
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/#


The book fair has officially begun at CHES! Everything is online this year - every dollar spent directly benefits our school. The book fair link will be open today through November 29!
LINK: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/crystalhillelementary


The PCSSD portal, managed by Classlink, is currently down nationwide. Classlink is investigating the issue and we will update as soon as have more details. You can follow status updates here: status.classlink.com. Thank you for your patience.


Parents! Don't forget to register your child for our Smile-a-Grams fundraiser. Just by registering and adding a few emails, your student will get the first group prize.
*Register: app.shareathon.com/secret with the SECRET CODE: 51b0f8747
*Enter 10 emails of Family and Friends who you think may sponsor an Act of Kindness.
Thanks and let's share some kindness to raise money for CHES!



Have you heard about our new fundraiser!? Just a few random acts of kindness can earn money for our school! Check out all the details for our first ever Smile-a-Grams fundraiser on our website:
https://ches.pcssd.org/article/346013?org=crystal-hill-elementary


Our Book Fair is going online! The Scholastic Book Fair is back at Crystal Hill Elementary School and it will be exclusively online this year. Our virtual fair will include Crystal Hill’s own online store. Every dollar you spend will benefit our school directly. Save these dates and view our school’s fair site:
Fair dates: November 16-29, 2020
Online store: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/crystalhillelementary


November is Native American Heritage Month. The U.S. government recognizes nearly 600 Indian tribes in the contiguous 48 states and Alaska. Several rituals are tribe specific, but some cross tribe boundaries, including pow wows, the stomp dance, and drum circles.


Today is Young Readers Day, which recognizes the joys and benefits of reading. Books open a world of imagination and knowledge to readers every day and it is important we instill a love of reading into our children at an early age. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


PCSSD is lucky to have so many amazing teacher librarians across the district. Thank you to each one of them (not all pictured) for doing "virtually anything" for our schools, staff and students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


November is Child Safety Protection Month. The Centers for Disease Control reports children between ages 1-4 have the highest rate of poisoning. Parents should keep cleaning supplies and medications are put away and out of the reach of children. #pcssdproud #equiityandexcellence


The 3rd grade team at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY implemented a 3rd Grade Boot Camp. Each teacher is a "Skill Sergeant" and provides students with skill based choice board activities for math and literacy. The skills were connected to individual and class deficit areas. Great work teachers! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

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


Reminder! There is no school tomorrow (Friday, November 6). It is a Flex/Professional Development day for teachers. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


October is National Adoption Awareness Month. To learn more about adoption, check out the Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Children & Family Services. The agency works tirelessly to ensure all Arkansas children have a safe and stable home every day.


The 3rd grade team at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY implemented a 3rd Grade Boot Camp. Each teacher is a "Skill Sergeant" and provides students with skill based choice board activities for math and literacy. The skills were connected to individual and class deficit areas. Great work teachers! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Today is Election Day! Don't forget to cast your vote and make your voice heard!


Don't forget, we get an extra hour of sleep tonight! Daylight saving time ends 2 a.m. tonight, so set your clocks back before you go to bed!


Happy Halloween!


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
