Update Existing Classes
This screen is used to edit class details after the class has been created. What you can update: You can update the assigned teacher, add a substitute teacher, change the class section, and mark the class active or inactive. Additional note: The Students button on this screen provides direct access to the students assigned to […]
Assign Teachers to Classes
When creating or editing a class, the teacher dropdown lets the administrator assign the correct class teacher. This ensures the teacher receives the correct student list and dismissal notifications during pickup. Best practice: Assign only one main teacher at first, then add a substitute teacher if needed for backup coverage.
Create a Class
This is the screen used to add a new class to the school. Fields on this screen: Enter the class code, grade, and section, then assign the primary teacher. Creating classes correctly is essential because students and teachers are linked through the class assignment.
Add Staff Members
Use this form to create staff accounts for teachers, office personnel, and other authorized school users. Fields on this screen: Select the correct role so each person sees the right menu and permissions. If you do not want to set a password immediately, you can leave the password field blank. The system will then send […]
Configure School Settings
This screen (Config tab) controls the operational settings for the school pickup line system. What you can manage: Schools can add custom pickup remarks and adjust school-level configuration, such as pickup start time. These settings help the platform match the school’s real dismissal workflow.
Update School Information
This screen (General tab) is used to maintain the school’s profile details. What you can update: Make sure the school name, code, and address are accurate because these settings help identify the school throughout the platform and can affect reporting, notifications, and device mapping. Best practice: Set the school code early and keep it consistent […]
Open the School Administrator Menu
The school menu provides navigation to all major setup areas. This is the main navigation area for school administrators. Main sections: Use the side menu to move between school settings, class setup, student records, staff records, and device management.
Review the School Administrator Dashboard
The dashboard gives administrators a quick overview of school operations. This is the main control center for the school account. What you see: Administrators can quickly see how many students, staff members, classes, registered vehicles, and connected devices are active in the system. This screen is useful for monitoring readiness before the dismissal period begins.
Sign in to the School Account
The login screen is the starting point for school administrators and authorized staff. What you see: Use this screen to log in to the PLACA.AI school system. School administrators should use the credentials created during onboarding. Once signed in, the user is taken to the school dashboard, where setup and daily dismissal tasks are managed.
PLACA.AI School Pickup Line System Overview
PLACA.AI helps schools manage student dismissal, parent pickup, class assignments, staff access, and vehicle registration in one connected platform. The system is designed to improve school pickup line safety, reduce congestion, and give teachers and administrators real-time visibility during dismissal. This guide explains how to: