Welcome
This User Manual contains all essential information for CALPADS users to make full use of the system. It includes a description of the system functions and capabilities, contingencies and alternate modes of operation, and step-by-step procedures for system access and use. It also serves as a gateway to additional state compliance resources, submission and report analysis tools.
Fall 1 Roadmap
Provides a summary of essential information and tools necessary for success in meeting all Fall 1 submission requirements.
Fall 2 Roadmap
Provides a summary of essential information and tools necessary for success in meeting all Fall 2 submission requirements.
Report Mapping Guide
This page will help users navigate through the nuances of the different CALPADS report by providing specific logic and mapped sources of each value.
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Learning Resources
CSIS Channel
Includes self-paced training presentations, weekly Q & A recordings as well as recordings of other CALPADS related events.
Bridge LMS
CALPADS Learning contains required self-paced classes, course programs and access to register for live training classes.
Training Resource
FCMAT/CSIS website stores valuable tools and training resources which LEAs may download and use as reference for CALPADS work.
CDE CALPADS Page
The CA Department of Education's portal to all CALPADS resources, department communications, and access to other education-related agencies.