World Youth Skills Day celebrates the importance of equipping students for future work. We support this goal with the Academies of PCSSD. This model gives students experiential opportunities thru local industry partners. Check it out: https://trst.in/whppKx #pcssdproud #serveall
Outshine the Summer Slide & set a daily rhythm with this tip from CRYSTAL HILL Principal, Lisa Smith: "Maintain a flexible but consistent schedule to learn, play & rest. Try open-ended play like Legos, art, fort building, obstacle courses & STEM challenges." #pcssdproud #serveall
July is French-American Heritage Month! 🇫🇷🇺🇸 Did you know? Little Rock was named by French explorers after a distinctive rock outcrop in the Arkansas river that they called "La Petite Roche." #pcssdproud #serveall
Outshine the Summer Slide with this tech tip from SYLVAN HILLS HIGH Assistant Principal, Chris Sierra: "If you're feeling adventurous, write your own blog to share thoughts in a positive way." #pcssdproud #serveall
Congratulations to the PCSSD students recognized as All-State soccer performers by the Arkansas Activities Association for 2025! We love seeing so many student-athletes on this list: https://tinyurl.com/26rfub27 Way to go! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
Outshine the Summer Slide with this 'ole school' tip from DAISY BATES Principal, Masako Christian: "Dive into summer with board games that will keep brain muscles moving. Grab a relative, friend or you can even play against yourself! JUST HAVE FUN!" #pcssdproud #serveall
In accordance to the "Bell to Bell, No Cell" state law, PCSSD will implement a districtwide phone-free policy beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. Visit our Phone-Free Schools page for program info, FAQs and more: https://trst.in/wdmHdh
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Outshine the Summer Slide with this travel-friendly tip from ROBINSON MIDDLE's Catherine Ziller, PCSSD Teacher of the Year: "Books are perfect to take on car trips, airplanes, to the beach & pretty much everywhere!" #pcssdproud #serveall
July is National Make a Difference to Children Month! One way to impact the lives of our students is to volunteer next school year! If you are new to the district, make sure to fill out a volunteer application: https://trst.in/PV6vIO #pcssdproud #serveall
Congratulations to MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH principal Damian Patterson on being named a Champion of Youth by Pulaski County Youth Services. Thank you for your service not only to MUSHS, but to all of Pulaski County! This is such a well-deserved honor! #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Independence Day! Did you know? The first 4th of July celebration with fireworks was in 1777— just one year after the Declaration was signed! 🎆🇺🇸
How will your family celebrate today?
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Outshine the Summer Slide with creative ideas from our educators. First up, MAUMELLE HIGH Assistant Principal, Martha Reynolds: "Go on an adventure in Arkansas! Pick up a FREE state parks passport and check off as many as you can." #pcssdproud #serveall
Here's a *sweet pun* in honor of International Joke Day:
Why did the student eat his homework?
Because the teacher said it was a piece of cake! 🎂📚
Have any silly jokes to share? Drop them in the comments!
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The CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY basketball team and cheer/dance team capped off a wonderful season with an End of the Year Celebration! What a slam dunking, high flying evening of well-deserved fun! #pcssdproud #serveall
June is Pride Month! “Openness may not completely disarm prejudice, but it’s a good place to start.” – Jason Collins
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June is National Safety Month, the perfect time to build a family emergency supply kit. Here's a checklist to help you get started: https://trst.in/LUCJL8
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The MAUMELLE HIGH volleyball team aced the 2nd week of practices with a hike up Pinnacle Mountain. Way to go, Stingers! Keep pushing your game to new heights. 👊🏻💪🏻
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Tony Hill Jr., SYLVAN HILLS HIGH '25 grad, attended the inaugural Rising Generations Summit put on by The Aspen Institute's Center for Rising Generations. The event included sessions on civic engagement, networking, a youth policy organizations fair & more. #pcssdproud #serveall
‼️ Attention ‼️ 25-26 FAFSA forms must be submitted by July 1 at midnight. Any student who wants to be considered for state, school or federal financial aid should apply, regardless of income. Access the FAFSA application here: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. #pcssdproud #serveall
We have a *reel-y* fun idea to round out Great Outdoors Month — go fish! And thanks to the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, your family has plenty of stocked ponds to explore. Start casting here: https://trst.in/q0VytC #pcssdproud #serveall
