It's important to wear a mask to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. But just as important is to wear it correctly and wash it regularly. Here are some helpful reminders for when it comes to wearing your mask and keeping yourself and others safe. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Great news! Our chromebook insurance partner has reopened the portal to enroll. Sign up for chromebook insurance for just $35 for the school year. Deadline is October 31!
More info: https://5il.co/jewe
Link to enroll: https://schooldevicecoverage.com/signup
Several central office employees received a special award for a "job well done" from fellow employee, Fred Austin. As part of his "DARE 2 B" program, Fred recognizes employees for their hard work and dedication to students. Thank you Crain Team for helping with the awards. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is Better Breakfast Day! PCSSD is proud to be a recipient of the expansion of the USDA's Seamless Summer Option to provide nutritious and free breakfast and lunches to all students, including those participating in the virtual option. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Our @AVID4College leadership team is working to set goals for this 2020-2021 school year. We are looking forward to continuing with AVID and reaching students where they are to help them succeed. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The National Park Foundation is providing free youth passes to students under 16 for national parks across the country. The pass is good through August 31, 2021. Find Arkansas's National Parks: findyourpark.com/park-finder
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Revised testing bell schedule.
Interims are now visible on HAC. If you need your HAC login, please email your child's advisory teacher.
We are adjusting our testing schedule to better fit the needs of all our students. The new schedule will allow all classes to meet for a shortened time on testing days rather than having one class omitted entirely. We are working out the last of the details today and will publish new schedule tomorrow morning for Thursday tests.
Interim grades will be available in HAC by noon today. Tomorrow you should receive emails from teachers inviting you to virtual Parent Conferences next Wednesday. Spaces will be limited so sign up for those teachers you really need to speak with. We'll schedule 10 minute blocks throughout the afternoon of the 30th.
MAP testing information:
During Advisory class @ 8:45-10:22 a.m.
Sept 17 Math ( B day/virtual) & Sept 21 (A day/traditional)
Sept 24 Reading & Sept 25 Language (B day/virtual)
Sept 28 Reading & Sept 29 Language (A day/traditional)
Make-ups announced at a later date!
The first NWEA MAP growth assessment begins this week. These evaluations guide teachers on how to help students continue to learn. We've added a section on our website with tips for traditional and virtual students: http://ow.ly/im1K50BqlZM #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Here is a link to the Parent Security Agreement should you need it. This is for parents of virtual students omly.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/912180/Copy_of_Parent_Security_Agreement-fillable.pdf
Parents of virtual students please complete the Parent Security Agreement for testing. This can be found on our website and in an email from your child’s advisor.
Schoology should be up and running now...have a great Friday!
Schoology is down this morning across the district. Please CK back periodically through the day. I’ll update as soon as I know more.
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Friday, September 11th from 4:30pm - 6:30pm there will be basketball tryouts at the Sylvan Hills Middle School gym. We will start promptly at 4:30pm. Please wear basketball shorts, a t-shirt and bring basketball shoes to change into. You will need to bring something to drink and a current physical. Your ride must drop you off and pick you up on time.
PARENT ACCESS CODES FOR SCHOOLOGY
Advisory teachers began giving these codes out today. If you don't have yours by 10AM Wednesday, please contact that teacher.
EQUITY IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
I am seeking 8-10 volunteers to be on this committee. We will meet at least twice this semester and once in the spring. We are always looking for ways to improve as a school and as a community partner and this committee looks at school through the parent/community lens. The chairperson will be required to attend an evening training with me later this month. Email me at mhudgeons@pcssd.org if interested.
Labor Day constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. https://www.dol.gov/general/laborday/history #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
