Getting started
Student handbook
Student self-service: dashboard, homework, fees, library, exams, live transport, magic link, and PWA.
This getting started guide covers school software onboarding for K-12 day schools. Whether you are evaluating cloud school management software or configuring Schoolyi after go-live, you will find practical steps for school ERP go live checklist, migrate from Excel to school ERP - written for administrators and staff, not developers.
Last updated July 24, 2026
Sign in and home screen
- /signin → Student tab → /student-dashboard (password or magic-link email).
- Read school notices on the dashboard feed.
- Use /profile to change password when must-change-password is required (common after enrollment).
- Optional: Add to Home Screen / Install - Schoolyi can run as a PWA; /offline appears if the network drops.
Tasks you perform (not just view)
| Task | Path | Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Submit homework | /assignments | Open assignment → upload file or text → Submit before due date |
| Request library book | /my-library | Search → Reserve → collect when librarian issues |
| Apply for leave | /student-leave | Submit dates → wait for class teacher approval |
| Check / pay fees | /fees/me | View balance and history; open pay-online when the school enables it |
| Download hall ticket | /my-exams | After school publishes seating / hall tickets |
| Track bus | /my-transport | See route, stop, and live status when the driver has started duty |
View-only modules
- /my-attendance - your attendance record; you cannot edit marks.
- /my-grades - published assessments and report cards only (drafts stay private).
- /my-syllabus - subject curriculum for your class.
- /my-class - classmates and class teacher contact context.
- /parent/… paths are for guardians - use Student tab routes listed above.
Common questions
Quick answers in plain language.
What is school software onboarding?+
Student self-service: dashboard, homework, fees, library, exams, live transport, magic link, and PWA. This is a core topic in Getting started on Schoolyi.
How do I set up student handbook in school management software?+
Follow the steps in this guide during persona playbooks, handbooks, workflows, and go-live checklists. Start with getting-started docs if you are new to Schoolyi, then apply the workflows here for your school year.
How does Schoolyi handle student handbook?+
Student self-service: dashboard, homework, fees, library, exams, live transport, magic link, and PWA.
Is there a school software onboarding guide for school administrators?+
Yes. This article is part of the public Getting started documentation at /docs - written for administrators, operators, and IT teams.
Who manages student handbook at a typical K-12 school?+
Usually getting started and front-office staff responsible for school software onboarding. Teachers and finance may have scoped access depending on your role configuration.
Does Schoolyi support school ERP go live checklist?+
Yes. Schoolyi is a cloud school management system (SMS) with connected modules on one student roster and academic calendar. See related guides below or contact us for a demo focused on school software onboarding.
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More in this section
- Product overview
What Schoolyi is, who it serves, and how modules connect on one academic calendar and role model.
- Initial setup
Step-by-step rollout order for a new school: academic spine first, then people, then operations.
- Platform administrator guide
Full responsibilities for Platform Admin and school leadership: setup, users, roles, settings, and go-live.
- School operator guide
Day-to-day workflows for office staff: admissions, fees, attendance support, library, transport, and back-office.
School software terms
school management system (SMS) · student information system (SIS) · school ERP · parent portal · full glossary · Ask Schoolyi
