July 2026, Release Notes

Features

Email-first login flow for vendors

Audience: Vendor Admin, District Admin (partially)

You can now sign in to Connect with your email address first. After the email is provided, the platform automatically identifies the user's organization and displays the authentication methods configured for that organization, including password-based login and available Single Sign-On (SSO) options.

This update streamlines authentication, reduces login errors caused by incorrect organization selection, and replaces multiple legacy login entry points (e.g., Sign in as Vendor) with a single unified login flow.

Support attendance and transportation import

Audience: District Admin

SchoolDay now supports Attendance and Transportation data, in addition to rostering. Admins can connect a wider range of apps — including student safety, communication, and analytics tools — without manually entering or transferring records.

Ed-Fi integration support

Audience: District Admin

SchoolDay now integrates with Ed-Fi, enabling districts to sync student, staff, and academic data via the Ed-Fi ODS and APIs. This standards-based approach enhances interoperability and eliminates the need for custom or vendor-specific integrations.

Updates

PowerSchool plugin-only mode

Audience: District Admin

SchoolDay now supports importing all PowerSchool data exclusively through the PowerSchool plugin. Through the use of controlled PowerQuery endpoints, districts can grant SchoolDay precise access to only the necessary roster data. See Manage the PowerSchool Plugin

Security and reliability improvements

Audience: All

Platform Security and Reliability Improvements

SchoolDay has implemented a series of security, performance, and infrastructure enhancements to improve platform reliability, scalability, and operational resilience. These updates strengthen the overall platform foundation and help ensure a more secure and stable experience for all customers.