Pi Day is an annual celebration of the mathematical constant π and is observed on March 14 since 3, 1, and 4 are the first three significant figures of π. It originated with physicist Larry Shaw, who organized the first Pi Day celebration in 1988. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Women's History Month, we celebrate women who paved the way in their field. Katharine Meyer Graham led her family's newspaper, The Washington Post, from 1963 to 1991. Graham became the first woman on the board of the Associated Press in 1974. #pcssdproud #serveall
"Music can change the world because it can change people," Bono (1983 US Music Fest). March is Music in Our Schools Month and this week we celebrate the musical talents from the MILLS schools. Let us know in the comments if you're a Mills band or choir alum! #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD is hiring substitutes! WillSub (ESS) will host an informational session on becoming a substitute teacher on March 14. The Thursday training session will run from 9:30-11:30 am at central office (925 E. Dixon Rd). Registration is strongly encouraged: https://bit.ly/43eUXPO
During Women's History Month, we celebrate women who paved the way in their field. Jeannette Rankin was a politician and women's rights advocate who became the first woman to hold federal office in the United States. She was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican from Montana in 1916 for one term, then was elected again in 1940
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March is Youth Art Month, a time dedicated to encouraging support for quality school art programs and promoting art.. Every school in PCSSD celebrates the arts in many ways. Here are few examples of art in action from a few maumelle feeder schools. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Women's History Month, we celebrate women who paved the way in their field. Sandra Day O'Connor was an attorney, politician, and jurist who served as an associate justice of the Supreme Court from 1981 to 2006. O'Connor was the first woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court justice. She was known for her precisely researched opinions. #pcssdproud #serveall
Irish-American Heritage Month is a month to celebrate contributions of Irish-Americans to the United States. Did you know: the first recorded celebration of Irish-Americans dates back to 1762 with the first St. Patrick's Day parade in New York City. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Women's History Month, we celebrate women who paved the way in their field. The All-American Girls Professional Baseball League becomes the first professional baseball league for female players from 1943-1954 with more than 500 women participating. #pcssdproud #serveall
Ramadan Kareem!
Ramadan begins at sundown tonight (March 10) and ends at sundown on April 9. It is a time of spiritual reflection, self-improvement, and heightened devotion and worship. Muslims believe the month-long fasting cleanses the body. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Women's History Month, we celebrate women who paved the way in their field. Frances Perkins was the first female member of a Presidential cabinet, serving as Secretary of Labor. Perkins held this position during Franklin D. Roosevelt’s presidencies. #pcssdproud #serveall
Just a reminder! Daylight saving time begins this weekend. Don't forget to set your clocks ahead by one hour before you go to bed tonight (March 9). The time change will occur at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 10. Who's ready to have more ☀️ in the evenings!? #pcssdproud #serveall
International Women's Day is a day of collective global activism and celebration for those committed to forging women's equality. This year's theme is "Inspire Inclusion" which implies a sense of belonging, relevance and empowerment. #pcssdproud #serveall #inspireinclusion
During Women's History Month, we celebrate women who paved the way in their field. Madeleine Albright was an American diplomat and political scientist. She was the first woman to serve as U.S. secretary of state, a position she held from 1997 to 2001. #pcssdproud #serveall
National Athletic Training Month spreads awareness about the important work of athletic trainers. We'd like to recognize Sha'Daveya McPherson who works with SYLVAN HILLS schools. McPherson plays a vital role in ensuring student-athletes are taken care of! #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD students are getting a special treat this week as part of National School Breakfast Week. Chartwells K12 chefs visited a few schools for a taste-testing event to sample new snacks like apple pie smoothies. What's your go-to breakfast meal?
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During Women's History Month, we celebrate women who paved the way in their field. Aretha Franklin, a.k.a. "Queen of Soul," was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. Share in the comments - what's your favorite Aretha song? #pcssdproud #serveall
We like to move it, move it! Shout out to the CRYSTAL HILL Red Jacket Dance Team on their 1st Place win in the West Central Basketball League Dance Competition. We're proud of you (and your coaches)! #pcssdproud #serveall
COLLEGE STATION third graders worked on designing a robot as an art project. Next up, they'll use the WICOR strategy - Collaboration - to work with classmates on revisions and redesigns. We can't wait to see the final product of robot drawings! #pcssdproud #serveall
Hans Christian Andersen said "Where words fail, music speaks.” March is Music in Our Schools Month and this week we celebrate the musical talents from the ROBINSON schools. Let us know in the comments if you're a Robinson band or choir alum! #pcssdproud #serveall
