4th graders at OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY created trioramas in art. They learned and researched about different habitats, and then selected their favorite habitat and created animals to live there. #pcssdproud #serveall
National School Counseling Week is the perfect time to recognize all the ways counselors help students thrive. First up, we’re spotlighting our Robinson Feeder Counselors. Thanks for helping students find their strengths & prepare for life after school.
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Happy Groundhog Day! Who's excited by Punxsutawney Phil's proclamation? Here's an interesting way to bring STEM into this fun tradition: study shadows with your student by measuring their length at different times of the day. #pcssdproud #serveall
Black History Month, Local Black-Owned Business Spotlight: Our first business to highlight, 3 Hidden Gems, is actually 3 in 1! This gift shop is a collective of Desired Elements, Natural Joy by Nicole Jaene & Bonded Forever Jewelry. https://trst.in/XdgyjX #pcssdproud #serveall
The PCSSD Board of Education recently voted to increase the starting salary for bus drivers and security personnel. The new starting hourly rate for bus drivers is $18.10 and $20.27 for security. Check out our openings & apply today! https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers
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This year, the theme of Black History Month is labor and its effect on Black history & culture (source: https://asalh.org/black-history-themes/). PCSSD will spotlight 27 local Black-owned businesses throughout February. We are excited to celebrate these local entrepreneurs! #pcssdproud #serveall
To cap off School Choice Week, here are 3 options for families wishing to apply. They can email schoolchoice@pcssd.org, come in person to PCSSD Central Office or mail their application c/o Equity and Pupil Services 925 E. Dixon Rd., Little Rock, AR, 72206 #pcssdproud #serveall
SYLVAN HILLS HIGH is one of 847 schools nationally to receive College Board's Female Diversity Award in 2024 for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science Principles. Read more about this exciting award here: https://trst.in/zFB8HL #pcssdproud #serveall
School Choice Week may be wrapping up, but the school choice window in PCSSD is going strong! School choice applications are accepted now through May 1, 2025. Get started: https://trst.in/03gK1p #pcssdproud #serveall
ROBINSON MIDDLE scholars engaged in AVID strategies by completing a K-W-L (Know, Wonder, Learn) chart on the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The students watched a video, read an article and marked text help them on their quest. #pcssdproud #serveall
Don't forget to include your students in decision-making during School Choice Week. 70% of teens believe that choosing a school should be a decision that the students & parents make. https://trst.in/lVLfXU #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD is working with a search firm to select a new superintendent for the upcoming school year. We will have two community meetings tonight (January 30) and two on February 4. Meetings info and stakeholder survey: https://trst.in/vV7s63
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Students at COLLEGE STATION enjoyed their first-ever school spelling bee! What a fund tradition to start for these scholars. Let’s give a round of applause to all the super spellers! They showed courage, determination and a love of learning. #pcssdproud #serveall
We're halfway through School Choice Week! Did you know? More than 80% of Arkansas families choose traditional public schools. Check it out: https://trst.in/KaiW0A #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy National Puzzle Day! 🧩 Did you know? Studies find tackling puzzles uses both sides of the brain, and daily puzzling can even improve memory, sharpen cognition and enhance problem-solving skills! What's your favorite way to puzzle as a family? 🧠✨ #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Lunar New Year! Did you know? In the Chinese Zodiac, animals represent each year. 2025 is the Year of the Snake, symbolizing wisdom and transformation! Although the Lunar New Year is a 15-day celebration, the Year of the Snake continues until Feb.2026. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today, we recognize Board President, Stephen Delaney of Zone 1. His superpower is Invisibility because he believes a school board member should never be the Main Character. Students, parents, and staff should be put first. #serveall #pcssdproud
Happy Data Privacy Day! This year's theme is all about *taking control* of your data. Here are some tips to empower teens to take charge of their own online safety: https://trst.in/H9D6VT #pcssdproud #serveall
Here's an important reminder on this 3rd day of School Choice Week, transportation is NOT provided for School Choice students by the District. There are rare situations when transportation is provided, refer to this page: https://trst.in/ieECQW. #pcssdproud #serveall
Craig O'Neill made his last PCSSD "Reading Road Trip" stops at SHERWOOD and CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY! Special thanks to Baldwin & Shell Construction Company for sponsoring the visit. Students had a wonderful time and pledged to be lifelong readers! #pcssdproud #serveall
