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Handling Headchecks in SchoolSet

Learn how to manage head-checks in SchoolSet, from accessing payment reports to updating check statuses. This guide walks you through scheduling, monitoring, and finalizing head-check payments.

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Written by Aron Lampin
Updated over a week ago

Overview:
Head-checks are an important part of managing payments in Schoolset. Follow these steps to ensure accurate tracking and status updates.

1. Access Payment Report

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  • Go to the payment report.

  • Select 'All Sources' (fundraising or contract fee headchecks are included).

2. Choose Schedule Type

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  • Select 'Schedule One Time' or 'Schedule Recurring'.

  • This includes checks in a scheduled status from headcheck plans.

3. Set Date Range

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  • Choose the date range for the checks (e.g., from the 11th to the 15th).

  • You can select a specific day or multiple dates.

4. Select Payment Types

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  • Choose 'Manual Check' and 'Payment Plan Check' as payment types.

5. Search for Checks

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  • Click 'Search' to generate a list of checks that need to be deposited.

6. Edit Check Status

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  • For each check, click 'Edit' and change the status from 'Scheduled Recurring' to 'Pending'.

  • 'Pending' indicates that you have deposited the check but are waiting for bank confirmation.

7. Monitor Pending Checks

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  • After two days, check all pending checks to see which have cleared or bounced.

  • Change the status accordingly (e.g., 'Accepted' or 'Bounced').

8. Finalize Check Status

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  • Review the list of pending checks and update their status based on bank confirmation.

  • Ensure all checks are accounted for and update the system.

9. Reach Out for Support

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  • If you have any questions or need assistance, reach out to support.


Smart Alternative:

Save time on making deposits. Instead of handling physical head-checks, consider using ACH (Automated Clearing House) for faster, more secure transactions. If you don’t have ACH capability, reach out to our support team to explore options.

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