{"id":852226,"date":"2025-08-05T01:00:29","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T05:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.nicolethemathlady.com\/10-things-to-do-now-to-kick-off-a-great-math-year\/"},"modified":"2025-11-17T05:23:58","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T05:23:58","slug":"10-things-to-do-now-to-kick-off-a-great-math-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.nicolethemathlady.com\/10-things-to-do-now-to-kick-off-a-great-math-year\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things to Do Now to Kick Off a Great Math Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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As a new school year approaches, there are a few simple steps you can take to set yourself up for a smooth and successful start\u2014especially when it comes to math. Whether it\u2019s making sure your students know their password or reviewing online grading settings, a little preparation now can make a big difference later. Let\u2019s make sure you\u2019re ready to hit the ground running!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Start with a Smooth Sign-In \u2328\ufe0f<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t wait until the day you\u2019re ready to dive into lessons to log in for the first time. Taking a few minutes now to check your account, explore the platform, and make sure everything is set up can save a lot of stress later. That way, when it\u2019s time to get started, you and your student can jump right in without any hiccups. So, dig out those login details and make sure you can access your Parent Account by trying to log in<\/strong><\/a>. If you\u2019ve forgotten your password, simply click on \u201cForgot Password?\u201d and follow the steps to reset it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Discover Your Parent Dashboard \ud83d\udd0d<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you get logged in, you\u2019ll be taken to your Parent Dashboard. Any student that had an active account on the previous platform should appear here. If you do not see your students, your plan may have expired since you were last logged in. In order to get your kids back to math-ing, you can follow the simple steps found here<\/strong><\/a>. Heads-up! In case you missed the email that was sent out a few weeks ago, the name of our product and our pricing structure have changed. To read about those changes, please check out this info<\/strong><\/a>. Additionally, starting today, we are implementing a new Refund Policy which you can read about here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Assign Accordingly \ud83d\udcd8<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll want to make sure each student has the correct course\/textbook assigned to them and, if they are in the middle of a course<\/em>, you will need to select their starting lesson<\/strong>. To learn how to do that, go here<\/strong><\/a>. You will also want to check which assignments and problems are assigned for Online Grading. And, while you are at it, you might want to double check the rest of your student\u2019s course settings<\/strong>. In our new platform, there are several additional ways you can customize your student\u2019s account including: which types of videos they see, whether they have access to our handy online calculator, what triggers a \u201cTrouble Spot\u201d and more. Go here<\/strong><\/a> to learn more about the different ways you can customize your Student Accounts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Set Your Students Up for a Smooth Login \ud83c\udfc6<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To watch videos and enter answers for online grading, make sure your student is logged into their student account. To do so, they will need their username and password you set for them. You can find your student\u2019s username on your Parent Dashboard<\/strong>. And, if you need to reset their password<\/strong>, follow the simple steps found here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Check Your Tech \ud83d\udcbb<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Make sure your devices are ready to go and your browser is up to date. Bookmark the login page<\/strong><\/a>, check your internet connection and test those usernames and passwords one more time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Let Your Students Explore the New Platform \ud83d\udca1<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you confirm that your student\u2019s tech is ready to use, have them log in to their student account and get familiar with the new platform. We designed it to be intuitive for all ages, but, as with all change, there will likely be a bit of a learning curve when they first log in. So, get them logged in and let them explore a bit before they\u2019ll be expected to do a full math lesson<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Get Ready to Start Using Reports \ud83d\udcc8<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most customers rely on the email we send as soon as a student submits an assignment (which you can learn more about here<\/strong><\/a>,) but did you know that the Reports section includes a lot of very valuable data you can use to guide your student\u2019s success? Indeed it does! You might want to check out this tool before your kids get too far into this year\u2019s course. For directions on how to find your student\u2019s Reports, go here<\/strong><\/a>. Please note: You will find all work completed in the old system in the Previous Platform Reports tab in your Parent Dashboard.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Make Sure You’re Set to Receive Emails from Us <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you have selected to receive emails with your student’s online grading results, and notice that they are not making it into your inbox, make sure our email address (noreply@nicolethemathlady.com) is listed in your contacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. <\/strong>Visit the Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you have a question or are unsure about how to do something, visit the Frequently Asked Questions. There, you’ll find answers to questions like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • How do I change my student’s textbook?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • How do I change my student’s starting lesson?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • How do I change to odds\/evens for online grading? <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Where do we go to watch the videos?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • How do I find my student results from the last platform?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    While our customer service team is here to serve you, you’ll be able to get an answer much quicker by visiting the FAQs. You can access the button at the bottom of your Parent Dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    10. Enjoy the Process \u2764\ufe0f<\/strong> <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Starting a new school year can feel overwhelming and stressful, but it\u2019s also exciting and refreshing to start a new chapter of your student\u2019s educational journey. Being able to sit next to your student (literally) as they learn and grow every day is an amazing opportunity. And, though some days might result in more tears than wins, it\u2019s the sum of the experience that matters. Enjoy the process! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    My entire team at NTML feels very blessed to be a part of that journey. If you have any questions or need help, just reach out\u2014we\u2019re here for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Nicole<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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