How to set up term dates

How to set up term dates

How to set up term dates in d6, defining the start and end dates of each school term for the academic year.

My School > System > General > School Calendar > Term Dates

How do I set up term dates?

  1. Navigate to My School > System > General > School Calendar > Term Dates.
  2. Select the academic year.
  3. Click Edit next to each term.
  4. Enter the start date and end date for the term.
  5. Click Save.

Frequently asked questions

When must term dates be set up? Term dates should be configured before the start of each academic year, as they affect attendance calculations, report card periods and leave processing throughout the year.

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