[K12OSN] Need software advice - SMS/Grading system

[Peter Scheie]

Jim Kronebusch wrote:
> On Fri, 5 Jan 2007 07:22:24 -0800 (PST), James Huffman wrote
>> Hello all,
>> I am wondering if any one has any good recommendations
>> as to a good school management software package for
>> use in a small (35 student) high school. We are only 4
>> years old so we are stuck on nothing and have an open
>> mind to all suggestions. We need a good grade book and
>> the ability to print report cards. A good master
>> calendar is also on our wish list. I would prefer
>> something on line but that is not a deal breaker. What
>> are other schools using? (how much should we expect to
>> spend?) Of cource we are using Fedora LTSP as a
>> platform and no Windows boxes are found on site. Any
>> help would be greatly appreciated.
> 
> I don't have any good suggestions, however I know I have seen good discussion
> on this list in the past.  I just quick added to the subject to help others
> chime in.  
> 
> On another note, I helped set this school up when it started.  Since day one
> they have used nothing other than K12LTSP for all their needs.  It would be
> awesome if you guys could help them get a good linux based grading system.
> 
> Thanks
> Jim
> 
The two that seem to come up most frequently are Open Admin and Centre.

http://richtech.ca/openadmin/

http://www.miller-group.net/


Petre