Pulaski County Special School District

Today is the International Day of the Deaf. This year's theme from the World Federation of the Deaf is: Sign up for sign language rights! The organization encourages all people to learn sign language. #pcssdproud #serveall

You know it's fall when apple lessons are in full bloom. 🍎 OAK GROVE Pre-K used their senses to make apple spice play dough. 🍎 CHENAL Kindergarteners explored apples as they studied the letter A, graphed their favorite variety and made applesauce! #pcssdproud #serveall

PCSSD high school students are back as active participants in our monthly school board meetings. Earlier this month, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH senior Chance Bradford represented the student body at the September Board of Education meeting. #pcssdproud #serveall

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Learn more about how to compassionately support a friend who is experiencing suicidal thoughts: https://trst.in/Zan8Fk #pcssdproud #serveall

As summer fades into fall, students from WILLIAM JEFFERSON CLINTON ELEMENTARY enjoyed another amazing metamorphosis. Students watched a caterpillar turn into a chrysalis and then butterfly, and studied vocabulary words related to the metamorphosis.  🐛🦋 #pcssdproud #serveall

Last week, the MAUMELLE MIDDLE Choir hosted an after-school relationship-building event. Community partners supplied prizes for every student & plenty of food. This collaborative event will set the stage for a harmonious year performing together. #pcssdproud #serveall

After a week off, all of our high schools are back in action tonight. SYLVAN HILLS, MAUMELLE and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES are on the road, while ROBINSON HIGH is at home. Bring a rain jacket and don't forget, you can livestream games here: https://trst.in/BAlcPJ.#pcssdproud #serveall

Happy HR Professional Appreciation Day to our Human Relations staff! HR pros do so much to support the PCSSD team. We are thankful for all you do for the employees of PCSSD. You truly are a pro! #pcssdproud #serveall

MILLS MIDDLE 6th graders enjoyed STEM-powered fun by making their own lava lamps. 🌋 What a *far out* way to take a deep dive into convection current. #pcssdproud #serveall

Chartwells’ Discovery Kitchen had a very special guest, Chef Jennifer Maune! Chef Jennifer, a runner-up on MasterChef, teamed with Chartwells Chef Sarah to educate CHENAL ELEMENTARY students on the importance of giving your body the proper fuel. #pcssdproud #serveall

Several PCSSD schools celebrated Arkansas Peace Week with dress up days, art, class lessons, acts of kindness and more. This year's theme was "Make Peace Our Natural State." Check out pictures from the various peace week activities: https://trst.in/51PzqA #pcssdproud #serveall

Fourth grade Trek students from OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY created time machines for an “egg-stranaut” to travel in time at the speed of being thrown across the room without cracking. This is one of the activities in the unit on time travel. Egg-cellent fun! #pcssdproud #serveall

While learning conflict resolution & stress management, ROBINSON HIGH students tried relaxation techniques for when they feel stressed, anxious, or angry. The students decided to sit on the floor, color and enjoy each other’s company. #pcssdproud #serveall

No, you're not seeing double! ROBINSON ELEMENTARY 5th grader Elijah & his 4th grade teacher, Ms. Sims, are twinning! Elijah asked if she would wear her green sweatsuit to match him. The following week, they both remembered. Talk about #TwinningTuesday! #pcssdproud #serveall

Hispanic Heritage Month activities are in full swing at MAUMELLE MIDDLE & HIGH. Students are decorating the halls, creating Alebrijes & Molas, & representing Quetzalcoatl, the feather serpent. What a creative way to understand traditions & cultural symbols. #pcssdproud #serveall

The Innovation Hub visited fourth grade classes at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY! Scholars had a blast exploring how to create their own LEGO robots. Everyone was engaged in coding the robots to actually move. #pcssdproud #serveall CHESLEGORobots7_24-25.jpg

Last week, SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE FACS students tackled stress head-on! Students got real about what stresses them out and designed their very own stress-busting game plans. To top it all off, they chilled out by making some stress-relieving mosaics. #pcssdproud #serveall

It’s Better Breakfast Month! Kicking off the day with nutrient-rich foods helps students stay focused and make healthier choices throughout the day. Menu planning and meal prep are two ways to help cut-down on the morning rush! #pcssdproud #serveall

🍂It’s the first day of Fall! 🍂Fun Fall Fact: Although it’s the official start of the season, leaves in central Arkansas won’t start to change for another month or so. What’s your favorite thing about fall? #pcssdproud #serveall

September is Attendance Awareness Month. Did you know that attendance can be a better predictor of graduation than test scores? Learn more about why attendance matters here: https://trst.in/0OJmre #pcssdproud #serveall