Communities in central Arkansas are looking for ways to help the 2021-2022 school year to be a success. Here are a few back-to-school fairs and health clinics happening prior to the first day of school on August 16.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/501819
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We're so thankful for the partnership with Pulaski County Youth Services! Several PCSSD students participated in their summer "Little Scholars" program. Looks like they're having fun this summer: splash pad, volunteering, movie day and bowling! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Summer is a great time to be outdoors. One way to have some outside fun is to arrange a scavenger hunt. Give clues and have kids hunt for indoor and outdoor objects.
http://ow.ly/uq2R50F0soL
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Kids often fall victim to the summer slide, but we want to offer some tips to prevent the slide. Take advantage of programs offered by local libraries and museums.
http://ow.ly/BOoW50F0snf
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PBS Kids is offering some fun ideas for families to cool off AND learn during these hot summer days. Teach children how to make glow water with these tips:
http://ow.ly/Vb3x50Fv3m1
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Internet and social media safety is very important for students and families. This summer, we want to provide some resources from @ArkansasEd to learn about sexting and its dangers.
http://ow.ly/2G5o50F0sjN
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Our communications team has been busy this summer! The PCSSD website got a little refresh to better share information with our stakeholders. We hope you like the new look! https://youtu.be/QVM3d3akZfA
You can also download our PCSSD app!
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Cheerleaders at MAUMELLE HIGH are learning the importance of giving back. During their fundraiser for new uniforms, the girls held a canned food drive. Donations were given to New Life Church. What a great lesson in community service! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The 2021 Tokyo Olympics kick off tonight with the Opening Ceremony.
Which sport are you looking forward to watching the most this Olympics?
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Congratulations to SYLVAN HILL HIGH school resource officer Jamal Hockaday who was recently named Sherwood Police Department of the Year! Officer Hocakday has been a part of the "Bear family" for 5 years. We're so proud of you, Officer Hockaday! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Summer is a great time to be outdoors. One way to have some outside fun is to make homemade goop. Goop can shape into balls or ooze between fingers - and it is only 3 ingredients!
http://ow.ly/vgvY50F0scT
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ICMYI: Coach Chris Hill (Football Coach of the Yr) and Nick Smith (Basketball Player of the Yr), both from SYLVAN HILLS HIGH, and MAUMELLE HIGH Ember Smith (Female Wrestler of the Yr) were recognized at the All-Arkansas Preps Banquet on June 19 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Kids often fall victim to the summer slide, but we want to offer some tips to prevent the slide. Employ stealth learning. Find teaching moments in everyday activities from cooking to writing the grocery list.
http://ow.ly/e90N50F0sb6
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The Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission announces 2021 Dream Keepers HBCU College Tour in partnership with Rock Region Metro. The tour will take students ages 16 and older to visit college campuses in a single trip. http://ow.ly/UyPQ50Fx2bq #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
REMINDER: @RRMetro (Rock Region Metro) is offering free rides along route 10 & 18 in NLR to get your vaccination through July 31. Just show the operator verification of your vaccination appointment and you'll ride free to/from your appointment. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PBS Kids is offering some fun ideas for families to cool off AND learn during these hot summer days. Teach children about water flow and how to build a dam with these tips: http://ow.ly/o6cj50Fv2Nz
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Internet and social media safety is very important for students and families. This summer, we want to provide some resources from @ArkansasEd to learn about safe web surfing.
http://ow.ly/uh9i50F0s87
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Did you know there are less 170 days left in the year?! Check out the countdown to these popular holidays. Which one are you looking forward to most? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Did you know the date on the calendar emoji is July 17? That makes today World Emoji Day!
Congratulations to SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE teacher Shanon Hum on being selected as one of the 12 regional finalists for the 2022 Arkansas Teacher of the Year!! We are so proud of you and thankful for all that you do for SHMS and PCSSD! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence