FileMaker and K-12 Education
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Teacher Desktop
These FileMaker solutions act as productivity tools for teachers. Teachers can quickly prepare and organize information to better meet the needs of students and expectations of parents.
Teacher Desktop
In this section you will find examples of Teacher Desktop solutions that are being used by schools, or are available from independent developers.
Track and Report Grades and Attendance
- ClassACT (Accountable, Collaborative Teaching)
for High School Independent Study Consolidate numerous areas of independent study instruction into one program - ClassACT (Accountable, Collaborative Teaching) - includes attendance, grades, timekeeping, and more!
Monitor Student Progress Reports
- Addison Northwest Supervisory Union, VT This school uses a FileMaker Pro solution to enable teachers to record student progress toward locally-developed standards in the areas of literacy, math, and science.
- Observations for Teachers Observations for Teachers is an easy to use student assessment tool for teachers that covers key academic areas, classroom behavior, and learning disabilities. It can be used with English language learners, gifted students and those at-risk for failure.
- Mentor Manager Track students grades from 6-12 as well as College Prep progress requirements.
Develop and Manage Lesson Plans and Homework
- North Star Academy, Redwood City, CA FileMaker Pro keeps track of the students who attend the after-school Homework Center, how the students are progressing in the completion of their homework, and with what subject areas they need most help.
- Paperwork Solutions Paperwork Solutions allows teachers to easily create and manage lesson plans, discipline reports, assessment rubrics, special education accommodations, and positive recognition awards.
Create and Track Student Tests and Portfolios
- OGT Test Maker Pro Use this application to easily create classroom tests in a state achievement format.
- Keystone Student Test Warehouse Analyze student test scores from a variety of educational assessment programs. Create charts and graphs to add visual interest to your data. Even access data over the web.

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