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We are excited to welcome you to our 36th annual IL Skyward® User Group Conference at the Tinley Park Convention Center!  Using our app will keep you up-to-date with sessions and news as they happen. See the #MagicOfTeamwork  at #ILSkyCon2026!

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Friday, March 27
 

9:05am CDT

Qmlativ - Secondary Gradebook Configurations, Grade Scales and Calculation Groups
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
Skyward has developed a grade book designed specifically for Elementary teachers. This session will cover the skills based approach and demonstrate the benefits of the Standards Based Gradebook.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
North Pavilion 4

9:05am CDT

Qmlativ - SIS A-Z Part 1
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
This session will be an overview of what is needed for proper submission of SIS data to the state
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
North Pavilion 5

9:05am CDT

Qmlativ - Student Overview*
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
Enjoy a sneak peek at the future of our Student Management Suite and learn how Qmlativ leverages new breakthroughs in technology to deliver an even better experience. See how Qmlativ can transform your data analysis for your school.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
South Pavilion 2

9:05am CDT

Qmlativ - Student Tips and Tricks
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
This session will demonstrate some time-saving features to reduce the time it takes work in Skyward’s Qmlativ software and will focus on the Student Management system. Navigation, Creating Filters, Views, Live Tiles, and Live Charts, setting Favorites and Docking items, and advanced Browse tricks are just a few of the things you will learn. This session is intended for current Qmlativ users.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
South Pavilion 3/4

9:05am CDT

S2Q - Administrators - Things to Know about Migrating - Part 1
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
Administrators and anyone responsible for working on district's Qmlativ Migration are encouraged to attend to hear how you can be successful in your migration.
Presenters
avatar for Scott Anthony

Scott Anthony

MIS Manager, CHSD230
MIS Manager for CHSD 230 since 2012.
EB

Eric Barringer

Director of Technology, Clinton Consolidated Unit School District 15
avatar for Rob Beck

Rob Beck

Executive Director of Technology, Troy 30c
avatar for Matt Birdsley

Matt Birdsley

Director of Finance, Sterling Public Schools
JC

John Connolly

CTOO, Consolidated High School District 230
avatar for Joel Margliano

Joel Margliano

Manager of Information Systems, Kankakee School District 111
President of the Illinois Skyward User Group
Currently using Skyward Business - SMS 2.0
Currently using Skyward Student - SMS 2.0 - Exploring Secondary Standards Grade Book.
Friday March 27, 2026 9:05am - 10:05am CDT
South Pavilion 5/6

10:15am CDT

Qmlativ - Gradebook Setup Overview and Variations
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
This session will take a look at the various gradebook configuration options!
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
North Pavilion 3

10:15am CDT

Qmlativ - Scheduling - Course Setup and Future Scheduling
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
An overview session dedicated to the different pieces built into a course record, starting with the curriculum record all the way through to the meet record. There will be special focus on the areas pertinent to Illinois State Reporting. This session is intended for current Qmlativ users.
Presenters
SH

Shalene Herbert

Managing Consultant, Skyward Inc.
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
South Pavilion 3/4

10:15am CDT

Qmlativ - SIS A-Z Part 2
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
This session will be an overview of what is needed for proper submission of SIS data to the state.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
North Pavilion 5

10:15am CDT

S2Q - Attendance Entry in Qmlativ vs SMS
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Wonder how Attendance Entry will work in Qmlativ? In this session, we will provide a step by step comparison for how Attendance will be recorded differently when you migrate to Q.
Presenters
CJ

Cam Jandt

Skyward
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
North Pavilion 4

10:15am CDT

Qmlativ - Knowledge Hub and Support Options
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Walk through the Qmlativ Knowledge Hub with us as we explore the different resources available to end users. We will also discuss how to get involved in the IL SkyCon User Group Weekly Qmlativ Discussions.
Presenters
avatar for Liz Boyles

Liz Boyles

Director of Information Services, Troy CCSD 30C
avatar for Stephanie Kaack

Stephanie Kaack

Data Coordinator, Manteno CUSD No. 5
I am the Data Coordinator for Manteno CUSD No. 5. I have been in the district since January 2010. I work extensively with the Student side of Skyward, but also have some HR/Finance side responsibilities. Our district migrated our combined database from SMS 2.0 to Qmlativ in July 2020... Read More →
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
South Pavilion 1

10:15am CDT

S2Q - Administrators - Things to Know about Migrating - Part 2
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Contiuing the discussion with Administrators and anyone responsible for working on district's Qmlativ Migration and how you can be successful in your migration.
Presenters
avatar for Scott Anthony

Scott Anthony

MIS Manager, CHSD230
MIS Manager for CHSD 230 since 2012.
EB

Eric Barringer

Director of Technology, Clinton Consolidated Unit School District 15
avatar for Rob Beck

Rob Beck

Executive Director of Technology, Troy 30c
avatar for Matt Birdsley

Matt Birdsley

Director of Finance, Sterling Public Schools
JC

John Connolly

CTOO, Consolidated High School District 230
avatar for Joel Margliano

Joel Margliano

Manager of Information Systems, Kankakee School District 111
President of the Illinois Skyward User Group
Currently using Skyward Business - SMS 2.0
Currently using Skyward Student - SMS 2.0 - Exploring Secondary Standards Grade Book.
Friday March 27, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
South Pavilion 5/6

12:50pm CDT

Qmlativ - Grading Troubleshooting
Friday March 27, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
This session will introduce you to some of the common troubleshooting techniques for correcting errors with GPA's, including grade marks, course master set up and Mass Audit processing.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
North Pavilion 4

12:50pm CDT

Qmlativ - Implementing of Standards into Gradebook
Friday March 27, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
Check out the options in Qmlativ for a grade book designed specifically for Elementary teachers. This session will cover the skills based approach and demonstrate the benefits of the Standards Based Gradebook.
Presenters
SH

Shalene Herbert

Managing Consultant, Skyward Inc.
Friday March 27, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
North Pavilion 2

12:50pm CDT

Qmlativ - Top 10 Reports for Student Administrators
Friday March 27, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
See what the most popular reports are for Student Administrators that want to keep a pulse on what the trends are in their school district.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
South Pavilion 5/6

12:50pm CDT

S2Q - Future Scheduling Preparation for Migration
Friday March 27, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
Wonder how Future Scheduling will work in Qmlativ? In this session, we will provide a step by step comparison for how Future Scheduling will be managed differently when you migrate to Q.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
South Pavilion 1

2:15pm CDT

Qmlativ - Entry/Withdrawal and Schedule changes during year - Impact on SIS
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Learn about how entry/withdrawal and other changes throughout the year impact SIS reporting.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
North Pavilion 4

2:15pm CDT

Qmlativ - Introduction to Student Reporting and Datamining*
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
An overview of some of the different reporting options available in Qmlativ, specifically for Student Information. We will firstly look at a smattering of the canned student reports (including but not limited to Student Information, Student List, and Duplicate Student Numbers), and then the second half will focus on how to build Data Mining Reports within Qmlativ which enable you to design your own reports. You can attend overviews of Q Student Management in sessions 5 and 10.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
South Pavilion 1

2:15pm CDT

Qmlativ - User Experience: Student Data Mining Influencers
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Have ideas to improve the Student Data Mining tool in Qmlativ? Join us for a dynamic session where your voice helps shape the future. Get a sneak peek at upcoming enhancements, share your feedback directly with Product Managers, and influence the features that matter most to you. This is your opportunity to be a co-creator in the product journey!
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Conf Room 3

2:15pm CDT

Qmlativ - District Pulse*
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Are you a Qmlativ Student or Business user ready to turn your data into decisions? From accounting and employment to attendance, enrollment, discipline, and grades—you already have a wealth of information at your fingertips. Now it’s time to elevate how you use it.

Join us to discover how District Pulse empowers your team with secure, cloud-based analytics and dynamic dashboards. Learn how to visualize trends, uncover insights, and make data-driven decisions with confidence. Whether you're looking to streamline operations or tell a compelling story with your data, this session will show you what’s possible.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
South Pavilion 3/4

2:15pm CDT

S2Q - Grading in Qmlativ vs SMS
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Wonder how Grading will work in Qmlativ? In this session, we will provide a step by step comparison for how Grading will be managed differently when you migrate to Q.
Presenters
CJ

Cam Jandt

Skyward
Friday March 27, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
North Pavilion 3

3:25pm CDT

Qmlativ - Discipline
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
Learn about Discipline code setup and management of issues for each student.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
North Pavilion 3

3:25pm CDT

Qmlativ - Fee Management Proration, Discounts, Food Service connections
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
See how Fee Management can be setup for managing proration and discounts.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
North Pavilion 4

3:25pm CDT

Qmlativ - Smart Data Acccess: Filtering Special Education Information with Ease
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
Following data migration, locating and identifying the most current information can often feel overwhelming. This session will demonstrate filtering and sorting strategies designed to help users efficiently access, organize, and utilize their data.
Presenters
avatar for Becky Haas

Becky Haas

Director of Student Services, Sterling Public Schools
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
Conf Room 3

3:25pm CDT

Qmlativ - Student New Features and Road Map*
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
Check out the newest features in Qmlativ Student and find out what exciting features are due to appear in the coming months.
Presenters
avatar for Ali DeGeorge
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
South Pavilion 3/4

3:25pm CDT

S2Q - Secondary Scheduling Features Overview
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
Wonder how Secondary Scheduling will work in Qmlativ? In this session, we will provide a step by step comparison for how Secondary Scheduling will be managed differently when you migrate to Q.
Presenters
Friday March 27, 2026 3:25pm - 4:25pm CDT
South Pavilion 1
 
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