Maumelle High School’s mentoring group, Young Ladies of Excellence, with Cosmetology, visited Painting with a Twist. The club builds self-esteem and leadership skills. Students will also receive lessons in cosmetology. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY teachers attended the Get Your Teach On conference last summer. This past week was the official Rock Your School week. Teachers dressed like rock stars and incorporated rock themed lessons into their daily plans. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
3rd graders in Bowman’s class at SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY participated in Reader’s Theater. The students practiced their parts over the week and performed for their classmates. They discussed theater etiquette as well. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY Alpha students participated in their first Creative Problem Solving activity of the year. They had to build a “stretch” with only the materials given and a story to explain why it was built. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
BAKER ELEMENTARY kicked off its Grit and Fit Kickoff! A HUGE thank you Baker parent and former MLB pitcher, Dustin Moseley, for reminding students and staff about the importance of staying fit and committing to a healthy lifestyle! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Athletic programs teach students many important life skills. SYLVAN HILLS Athletic Director Denny Tipton says he likes to focus on relationships: "I encourage our coaches to get into the hallways at their schools to get to know the students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to Ms. Charlotte on 30 years of service to CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY staff and students. She has been a lunch supervisor, cafeteria staff member, and custodian. #pcssdprooud #equityandexcellence
CATO ELEMENTARY made a candy monster as a fun way to collect candy donations for their fall festival. Watch this sweet video they made about the candy monster who tried to eat something other than candy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiPctxYtFPw
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The 5th grade AVID student leadership team at DAISY BATES ELEMENTARY met to discuss and plan upcoming college visits, eBinders, and more! We are creating a culture of scholars who lead! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Dia de los Muertos - the Day of the Dead - is today! This Mexican holiday is a celebration of family who have passed away. It is believe that the line separating the spirit world and the real world dissolve and a reunion occurs. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Happy Halloween! Are you dressing up for trick-or-treat?
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Be Mighty Little Rock is partnering with More Chances Period to help provide needed feminine hygiene products across our Little Free Pantries network. Find hygiene kits in a Little Free Pantry near you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Arkansas PBS is hosting Family Day on November 5. The FREE festival will be on the University of Central Arkansas campus with food, fun activities, and a family-friendly entertainment!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-event-arkansas-pbs-family-day-tickets-419084120887?fbclid=IwAR3dVHUIkPAkxyxWZhdsUk-raVuA7nzWtv3BUj9nkJnhMJWfkfVV3mPKwjw
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Looking ahead this week, just a reminder that there is NO SCHOOL for students on Thursday (Nov. 3) and Friday (Nov. 4). Teachers will be attending professional development both days. PCSSD offices will be open normal business hours.
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Pulaski County Youth Services recently opened a Little Scholars College Station with Ms. Lakisha Nash leading this program. COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY has not had an afterschool program in over a decade & we are proud to have it in the community. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Dyslexia and dysgraphia are often confused and often occur together. Dysgraphia mainly affects writing. Symptoms include difficulty with spelling, poor handwriting, and problems organizing thoughts on paper. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Ms. Greiman's life skills class from MAUMELLE HIGH recently competed in a Special Olympics bowling competition. Shout to her students who came away with 3 silver medals and 1 bronze medal! Way to go! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
4th graders at OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY have been learning about the Bill of Rights. Recently the students participated in a whole-class discussion about the Bill of Rights where they first write their thoughts, then discuss. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Principal Month. Jason Young is the principal of MAUMELLE HIGH.
Fun Fact: I like to build stuff from wood. I built our dining room table, outside coffee table & our pergola. Next, I plan to build an outdoor swing for my wife.
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The season is winding down, but that doesn't mean the games are any less exciting! All 4 PCSSD high schools are playing tonight - kickoff at 7pm! If you can't make it to the game, you can watch it live: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network. Good luck! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
