Automated student progress reports from LMS to parents via Gmail & Google Sheets

This n8n workflow automatically creates and sends regular performance summaries to parents using data from a Learning Management System (LMS). It pulls student grades and attendance, formats them into easy-to-read reports, and emails them without any manual work. Good to Know - Fully Automated: Generates reports and sends emails using LMS data. - Regular Updates: Sends summaries on a set schedule (e.g., every Monday at 9 AM). - Clear Reports: Includes student grades, attendance, and progress notes. - Error Alerts: Notifies admins via email if something goes wrong. - Scalable: Works for multiple students across different classes. How It Works Report Generation Flow 1. Weekly Trigger: Starts the process every Monday at 9 AM. 2. Fetch LMS Data: Pulls grades, attendance, and progress from the LMS. 3. Process Data: Organizes the data into a clear report format. 4. Generate HTML Report: Creates a readable report with student details. 5. Send Email to Parents: Emails the report to parents’ addresses. 6. Log Report Delivery: Records the sent reports in a log. Example Sheet Columns - Student ID: Unique identifier for each student. - Name: Full name of the student. - Grade: Current academic grade or score. - Attendance: Percentage of classes attended. - Progress Notes: Brief comments on performance. - Report Date: Date the report was generated. How to Use 1. Import Workflow: Add the workflow to n8n using the “Import Workflow” option. 2. Set Up LMS Access: Configure n8n with LMS credentials to fetch data. 3. Configure Email: Add parent email addresses and set up an email service (e.g., Gmail). 4. Activate Workflow: Save and turn on the workflow in n8n. 5. Check Logs: Verify reports are sent and logs are updated. Requirements - n8n Instance: Self-hosted or cloud-based n8n setup. - LMS Access: API or credentials to connect to the LMS. - Email Service: SMTP setup (e.g., Gmail) for sending reports. - Admin Oversight: Someone to monitor and fix any errors. Customizing This Workflow - Change Schedule: Adjust the trigger to send reports weekly or monthly. - Add More Data: Include extra LMS fields like behavior notes. - Custom Email: Change the email template for a personalized touch.