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Goals/Data Collection/Progress
Grouping and Moving order of GoalsHow to re-order your goals; and filter out goals by Area of Need and Person Responsible.
Goals/Progress
Accuracy & Consistency ListsAccuracy & Consistency Lists used in the GoalWizard.
Developing Progress ReportsDiscusses the process of entering progress data, navigating and printing the Progress Report.
Developing the Goals for student's the Next IEPThis document outlines the process for archiving and advancing the goals from the student's previous
How to use Bulk Progress ReportsWalks the user through the steps of using the Bulk Progress Reports feature.
Learning Loss Searches in SirasTo determine how your students are doing on their IEP goals.
Process for Preparing for a Second IEPOverview of the process for preparing for a second IEP. Must perform before 2nd IEP.
Settings Conditions ListList of settings and conditions used in the GoalWizard.
Using the Goals DeveloperThis walks the user on how to use the Goal Developer and the GoalWizard.
IEP Manager
10 Steps for Developing an IEP in SIRAS (kern)This handout describes the process step-by-step of developing an IEP with SIRAS. (Kern)
Accessing Spanish Forms and TranslatingThis handout discusses how to access the Spanish forms and how the translation system works.
CAASPP UDA menus with CAAThis is a map of the CAASPP and CAA Universal Tools, Designated Supports, and Accommodations popup m
Checklist for Avoiding Common Form ErrorsThis is a list of common errors that we have seen users do on the IEP forms.
Classroom Accommoda and Modficationstions MenusThis is a list of the Classroom Accommoda and Modficationstions Menus used in the forms.
Email Form Links and Electronic SignaturesExplains the 'email form input request' feature and the e-Signature component on the forms.
Exiting a Student from Special EducationOutlines the procedure of how to exit a student from special education using the IEP Process.
General SIRAS InformationDeveloped by Michelle Ragsdale, this is a PowerPoint presentation that addresses some basic getting
How to Add a Contact AttemptDirections on how to log attempts to contact a parent to arrange an IEP meeting.
How to Add a Continuation MeetingDirections on how to add a Continuation IEP Meeting and use of the Meeting Participation form.
Kern High SD: Forms According to Meeting ChartThis chart shows which forms will be required and optional based on meeting type for the Kern High S
Kern SELPA: Forms According to Meeting ChartThis chart shows which forms will be required and optional based on meeting type for the Kern County
Locating Forms in SIRASExplains where to find forms and how the forms are laid out in the program.
Meeting Continuation vs ReschedulingThis outlines the difference between rescheduling a meeting vs. when to use the Meeting Notice (cont
Pri & Sec Meeting Purpose Summary (Meeting Notice)This documents brief definitions of primary and secondary meeting purposes which get auto entered in
Procedure for DNQ and Exiting a studentThis handout describes the procedure for making a student a DNQ and for Exiting a student from speci
Review (30 day) Meeting ProcessWhen a student comes outside of the SELPA how to start the Review (30 day) meeting process.
Selecting a Meeting PurposeThis outlines which meeting purpose to select. Identifying correct meeting is critical for SIRAS.
SIRAS for IEP DisagreementsUse this document when district has held an IEP meeting and under Parent Response disagreement optio
Steps to Finishing an IEPDirections on how to complete the final steps of an IEP; when to check held, getting consent from pa
Transition IEP (IFSP to IEP)Transition IFSP to IEP (Part C to B) Initial Evaluation to IEP
Transition Preschool to Kindergarten (CDE)This outlines the procedure for transitioning from Preschool to Kindergarten evaluation by CDE.
When to Re-activate or use Amendment vs.AddendumWhen a mistake or a change on the IEP is needed, this explains when it is appropriate to Re-activate
Reporting
How to develop DINC verification reportsThis handout outlines how to verify Non-Compliant Data Reported by CDE. This should be done before
How to Review Discipline IncidentsThis documents outlines how to query for discipline records for this school year.
How to Review Exited RecordsThis documents outlines how to query and review exited records for this school year.
List of Search-able Fields in Search PageThis is a guide for CALPADS Clerks on how to clean up their CALPADS data prior to reporting.
Post Secondary Survey ProcedureThis document outlines the procedure to use the batch edit for the Post Secondary Survey forms and h
Statistical Reports HelpOutlines how to use the statistical reports and set the various preferences.
Using the Certification PageDistricts can use this feature to certify for their SELPA the results of the CALPADS data that they
Using the Labels and Batch formsThis documents explains how to print labels and print forms in batch.
Using the Search Feature in SIRASThis handout describes how to use the Search feature (little magnifying glass) to develop queries/fo
SIRAS
Active Inactive Status HelpThis document helps explain when and how to change Active Status of records.
Adding Progress Report Dates as a Calendar EventsDirections for CALPADS Clerk Admin Users on how to add progress report dates and calendar events.
Assigning Groups of Students to ProvidersThis documents how to assign a Providers i.e. case manager to many students at once.
Assigning Providers Outside of District or SELPA.How to assign a providers to a student outside of the district or SELPA; and how an Admin user can a
Changing default Tab Preference on the Home PageThis explains how you can make your preferred tab on the SIRAS Home Page a default upon login.
Data clean-up for CALPADS ClerksThis is a guide for CALPADS Clerks on how to clean up their CALPADS data prior to reporting.
General User Provider Request for StudentDocument outlines how a general user can request a student be added or removed from their caseload;
Getting Started in SIRASSome quick steps on how to start using SIRAS.
Good Things to know & Troubleshooting in SIRASThis is a list of troubleshooting tips for SIRAS.
How to Reset Passwords or Change User Account InfoThis handout covers how an Admin user can reset a password or change the information on a user's acc
How to Save Share Custom Queries and ListsDirections on how to share queries and lists to users in the district or school.
How to Transfer Records and HistoryThis document explains how to initiate a student transfer, request a transfer, view transfer history
Interim Placement ProcedureThis describes the procedure of students transferring out of SELPA/State, or within SELPA.
Manage User Accounts (CALPADS Clerk)This document explains how to manage user accounts. To be used by CALPADS Clerks and District Admin
Next Year's Data / Rollover ProcessExplains Next Year’s Data tab / Record of Change – Revision to IEP form / Rollover / Viewing Incomin
Procedure for Entering DRDPThis handout describes the process of entering DRDP data.
SIRAS Access Rights and Levels ChartSIRAS Access Rights, Roles and Levels Chart
SIRAS Home Page helpThis help sheet outlines what is on the SIRAS Home page and how to use the various features.
SIRAS Reminder NotesGetting Started on Siras and SIRAS Reminder Notes.
Smarter Balanced (new State assessment)This is a link to the State Testing called Smarter Ballanced
Uploading Reports and DocumentsThis outlines how to upload and connect a document to the student's record.
Using the MIS Summary pageThe MIS Summary page is the heart of the student record. This document explains how to use it and h
Using the Student Lists in SIRASDescribes the process of how to use the 'Student List' feature under the Reporting menu.
SST and 504 Modules
504 and SST Getting StartedThis handout will help a district get started on using either the SST or the 504 modules in SIRAS.
Request Notes & Comments from TeachersLocated in the Forms Manager - Links/Request tab is a tab 'Notes from General ed Teacher' that allow
SST and 504 User Role SetupThis document explains how to set up user accounts for the SST and 504 modules.
Technical
504 module - SIS Data IntegrationLink the SIS demographic & contact with the 504 module (contact Siras Systems for more info)
Communication Between District and SISThis is for IT Staff and explains how to SIRAS can communicate with the district's SIS.
How to clear your browser cache. This shows what you can do when all else fails.
How to Export Data from SIRASThis outlines the process on how to export data from SIRAS.
KHSD Help on getting contact info updatedThis help sheet designed for Kern High SD explains what to look for when contacts do not sync from S
Printing in SIRASThis document troubleshoots printing issues.
Problems Trying to Copy & Paste If you are having problems using the copy & paste, try these tips for wither Windows or Mac.
Search students in co-taught settingGenerate a list of your students who have SAI in the gen ed setting.
Setting Your Mailto Default to Google in Chromegot users using gmail, in order for the 'Request for General Ed. Notes' to open an email and insert
SIRAS Core ConceptOutlines the basic procedural concept when using SIRAS.
SIRAS System RequirementsThis handout provides system configurations that will work with SIRAS
TOMS Export Help & Procedure for ELPACThis document is for District Testing Coordinator. It outlines the procedure to export ELPAC data fi
TOMS SBAC/ELPAC Export Help & ProcedureThis document is for District Testing Coordinator. It outlines the procedure to export the SBAC or E
Troubleshooting Tips & Common Questions in SIRASThis is a handout of common questions and troubleshooting comments frequently asked by General Users
Turn Off Popup BlockersProvides instructions on how to turn off popup blockers for Safari, Internet Explorer, Chrome and Fi
Technical: Macintosh
Configuring Safari for Adobe ReaderHow to configure Safari to trust and use the Adobe Reader plugin for your SIRAS website.
How to uninstall Adobe Reader on a MacHow to uninstall Adobe Reader on a Mac.
Making Adobe Reader the defalt PDF reader on a MacHow to make Adobe Reader be the default PDF reader on your Mac.
Technical: Windows
Configure Firefox for Adobe ReaderHow to configure Firefox to open use the Adobe Reader plugin.
How to take a screenshot in WindowsExplains how to take a screenshot in Windows. This is very useful for support in explaining problem
Training Material
Accuracy & Consistency ListsAccuracy & Consistency Lists used in the GoalWizard.
CCSS Domains Categories OutlineHierarchy outline of the Domains and associated Category for GoalWizard.
CCSS ELA, Math, SL Excerpts/ExamplesThese are some excerpts or examples for CCSS ELA, Math and S/L used for training.
CELDT Correlations ELD CCSSCELDT Correlations to ELD Common Core Standards in the GoalWizard.
CELDT Correlations to CCSS for ELDCELDT Correlations to Common Core Standards for ELD in the GoalWizard.
ELA Common Core Standards DescriptionELA Common Core Standards Description.
Math Common Core Standards DescriptionMath Common Core Standards Description.
Organization to Teach a Beginner WorkshopThis is a list for trainer of trainers to assist in setting up SIRAS and organizing a beginner's lev
Settings Conditions ListList of the settings and conditions used in the GoalWizard.
SIRAS Beginner Level 1 Workshop AgendaThis workshop agenda is to be used for SIRAS beginners for service providers.
SIRAS Beginner Level 2 Workshop AgendaThis is the workshop Agenda used for the SIRAS Level 2 workshop.
Standards and Stems Samples for ELA and MathStandards and Stems Samples for ELA and Math.
Walkthrough CCSS AgendaSuggested agenda to instruct using the GoalWizard to develop Common Core goals & benchmarks.