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How to Access Progress Reports

December 8, 2021 | Emily Ford Sytsma

With the introduction of Blackbaud, Mustard Seed School had the opportunity to redesign progress reports. There are many aspects that have remained the same. For those that have changed or are new, this will help you decipher them.

Step 1: Click here to log into Blackbaud.

Step 2: Click on your child’s name.

Step 3: Under the Progress tab, you will find the Performance block. In that block, click the Report Cards drop down link.

Step 4: For Kindergarten – Grade 1, click on LS Progress Report.

Other Information:

Emily Ford Sytsma

Early Childhood Director

Ms. Sytsma began her career as an educator working in inclusive classrooms in the state of Hawaii but found her roots began to grow here at Mustard Seed School when she came to teach in 1996. She joined the preschool team in 2007, after teaching for many years in the Middle School. She finds delight in the preschool’s approach to teaching and learning, inspired by the preschools in Reggio Emilia, Italy. As Early Childhood Director, she seeks to support teachers in their work helping children learn about thinking and creative expression.

Ms. Sytsma’s the mother of a MSS alum and a current student. When not at school, Ms. Sytsma enjoys traveling with her husband and two children. She tends a very simple rooftop garden in Jersey City Heights and on long Saturday mornings, she may be seen taking long walks along the Hudson River and listening to audiobooks or podcasts while organizing her thoughts and getting her heart rate up.

How to Access Progress Reports

Emily Ford Sytsma

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