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Siras Systems will be copying the live SIRAS database and creating a new SIRAS Training version in the middle of January. If you are a SIRAS Trainer and have sample records you created in the Training version, download a copy of the IEP, or the various forms, and then reenter that in a new record once the new SIRAS Training version is deployed.
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SIRAS Newsletter January 2025
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IMPORTANT Information for all users in SIRAS
Get Ready for Spring ELA, Math, Science and EL testing:
Siras can now send SBAC/ELPAC/504 accommodations data to TOMS with the SIRAS to TOMS API connection, Sped Clerks can contact brian@sirassystems.com for more information on enabling this included feature.
The statewide testing windows open soon. Review your SBAC/CAA/ELPAC data in SIRAS. Your district will likely export supports and accommodations for TOMS 1-2 weeks prior to the first day of testing in your district. If needed, schedule IEPs to make necessary changes prior to the data export(s). The TOMS Export Procedure Help Sheet contains guidance for case managers on data review, for SIRAS administrative staff on the data export for TOMS and for test coordinators on the upload of test supports and accommodations to TOMS.
CAASPP and ELPAC supports for 2024-2025 have been updated by the CDE and are updated in SIRAS. New UDA menu updates have been deployed to SIRAS.
Calculate the % in General Education as you work on your IEPs: Utilize the calculator in SIRAS to assist you with keeping this up to date at each IEP as services, placement, and bell schedules change.
IMPORTANT Information for SIRAS Data Administrators in SIRAS
Correct DRDP errors, if any, posted in SIRAS as quickly as possible. Notify SELPA when all errors have been addressed and if needed, re-submit the DRDP Exception list to your director and SELPA. Access the updated DRDP Help Sheet on the Happy Fox SIRAS User Manual.
We are currently in the Fall 1 Amendment window. If you have made corrections to CALPADS data that were included in the LEA Approved Fall 1 submission, then the LEA will disapprove and re-approve the revised uncertified reports using the amendment window. That way, the most current information will be included for Fall 1 certification. Collaborate with SELPA If your LEA will be using this process during the amendment window. Review problem-solving resources on posted on the SIRAS4CALPADS Padlet and the Happy Fox SIRAS Support Center. In addition, reference the CDE Fall 1 2024 suggested due dates/checklist. The SELPA approval deadline for the Fall 1 amendment window is January 13, 2025, so that the SELPA can make sure all approvals are certified by the CALPADS deadline of January 24, 2025.
After certification, save your 16 dot reports for future use. Utilize the data tracking worksheet to summarize the data from CALPADS reports.
Join SELPA for monthly SIRAS Data Network meetings (Office hours with SELPA for SPED Data Specialists)
The schedule of SIRAS Support Zoominars/Office hours is posted on the SIRAS4CALPADS Padlet.
SIRAS Translation Services
SST Tracker and the 504 Modules:
Contact steve@sirassystems.com for a quote and to arrange
The modules employ Transfer buttons on the MIS Summary page which move the student record from one module to another (for example, SST to 504 or SST to Special Education). If your district is interested in using either the SST Tracker or the 504 Plan Developer email Siras Systems for assistance to get started.
Optional Costs:
- Customized 504 Forms
- SIS Integration of demographic and contact data
- Training & Workshops
Siras Systems is looking for volunteers to assist in the development of short assessment worksheets connected to the goal stems when developed in the GoalWizard. Our hope is that we can combine our resources and efforts to develop material for CCSS goal stems. SIRAS Systems will help coordinate and facilitate the development of the assessments, configure and import the files into SIRAS when complete. This project will take about a year to fully materialize. This cooperative effort benefits the outcomes of the students we serve. Users in the SIRAS family can easily and efficiently develop baselines, evaluate the student’s progress toward their goals, determine whether the goal is met and present this evidence at the annual review meetings. Your participation and contribution to this project as a SELPA would be greatly appreciated by many. All participants that assist would be added to our Acknowledgement page for professional recognition. If you are interested in assisting with this project, email Steve Ormbrek at steve@sirassystems.com
