The Synchronize option allows you to synchronize changes between Newton and DataCenter, connect to older databases, synchronize changes in the local cafeteria database, and import payments from School Payment Solutions or a 3rd party.
Synchronization is located in the Utilities tab.
DataCenter Sync
Synchronizes information between DataCenter and Newton.
Locate and click the Utilities tab. Next, click on the DataCenter option.
Quick Sync
Performs a quick synchronization of minor changes between DataCenter and Newton.
From the Utilities tab, select DataCenter. Then, choose Quick Sync.
You will see a series of processes as synchronization is competed.
Full Sync
Performs a full synchronization between Datacenter and Newton looking at all student records and updating information.
From the Utilities tab, select DataCenter. Then, choose Full Sync.
You will see a series of processes as synchronization is competed.
Change Attachment
Change attachment allows you to attach to prior Datacenter database.
Please contact MCS Customer Support prior to performing this function .
Step 1: From the Utilities tab, select DataCenter. Then, choose Change Attachment.
Step 2: Select a Datacenter database in which to connect. Then, click Ok.
Step 3: Complete authorization functions
- MCS authorization is required prior to completing this task. Select Submit Request.
- Enter a request stating the reason Datacenter attachment is necessary. Then, click Ok.
- Once MCS has approved the request, click Manual Approval.
- Enter the code provided to you by MCS. Then, click Ok.
Local DB
Performs synchronization of the local cafeteria database.
Locate and click the Utilities tab. Next, click on the DataCenter option.
Quick Sync
Performs a quick synchronization of minor changes of the local cafeteria database.
From the Utilities tab, locate and click on Local DB. Then, select Quick Sync.
You will see a series of processes as synchronization is competed.
Full Sync
Performs a full synchronization of the local cafeteria database looking at all student records and updating information.
From the Utilities tab, locate and click on Local DB. Then, select Full Sync.
You will see a series of processes as synchronization is competed.
Online Payments
Locate and click the Utilities tab. Next, click on the Online Payments option.
Import Payments
Online Payment imports are typically updated through Scheduled Jobs. If you want to import applications at other times or if a scheduled job has failed, you can import online applications through the steps below.
Step 1: From the Utilities tab, locate and click on Online Applications.
Step 2: If you have not yet entered your Apply For Lunch username and password, click Edit and enter the information. After you are done, click Import Apps.
Click Upload Schools to export schools in your District to your Apply For Lunch account.
You will see a series of processes as synchronization is competed.
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