Implementing effective rostering with CharacterStrong can significantly streamline your district’s setup and data management processes. Whether you're looking to simplify onboarding, reduce manual tasks, or improve the accuracy of your reporting, rostering plays a crucial role in unlocking the full potential of CharacterStrong’s platform.
Why Rostering Matters
Rostering allows you to automatically sync student and staff accounts from your Clever, your Student Information System (SIS), or securely upload files to manage access and roles via SFTP. This foundational setup enables several key benefits:
✅ 1. Automate Account Management
When you roster, you eliminate the need for manual account creation and ongoing maintenance in CharacterStrong. Accounts can be automatically assigned to the right classes, roles, or buildings—saving valuable time and reducing errors.
✅ 2. Improve Reporting Accuracy
Accurate rostering ensures that data tied to Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 supports reflect the correct student and staff associations. This improves the reliability of reports used to inform decision-making and interventions. You have the ability to turn on and off certain permissions and special access to your school leads.
✅ 3. Enable Future-Ready Insights
A solid rostering foundation lays the groundwork for more advanced features in the future.
Rostering Options
We support a variety of rostering methods to meet your needs. Three of the most popular options include:
✅ Clever
- Free to use
- Quick to set up
- Highly recommended for most districts
Clever offers a seamless, secure connection to your SIS, making it the preferred method for many CharacterStrong partners.
✅ ClassLink
ClassLink is another great option, especially for districts already using it to manage access to digital tools. It provides flexibility and robust syncing capabilities to ensure your rosters stay up to date.
✅ SFTP
Ready to Get Started?
If you're interested in enabling rostering or have questions about which method is right for your district, reach out to our support team at support@characterstrong.com or your CharacterStrong representative. We’re here to help you make the transition smooth and successful.