We are so proud of this young entrepreneur, Raeghan Coleman, a rising 7th grader at MILLS MIDDLE. Raeghan and her cousin, Endia, teamed up this summer to open a sno cone stand all on their own. What a way to beat the heat! https://trst.in/iZrU5N
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ROBINSON HIGH math teachers attended "Leveraging TI-84 Plus CE for ACT Success" earlier this month. They learned different strategies to help students perform better on the ACT. The learning never stops, even in the summer, for our teaching staff. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Registration is open for before and/or after care for the 2022-2023 school year. This program is only offered at Baker, Chenal, Crystal Hill, Robinson, Sylvan Hills and William Jefferson Clinton. Learn more and sign up here: https://trst.in/xIVASh
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We have one more principal introduction to make for the 2022-2023 school year - Dr. Valencia Essel at BAKER ELEMENTARY. Most recently, she served as assistant principal at BAKER and CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY. Congratulations, Dr. Essel! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH principal, Mr. Yvone West, is offering some tips to help students avoid the summer slide.
"Parents can involve students in vacation planning: Calculating distance, mapping directions, and times to help critical thinking."
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Special thanks to Pulaski County Youth Services and the Arkansas Foodbank for working with HARRIS ELEMENTARY on a recent food drive. Together, the group distributed 90 food boxes to residents in the McAlmont Community. Thank you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
July is National Make a Difference to a Child Month. Rachel Blackwell, Digital Learning Facilitator says "Active listening is so important for children. Let kids know what they say is meaningful. This helps build deeper relationships."
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PCSSD Teacher of the Year, Mr. Bokari Williams, is offering some tips to help students avoid the summer slide.
"Exercise, play, workout, run, ride a bike, skateboard, scooter, jump rope for 60 minutes a day."
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Pulaski County Youth Services is promoting positive oral health outcomes in the summer program at LANDMARK ELEMENTARY. Special thanks to Delta Dental of Arkansas for providing the materials to educate our scholars on the importance of oral health. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD is excited to announce our new deputy superintendent, Dr. Sonya Whitfield! Dr. Whitfield served as principal at BAKER ELEMENTARY since 2015 and 3 other PCSSD elementary schools before that. Can't wait to see Dr. Whitfield excel in this role! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
A group of 8 PCSSD educators enjoyed some great hands-on learning for Special Education last week at Henderson State University. These professionals are working to earn their certification in resource endorsement for SPED. Congrats! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Members of the MILLS MIDDLE leadership team attended an innovative professional development training earlier this month. The team snagged a picture with Dr. Marcia Tate after her session on how healthy teachers leads to happy classrooms. So fun! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD sends well wishes to two amazing elementary school leaders who are enjoying the retired life now. Shyrel Lee (CATO) and Josie Brazil (SHERWOOD) wrapped up their educational leadership in the 21-22 school year. Enjoy your retirement! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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PCSSD schools will offer a before and after care (BAC) program to families in a new partnership with Right at School. The program offers before and after care options for students. The program will start in the 22-23 school year at 6 PCSSD elementary schools: Baker, Chenal, Crystal Hill, Robinson, Sylvan Hills and William Jefferson Clinton. Learn more here: www.rightatschool.com/districts/pulaski-county-ar/
MILLS MIDDLE principal, Dr. Lisa Watson, is offering some tips to help students avoid the summer slide.
"Read at least 15-20 minutes a night to keep your reading levels progressing. Keep a journal of your reading by writing what you read about."
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PCSSD elementary and middle school principals spent the week at the NAESP principal conference in Louisville, KY. Leaders from across the country sharpened leadership skills, knowledge around how federal policies and programs impact education. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
July is National Make a Difference to a Child Month. JOE T. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY principal, Dr. Taniesa Moore says, "Take the time to "see" each child. Listen with your heart. Respond with love and respect."
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Members of the PCSSD communications are in Chicago at the annual NSPRA conference. More than 1,400 school public relations professionals and school leaders gathered for professional development and networking opportunities. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
