Pulaski County Special School District

We're kicking off a month-long tribute to the amazing athletic programs in PCSSD. First up, SYLVAN HILLS HIGH girls' basketball coach, Shekinna Stricklen and season goals: "I hope my students gain confidence, discipline, teamwork, resilience & leadership." #pcssdproud #serveall

We're coming down to the end of the regular season - every game counts! Good luck to ROBINSON, SYLVAN HILLS, MAUMELLE and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH all on the road tonight. Catch the action on our livestream: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall

Celebrated in Mexico, Día de los Muertos has roots in both ancient Aztec customs and All Souls' Day introduced by the Spanish in the 1500s. This holiday centers on families gathering to pay respect to friends and family who have died. #pcssdproud #serveall

AVID 6th graders from SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE teamed up with CATO 5th graders for a fun and inspiring activity! Together, they created Bill of Rights one-pagers, bringing history to life in a creative way. We love to see the teamwork and enthusiasm for Civics. #pcssdproud #serveall

Even our youngest students enjoy Fine Arts Programs across the district. PINE FOREST music teacher Ms. Hager hopes to share the joy of performing. “Seeing my students perform and the smiles that acknowledge the thrill in their soul is priceless to me.” #pcssdproud #serveall

🎃Happy Halloween!🎃 If your family celebrates, share what your student will dress up as this year! #pcssdproud #serveall

Ms. Campbell of ROBISON MIDDLE shares an inspiring milestone, "I'm proud to be the first person in my family to earn a college degree!" #pcssdproud #serveall

HARRIS's Ms. Bailey shares a basketball memory. "I received MVP at our sports banquet. I was not the best player, and I remember Coach Dority saying, 'Tracy gives 100%. It doesn't matter if you win or lose, it's how you play.' I was inspired to give my all! #pcssdproud #serveall

MAUMELLE MIDDLE Spanish students learned about la familia! They made family trees in Spanish, and answered questions like: 🌟What are families like in Hispanic society? 🌟What are important aspects of family life? 🌟What challenges do families face? #pcssdproud #serveall

It's beginning to look a lot like Halloween around PCSSD! Our school communities are having plenty of 🍬sweet🍭 October fun with Trunk-or-Treats, Fall Fests and Dress Up Days! #pcssdproud #serveall Oakbrooke Trunt or Treat6.JPG

The mobile pumpkin patch visited COLLEGE STATION and DAISY BATES last week. Pre-K students explored the patch, picked out pumpkins, and enjoyed holding adorable animals. Such a fun fall learning experience...just in time for Halloween! #pcssdproud #serveall

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Did you know dyslexia affects about 1 in 5 students, making it the most commonly diagnosed learning disability? Learn more about dyslexia here: https://trst.in/SJ6qlP #pcssdproud #serveall

MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH’s Mr. Patterson had a memorable experience in college.“I was working as a sub & the principal of the school came by to see me. She told me that if education wasn't my major it should be, that was the moment my path changed.” #pcssdproud #serveall

PCSSD schools had a great night at the Region 1 Marching Band Assessment last week! 🎶 MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES Excellent Rating 🎺 SYLVAN HILLS Superior Rating 🥁 ROBINSON Superior Rating 🎼 MAUMELLE Superior Rating #pcssdproud #serveall

In honor of breast cancer awareness month, we had a districtwide Pink Out day on October 18. Check out how many students, teachers and staff showed support of breast cancer awareness! Nearly 200 pictures are posted on our Facebook: https://trst.in/yeyq6a #pcssdproud #serveall

Volunteers from Entergy Arkansas visited with Freshman Seminar students over the course of two days. The Entergy team showed off their Arcs and Sparks exhibit then talked to students about potential careers in the energy sector. Thank you, Entergy! #pcssdproud #serveall

CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY's Ms. Smith remembers making a friend. “I will never forget the day that I met my best friend of 30+ years. She was new and seemed shy, so I introduced myself. This moment is an example of how being kind can help develop friendships.” #pcssdproud #serveall

Love to see our students working together! CATO ELEMENTARY third graders partnered up with second graders for a fun reading activity! 📚 #pcssdproud #serveall

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and that includes cyberbullying that takes place online. Parents and teachers can learn the warning signs of cyberbullying to help students who are involved here: https://trst.in/rRnxeB #pcssdproud #serveall

Dude, did you see the family engagement at CRYSTAL HILL? 129 dads and father-figures showed up at their recent "Donuts with Dudes" breakfast to spend time with their students and sign up to be a Watch Dog Dad. The Red Jacket Pride is strong! #pcssdproud #serveall