Getting startedCommon conceptsCommon ConceptsThis chapter scaffolds shared concepts so readers can understand the core language used across the platform's features. Articles Academic years, terms, and statuses Courses, subjects, and classes Assignments, quizzes, exams, and grades Attendance, behaviour, and payments Announcements, notifications, and messaging Start the first teaching cyclePrevious PageAcademic years, terms, and statusesUnderstand how academic years and terms are structured, and how statuses control what can be edited or published.