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Goals/Data Collection/Progress
College Career Indicator Help SheetExplains the Work-Based Learning Program Completion fields (WorkAbility I) Dept. Rehab and TPP; and
Developing Progress ReportsDiscusses the process of entering progress data, navigating and printing the Progress Report.
Grouping and Moving order of GoalsHow to re-order your goals; and filter out goals by Area of Need and Person Responsible.
How to use Bulk Progress ReportsWalks the user through the steps of using the Bulk Progress Reports feature.
IEP Goals Learning Loss Searches in SirasTo determine how your students are doing on their IEP goals.
Service Log Support/HelpThis document is an outline of how the Service Log operates.
Using the Goals DeveloperThis walks the user on how to use the Goal Developer and the GoalWizard.
IEP Manager
[RPT1] Assmt Report User Guide (Monterey SELPA)This document provides the guidelines and directions for completing the assessment report in the IEP
10 Steps for Developing an IEP in SIRASThis handout describes the process step-by-step of developing an IEP with SIRAS.
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
Classroom Accommodation & Modifications menusThis is a list of the Classroom Accommoda and Modficationstions Menus used in the forms.
Development of Basic IEP Forms (Monterey SELPA)IEP Basic Forms for Monterey SELPA that provides detailed instructions on the development of the IEP
Development of Pre-IEP Forms (Monterey SELPA)IEP Basic Forms for Monterey SELPA that provides detailed instructions for the Pre-IEP forms.
Email Form Links and eSignaturesExplains the 'email form input request' feature and the e-Signature component on the forms.
Escalation Cycle Management Plan form directionsDirections for Escalation Cycle Management Plan form used by Monterey SELPA, Santa Clara SELPA and R
Exiting a Student from Special EducationOutlines the procedure of how to exit a student from special education.
Forms - Meeting Chart (Monterey SELPA)Forms According to Meeting Type Chart for Monterey SELPA.
Forms - Meeting Chart (Placer SELPA)Forms According to Meeting Type Chart for Placer County SELPA.
Forms According to Meeting Chart (LACOE Charter)This chart shows which forms will be required and optional based on meeting type for LACOE charter s
Forms According to Meeting Chart (Santa Clara)This chart shows which forms will be required and optional based on meeting type for Santa Clara SEL
Forms Chart (Santa Barbara SELPA)This outlines which meeting types, tabs and rules forms will appear in the IEP Manager.
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.
Locating Forms in SIRASExplains where to find forms and how the forms are laid out in the program.
Meeting Continued vs. RescheduledExplains the process of when and how to either reschedule a meeting or continue a meeting.
Pri & Sec Meeting Purpose Definition SummaryThis documents brief definitions of primary and secondary meeting purposes.
Procedure for Assigning DNQ (not eligible)This 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 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.
List of Search-able Fields in Search PageThis is a list of items that can be searched for in SIRAS on the Search Page.
Post Secondary Survey ProcedureThis document outlines the procedure to use the batch edit for the Post Secondary Survey forms and h
SIRAS Reminder NotesGetting Started on Siras and SIRAS Reminder Notes.
Statistical Reports HelpOutlines how to use the statistical reports and set the various preferences.
Using the Labels and Batch formsThis documents explains how to print labels and print forms in batch.
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 Search Feature in SIRASThis handout describes how to use the Search feature (little magnifying glass) to develop queries/fo
Using the Student Lists in SIRASDescribes the process of how to use the 'Student List' feature under the Reporting menu.
SIRAS
Active, Inactive and Pending 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.
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 Review Exited RecordsThis documents outlines how to query and review exited records for this school year.
How to Save and Share Custom Queries and ListsDirections on how to share custom 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
How to Verify Caseloads in SIRAS (CALPADSClerk)This is a method that a CALPADS Clerk can verify and edit a Providers caseload in SIRAS.
Manage User Accounts (SPED Clerk)This document explains how to manage user accounts. To be used by CALPADS Clerks and District Admin
Next Years Data & EOY Rollover ProcedureExplains the process for using the Next Years Data tab & EOY Rollover.
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.
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 SIRAS & District's SISThis is for IT Staff and explains how to SIRAS can communicate with the district's SIS.
How to clear your browser cacheThis 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.
How to take a screenshot in WindowsExplains how to take a screenshot in Windows. This is very useful for support in explaining problem
Printing in SIRASThis document troubleshoots printing issues.
Problems Trying to Copy & PasteIf 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 browser configurations overview that will work with the IEP Manager component
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
Uploading Reports and DocumentsThis outlines how to upload and connect a document to the student's record.
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.
Developing Linguistically Appropriate IEP GoalsHow to develop Linguistically Appropriate IEP Goals
ELD Common Core Standards DescriptionELD Common Core Standards Description.
ELPAC Performance & ELD Proficiency LevelsELPAC Performance & ELD Proficiency Levels
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
Power Point on Linguistically Appropriate GoalsThis Power Point provides direction on Linguistically Appropriate Goals
Settings Conditions ListList of the settings and conditions used in the GoalWizard.
SIRAS Workshop Description & AgendasThis document describes the different SIRAS workshops we offer and their associated agendas.
Standards and Stems Samples for ELA and MathStandards and Stems Samples for ELA and Math.
User Responsibility Hierarchy TreeUser Responsibility Hierarchy Tree to determine the level of user access and responsibility.
Walkthrough CCSS AgendaSuggested agenda to instruct using the GoalWizard to develop Common Core goals & benchmarks.
Writing linguistically appropriate goalsUsing ELPAC levels to write linguistically appropriate goals