Case Study: Dickson County School District saves over $30,000 on training with Skyward's Professional Development Center

Dickson County School District saves over $30,000 in training costs with Skyward

Dickson County School District struggled with a previous unsuccessful student information system (SIS) conversion and faced significant staff anxiety and reluctance about attempting another transition. The district needed a new SIS provider that could offer a smooth implementation process and comprehensive training to facilitate the change for all users. They selected the Skyward Student Management Suite.

Skyward implemented its Professional Development Center (PDC), a self-paced online training platform featuring interactive simulations. This solution drastically reduced the need for in-person training, eased staff anxiety, and built user confidence. The measurable impact was a significant cost savings; the district saved an estimated $1,500 on its own internal training and an additional $30,053 on Skyward training costs. Skyward's PDC was credited as an invaluable tool for the successful transition.

Dickson County School District