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PowerSchool Frequently Asked Questions


What is PowerSchool?

PowerSchool is a web-based computer program that allows parents or guardians to access their children's current grades and attendance. Attendance information is updated daily. Grades are updated as teachers enter information into their grade books. Parents should allow a reasonable amount of time for assignments to be graded and for scores to be posted.


How do I access PowerSchool?

All parents have the opportunity to access PowerSchool. Parents must have a username and password to login to the system. If you did not receive your username and password in the mail, contact Mr. McCarthy at 908-755-4422.

To login to PowerSchool, go to the website https://excellenceonthehill.powerschool.com

Enter your username and password, and then click Enter.

After you have logged-in, the following screen will appear:



How do I view current grades and attendance?

Any text in blue can be clicked to see more detail. Some subjects will have a lot of detail; others may not. Two weeks of attendance is also shown.


How do I view historical grades?

Click Grades History to view grades from past marking periods.



How do I setup email notification?

To receive email notifications such as a summary of current grades and attendance, click on Email Notification and select the information you want to receive and how often you want to receive it. Enter your email address, and then click Submit.


Watchung Borough Schools
50 Valley View Road  -  Watchung, New Jersey 07069
908-755-8121