Overview

As curriculum frameworks evolve, schools may occasionally need to remove School-Specific Standards that are no longer relevant. Standards may become obsolete due to curriculum updates, accreditation changes, program restructuring, or the creation of duplicate standards during setup.

openSIS allows administrators to delete School-Specific Standards that are no longer needed.

Before removing a standard, administrators should review whether the standard is actively being used in standards-based grading, student assessments, report cards, or academic reporting.

Maintaining a clean and organized standards library helps improve consistency and simplify standards management.

When Should a School-Specific Standard Be Deleted?

Schools may choose to delete a standard when:

• The standard was created by mistake.
• Duplicate standards exist.
• Curriculum requirements have changed.
• The standard is no longer used.
• A newer version of the standard has replaced it.
• Test standards were created during setup or training.

Removing outdated standards helps ensure teachers only work with approved and relevant learning objectives.

Before Deleting a Standard

Before proceeding, review the following considerations.

Is the Standard Currently Being Used?

Determine whether the standard is associated with:

• Standards-Based Grading
• Assessments
• Courses
• Report Cards
• Student Mastery Tracking
• Academic Reports

If the standard is still being used, editing it may be more appropriate than deleting it.

Is There a Replacement Standard?

If the standard is being retired, ensure that a replacement standard has already been created if necessary.

Example:

Before:

Technology Skills

After:

Digital Literacy and Technology Skills

In this scenario, the older standard may no longer be needed.

Is the Standard a Duplicate?

Many schools discover duplicate standards during curriculum reviews.

Example:

Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking Skills

If both standards measure the same learning objective, one may be removed to improve consistency.

How to Delete a School-Specific Standard

Step 1: Navigate to School-Specific Standards

Go to:

Settings → Grades → School-Specific Standards

The page displays all custom standards configured within the institution.

Step 2: Locate the Standard

Find the standard you want to remove.

Examples:

• Critical Thinking
• Effective Communication
• Digital Citizenship
• Leadership and Collaboration

Review the standard carefully before proceeding.

Step 3: Click Delete

Select the Delete icon next to the standard.

A confirmation prompt may appear.

Step 4: Review the Warning

Read the confirmation message carefully.

Verify that:

• The standard is no longer needed.
• It is not actively used in assessments.
• Student mastery tracking will not be negatively affected.
• A replacement standard exists if required.

Step 5: Confirm Deletion

Click Confirm.

The standard is removed from the School-Specific Standards list.

Example Cleanup Scenario

A school initially creates:

Digital Literacy
Technology Literacy
Digital Citizenship

After reviewing the curriculum, administrators determine that:

Technology Literacy

duplicates content already covered by:

Digital Literacy

The duplicate standard can be removed to simplify standards management.

Alternatives to Deletion

In some situations, deleting a standard may not be necessary.

Edit the Standard

If only minor corrections are needed, editing is often the better option.

Examples:

• Updating descriptions
• Correcting grade levels
• Revising titles

Retain for Historical Reference

If previous student assessments relied on the standard, retaining it may help preserve historical consistency.

Archive Curriculum Documentation

When major curriculum revisions occur, maintain records of standards that were removed or replaced.

Best Practices

Review Curriculum Impact

Ensure the standard is not required by current instructional programs.

Remove Duplicate Standards

Eliminate overlapping standards to improve consistency.

Coordinate with Curriculum Leaders

Major standards changes should be reviewed by academic leadership.

Verify Assessment Dependencies

Review standards-based grading configurations before deletion.

Maintain Clear Documentation

Keep records of curriculum and standards updates.

Common Questions

Can I delete a School-Specific Standard after it has been created?

Yes. Administrators can remove standards that are no longer needed.

Should I delete or edit a standard?

If the standard remains relevant but needs updates, editing is generally recommended. If it is obsolete or duplicated, deletion may be appropriate.

Can I recreate a deleted standard later?

Yes. A new School-Specific Standard can be created at any time.

Will deleting a standard affect future assessments?

The standard will no longer be available for future standards-based grading and assessment activities.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Deleting active standards without review.
• Removing standards used by current assessments.
• Creating duplicate replacement standards.
• Making curriculum changes without documentation.
• Failing to coordinate with academic leadership.

Proper standards management helps ensure a consistent and effective standards-based assessment framework.