Content Management System Options
Content management options for schools, administrators, teachers, and departments.
The process for a new site
APS uses Plone, a highly regarded website content management system (CMS). Using the CMS, APS staff can easily add and edit content to pages, add or delete pages, and add images, photos and videos.
- Submit a Web Team Intake Form to request a new Plone website.
- Take the training. If you are new to the Plone, you will be required to take the Department Webmaster Training online before you receive your CMS login permissions.
- Build your site.
- Be sure to read the Best Practices section of this website
- Visit the Website Training page on the Intranet for how-to information on a variety of subjects
- Review the Site Checklist before publishing your content
- Contact the Web Team through the Get Web Help form or contact the Technology Service Desk if you need technical assistance.
About APS Content Management Properties
APS.edu and the Employee Intranet
Department webmasters use Plone to maintain their department sites on APS.edu and the Intranet.
We have created step-by-step guides and videos on the features and common questions associated with editing department sites on APS.edu and the Intranet. The benefits of APS.edu are:
- Consistent branding, predictable navigation, and standardized templates.
- The ability for departments to create and manage content on the pages.
- Content that is searchable and translatable.
- A monthly accessibility review by Siteimprove. Reports outline accessibility issues webmasters can take action on.
Finalsite Content Management System
The Finalsite Content Management System (Finalsite) provides significant benefits to the Albuquerque Public School District and the individual schools.
Because of these significant advantages, schools are expected to use School Loop for their school websites. The benefits include:
- Consistent branding, predictable navigation, and standardized templates across all APS school websites. This enables enable a site visitor to predict where to find information from school to school.
- The ability for non-technical staff within the schools to create and manage content on their pages.
- Content that is searchable and translatable.
- A monthly accessibility review by Siteimprove. Reports outline accessibility issues webmasters can take action on.
The District is required to provide accessible online content.
Google Sites for School-Based Information
Important: Google Sites has limited support for accessibility. To build a site that is accessible please use the district supported Content Management Systems – Finalsite and Plone.
Google Sites are not a replacement for publishing your public or school-based information. Content published on Google Sites for the public, staff, employees, and students must meet WCAG 2.0 Level AA guidelines for accessibility and must be published on your Finalsite website.
Migrating Your Google Site
Google Sites created to convey public or school-based information need to be migrated into your department or school's website. The Web Team is happy to help you with any migration or design projects!
Submit the Web Team Intake Form to get started.
Google Sites for Classrooms and Teachers
Educational Technology supports the use of Google Sites for teachers and classrooms. This can provide many benefits to teachers. Teachers can quickly create an educational portal to post their syllabi, calendars, assignments, and curriculum-related specifically to their class.
The author of the Google Site is responsible for ensuring that their site is in compliance with Accessibility Guidelines.
Migrating Your Google Site
If you have created a Google Sites for public or school-based information, this will need to be migrated into your department or school's website. The Web Team is happy to help you with any migration or design projects!
Submit the Web Team Intake Form to get started.
Online Learning Systems
Canvas and Google Classroom are tools designed to facilitate online learning for both students and APS employees.
Learn more:
For more information, contact Educational Technology at edtech@aps.edu.
Type | Recommended CMS/Website | Intended Audience |
---|---|---|
Public-facing Department Content |
Plone (APS.edu) |
The public: including students, |
Employee-only Department Content |
Plone (intranet.aps.edu) |
APS employees. |
Department-Only Content |
Google Drive or Plone (Intranet.aps.edu) |
Members of your department. |
Online Learning | Canvas or Google Classroom |
APS employees and students. Example: Professional Development, |
School-based Information |
Finalsite |
The public: including students, families, |
Teacher Websites | Google Classroom or Google Sites | Students enrolled in the teacher’s class and their families. Example: Syllabi, Calendars, Assignments, Curriculum |
Club or Student Organization Websites |
Finalsite | General school community, students who would like to participate and their families, and potential students and their families. Example: Club Description, Meeting Rooms, Dates, Times |
Club or Student Organization Website Portal |
Google Sites or Finalsite |
Students specifically enrolled in the club and their families. Example: Calendars, Assignments, Documents |
Questions?
If you are not sure where to add your web content, please contact the Web Team through the Get Web Help form. We are happy to answer your questions and provide guidance.