Quick Guide to Setting Up TalkingPoints and Adding Students

Setting Up Your TalkingPoints Account

1. Create Your Account:

   • Visit the TalkingPoints website and sign up.

2. Access Your Dashboard:

   • Log in to your teacher dashboard to manage classes.

3. Set Language Preferences:

   • Choose your preferred language for communication.

Adding Students Quickly

STARS CLASSROOM

1. Access STARS Classroom:

   • Go to Google STARS CLASSROOM or nycenet.edu/starsclassroom.

2. View Classes:

   • Click on Classes to see your courses and ensure the correct school year and term are selected.

3. Export Roster:

   • Click on a class and select Export Roster to download the student information.

Filling Out the Contact Sheet

1. Download Template:

   • Download the Google Sheets Contact Sheet template.

2. Make a Copy:

   • Save a copy of the template in an accessible location.

3. Fill in Information:

   • Use the exported roster data to fill in the student details.

Importing Students to TalkingPoints

1. Select and Copy Rows:

   • Highlight the student rows and select [Edit > Copy].

2. Paste into TalkingPoints:

   • Go back to TalkingPoints, click in the first student name field, and paste using [command + V].

3. Repeat for Other Classes:

   • Follow the same steps for any additional classes.

Tips

• Send a Welcome Message: Introduce families to the platform after adding students.

• Use Translation Features: Encourage families to utilize the multilingual options.

• Keep Roster Updated: Regularly update your roster as needed.