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Exploring the Future of Automated Attendance in Schools

Automated attendance is a hot topic in education. But what does it actually look like? In this webinar, Orah’s leadership team explores the possibilities, challenges, and realities of automating attendance. From reducing admin workloads to ensuring data accuracy, we dive into the role of technology in reshaping how schools track student presence. Shownotes: [00:00] Welcome & Introductions – Ronan introduces Matt and Kurt, setting the stage for today’s discussion on automated attendance. [02:36] What is Orah? – Matt shares Orah’s mission, its role in supporting independent schools, and the three pillars of duty of care: Attendance, Wellbeing, and Communication. [05:10] Why Automate Attendance? – Kurt discusses the benefits of automation, from saving teaching and admin time to improving data accuracy and classroom experience. [07:56] Challenges in Automation – What’s stopping schools from fully automating attendance? We cover cost, maintenance, privacy concerns, and workflow integration. [13:52] Current Orah Solutions – How Orah has already started to introduce automation through automated rolls, NFC check-ins, and integration with student records. [20:10] What Does the Future Hold? – Looking beyond today’s solutions, we explore potential next steps, including hardware integrations, real-time validation, and AI-powered accuracy checks. [25:26] What Schools Are Saying – Feedback from educators on what they need from an automated attendance system and the importance of balancing automation with human oversight. [31:19] iSAMS & SIS Integration Updates – Updates on Orah’s work with SIS platforms like iSAMS, Blackbaud, and Veracross for better attendance management. [35:02] How You Can Get Involved – Kurt invites schools to collaborate with Orah as early adopters to help shape the future of automated attendance. Some Key Takeaways: Automated attendance should enhance (not replace) human oversight. Schools need flexible solutions that integrate with existing workflows. Accuracy, privacy, and ease of use are critical for successful adoption. We are committed to working with schools to develop the best solutions for in-class and real-time attendance tracking. Get Involved: 👉 Want to be part of Orah’s Automated Attendance early adopter group? www.orah.com/automated-attendance 👉 Learn more about Orah: www.orah.com #AutomatedAttendance #EdTech #SchoolSafety #Orah #IndependentSchools #EducationTechnology