> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.gradingpal.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Create a New Class

> Set up classes to organize students and assignments in GradingPal

Classes are how you organize students and assignments in GradingPal. You can create classes manually or import them from Google Classroom.

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## Option 1: Import from Google Classroom

If you use Google Classroom, importing is the fastest way to get started. Your class roster and student information will sync automatically.

<Card title="Google Classroom Integration" icon="google" href="/teacher/lms-integrations/google-classroom">
  Import classes and sync rosters automatically
</Card>

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## Option 2: Create a Class Manually

### Step 1: Open the New Class Dialog

From your teacher dashboard, click the **New Class** button.

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/alaynaai/K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU/images/teacher/classes-and-students/dashboard-new-class-button.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU&q=85&s=0cbeb4c17b5af023e79920693cb87dd3" alt="Teacher dashboard with New Class button highlighted" width="2760" height="1018" data-path="images/teacher/classes-and-students/dashboard-new-class-button.png" />
</Frame>

### Step 2: Choose "Create Class Manually"

You'll see two options:

* **Import from Google Classroom** - Sync an existing class
* **Create Class Manually** - Set up a new class from scratch

Click **Create Class Manually**.

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/alaynaai/K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU/images/teacher/classes-and-students/new-class-dialog-options.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU&q=85&s=2e4409d2204798a0486cf2b3a110a929" alt="New class dialog showing both options" width="1058" height="762" data-path="images/teacher/classes-and-students/new-class-dialog-options.png" />
</Frame>

### Step 3: Fill in Class Details

Enter the following information:

| Field            | Required | Description                                                                        |
| ---------------- | -------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Class Name**   | Yes      | A descriptive name for your class (e.g., "US History - Period 2", "AP English 11") |
| **Grade Levels** | Yes      | Select one or more grade levels (K–12, College, Adult)                             |
| **Subject**      | Yes      | Choose the primary subject area                                                    |
| **Standard Set** | No       | Optionally select a standards framework (e.g., Common Core, state standards)       |
| **Timezone**     | Yes      | Defaults to your profile timezone; used for assignment due dates                   |

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/alaynaai/K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU/images/teacher/classes-and-students/create-class-form.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU&q=85&s=5989bbe15805cd8ab61a214b5fa5dc8e" alt="Create class form with all fields filled in" width="1058" height="1226" data-path="images/teacher/classes-and-students/create-class-form.png" />
</Frame>

### Step 4: Create the Class

Click **Create Class**. Your new class will appear on your dashboard, ready for you to add students and create assignments.

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## After Creating Your Class

Once your class is created, you'll want to:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Add Students">
    [Enroll students](/teacher/classes-and-students/enroll-students) via class code, invite link, email, or CSV import.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Your First Assignment">
    [Select an assignment type](/teacher/grade-your-assignment/select-assignment-type) and set up your rubric.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Organize with Folders (Optional)">
    [Create folders](/teacher/classes-and-students/organize-assignments-folders) to organize assignments by unit, quarter, or type.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Tips

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Naming Convention">
    Include the period or section in your class name to easily distinguish between multiple sections of the same course (e.g., "Biology - Period 3" vs "Biology - Period 5").
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Grade Levels">
    You can select multiple grades if your class spans grade levels.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Standard Sets">
    Setting a standard framework helps GradingPal align feedback with relevant standards when grading.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## Related Articles

* [Enroll Students](/teacher/classes-and-students/enroll-students)
* [Class Settings](/teacher/classes-and-students/class-settings)
* [Organize Assignments with Folders](/teacher/classes-and-students/organize-assignments-folders)
* [Google Classroom Integration](/teacher/lms-integrations/google-classroom)