect with peers and PowerSchool experts today!