FAQ: Universal Roster vs. Single Roster Upload

Rostering Process:

Universal Roster vs. Single Roster Upload

There are two key methods for uploading data into CLI Engage—Universal Roster and Single Roster Upload. Each serves a different purpose, and understanding their differences can help streamline your workflow.

🟦 Universal Roster: Highlights

This method is designed for comprehensive uploads. Think district-wide or multiple campuses all in one go.

It allows for the import of teacher, student, and classroom data from various sites, all in one spreadsheet.
Perfect for larger organizations looking for centralized management and consistency.

🟨 Single Roster Upload: Highlights

This one’s more focused—ideal for uploading data by individual classrooms or teachers.

It’s quicker for small updates or when working campus-by-campus.
You’re uploading one roster at a time, making it more flexible for localized changes.

Feature	Universal Roster	Single Roster
Automatically determines action (update or insert)	Yes	No
Needs an action field for update or insert	No	Yes
Can process only teachers or only students	Yes	No
Requires class local ID	Yes	No
Automatically sends registration emails to new teachers	Yes	No
Can inactivate student not present in the file	Yes	No
Advanced prevention for accidental duplicate teachers	Yes	No
Automated help ticket created, when possible, duplicates are found	Yes	No

⚖️ Comparison Summary

Universal Roster = Big picture, broad upload.

Single Roster = Granular, site-specific upload.

Choose Universal when prepping for major rollouts.

Choose Single Roster when handling small-scale adjustments.

Whether you’re managing a district or supporting a single classroom, CLI Engage gives you options that match your workflow. It’s just about picking the right tool for the moment.