
PCSSD will offer an online school for K-12 students in the 2021-2022 school year. Classes will be taught by certified PCSSD teachers with a flexible approach to learning. Registration is now open. https://youtu.be/prssLvKgVxE
Special thanks to THV11 for producing the commercial. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Earlier this week state legislators were sworn-in at the State Capitol for the 93rd General Assembly for the State of Arkansas. Congratulations to these men and women who have been elected to represent Pulaski County:
http://ow.ly/DFBx30rsSum
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

The Arkansas Foodbank is looking for Hunger Heroes in Pulaski County. This year the Hunger Heroes program is expanding, opening it up to any student (age 5-18) or organization interested in participating. https://www.pcssd.org/article/380909?org=pcssd #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

January is School Board Appreciation Month and we asked our board members to share a little about themselves.
Brian Maune is married with 6 children and enjoys family time filled with camping weekends both in and out of state. He also enjoys being outdoors for hunting and fishing recreation.
One thing he's learned during COVID is that he and his wife are not blessed with stay-at-home virtual teaching skills. Those kids had to be back in school. He's very thankful for PCSSD teachers!
Thank you, Briane, for your dedication to PCSSD!
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

January is School Board Appreciation Month and we asked our board members to share a little about themselves.
Shelby Thomas, board vice president, has been married for 26 years with 4 kids, 1 son in law and 1 daughter in law. he has 1 grandson with another on the way!
He enjoys playing golf whenever he can find find free time.
One thing he's learned this year that he really likes to cook. During lockdown in 2020, he spent a lot of time cooking for my family. Just call him the "grill master."
Thank you, Shelby, for your dedication to PCSSD!
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

January is School Board Appreciation Month and we asked our board members to share a little about themselves.
Dr. Linda Remele, board president, is married with one son, one step-son, 2 granddaughters and 5 cats.
Her greatest pleasure in retirement is volunteering, especially at McPherson Women’s prison, Care Channel and at Sylvan Hills Middle.
One thing she's learned during COVID, is to reach out to your family and friends to keep in touch since you can’t see them in person. This pandemic is hard for all people at all ages.
Thank you, Dr. Remele, for your dedication to PCSSD!
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

REMINDER: all student lunches are FREE through the rest of the school year. The USDA waiver allows all students to be served meals free of cost through June 30, 2021. More details can be found on our website:
http://ow.ly/xmCG50D5wHH #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty addresses the rise in COVID-19 cases in Arkansas and how the district handles pivoting decisions.
Video: https://youtu.be/wWncdFFYH1s
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

The Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub, Winrock International, & PCSSD are partnering to challenge students to be innovators. This event challenges students across Arkansas in the field of science & technology.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/363066?org=pcssd
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

The Little Rock Zoo is opening their Zoofari Virtual Winter Break Camp this December so that students can continue learning while away from school for a couple of weeks. Find out more information at: https://www.pcssd.org/article/355473?org=pcssd
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Looking for fun, socially distanced holiday activities? Check out this list of places to see holiday lights in central Arkansas from Little Rock Family: https://www.littlerockfamily.com/post/27930/places-to-see-holiday-lights-in-central-arkansas

The Arkansas Department of Education is partnering with Nettleton STEAM School in Jonesboro to offer Arkansas students a unique opportunity to witness a conversation with astronauts aboard the International Space Station. Learn more about the event here:
http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?Id=4606

Academies of Central Arkansas hosted its inaugural career exposure event for freshmen this week. We're thankful to businesses who exhibited virtually to speak with our students about career opportunities.We're proud to partner with Little Rock School District North Little Rock School District Jacksonville North Pulaski School District for this endeavor!
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Dr. Monica Meadows is a Gifted & Talented Facilitator at College Station & Daisy Bates elementaries. She is helping other educators reach students from low-income homes by contributing to a new book, "Unlocking Potential."
https://www.pcssd.org/article/355379?org=pcssd
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

The Little Rock Zoo is opening their Zoofari Virtual Winter Break Camp this December so that students can continue learning while away from school for a couple of weeks. Find out more information at: https://www.pcssd.org/article/355473?org=pcssd
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Gator Hoodie Pre-Order extended through Friday 12/4!
Place Order in the Spirit Store 👉🏼 https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/79

WE NEED A FEW MORE VOLUNTEERS
Adopt-A-Teacher deadline to sign-up is this Friday, 12/4
To sign-up, email: gatorgrouppto@yahoo.com
Details:
Show our teachers and staff how much their hard work and dedication is appreciated!
Buy 2 special gifts for the teacher or staff assigned to you.
Give 1 gift in December and 1 gift in May.
Shhh, your identity will be a secret!
You will receive information about your teacher/staff member, and a list of their favorite things.
Access to the school will be limited. Emails will be sent to you about when and how gifts should be delivered to the school.
Gifts should range between $15-$25.

PCSSD will offer a full-time, 100% online school for students in K-12 next school year (different than our virtual template this year). DRIVEN Virtual Academy will provide flexibility with self-paced options, mentoring programs, and more. If you are interested in DRIVEN Virtual Academy, please complete this survey: https://forms.gle/7QyEFXtzrcec8kMFA
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Full-Time Virtual Students:
Want to be in the yearbook?
Please send pictures of your child virtual learning to: chenalelementaryyearbook@yahoo.com

According to Classlink, all logins into the PCSSD portal are now working. Classlink identified the issue and will continue to monitor the system. Thank you for your patience this morning!
Status Updates: https://status.classlink.com/#

PCSSD Portal / Classlink Update: The Classlink team is still working with AWS. Several other sites are experiencing similar issues with error code 500. We will continue to update you on our progress. https://status.classlink.com/#

TODAY!!! Call or go online to purchase products or services from Body Sculpture of Little Rock, and 20% of your purchase will go to help our school! (501) 503-1772
https://bodysculpturelr.com

Several elementary schools held mock elections last week to teach students about registering to vote and casting their ballot. Check out these pictures of students learning about their civic duty: http://ow.ly/CxJt50Cbzon
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY!
Click here to order or use the QR Code below👉🏼 https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/2897685/Chenal-Elementary-School/2021-Yearbook/2020101304224571065/CATALOG_SHOP/

VIRTUAL and BLENDED STUDENTS:
We need your pictures! 📸
Send photos to:
chenalelementaryyearbook@yahoo.com

ICYMI: Mandy Hrach KATV spoke with PCSSD about the upcoming launch of Driven Virtual ACademy. This all virtual K-12 school will be a part of PCSSD and will open for 2021-2022 registration in January 2021. http://ow.ly/qYL950C5kWU #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Pulaski County Special School District will present its Annual Report to the Public during the regularly scheduled November Board Meeting.
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Location: PCSSD Central Office Boardroom
Time: 6:00 pm

Earlier this month, schools across the district officially kicked off PBIS: positive behavior interventions and supports. Students can cash in "good behavior" points for prizes throughout the year.
PBIS details: http://ow.ly/nue050C3f0V
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

2020/2021 YEARBOOKS are ON SALE NOW!
Order forms were sent home with students last week, or you can order online using the QR Code below.
Cost is $30
Order by 1/29/2021
Virtual Students: Continue to send pictures 📸 to chenalelementaryyearbook@yahoo.com

This is School Bus Safety Week, and the PCSSD Transportation Department is providing some safety tips throughout the week for our bus riding students.
https://youtu.be/-InxhLvLd4E
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

This is School Bus Safety Week, and the PCSSD Transportation Department is providing some safety tips throughout the week for our bus riding students.
https://youtu.be/a4DfjTwaPe4
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

This is School Bus Safety Week, and the PCSSD Transportation Department is providing some safety tips throughout the week for our bus riding students.
https://youtu.be/XaW5txzN1y4
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

This is School Bus Safety Week, and the PCSSD Transportation Department is providing some safety tips throughout the week for our bus riding students.
http://ow.ly/gqKr50BWOc7
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

ICYMI: The charter authorizing panel approved for PCSSD to launch an all-virtual school in the 2021 school year. DRIVEN Virtual Academy has been in the works for 5 years, but comes at pivotal time in education. Details: http://ow.ly/uyrQ50BWA59 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

This is School Bus Safety Week, and the PCSSD Transportation Department is providing some safety tips throughout the week for our bus riding students.
https://youtu.be/EDP00aHrEYo
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Please join us for our live virtual PTO meeting tomorrow at 9am. Please use the Zoom link below.
Topic: PTO General Board Meeting
Time: Oct 20, 2020 09:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84980956923?pwd=dmxlZEZscUd1Mm42K3p0anBZQ0VVZz09
Meeting ID: 849 8095 6923
Passcode: 85WJxh
This meeting will be recorded and posted to the school website.

Arkansas Department of Education extended the USDA waiver allowing all students to be served meals free of cost for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year. This means every PCSSD student will receive free breakfast & lunch this school year. http://ow.ly/uY3S50BTCJy #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD Board of Education presented the Q1 Inspiration in Education Award award to Juanita Croon, Helpdesk Manager for the district’s IT department at Tuesday night's meeting. We're all so thankful for Juanita's hard work! http://ow.ly/yGvI50BSBM1 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!
Decorate your trunk and/or donate treats!
Use this sign up link up - https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/30e0e4baea822aafb6-chenalloween

PCSSD Special Education department will host a virtual transition fair next Tuesday, October 20. Transition fairs provide resources about the transition from high school to adulthood. Details online: http://ow.ly/tcoB50BQjiE #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Arkansas Department of Education has a new educational tool for families and teachers called the Social Media Awareness Campaign (SMACtalk) to ensure we all work together to keep students healthy and safe while they learn and socialize online.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/324154?org=pcssd
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

CHENALoween!!!!!
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
(5:30-7:00p - Chenal Elementary Parking Lot)
🎃 A drive through Trunk or Treat
🎃 Each trunk station will be *themed* and a fun treat will be handed out for the children in your car. (A special school recognition will be given for the Trunk voted for Best Decorated!!)
🎃BONUS: Adults bring cash in $5 increments!! This will allow your name to be entered into a door prize drawing for every $5 you spend. (Hint: one of the prizes is a $100 Giftcard to Bones Chophouse!)
🎃We are making this a FREE event for all Chenal Elementary students, but in order to pull that off, we are asking that you help us by signing up to donate a few of our treat items.
🎃 We made it really easy to volunteer and donate! Just go to the signup genius link below and sign up for what you are willing to donate and also to sign up to be one of our special TRUNKS!
🎃 Please sign up and turn in donations by Friday, October 23. Volunteers that sign up to decorate their “trunks” will be sent a follow up email with more specific details.
🎃 Costumes are welcomed
Use this link to SIGN UP to DONATE or DECORATE a trunk:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/30e0e4baea822aafb6-chenalloween

TOMORROW IS AVID COLLEGE T-SHIRT DAY!
Students can wear their favorite college t-shirt to school, on Wednesday, October 14th.
Virtual and blended students - send pictures of your child wearing their favorite college attire, or cheering on their favorite team to:
📸 chenalelementaryyearbook@yahoo.com

Parents across the district now have access to the Schoology Parent Portal. The following videos to help you walk through the portal as well as the app.
Schoology Parent Tutorial: https://youtu.be/Wusadq_agCo
Schoology App: https://youtu.be/_YHEGyPxxJA
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

To maintain a positive, productive learning environment and assure confidentiality for students and teachers during distance learning, all parents/guardians are asked to follow the following privacy guidelines. Parents/guardians should email your child’s principal with any questions or concerns regarding privacy or virtual classroom expectations.
Printable PDF available here: https://5il.co/lynw

As of 7:50 AM, The phones and Internet are back up and working at Chenal elementary. Thank you for your patience!

Attention families: the internet and phones are currently down across the school right now. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will update with more information as soon as we have it. Thank you. (7am)

Schoology is back up and running without issue. However, there might still be issues with logging into Classlink. You can continue to monitor updates here: https://status.classlink.com/

Classlink and Schoology are experiencing issues nationwide. We are hopeful that both will be running at full capacity soon. You can monitor updates on the following websites:
Schoology: https://status.schoology.com/
Classlink: https://status.classlink.com/

Fall 2020 Fundraiser - Cards for a Cause
1. SAVE MONEY! (Cards average $1 a card)
2. SAVE TIME! (No last minute trips to the store)
3. CHOOSE A SET THAT SUITS YOUR NEEDS! (5 different box options)
GOAL - Each student sells 1 box!
(Prizes - Top seller, those who sell 5 or more boxes, and Pizza Party for the top selling classes!)
WHAT TO DO:
• Collect orders from October 5th - October 15th
• Order forms are DUE back to school October 16th
• Boxes are $31.50 each
• Make checks payable to Gator Group PTO
• Boxes will arrive in approximately two weeks
Check out this video for more information, and share it with your friends and family:
https://youtu.be/zVB21rcqrgo
Check out more images of the different box options on our Facebook page (Gator Group PTO)

McFarland Eye Care is hosting a free eye care day this Saturday (October 3) at their Little Rock and Pine Bluff locations. This is for new and existing patients to provide eye care that might have been delayed due to COVID-19. http://ow.ly/Pr4850BFBY8
#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
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

THERE IS STILL TIME TO JOIN THE PTO
JOIN BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 12th and help your child’s class win an Ice Cream Party 🍦
JOIN ONLINE
➡️ https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com
•Login or Register
•Find “2020-2021 PTO Membership” under “My Account” and “New Forms”
•Choose your Membership Option and Add To Cart
HERE ARE THE CURRENT TOP 3 CLASSES
Don’t see your child’s class? Join the PTO! 😊

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

Have you considered sponsoring a child’s backpack? 🎒 🥫
At this time, due to Covid regulations, we are unable to host a food drive, so we need your help!
$100 will feed a child for all weekends of the school year! You can choose to give $50 for a semester, any amount your family is comfortable with, or even partner with a friend and donate together.
Sign up online!
https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com/login

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

JOIN THE PTO!
We are excited for the “scoops” that have been added so far, but we would love to add many more! 🍦
JOIN BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 12th and help your child’s class win an Ice Cream Party 🍨 and be entered in a drawing to win a $250 gift card to Oceans at Arthur’s! 🌊
JOIN ONLINE
➡️ https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com
•Login or Register
•Find “2020-2021 PTO Membership” under “My Account” and “New Forms”
•Choose your Membership Option and Add To Cart

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

Great news for our PCSSD families: we are now able to offer FREE meals thanks to a recent USDA waiver. That means our virtual, blended and traditional students can eat breakfast & lunch for free through Dec. 31! http://ow.ly/GmaQ50Bh7HE #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

JOIN THE PTO!
The Gator Group PTO is a nonprofit group that supports and works alongside staff and faculty to make Chenal the best school possible for it students and families.
JOIN BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 12th and help your child’s class win an Ice Cream Party 🍨 and be entered in a drawing to win a $250 gift card to Oceans at Arthur’s! 🌊
JOIN ONLINE
➡️ https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com
•Login or Register
•Find “2020-2021 PTO Membership” under “My Account” and “New Forms”
•Choose your Membership Option and Add To Cart

NEW SCHOOL SPIRIT STORE ITEMS!
Check out all the new items for sale in our School Spirit Store 👉🏼 https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com
**Some items are only available in limited sizes/quantities**

PCSSD will be open for regular business hours tomorrow (Friday, Aug. 28). Schools will operate on their normal Friday schedule (which includes blended Group B students). Extended care and athletic activities will resume tomorrow as well. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Central Arkansas is expected to feel the impact of Hurricane Laura tomorrow. Based on the most current weather updates, the heaviest impact is expected between 3-4pm. Therefore, PCSSD will dismiss school early on Thursday, August 27. Elementary schools will dismiss at 11:30am and Secondary schools will dismiss at 1:00pm. Dismissal times are for both car and bus riders. District offices will dismiss at 1pm as well. There will be no district athletics events on Thursday, August 27. No decision has been made about school or athletic activities for Friday at this time.

Wear Spirit Shirts on Friday - Order Spirit Shirts by 10am Thursday! The shirts will be delivered to the child Thursday afternoon, so they can wear them on Friday. Order here ➡️ https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/15182471

SCHOOLOGY UPDATE: Rachel Blackwell, Digital Learning Facilitator for PCSSD, offers another walk through of what Schoology looks like for students, starting with the log-in process to the student portal. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
http://ow.ly/J3U850B8ZV1

We Need Your Help!
Our yearbook editors, always strive to be inclusive of ALL students, which provides new challenges with our off campus students. We will take advantage of every opportunity to get fun class shots, but we need your help now more than ever since we cannot capture our distance learners. So this year we will be accepting home photos—we will need as many as you can send!
Here are some tips for capturing excellent home photos:
*Please remember to only submit Chenal students. We love seeing your older/younger siblings, but at this time we reserve room in the book for our school students.
*Outside lighting is the most flattering. If you take indoor shots, focus on your child’s eyes looking at you, attempt to put them in front of an uncluttered wall near a light source, and encourage happy smiles!
*Submit your photos in a timely manner—we will work on pages chronologically, so we fill layouts soon after events occur.
*As always we try to include as many photos as we can, but please understand we will not use every shot you submit. We appreciate your understanding!
Photos can be submitted via email to chenalelementaryyearbook@yahoo.com

2020-2021 PTO MEMBERSHIP
The simple act of joining the PTO provides instant financial support for our students! It's also a great way to stay informed about what's happening at school, and connect in meaningful ways with other parents. Together we can do a lot of good. Join us! Click here 👇🏼
https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com/

Ellie Miller, a parent of 6 children wrote this poem earlier this month for @thrive. Mrs. Miller states in the article that, regardless of options, there isn’t a parent who won’t relate to the words of this poem. http://ow.ly/Issp50B6w5T
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Chenal Elementary Spirit Store is NOW OPEN!
Spirit Shirts (can be worn to school on Friday’s) and Face Mask (Adult and Youth sizes) are now available to order.
SHOP HERE 👉🏼 https://chenalpto.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/23

Rachel Blackwell, Digital Learning Facilitator, walks through Schoology for students. This is a first look at a student account as the school year begins and courses are added.
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/y0JY3DjwITg
WEB INFO: https://www.pcssd.org/o/pcssd/page/educational-approach
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Hey Parents! Here's more info on Schoology. This Parent Guide is packed with detailed explanations of different features, tools and step-by-step walkthroughs. This guide is designed to help you better understand Schoology. https://support.schoology.com/hc/en-us/articles/201000873-Parent-Guide #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD will use Schoology as its Learning Management System (LMS) this school year. Students can submit assignments, review grades, engage in interactive discussions, take tests, and more. Check out this video for more info: https://vimeo.com/46433066 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

The 2020-2021 bell schedule is now available on the school website: https://chenal.pcssd.org/o/chenal-elementary/page/school-information--151

Virtual open house is scheduled for August 21, 2020 from 5:30-6:30. Links will be sent out.

Please see the following dates for Chromebook pickup. Also on the assigned dates please bring all of your child's supplies in a bag LABELED with their name and grade level. Chromebook pick up is for all instructional modes. (Blended, Virtual, or/and Traditional)
Virtual students keep their supplies at home.
August 11, 2020, 3:30pm-6:00pm
4th Grade Car rider Lane
5th Grade Bus Lane
August 12, 2020, 3:30pm-6:00pm
2nd Grade Car rider Lane
3rd Grade Bus Lane
August 13, 2020, 3:30pm-6:00pm
Kindergarten Car rider Lane
1st Grade Bus Lane
Don’t forget to make sure all supplies are labeled with the student’s name and grade level. Siblings in different grade levels can be picked up on the youngest child’s day. For example, if you have a 5th grader and a 1st grader you should pick on the 1st grade day.
Thanks in advance

Chromebook and Supply Exchange
Please see the following dates for Chromebook pickup. Also on the assigned dates please bring all of your child's supplies in a bag LABELED with their name and grade level.
August 11, 2020, 3:30pm-6:00pm
4th Grade Car rider Lane
5th Grade Bus Lane
August 12, 2020, 3:30pm-6:00pm
2nd Grade Car rider Lane
3rd Grade Bus Lane
August 13, 2020, 3:30pm-6:00pm
Kindergarten Car rider Lane
1st Grade Bus Lane
Don’t forget to make sure all supplies are labeled with the student’s name and grade level. Siblings in different grade levels can be picked up on the youngest child's day. For example, if you have a 5th grader and a 1st grader you should pick on the 1st grade day.

Baptist Health Community Outreach is offering back-to-school immunization clinics in Little Rock throughout the month of August. Check out the schedule on our website: https://www.pcssd.org/article/279757?org=pcssd
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST - The CORRECT lists are now available on our school website.
Find them here 👉🏼 https://chenal.pcssd.org/o/chenal-elementary/page/school-supply-lists--237

The revised district calendar for the 2020-2021 school year has been posted on the district website and all school websites. This is a DRAFT version as it must still be approved by the Board of Education, but we wanted to share with you now for planning.
You can find it here: https://www.pcssd.org/o/pcssd/events

REMINDER: Parents, please select one instructional option for each child who attends a PCSSD school. Responses must be completed by Friday, July 24 at 5 p.m. New students should complete this report, too!
https://forms.gle/6eH77dqk2RjVuiBP8

Kids are never too young to learn about diversity. To help broaden understanding of our black community, here is this week's resource as a helpful starting point: what you can learn from a box of crayons! http://ow.ly/fzy850AzBFd #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty and Deputy Superintendent Ms. Alesia Smith visited Salem Media this week to talk about the Roadmap to Reopening. Listen to the segment on Rejoice Little Rock at the 35 minute mark: http://ow.ly/pUrl50AxuOR
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD is conducting a FINAL SURVEY to plan for the 2020-2021 academic year. Parents will select one instructional option for each child for the year. Parents MUST fill out one survey for each child who attends a PCSSD school. This survey must be completed by Friday, July 24 at 5 p.m. https://forms.gle/93BL5azfHWUuUkUq9
If you're new to PCSSD, please fill out this survey as well!

Here is a sneak peak of the yearbooks! Remember, pick up is TOMORROW, Thursday, July 9th from 2:00-4:30 in the school's bus and car lanes. If your oldest Chenal student is in 3-5th grade, pick up your family's books in the bus lane; if your oldest Chenal student is in K-2nd grade, pick up your family's books in the car lane.
We have a very small number of extra year books and they may be purchased for $35 first come, first serve, no reservation. Please bring exact cash or check made out to Gator Group PTO to purchase.
Please stay in your vehicle, roll your window down, and wear a mask to pick up.

PCSSD will host a community meeting to discuss what coming back to school could and should look like this fall. Tune in Wednesday, July 1 at 8:30 am to hear from PCSSD community stakeholders.
MEETING LINK: https://youtu.be/SXHRjEg8tgs

YEARBOOKS are in and will be ready to pick up on Thursday, July 9th from 2:00-4:30 in the school's bus and car lanes. If your oldest Chenal student is in 3-5th grade, pick up your family's books in the bus lane; if your oldest Chenal student is in K-2nd grade, pick up your family's books in the car lane.
Thanks for your patience during this unprecedented time.
The books look great and are worth the wait! A very small number of books will be available for purchase for $35 on a first come, first serve basis.

NOW HIRING! PCSSD has more than 50 job openings right now. Check out the openings to see if there's something that might be a good fit for you. http://ow.ly/ogZ150AhBkS

PCSSD is following up on a previous survey sent earlier this month. Your responses to the survey are crucial as we plan for staffing, logistics, and safety precautions. The following survey is REQUIRED for all students. Parents must fill out one survey for each child who attends a PCSSD school. Please complete the survey by 5 p.m. on Friday, June 26. The survey has also been emailed to all parents.
SURVEY: https://forms.gle/ALwVFMm6ePb36mz57

Buildings may be closed, but registration is still open! Families with students returning to PCSSD must register. Registration information can be found online at pcssd.org/register. If you have questions, please contact Yolanda Richards at yrichards@pcssd.org.

The Little Rock Zoo is offering both virtual and on-grounds Zoofari camps this summer to provide fun-filled and educational programming for children. The camp is specifically geared toward elementary-aged children, but is fun for the whole family. https://www.pcssd.org/article/258066?org=pcssd

The Little Rock Zoo is offering both virtual and on-grounds Zoofari camps this summer to provide fun-filled and educational programming for children. The camp is specifically geared toward elementary-aged children, but is fun for the whole family. https://www.pcssd.org/article/258066?org=pcssd

For many kids, wearing a mask might seem uncomfortable and scary. UAMS created book to help children adjust to why it's important to wear mask. It even includes activities to do with younger children.
https://view.publitas.com/uams-1/my-teacher-wears-a-mask/page/1

Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty and Shawn Burgess, assistant superintendent for human resources, discuss what it will look like for PCSSD to reopen for students in fall 2020.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idmzAgdSNdE #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Congratulations to all our students from the superintendent's Cabinet at PCSSD! You are officially finished with the 2019-2020 school year. Check out this message of appreciation for you as head into summer break. https://youtu.be/1SlonalhXOU #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Chenal Elementary staff missed ending the year with our students at school and in our classrooms. We're so proud of all of our students for their hard work this year. We can't wait to see everyone in the fall!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_g1kc675K_4&feature=youtu.be

Five Pulaski County Special School District teachers are newly certified from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. https://www.pcssd.org/article/246726?org=pcssd #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Some elementary teacher librarians in PCSSD participated in the "pass the book" challenge. The goal of this challenge is to support reading and get readers engaged. What is your favorite book you've read during quarantine? http://ow.ly/QBKH50zyAU2 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Some elementary teacher librarians in Pulaski County Special School District participated in the "pass the book" challenge. The goal of this challenge is to support reading and get readers engaged. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/kAc_tFJVQ-c

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Cabinet sent us messages of thanks for their teachers. Check out the messages. **Thank you, teachers!** #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRcs6j3vrx8&feature=youtu.be

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, students sent us messages of thanks for their teachers. Check out these messages from BAKER, CHENAL, LAWSON, ROBINSON ELEM, ROBINSON MIDDLE and ROBINSON HIGH!
**Thank you, teachers!** #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence http://ow.ly/p7Ae50zzVO9

Chenal Elementary appreciates each and every one of our teachers. During Teacher Appreciation Week, a few of our students wanted to share a message of thanks just for you!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7-hAD5cuYc&list=PLmQKbLpVDHMnkez_ijC8oD3JAbQQNBQFF&index=14

P.E. coaches from elementary schools across the district share a few words of encouragement for their students. Let's stay active and keep on moving! http://ow.ly/TYkK50ztHRY #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

P.E. coaches from elementary schools across the district share a few words of encouragement for their students. Let's stay active and keep on moving! http://ow.ly/TYkK50ztHRY #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

We all sure do miss our students right now! A few schools teamed up this week to share a special message of encouragement for you all. We miss you! Keep up the good work, students!
Thank you teachers from Pine Forest Elementary, Chenal Elementary, Clinton Elementary, College Station Elementary and Robinson Elementary for sending in videos.
https://youtu.be/LK1ms8fXGwc

Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty explains the approach to updating the grading policy for students in PCSSD. Students and parents, watch the video to hear more about the reason for the change. https://youtu.be/tFiIWVNTTy4

Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty explains the approach to updating the grading policy for students in PCSSD. Students and parents, watch the video to hear more about the reason for the change. https://youtu.be/tFiIWVNTTy4

Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty provides an update on the AMI instructional calendar for the remainder of the year. Pay attention the dates - there are differences for seniors and K-11 students. https://youtu.be/Oacm5U-vBJQ #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Arkansas Activities Association extended the "COVID-19 Dead Period" for all AAA member schools through May 30, 2020. This means that all teams are not allowed to practice, lift weights together, play games, or travel to competition. Athletic facilities are also closed. Spring sports competition remains suspended.

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS FOR AMI INSTRUCTION: We understand that many families may experience challenges in scheduling. The most important expectation is completing and submitting assignments as close as possible to when they are due. Teachers will offer digital face to face lessons with students 2-4 days per week. Students should make an effort to attend live instruction. Sessions will be recorded. Download suggested student expectations and AMI schedules here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/652101/chenal-ami.pdf

The Maumelle Fire Department is turning to Facebook to show students and families some of their equipment this morning! Firefighters are broadcasting at 10 a.m. and will display their state-of-the-art firetrucks, gear, and the firehouse. It is a great opportunity for students to learn about their community and those who serve and protect everyday. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD will prepare and distribute meals all week at 20 different locations around the county. Pick up times for the meals will be 11:30am - 12:30pm. Reminder, these are only for children (18 & under) present at pick up. Full list can be found here: http://ow.ly/dP9N50z0mrm.

Don't forget, AETN (Arkansas PBS) is providing in-home learning & activities w/ PBS KIDS educational programming starting today. Sign up for educational support: http://ow.ly/aNsN50yUEIe & check out more online resources: http://ow.ly/tQeY50yUEQU #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

A message from Superintendent Dr.Charles McNulty: He clarifies next steps for seniors, outlines 4th quarter grading and explains how PCSSD will continue to operate as AMI days start back up on Monday, March 30. https://youtu.be/JmdcwXNDqiE

We know AMI days can be difficult. How's the homework coming along? How are you staying entertained? From homework to box forts, let us know and we'll share your pictures! You can tag us in a post or email them to communication@pcssd.org. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD Nutrition and Transportation are teaming up to deliver meals to 21 drop off sites this week between 11:30am - 12:30pm from Tuesday, March 17 thru Friday, March 20. These meals are for children ages 18 and under. http://ow.ly/Oary50yNkG7

We are providing the latest updates on COVID-19 on our website here: http://ow.ly/Ct8z50yM19E. We'll have information regarding AMI assignments, food availability, and more.

March is Women's History Month. Ruth Hawkins is a strong advocate for historic preservation and heritage tourism in the Delta. The Arkansas State University Heritage Sites program has grown under her leadership. She was inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2017.

STATEMENT 3/3: Thank you for understanding our decision to follow the Governor's orders.

STATEMENT 2/3: In a statement on Wednesday, March 11, it was announced that Governor Hutchinson has the sole authority to close public school campuses. PCSSD will continue to work closely with state offices and health departments as we monitor the progress of COVID-19.

STATEMENT 1/3: Per direction by the Governor of Arkansas, Pulaski County Special School District will be closed until March 30. The decision came after an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases across the nation.

REMINDER: Robinson High School will host a cheer clinic for grades K-6 on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 9am - 12pm. $30 per cheerleader includes a t-shirt. Students will perform on Feb. 21 during halftime of the basketball games. Contact Coach Brucks for details: abrucks1263@pcssd.org

Robinson High School will host a cheer clinic for grades K-6 on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 9am - 12pm. $30 per cheerleader includes a t-shirt. Students will perform on Feb. 21 during halftime of the basketball games.
Contact Coach Brucks for details: abrucks1263@pcssd.org

Make it a SMOOTH transition into middle school! ROBINSON MIDDLE SCHOOL will host an open house on Thursday, Feb. 6 for prospective students and families new to the area. Contact Kimberly Passini for details at kpassini3742@pcssd.org

Registration is now open for students *RETURNING* to PCSSD for the 2020-2021 school year. Registration can be done online through the registration portal: https://pcssd-cas.hosted.src-solutions.com/cas_PulaskiCountySSD/login

Congratulations to PCSSD athletic director, Danny Ebbs, on his selection to be placed into the Arkansas Activities Association Arkansas High School Coaches Association Hall of Fame. What an honor! Congrats, Danny! http://ow.ly/IFMA50y45kT

If you would like to send your child to PCSSD, registration is now open for the 2020-2021 school year! All the registration info can be found online at http://ow.ly/430u50xUd8h or by visiting your school's registrar's office.

Friday, January 24, 2020 please come out and support All Pro Dads at 6:30am. Don't forget to bring your ID to sign-in .

Save the date:Thursday, January 23, 2020.
First and Second Grade Music and Art Showcase! Students should arrive at 5:15.

Wayback Burger Community Night for Chenal Elementary, 16900 Chenal Pkwy Suite 150, Little Rock, AR 72223.
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
A portion of proceeds will be given to Chenal Elementary.

English as a Second Language Community Night is scheduled for Monday, January 13, 2020 at 6pm. Please join us.

UALR is hosting a Community Night of Coding Monday (Dec. 9) from 5-8pm in the EIT building. There will be workshops and demos, Hour of Code activities for all ages, computer science hands-on demos and more! Register here: http://ow.ly/jkGC50xtGPE

PCSSD schools held grand re-openings on Tuesday to change the name of our school Media Centers to Library Learning Centers. Check out all the cool pictures of the new looks: http://ow.ly/jMbY50x3awq

REMINDER: Schools are closed Wednesday - Friday for teacher and leadership professional development. See you Monday, Nov. 4!

4th Grade field trip to Toltec Mounds, November 5, 2019.

Popcorn Fundraiser starts November 4, 2019.

Remember no school for students tomorrow through Friday.

Third and Fourth Grade Art and Music Showcase is today starting at 5:30pm. Third and fourth grade students should arrive at 5:15pm. PTO will have their general meeting beginning at 5:30pm.
~Chenal Elementary School

Don't forget that students get a little fall break NEXT week. Schools are closed Wednesday (Oct. 30) - Friday (Nov. 1) for districtwide professional development. You can find all district events on the website: https://www.pcssd.org/o/pcssd/events

We would love your feedback on the social studies academic standards. Please complete the survey. https://forms.gle/Ksivbf3BYZGfhX3LA

**ATTENTION** Phones are down at several PCSSD schools and admin offices. Our IT department is working with Windstream to resolve the issue. You track the outage here: https://downdetector.com/status/windstream/map/

The phones are down district wide. You may email our secretary, Ms. Nelson, snelson8699@pcssd.org, if you need to contact the school.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. The National Bullying Prevention Center provides a "Kids Against Bullying" pledge encouraging kids to speak up against bullying, support those being bullied & to be a friend when they see bullying. http://ow.ly/snaM50wEVmm

The calendar can now be found in EVENTS. Important district-wide dates will be posted on the PCSSD website. School-specific dates will be posted on their respective school websites. You can view the "At-A-Glance" calendar here: https://5il.co/amrb

We’re thrilled to announce Pulaski County Special School District‘s new app! It’s everything PCSSD, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2IcfiP3 or iPhone: https://apple.co/30qo7uT.

No school for students October 30-November 1st.
Teacher Professional Development Days

Pulaski County Special School District will host a flu clinic at Chenal Elementary Friday, October 11, 2019 9 a.m-11 a.m.

October 21-25 RED RIBBON WEEK More Information to come.

Fall picture day is scheduled for October 14, 2019. Students must wear uniforms.

Fall Fest is scheduled for October 18, 2019 from 5pm-7:30pm. Email PTO if you are interested in volunteering at gatorgrouppto@yahoo.com.

This Friday morning September 20, 2019 from 6:45am-7:30am All Pro Dads. We will meet in the cafeteria. Join us for breakfast and a program.