Case Study: Midlothian ISD achieves streamlined operations and improved interoperability with Skyward Qmlativ

Midlothian ISD makes necessary upgrade to improve customization, culture, and interoperability

Midlothian ISD (Enrollment: 10,400) needed a student information system that aligned with its strategic vision for consistent processes, better interoperability, and easier onboarding. The district was struggling with an over‑customized SIS that lacked standardization and left them isolated from neighboring districts that already used Skyward, so they chose Skyward’s Qmlativ Education Management System for the 2021–22 school year.

Skyward implemented Qmlativ, bringing end‑to‑end standardization, stronger interoperability (integrating with over 50 business partners), and out‑of‑the‑box connections to tools like Canvas, School Messenger and ClassLink. The district reports faster access to data for teachers and parents, reduced need for custom scripting, increased staff self‑sufficiency, and a cultural shift toward more inclusive, efficient practices — outcomes Midlothian ISD attributes directly to Skyward’s Qmlativ and implementation support.

Midlothian ISD

Jessica Mcwhorter

Director of Information Systems