Today is National Read a Book Day. Let's take advantage of our day off and spend some time reading a good book. What are you reading today?
September is Attendance Awareness Month. Research shows children more regularly attend classes when they know a parent, teacher, friend, or community member is keeping tabs on their attendance. #schooleveryday #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. The CDC reports that nearly 1 in 5 U.S. children are obese. We recognize this month to bring awareness and provide some potential solutions to get kids eating healthy and physically active.
Pulaski County Youth Services is aiming to address mental health challenges in families and educators in central Arkansas.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/527216
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Teachers at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY took their theme and ran with it! "Unleash Your Superhero" can be seen throughout the school as teachers and staff encourage students to be superheroes every day. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is Better Breakfast Month and we are highlighting our student nutrition department and their dedication to providing nutritionally balanced meals, both breakfast and lunch, to all PCSSD students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Week 2 of high school football kicks off in just a few hours! All games start at 7 pm. Special note: MAUMELLE vs. ROBINSON was supposed to be at Maumelle High but due to turf replacement, the game will be played at Robinson. Good luck PCSSD! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Just a reminder: PCSSD will be closed on Monday, September 6 in honor of Labor Day. Schools and district offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 7. Enjoy the extended weekend!
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Today we celebrate Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day). On this day in 1945, the formal surrender documents were signed by Japan aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. Parades filled streets across the country to mark the day to end of World War II.
OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY 2nd graders practice their math skills in 3D. What a fun way to apply and visualize math concepts. Great work students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
6th grade AVID students at SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE are learning a valuable lesson in honor and respect of the American flag by learning how to properly fold it. Shout out to Mr. Watson for working with these students to take down the flag each day. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Superintendent, Dr. Charles McNulty, spoke with parents from JOE T. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY at their monthly PTO meeting on Monday. Those in attendance got a preview of some exciting things coming to PCSSD! Stay tuned for details - coming soon. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will host auditions for its upcoming Christmas performance of ”A Charlie Brown Christmas”. Auditions will be September 7th and 8th (you only attend one) at The Rep Theatre. Learn more and sign up online: http://ow.ly/1ZcO50G1HxU
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline wants you to #BeThe1To ask if someone you care about if considering hurting themselves.
LANDMARK ELEMENTARY 3-5 graders recently chose from a variety of enrichment activities for this first quarter. The students got to choose from different activities like coding, the stock market game, the SOAR steppers, and more. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
MILLS MIDDLE students used Chat Stations to assess their understanding of ratios and mathematical problems! The students really enjoyed the activity and learning new lessons! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Principal Ms. Hickman and the Sunshine committee spread some sunshine with treats for our teachers last week. Treats are always a great way to end the day! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Air National Guard visited MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH last week. Assistant Principal, Mrs. Andrea Johnson welcomed the recruiters to the school during lunch. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The SYLVAN HILLS HIGH Jobs for Arkansas Graduates (JAG) Program is being recognized for achieving the national organization’s 5-of-5 Award. SHHS is one of 25 programs in Arkansas to receive the 5-of-5 recognition.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/523343
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Mrs. Campbell worked on drawing with her students at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY in a creative, new way. The class watched a video on how to draw while actually doing the drawing. Students drew monkeys and then told a story about the monkey afterward. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
