June is Great Outdoors Month! Every week, we'll share a fun outdoor activity. This week: picnicking! What is your favorite park to enjoy a picnic? We’re big fans of the inclusive playground within Two Rivers Park! #pcssdproud #serveall
COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY students are taking their summer reading challenge to the next level! We're seeing students show off their favorite books and reading nooks! Here's a peek of some of their star readers so far this summer. #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD is excited to partner with UA Little Rock to create an easier path for students to apply for college. The direct admissions agreement will simplify the college admissions process for seniors. Check out the details: https://ualr.edu/news/2024/06/17/direct-admissions/
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FAFSA forms must be submitted by June 30 (11:59 pm). Any student who wants to be considered for a state, school or federal financial aid program should apply, regardless of income. Access the FAFSA application here: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. #pcssdproud #serveall
We love seeing our young scholars engage with our high school student-athletes and coaches over the summer. SYLVAN HILLS recently hosted youth football and wrestling camps - with more than 150 campers at in the football camp. Wow! Great work everyone! #pcssdproud #serveall
We're less than two months away from opening the doors to our school based health clinic. Along with our partners at Mainline Health, we cannot wait to bring a variety of healthcare services to PCSSD students and staff. https://www.pcssd.org/article/1608188 #pcssdproud #serveall
Commemorated every June, Pride Month honors the history and work for equality and basic human rights. “We should indeed keep calm in the face of difference, and live our lives in a state of inclusion and wonder at the diversity of humanity.” — George Takei
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Our educators empower student achievements beyond campus and the school year. Congratulations to all of our students who scored 30+ on the ACT! It's a prestigious club and we're proud of all the hard work this accomplishment represents. #pcssdproud #serveall
All PCSSD athletic facilities, including school tracks, will be closed June 23 - July 6 for the required "dead period" under AAA rules. Practices for student athletes will resume after July 6 and tracks will reopen for public use at that time as well. #pcssdproud #serveall
According to the Arkansas Food Bank, 1 in 5 kids in AR are at risk for going hungry. During National Hunger Awareness Month, we want to remind you that PCSSD offers multi-day meal boxes for families with kids ages 2-18. Learn more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/1618697
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Nearly 250 PCSSD educators and administrators (and board member, Tina Ward!) attended the annual AVID Summer Institute last week. Our team learned about producing a learning environment where all students are equipped to tackle complex issues, problems, and information. More pics: https://trst.in/69JnFK
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June is Great Outdoors Month! Every week, we'll share a fun outdoor activity. This week: swimming! Families can take a day trip to nearby Hot Springs. All ages can splash in the kid-friendly Bull Bayou swimming hole. #pcssdproud #serveall
Mrs. Keesee from MAUMELLE HIGH is participating in the STRIVE program this summer. This externship program is offered to teachers to work in STEM industries. The goal is to build community and experience real world jobs to aid in creating lesson plans that tie workforce skills with content. Ms. Keessee said she's excited to connect her work the Academies of Central Arkansas and CTE department chair at Maumelle High. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy First Day of Summer! Grab your sunglasses, because today the Northern Hemisphere will receive the most sunlight of any day of the year. #pcssdproud #serveall
MILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL is hosting an AVID Excel Summer Bridge and Transition Camp for rising 6th graders. More than 50 scholars engaged in enrichment and community building activities. The goal is to help these students successfully transition to middle school. #pcssdproud #serveall
When the Union arrived in Galveston, TX on June 19, 1865, they shared the news that 250,000 enslaved Black people were free — two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Looking for a way to celebrate Juneteenth? Support Black-owned businesses! #pcssdproud #serveall
Shout out to a dozen ROBINSON MIDDLE students for achieving high scores on the ACT this year. These students were recently recognized by ASMSA-TIP for their ACT scores. This program is designed for gifted 7th graders in the state to take the ACT. Way to go! #pcssdproud #serveall
Congrats to all the CRYSTAL HILL Girl Scouts of Troop 6545! After a year of learning, gaining leadership skills & providing community service, they participated in a Badge Ceremony to commemorate their hard work. What's your favorite Girl Scout cookie? #pcssdproud #serveall
Our educators empower student achievements beyond campus and the school year. Congratulations to our 17 students who attended Arkansas Boys' State! The program centers around civic education and leadership. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Father's Day! How will you honor the father figures in your life today? #pcssdproud #serveall
