Integration Guide: ClassLink

Summary

This guide explains how to integrate Abre with ClassLink, a FERPA-compliant platform for roster provisioning and Single Sign-On (SSO).

What This Integration Does

• ClassLink provides a secure data exchange for basic staff and student information.
• Districts can either connect their Student Information System (SIS) directly to ClassLink or manually upload CSV files.
• ClassLink syncs this data with Abre via API.

Limitations

• ClassLink API only shares basic data: students, staff, schools, and classes.
• Additional data (e.g., demographics, attendance, behavior, grades) must be exported from your SIS and uploaded to Abre separately.

Prerequisites

Before setting up the integration, ensure the following:

• Abre Data Monitoring Center Administrator or System Administrator permissions in Abre
• ClassLink subscription (paid)
• ClassLink Administrator permissions

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Add Abre as an Application in ClassLink

1. Follow the ClassLink Instructions here and log into ClassLink Roster Server.
2. Navigate to Applications.
3. Use the search bar to find Abre.
4. Click Add Abre as an application.
5. Adjust sharing rules as needed:
   • Ensure all students and staff members are shared with Abre.

Step 2: Notify Abre

After adding Abre in ClassLink, inform the Abre team:

• Email support@abre.com.
• Mention that you have successfully added Abre as an application in ClassLink.

Step 3: Abre Syncs Your Data

Once notified, Abre will begin syncing your ClassLink data. You will be informed when the process is complete.

Step 4: Share Additional Data with Abre

Since ClassLink does not share demographic or other supplemental data, you will need to manually provide these files from your SIS.

Example: Exporting Demographic Data

• Match the Abre Demographic template here.
• Export the file nightly via SFTP to Abre.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Will demographic data from ClassLink sync into Abre?

No, demographic data is not included in the ClassLink-Abre integration. You must send a separate demographic file from your SIS.

2. What data does ClassLink share with Abre?

• Students
• Staff members
• Schools
• Classes

3. How can I share additional data with Abre?

Please refer to our Automated SIS Integration.

4. How do I troubleshoot data sync issues?

• Check your SIS – Ensure the data looks correct in your SIS.
• Check ClassLink – Verify that ClassLink reflects the same data as your SIS.
• Contact ClassLink Support – If the data is incorrect in ClassLink, reach out to ClassLink support.
• Contact Abre Support – If ClassLink data is correct but not appearing correctly in Abre, email support@abre.com.

For further assistance, contact Abre Support at support@abre.com.