Updating the simpldiscipline PowerSchool Plugin

simpldiscipline may occasionally release an updated PowerSchool plugin when new or updated functionality requires access to additional customer data.

Need the latest plugin?
simpldiscipline does not publicly post or distribute our plugin file online. To request the most up-to-date version, please email help@simpledu.com and request the latest simpldiscipline plugin.


Before Updating the Plugin

Before installing the update, open the Data Provider Configuration page in PowerSchool and make a note of your current Client ID.

After the update is complete, verify that the Client ID has not changed.

How to Update the Plugin

  1. Log in to PowerSchool.
  2. Navigate to:
    System Management > Server > Plugin Configuration
  3. Locate and click the simpldiscipline plugin in the list.
  4. Click the blue Update button.
  5. Upload the updated simpldiscipline plugin file.
  6. Complete the update process in PowerSchool.
Important: Do not delete and reinstall the plugin.

PowerSchool has updated its guidance for installing newer versions of existing plugins. Instead of deleting the existing plugin and reinstalling it, use the blue Update button within the Plugin Configuration page.


After Updating the Plugin

Return to the Data Provider Configuration page and confirm that the Client ID is still the same. If the Client ID or Client Secret has changed, please securely submit the updated information using this form: Submit Updated Client ID / Client Secret

Submitting updated credentials allows simpldiscipline to update the connection and helps prevent interruptions to your PowerSchool integration.