YCDSB’s Report Card Software

Web Grades (K-12)

WebGrades is a software application that enables Elementary and Secondary staff to complete student report cards from any Internet-connected computer. YCDSB currently has four different versions in use: Web Grades Kindergarten, Elementary, OLOL (Gr. 7 & 8), and Secondary. The system’s built-in reporting functionality and user-friendly interface enable teachers and administrators to quickly evaluate student progress, attitude, performance and attendance. WebGrades is easy to learn and use, and provides a secure login system to protect confidential information.

Computer Requirements
WebGrades is an Internet-based piece of software. That being said, it will work on both the PC and Macintosh operating platform, as long as your computer is connected to the Internet. Access to WebGrades from your school’s computers is guaranteed. If you choose to work on your report cards from home, you will also need to subscribe to one of the numerous Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in your area.

Software Requirements
WebGrades will function on most web browsers. This includes Internet Explorer (versions 4,5 or 6), Mozilla, Netscape Navigator (versions 5,6 or 7), Opera (version 6 or 7), Safari, or Firefox. If the browser installed on your computer is not listed, you will need to download one of the above-mentioned browsers from the company’s website. Most browsers are free, and the majority of PCs come with Internet Explorer already installed. We recommend Internet Explorer, as it is the standard adopted by the Board.

You will need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to view your report cards.

Security
The WebGrades website is a secure site. It utilizes 128-bit SSL Encryption, the same technology that online banking websites make use of. 128-bit encryption helps ensure that your data can only be decoded and read by WebGrades in our secure online environment. Secure firewalls help prevent unauthorized access to our internal systems. To do your part, ensure that you keep your username and password private, and definitely change your password from the default password that will be initially assigned to all users.

Backups Backup operations are performed nightly by WebGrades. Please contact the helpdesk if you encounter any difficulties, or have any questions.

Support Information During peak periods for the Elementary and Kindergarten versions, support is also extended to night and weekends as follows:

Monday-Friday 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Sunday1:00 - 5:00 pm