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Mar 03, 2026
Skyward’s iCon 2026 Delivers Future‑Focused Conference, Bringing Together 400+ K-12 Leaders for Learning, Innovation, and Celebration

Attendees enjoyed over 80 sessions, high-level networking, and celebrating the 2026 Leader in Excellence winners.

Nov 18, 2025
Skyward Expands Partnership with Bentek, LLC. to Streamline Benefits Administration for School Districts

Preferred partnership helps K-12 districts simplify HR and payroll processes.

Oct 28, 2025
Skyward’s Qmlativ ERP Surpasses 10 Missouri Districts: A New Era of Efficiency

Missouri school districts modernize business operations with Skyward’s next-generation ERP solution

Sep 09, 2025
Skyward Partners with Agilex to Reinvent School Payment Systems

Preferred partnership delivers secure, no-cost ePayable option that cuts fraud, saves time, and generates revenue for K-12 districts.

Sep 02, 2025
Skyward Celebrates 45 Years of Growth and Innovation in Central Wisconsin

Anniversary highlights continued national expansion, local investment, and commitment to edtech excellence.

Jul 31, 2025
Panorama Named Preferred Partner By Skyward to bring Best In Class AI and MTSS Solution

Skyward customers now have direct access to Panorama Solara and Panorama Student Success, both highly integrated with Skyward’s Qmlativ solution.

Jun 25, 2025
Skyward Partners with Panorama to Bring Leading AI and Intervention Solutions to Texas Districts

New partnership reflects Skyward’s ongoing commitment to empowering educators with integrated, innovative solutions to improve student outcomes.

Mar 04, 2025
Skyward Unveils New Turnkey Data Visualization Tool During 2025 International Conference, iCon

With record attendance, edtech leaders were the first to see Skyward’s brand new product, DistrictPulse, in action and to learn more about existing tools.

Oct 15, 2024
Portage County Edtech Company Wins Wisconsin Innovation Award

Skyward’s Qmlativ solution named winner of software category. 

Aug 27, 2024
Second Largest School District in Illinois Selects Leading Edtech Provider to Simplify Their Business Office

Elgin School District U-46 to implement Skyward’s Qmlativ School Business Suite software. 

Mar 26, 2024
Largest School District in Idaho Partners with Leading Edtech Provider

West Ada to implement Skyward’s Qmlativ School Business Suite software

Mar 12, 2024
Skyward’s International Conference, iCon, Draws Record Attendance

Edtech leaders came together to learn, network, and honor individual and district achievements at Skyward iCon 2024.

Feb 20, 2024
Edtech Provider Becomes Ed-Fi Data Standard Certified

Skyward’s Qmlativ Education Management System has been fully certified with the Ed-Fi API v4 Certification through the Ed-Fi Alliance.

Jan 18, 2024
Skyward Announces Scholarship Recipients for 2023-2024 Academic Year

Eight UW-Stevens Point and Mid-State students receive employee-funded scholarships from Stevens Point-based edtech company

Jul 18, 2023
Skyward Partners with ParentSquare to Increase Communication between Schools and Families

New partnership offers additional ways for educators to contact families for improved student success

Jun 13, 2023
98% Employee Retention Rate Drives Growth for Local Edtech Company

The perfect blend of work and play keeps employees thriving at Skyward

Mar 07, 2023
K-12 Edtech Company, Skyward, Celebrates 20 Years of iCon

Edtech leaders came together to learn, network, and honor individual and district achievements at Skyward iCon 2023

Feb 21, 2023
Skyward Partners with Otus to Improve Data-Driven Instruction

The partnership allows system interoperability to automatically transfer student data between both solutions, saving educators time

Jan 10, 2023
District Leaders Increasingly Turn to Digital Tools to Improve Communication, Engagement, and Culture

K-12 edtech company, Skyward, showcases districts engaging their communities through websites, social media, and videos.

Sep 27, 2022
EdTech Partner Helps Texas Districts Overcome Ongoing Challenges

Nearly 1 in 3 Texas school districts trust Skyward software to help with evolving administrative needs.

Aug 17, 2022
Skyward Awards Scholarships for 2022-2023 Academic Year

Seven UWSP and Mid-State students receive employee-funded scholarships from Stevens Point-based edtech company

Jun 21, 2022
Fifth Largest School District in Idaho Partners with Skyward

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 to implement Skyward’s Qmlativ School Business Suite Software

Mar 08, 2022
K-12 Edtech Company, Skyward, Recognizes Achievements During iCon 2022

School district personnel reunite after one-year hiatus to learn, network, and celebrate

Dec 23, 2021
Skyward Awards Scholarships for 2021-2022 Academic Year

Six UWSP and Mid-State students receive employee-funded scholarships from Stevens Point-based edtech company

Oct 26, 2021
District 49 Becomes First Public School District in Colorado to Select Skyward

Fastest growing district in Colorado to implement Qmlativ ERP software platform in 2022 

Sep 29, 2021
Skyward Helps Districts Leverage Edtech as Digital Transformation Accelerates

K-12 districts look to school administration software to achieve digital goals

Jul 27, 2021
Tooele County School District Partners with Leading SIS Provider

Skyward expands SIS presence within Utah.

Apr 20, 2021
Skyward Announces 2021 Leader in Excellence Awards

Individual and district winners recognized for rising above difficulties presented by COVID-19 

Feb 16, 2021
Skyward Partners with Red Rover to Improve Absence Management for Districts

The partnership allows system interoperability between both software solutions to provide real-time data transactions

Oct 07, 2020
Skyward Awards Scholarship for 2020-2021 Academic Year

Eight UWSP and Mid-State students receive employee-funded scholarships from Stevens Point-based edtech company.

Oct 01, 2020
Skyward and Google Classroom Integration Coming Soon

Grade Syncing between Skyward’s SIS and Google Classroom will be available to customers in near future.

Sep 01, 2020
Skyward Celebrates 40th Anniversary

K-12 EdTech Company Celebrates 40 Years Helping School Districts Operate More Efficiently  

Jul 21, 2020
Skyward Announces New COVID-19 Self-Screening Survey for Districts

Self-screening survey helps K-12 districts prepare for onsite learning during pandemic

Mar 05, 2020
Skyward iCon 2020 Celebrates Unsung Heroes of Education

K-12 personnel gain insight using SIS/ERP solution to promote learning and boost efficiency

Feb 24, 2020
Skyward Names New Chairman of the Board

Jerry King to serve as chairman during the company’s next phase of growth

Dec 30, 2019
Skyward Announces Leadership Retirements and Successions

New Vice President of Customer Success & Vice President of Product Named

Sep 12, 2019
Skyward Becomes a Google for Education Build Partner

G Suite for Education will soon offer a beta program to sync grades between Google Classroom and Skyward’s SIS

Aug 15, 2019
Skyward Introduces New SIS & ERP Self-Assessment: DistrictCheck

Cloud-based solution gives K-12 districts clearer picture of the health of their systems and processes

Jul 23, 2019
Growing Number of Pennsylvania School Districts Select Next Generation Administrative Software

Cumberland Valley and Midd-West implement Qmlativ, joining over 100 Pennsylvania school districts partnering with Skyward

Jun 25, 2019
Skyward’s SIS Helping Schools Create Safe & Secure Learning Environment

Schools turn to technology partner to address digital and physical threats

Mar 07, 2019
Skyward iCon 2019 Delivers New Experiences and Insights

Keynote speaker Dr. Joe Sanfelippo encourages K-12 leaders to celebrate district successes

Nov 27, 2018
Skyward Publishes Children’s Book: The Code Twins

New book unlocks the magic of coding for early readers

Oct 02, 2018
Skyward Announces Scholarship Winners for 2018-2019

Stevens Point-based technology firm awards eight students with employee-funded scholarships

Aug 14, 2018
Skyward Extends Partnership with Texas Education Service Centers

Regions 10 and 12 ESCs to provide support and training for business/HR

Aug 07, 2018
Skyward Appoints Scott Glinski as CEO Beginning in 2019

Ray Ackerlund named president to help drive continued growth

Jun 20, 2018
Skyward's SIS Helps Students Take Ownership of Scheduling

With arena scheduling, students can customize schedules and prepare for the future

May 03, 2018
Skyward's Communication Portal Connects Parents to the Learning Process

Technology partner offers resources for closing the gap between school and home

Apr 25, 2018
Skyward Receives Bubbler Award for Second Consecutive Year

Stevens Point business among Wisconsin's top ten places to work for young professionals

Mar 20, 2018
Skyward Honors 2018 Leaders in Excellence at iCon

Education leaders discover emerging trends at 16th annual international conference

Nov 07, 2017
Skyward Announces Scholarship Winners for 2017-2018 Academic Year

Stevens Point-based technology firm awards nine students with employee-funded scholarships

Oct 12, 2017
Orange County Public Schools Partners with Skyward

Tenth largest school district in the U.S. selects the Student Management Suite

Oct 05, 2017
Skyward's 2018 Leader in Excellence Awards Now Open

Fourth annual program recognizes K-12 districts and individuals using Skyward to improve education
 

Sep 05, 2017
Skyward to Develop Data Collection Tool for Born Learning

Stevens Point software provider is one of 15 partners investing in opportunities for local children

Aug 15, 2017
Skyward Extends Training and Support Contract with Texas ESCs

Regions 10 and 12 build on 6-year partnership

Jun 27, 2017
Skyward Helps Districts Improve Branding Efforts

Technology partner offers insights into how school leaders can improve visibility

May 04, 2017
New CFO Redefines District Business Office in Less Than One Year

Illinois district able to consolidate 12 bank accounts thanks to partnership with ed-tech company

Mar 16, 2017
Skyward Highlights Next-Generation K-12 Solution at iCon 2017

15th Annual International Conference Honors Leader in Excellence Winners.

Mar 15, 2017
Skyward Recognized as Bubbler Award Recipient

Stevens Point Business among Wisconsin's Top Ten Places to Work for Millennials

Nov 17, 2016
Skyward Unveils Qmlativ Education Management System

The technology firm’s next-generation K-12 administrative solution delivers a better experience to district clients

Nov 03, 2016
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District Selects Skyward School Management System

Wisconsin district partners with Skyward for a better SIS and ERP experience

Nov 03, 2016
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District Selects Skyward School Management System

Wisconsin district partners with Skyward for a better SIS and ERP experience

Oct 04, 2016
Skyward Joins Michigan Data Hub Project to Streamline Use of K-12 Data

The partnership facilitates exchange of information while preserving local control of shared data

Sep 27, 2016
Skyward Accepting Entries for 2017 Leader in Excellence Awards

Program recognizes K-12 districts and individuals using Skyward to enhance education

Sep 20, 2016
Skyward Announces Scholarship Winners for 2016-2017 Academic Year

Stevens Point-based technology firm awards 11 students with employee-funded scholarships

Sep 08, 2016
Montour School District Selects Skyward Student Management Suite

Pennsylvania district partners with Skyward for a better SIS experience

Aug 30, 2016
Skyward Partners with WiRCC to Expand Service and Support Options for Districts

The partnership will allow School Business Suite clients to receive support services from their local

Aug 23, 2016
Skyward Partners with Clever to Support Student Data Security

The partnership allows educational apps to become more accessible and secure for the classroom

Jun 27, 2016
Skyward Unveils New Mobile App

The upgraded Skyward mobile app is now available for district clients

May 03, 2016
Minnesota Districts Select Skyward School Business Suite

Business management solution reduces operating costs and improves data integration for districts 

Apr 12, 2016
Duncanville Independent School District Selects Skyward Student Management Suite

Texas district expands partnership with Skyward by adopting second product suite

Mar 15, 2016
Skyward Awards Leader in Excellence Winners, Announces New Developments at iCon

District administrators join Skyward for its annual international conference

Mar 03, 2016
Skyward’s Education Partnerships Promote Technology Careers

Partnerships with local schools give students inside track on careers of the future

Jan 14, 2016
Indiana School Districts Select Skyward

MSD of Wayne Twp., Lake Central and Wawasee among new Indiana districts partnering with Skyward

Oct 15, 2015
Pennsylvania School Districts Select Skyward Student Management Suite

Decisions highlight growing role of peer references in implementing new technology

Oct 01, 2015
Skyward Completes Vendor Testing and Certification by Kansas Department of Education

SIS provider tested by three Kansas districts is certified for 2015-16 school year

Sep 24, 2015
Skyward Accepting Entries for 2016 Leader in Excellence Award

Program recognizes K-12 districts and individuals using Skyward to improve education

Sep 10, 2015
Skyward Announces Scholarship Winners for 2015-16 Academic Year

Stevens Point company awards nine students with employee-funded scholarships

Aug 25, 2015
Texas School Districts Switch to Efficient, Integrated System with Skyward

Klein and Georgetown ISDs join more than 230 districts in Texas using Skyward

Aug 04, 2015
Skyward Partners with Certica to Launch Formative Assessment Solution

Comprehensive tool provides seamless access to high-quality assessments to ease teacher prep time

Jul 22, 2015
Texas Districts Enlist Skyward to Address Data Integration Needs

Mesquite ISD and Village Tech Schools select school information system to unify management strategy.

Jul 09, 2015
Massachusetts District First in State to Select Skyward

Newton Public Schools to implement student information system in January 2016

Jun 29, 2015
Skyward Enhancements Support Affordable Care Act Regulations

School Business Suite takes lead on keeping districts compliant with new healthcare requirements.

Jun 09, 2015
Pennsylvania Schools Adopt Skyward for Faster, More Accurate Information

Central Cambria and Gateway School Districts select Skyward's student information system for more proficient scheduling and grading.

May 28, 2015
Skyward Expands Use of Ed-Fi Data Standard to Enhance Interoperability

Skyward has broadened the use of the Ed-Fi Data Standard in a move that dramatically improves data interoperability between districts and state agencies.

May 21, 2015
Wisconsin School District Turns to Skyward for Seamless Management System Integration

Raymond school district improves efficiency and enhances user experience for educators and parents with the Student Management Suite.

Mar 24, 2015
Skyward Earns 2015 EdTech Digest Cool Tool Award

Leading K-12 technology firm recognized for Student and Family Access communication solution

Mar 17, 2015
Skyward Honors Leader in Excellence Winners, Announces New Innovations at iCon

Administrators join Skyward for annual international conference highlighting latest system enhancements

Feb 24, 2015
Kansas School Districts Switch to Efficient, Integrated System with Skyward

Kingman-Norwich and Louisburg USDs join more than 40 districts in Kansas using Skyward

Feb 05, 2015
Skyward Announces New Test Bank Management Solution

Online assessment creation tool supports teachers, improves student growth

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