Overview
The August Schools Files feature lets you set up PDF exports that are filled by a combination of information you enter and data pulled from student and user records onto the file templates of your choice. A California Blue Card is one of these file templates, so generating it follows the same quick, guided workflow.
This article walks users through how to generate a California Blue Card, either directly from a student's card or from the Files Templates page.
Why use the Files feature for California Blue Cards?
Fills itself in automatically: the California Blue Card pulls the details it needs straight from existing student and user records.
Keeps records consistent: every California Blue Card is generated from the same template, so your exports stay uniform.
Saves time: no re-typing information that August Schools already has on file.
Ready to open right away: the finished PDF is delivered as a link you can open in one click.
Option 1: Individually Generate a California Blue Card from the Student Card
Open the Student Card for the student you need a California Blue Card for.
Select the Generate files button.
In the pop-up window, select the California Blue Card template from the dropdown menu.
Select Confirm.
The platform will generate the PDF export of the California Blue Card.
Click the hyperlink to open the PDF export.
Option 2: Bulk Generate a California Blue Card from the Templates Page
Navigate to Files → Templates.
Click the row for the California Blue Card template.
Select the Generate files button.
In the pop-up window, search for the subject(s) that you would like to generate the Blue Card.
You can search for entire grade levels, sections, or groups!
Click Confirm.
The platform will generate the PDF export of the California Blue Card.
Click the hyperlink to open the PDF export.
Best practices & tips
Check the record first: because the California Blue Card fills from student and user records, confirm those records are up to date before you generate the export so the export is accurate.
💡 Tip: If the California Blue Card template does not appear in the dropdown, head to Files → Templates to confirm it has been set up for your instance. If it is not under Files → Templates, reach out to our Support Team for assistance!