Adding calendars to your school website helps keep students, parents, and staff informed about important dates and events. You can create multiple calendars for different purposes, such as academic calendars, sports schedules, or special events.
What You'll Need
Administrator or editor access to your school's content management platform
A clear name for your new calendar
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Access Calendar Settings
Log into your school's content management platform
Navigate to Settings from the main menu
Step 2: Open the Calendars Section
Click on the Calendars tab
You'll see a list of any existing calendars for your school
Step 3: Create Your New Calendar
Click the Add Calendar button
A new calendar form will appear
Step 4: Configure Calendar Details
Set Display Order: Use the Calendar Order drop-down field to choose where this calendar appears relative to other calendars on your website
Lower numbers appear first
This helps organize multiple calendars logically
Name Your Calendar: Enter a clear, descriptive name in the Title field
Examples: "Academic Calendar," "Athletic Events," "PTA Meetings," "School Holidays"
Choose names that parents and students will easily understand
Step 5: Save Your Work
Click the Save button to create your new calendar
Your calendar is now ready to use and will appear on your school website
What Happens Next
After creating your calendar, you can:
Add events and important dates
Edit the calendar name or display order if needed
Share the calendar with specific staff members for updates
Tips for Success
Use descriptive names: Make it easy for visitors to understand what each calendar contains
Plan your order: Think about which calendars are most important to display first
Create separate calendars: Consider having different calendars for academics, athletics, and community events to keep information organized