The staff at PINE FOREST ELEMENTARY went on a "turkey hunt" last week. Admin hid 30 "turkeys" around the school and teachers had to find them all by the end of the day. As the turkeys were found and turned in, they got a fall-themed decor sign! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Here's a reminder about the virtual pivot schedule for schools and district offices next week. Hope you have a great weekend!
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BAKER ELEMENTARY ALPHA students were asked to make the tallest pumpkin tower with only 30 toothpicks and 30 pumpkins. Some quickly realized that building a sturdy base was key to success. The tallest tower was 10 inches tall. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Museum of Discovery recently hosted OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY families for a fun-filled night of science. Students experienced safe and educational hands-on learning. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Teachers and staff at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY found a sweet surprise when leaving school last week. Someone left these notes of thanks of the windshield of each car. We are so thankful for all our PCSSD employees! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Pulaski County Youth Services is hosting a "Mask Up for Justice" scavenger hunt for middle & high students across the county. 15 winners will receive a sweatshirt & mask. Submit entries to mborders-hoskin@pulaskicounty.net by 5 pm Nov. 22. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
JOE T. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY PTO volunteers trimmed trees, pruned shrubs, picked weeds, planted daffodil and tulip bulbs, painted the front gates, and delivered 6 NEW picnic tables. Even the kids got to help with the cleanup. Thank you volunteers! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Happy Educational Support Professionals Day! Thank you for your dedication to our students and families! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Special thanks to parents and students of LAWSON ELEMENTARY for donating much needed items for the health room. Nurse Becky Thacker is so appreciative for the donations to help restock the school's health room. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to MAUMELLE MIDDLE 6th grader, Serrima Samura! Serrima won first place for middle schoolers in the Maumelle Tree Board’s art contest.
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Oakbrooke 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students have been working hard this year and celebrated their successes by painting with edible paint. Fun activity! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD Portal / Classlink Update: The Classlink team is still working with AWS. Several other sites are experiencing similar issues with error code 500. We will continue to update you on our progress. https://status.classlink.com/#
The PCSSD portal, managed by Classlink, is currently down nationwide. Classlink is investigating the issue and we will update as soon as have more details. You can follow status updates here: status.classlink.com. Thank you for your patience.
November is Native American Heritage Month. President Ronald Reagan first proclaimed one week in November as "American Indian Week" in 1986. And in 1990, President George H.W. Bush was the first to designate November as "National American Indian Heritage Month."
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. This year's theme is Taking Care of Youth Who Have Diabetes. Tips include manage blood glucose levels, healthy habits, stay prepared for emergencies & seek mental health support if needed.
Congratulations to JOE T. ROBINSON HIGH cheerleaders for winning 3rd place overall in the 4-6 A Game Day Cheer Division and for Winning Best Overall Fight Song at the Cabot Cheer Competition. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE AVID students hosted a special honor roll celebration Monday night. Students who made the honor roll 1st 9 weeks got a delicious reward! Each student received two boxes of Popeyes chicken and drink at the drive-thru celebration! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Principal's Cabinet at JOE T. ROBINSON HIGH recently volunteered with the Little Rock Rotary to help clean up Kanis Park. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
According to Classlink, all logins into the PCSSD portal are now working. Classlink identified the issue and will continue to monitor the system. Thank you for your patience this morning!
Status Updates: https://status.classlink.com/#
It is American Education Week! We want to send a big THANK YOU to teachers & parents for prioritizing education this year as we navigate uncharted territory with COVID-19. And, let's not forget our rockstar students who have adapted to change! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
