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This guide explains how to create and apply a custom grade scale in a SchoolsPLP course.

Custom grade scales are commonly used when schools want students to view a placeholder grade such as “Check SIS” instead of a traditional letter grade.

Step 1: Open Course Setup

  1. Select your course.
  2. Click Course Setup in the upper-right corner.
  3. Select Open the Course Editor in a New Tab.

Step 2: Access Course Settings

  1. In the Course Editor, click the wrench icon (upper-right corner).
  2. Select Course Settings.

Step 3: Add a New Grade Scale

  1. Scroll to the Grade Scales section.
  2. Click Add Grade Scale.
  3. Name the grade scale (example: Check SIS, Check Infinite Campus, Check PowerSchool, etc.).

Select the Grade Scale Type

Choose one of the following types:

  • Point
  • Percent (%)
  • Percentile (class rank)
  • Distribution

Most schools selecting “Check SIS” will choose Percent (%).

Step 4: Configure the Grade Scale

  1. Under Grade, type:

    Check SIS

  2. In the Percent column, enter:

    0

  3. Under anything lower, enter:

    P

  4. Click Done.

This configuration ensures that instead of displaying a traditional letter grade, students will see the custom label.

Step 5: Apply the Grade Scale

  1. In the Gradebook Options section of Course Settings:

    • Select the newly created grade scale (e.g., Check SIS).

      Under Course Grade View, check the box for:

    • Percent (%)
  2. Click Save in the upper-right corner.

Final Result

Both teachers and students will now see “Check SIS” displayed in place of a traditional letter grade within the course gradebook.

Why Use a Custom Grade Scale?

Schools commonly use this feature when:

  • Official grades are stored in a Student Information System (SIS)
  • Schools want to prevent grade discrepancies between systems
  • Teachers want students to check Infinite Campus, PowerSchool, or another SIS for official grades

Important Notes

  • This change applies only to the selected course.
  • Percent view must be enabled for the custom scale to display properly.
  • Students will still see their percentage score, but the letter grade will be replaced with your custom label.

Need Additional Support?

If you have questions about custom grade scales or SIS integration, please contact SchoolsPLP Support.