Celebrated on Dr. Seuss' birthday, Read Across America Day is all about sharing the love of reading. This iconic Seuss quote sums it up perfectly: “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” #pcssdproud #serveall
Women's History Month, Female Author Spotlight: Ms. Davis of MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES loves Nic Stone. This best-selling YA and middle-grade author wrote Dear Martin and Clean Getaway. #pcssdproud #serveall
Students at CHENAL ELEMENTARY are putting all of their AVID strategies to work with as they research an African American scientist to create a diorama for Black History month. When completed, students will present their new knowledge to the class. #pcssdproud #serveall
Our high school students are getting an in-depth look at various career paths through the Academies of PCSSD. In the past week, MAUMELLE HIGH students visited Arkansas Surgical Hospital and the PCSSD Mainline Health Clinic. Additionally, Central Arkansas Water came to the school to work with students with some hands-on activities. Over at MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES, academy students toured MHP.SI, a local full-service marketing agency. These experiences help our students learn firsthand what different career opportunities are available in their future. #pcssdproud #serveall
March is Social Work Month, and the 2025 theme is Compassion + Action. In a school setting, social workers show compassion *and* take action while supporting students' mental health. Thanks for all you do! #pcssdproud #serveall
March is Women's History Month! To celebrate, we will highlight female authors recommended by our very own teacher librarians. Follow along each day to expand your must-read list. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is the last day of Gifted and Talented Awareness Week in Arkansas. We appreciate the PCSSD educators work to motivate and challenge our GT students to reach their full learning potential. Check out our GATE programs: https://trst.in/LEEARE
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Ramadan begins at sundown tonight (February 28) and ends at sundown on March 30. For Muslims around the world, it is a time of fasting, prayer, spiritual reflection, self-improvement, and community. #pcssdproud #serveall
As we wrap up our Public Schools Week celebration, we want to remind our stakeholders to connect with your local elected officials. Reach out and ask them to support our public schools. Find your local officials here: https://trst.in/9GSK21 #pcssdproud #serveall
Black History Month, Local Black-Owned Business Spotlight: VLS Waste Solutions provides valet trash, recycling, and junk removal with solid customer service. Learn more to see if this is a service you might need: https://trst.in/O1UHZI #pcssdproud #serveall
MAUMELLE MIDDLE & ROBINSON HIGH Life Skills students competed in the Special Olympics Basketball competition at Pulaski Academy. MAUMELLE MIDDLE came away with gold 🥇 and ROBINSON HIGH took silver 🥈! Way to go Stingers and Senators! #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD Pre-K is igniting imaginations at SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY. Ms. Green shares her favorite thing about Pre-K, "Watching young children's minds explore the world with wonder is amazing. Every day is filled with discovery, laughter, & the best conversations." #pcssdproud #serveall
As we continue our Public Schools Week celebration, we'd love to hear your public school success stories! How did your personal public school experience shape your college and career path? #pcssdproud #serveall
Black History Month, Local Black-Owned Business Spotlight: Ujima Maternity Network is a nonprofit that addresses the Black Maternal and Infant health crisis in the state of Arkansas. Learn more about their work: https://trst.in/ChkkI3 #pcssdproud #serveall
9th grade art students at SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH have been working on creating narrative self-portraits using symbolic images that reflect their personal story. They are really starting to take form! 🧑🎨 #pcssdproud #serveall
We love our school partnerships with Museum of Discovery! A few 4th graders from PINE FOREST ELEMENTARY recently participated in a drum workshop in music class and showed off their talents at Family Night. Way to march to the beat of your own drum! 🥁 #pcssdproud #serveall
As we continue celebrating Public Schools Week, we'd like to spotlight our partners within the Academies of Central Arkansas, specifically in PCSSD. We are so thankful for the organizations who help our students explore college and career pathways. #pcssdproud #serveall
Black History Month, Local Black-Owned Business Spotlight: The Chosen Law Group is a criminal defense law firm dedicated to each client's future. Bobby Forest, Jr. is the founder of this law firm. Learn more: https://www.chosenlawgroup.com/ #pcssdproud #serveall
SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE students nailed AVID collaboration with their Famous Faces of Black History masterpiece! Teamwork + creativity = a job well done. Talk about bringing history to life in style! #pcssdproud #serveall
BAKER ELEMENTARY celebrated students for meeting AR goals! Parkway Place Church provided cookies and hot chocolate, Beautiful Feet, Beautiful Minds donated books, and the PTO helped serve. Students had a wonderful time enjoying a cozy reading moment! #pcssdproud #serveall
