NSIMS
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2. Calendar & Policies

Academic Periods & Term Windows Guide

Configure school years and active semester terms (e.g. 1st Sem 2026-2027) governing all enrollment, billing, and grading.

Roles: Registrar Officers, System Administrators·Last updated: August 25, 2026

Before You Begin (Prerequisites)

  • Admin Privileges

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Open Periods Module

Go to Academic Management > Periods.

2

Create Period

Click 'Add Period', enter Period Code (e.g. 26-1), Academic Year, Term, Start Date, and End Date.

3

Designate Active Term

Mark period as Active/Current to enable student enrollment and grading.

Important Business Rules & Invariants

Single Primary Term: Only one active period per educational level should be designated as the active registration term.

Common Questions & Troubleshooting

Yes, an administrator can temporarily unlock an archived period to encode historical grade completions.