Today is Election Day! If you haven't already, be sure to make a point to get out and vote today. Polls are open until 7:30 p.m. today. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
It's National STEM/STEAM Day! PCSSD Director of STEM, Dr. Luttrell says, "STEM education tends to focus on logical thought processes, critical thinking/problem-solving, and reasoning. These help students develop mental habits to build success." #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Members of the Arkansas Symphony visited LAWSON ELEMENTARY 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders with the "Meet the Strings" program. Kegan Sandlin was chosen as our "guest conductor." Dominic Matlock was featured on the double bass. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
3rd graders at OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY celebrated the Day of the Dead by combining science and social studies lessons. They texted their engineered pinatas using force and compared and contrasted European and North American traditions and holidays. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PINE FOREST ELEMENTARY students are having fun in music class by putting a little Star Wars twist on the lesson. They used rhythm sticks as light sabers. Not sure who had more fun, the students or Ms. Westerman! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY 4th and 5th grade students took their first AVID trip to the University of Central Arkansas. Students had the opportunity to ask questions about college, tour campus, and experience some of campus life. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Thank you to PCYS and CALS for their donation of 35 shoes to Little Scholars HARRIS ELEMENTARY. Each scholar received a new pair of shoes and socks. A special thanks to the Site Director Ms. Gray, Ms. Davis, and Ms. Victory for leading our youth. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
CATO ELEMENTARY students who met their Accelerated Reader goals earned a game day with extra time outside eating popsicles to celebrate their success! We are so proud of our Cato Owl Readers! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
SYLVAN HILLS HIGH Football players and cheerleaders has so much fun with the Cubs Club going to Oakbrooke Elementary to mentor and play sports with their Bear Family! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Daylight Saving Time ends tonight - don't forget to turn your clocks back 1 hour tonight! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Update: MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH has moved to 5:30pm!!
Week 10 of high school football comes with a bit of twist this week. Due to expectations of severe weather, game times have moved today. Please note the revised kickoff times for each school.
You can also watch live: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalStateSports
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November is National Military Family Appreciation Month. PCSSD is so appreciative of our military families and what they bring to our school communities. Thank you for your service! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
A HUGE thank you to the West Pulaski Fire Department for donating school supplies for CHENAL ELEMENTARY students! These supplies will be put to good use by our students. #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
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
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
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
