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Secure and Close Down Technology Before Break

March 26, 2026 / PCCS TIS

On FRIDAY before you leave for a well-deserved break… PLEASE SECURE ALL VALUABLES in the classrooms and office spaces you inhabit. This includes laptops, document cameras, Apple TVs, remotes, and interactive

Broadcast Your Smartboard so Every Student has the Best Seat

March 16, 2026 / PCCS TIS

Every teacher has experienced the “back row” challenge. No matter how vibrant your SMART Board is, distance and room layout can create barriers. A student in the far corner might

Increased Phishing Activity Targeting P-CCS Accounts – Stay VIGILANT

March 13, 2026 / Mark Salzer

We are currently seeing an increase in sophisticated email phishing and scam campaigns targeting our district as part of a larger uptick nationwide. A few district accounts have recently been

Keeping YouTube Safer for our students

February 27, 2026 / Mark Salzer

REMINDER: Due to the nature of YouTube, and the easy availability of inappropriate content, the Tech Department has enabled severe restrictions on YouTube for elementary students and moderate restrictions for

Coming Soon: Enhanced Canvas Rubrics

February 24, 2026 / PCCS TIS

Starting March 21, 2026, P-CCS will transition to the Enhanced Rubrics experience in Canvas. This update is designed to move rubrics from a “static table” to a more dynamic, user-friendly

Two Helpful Chrome Updates: Reading Mode and Split View

January 29, 2026 / PCCS TIS

Google Chrome recently introduced two features that significantly streamline digital workflows in the classroom: Reading Mode and Split View. These tools are designed to reduce visual clutter and simplify multitasking,