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Absence Management (formerly Aesop)
This is where you create your absences. ALL absences must be recorded. If you do not have an account set up, please send an email to My HR.
Aspen X2
This is our Student Information System (SIS). All student and staff data is available here. Human Resources manages staff data and Schools manage the student data. It is important that this database be current with your updated information, so if you ever need to make a change, please send your updates to HR.
Canvas
Canvas is the main Learning Management System (LMS) used across Framingham Public Schools. It is a way to simplify teaching and learning by connecting all the digital tools teachers use in one easy place. It is used by Teachers (creating and receiving assignments), Students (completing and submitting assignments), and Parents (review) in various ways.
Clever
The Clever Dashboard is used to manage district supported applications. The main purpose of the dashboard is to simplify the student and teacher’s access to applications.
Email
Framingham Public Schools has access to a free suite of communication and collaboration tools from Google for learning anywhere, anytime, on any device.
Emergency Resource Request Form
The Office of Equity works with community partners and an Interfaith clergy to secure items for FPS families in need. All of the items are stored in a Family Resource Room at the Farley Building and are provided to families free of charge.
ESPED
eSped was acquired by Frontline Education. While the name has changed to Frontline Special Ed & Interventions, the same great product, service & support remain. With Frontline Special Ed & Interventions, you can: Manage the special education process and improve the quality of IEPs; Enhance compliance with state requirements and district policies; Identify, prioritize and act on opportunities for Medicaid reimbursement; Manage complex RTI / MTSS processes; Improve 504 Plan efficiency and effectiveness; Ease paperwork, data collection and progress monitoring in your EL program; and Easily integrate with your Student Information System and transfer IEP documents between districts.
FPS Technology Resources for Staff
This site is designed to be a centralized resource for staff when they are seeking to use online technology. It will provide direction for knowing which tools and applications are approved for use, a place to make requests to add new resources and a library of self help videos and directions for common resources.City of Framingham Employee Self-Service & Employment Opportunities
Login here to view paycheck and tax information, as well as open positions with the City. For more information please visit the ESS Reference Library: www.FraminghamMA.gov/ESSInfo.
Framingham Teachers Association (FTA)
The Framingham Teachers Association is the professional organization of classroom teachers, specialized teaching personnel, school counselors, department chairpersons, nurses, secretaries, assistant teachers and aides who work in the Framingham Public Schools. The Association is the exclusive representative for the purpose of collective bargaining with respect to wages, hours and other conditions of employment for all professional employees employed by the School Committee. The goal of the Association is to provide education of the highest possible quality for the young people attending the Framingham Public Schools. The Framingham Teachers Association is a member-driven organization, governed by democratic principles, that accepts and supports the interdependence of professionals and unionism. The FTA promotes the use of its members’ collective powers to advance their professional and economic interests. The FTA is committed to human and civil rights and advocates for quality public education in an environment in which lifelong learning and innovation flourish.
Helpdesk Self Service
This is a link for you to create a technology helpdesk request/ticket. Login with your school credentials and your request will be input into the Office of Technology's Helpdesk System
Internal Job Postings
Munis Financial System
This is the system current employees use for purchase orders/requisitions when required by their job: https://tylerhub.framinghamma.
org . For more information please visit the Munis Reference Library: www.FraminghamMA.gov/MunisInfo. PaperCut Follow-Me Printing
Use this link to set up a PIN. To check/reset copier ID # (PIN) staff need to:
1. Click on the link
2. Sign in with district credentials
3. Select Change Details from the menu to the left
4. Your current copier ID will be present in the top field (if one has been set) and you will have the option to change it if necessary.Parent Teacher Home Visit Program
Framingham Public Schools is partnering with Parent Teacher Home Visits, a non-profit, grassroots network, in an effort to build stronger relationships with our families. The program aims to create relationships between the Framingham Public Schools and our families. The program is about raising awareness of hopes and dreams for our students and how we, together as a school community, can realize that vision together. Staff members interested in participating in this program should contact their Site Coordinator to learn more about training and how to get started.
Password Management
Use this link to reset your email/network password. In order to successfully change your password, you must be connected to the District network (at any school or FPS building).
Professional Learning
FPS Online system for Professional Development courses, PDP transcripts, and external credit requests.
SmartEDU / Professional Development Website
Framingham Public Schools is a recognized provider of PDPs by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). FPS utilizes the SmartEDU web-based professional development management system. District staff and administrators can register for and receive PDPs for district-organized PD activities including PD day workshops, content and school-based workshops and partner-sponsored graduate level courses.
SmartEDU does not track PDPs awarded to educators for PD activities that take place outside the district. It is the educator’s responsibility to keep a record of their professional development. We suggest that you maintain a portfolio with documentation of all in-district as well as outside professional development activities. SmartEDU is a helpful tool for tracking PDPs awarded in-district. However, it is very important that you keep accurate records of all of your PD activities. For more information, see the DESE Educator License Renewal guidelines here: Documentation and Recordkeeping.
TalentEd (current employees)
FPS system, which includes Talented Records, TalentEd Perform, TalentEd Applicant Tracking, and TalentEd Professional Learning. These products are used for many purposes throughout the district to facilitate staff needs, contractual obligations, and internal departmental coordination.
TalentEd for New Hires
If you are new to FPS, please use this link to sign in to Talent Ed.
Title IX (Training)
To learn about Title IX and the training FPS has received, please visit the Title IX webpage.
Translation Information
FPS Interpreter Request Form
FPS Written Translation Request Form