MAUMELLE HIGH theatre director, Robert Birdsong, says he wants students to understand a life beyond their phones:
“I hope that they develop stronger personality and self-esteem, and that they leave here far more confident than when they arrive.”
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October is National Principals Month. Today we feature SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY's Laconya Isaac. She is married with 2 adult children. She loves to cook, read, and craft, as well as shopping with her daughter. Her favorite vacation spot is the beach! #pcssdproud #serveall
Students from MAUMELLE, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES, ROBINSON and SYLVAN HILLS high schools attended a swearing-in ceremony last week for Teen Court. Teen court participants serve as judge, jury and advocates and impose sanctions that reflect restorative justice principles. Special thanks to Judge Mark Leverett and Judge Barry Hyde as well as Pulaski County Youth Services for their commitment to this program. #pcssdproud #serveall
This is National School Bus Safety Week. The PCSSD Transportation Department reminds drivers to be on extra alert when near a bus. The flashing lights serve to get a driver's attention to slow if yellow or stop if red. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Boss's Day to the leaders across PCSSD! #pcssdproud #serveall
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. This month offers awareness and resources about dyslexia. The National Center on Improving Literacy provides some extra information to learn more about dyslexia:
https://improvingliteracy.org/article/dyslexia-awareness-month-oct-2023
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October is National Principals Month. Today we feature CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY's Lisa Smith. She has a fiance, 2 adult children and a granddaughter. She enjoys visiting the beach, especially Jamaica because of the culture, people, music, climate, and food! #pcssdproud #serveall
We're more than halfway through the season now - every game counts! ROBINSON HIGH is on the road, while MAUMELLE and SYLVAN HILLS HIGH will play at home. (Comets are on a BYE). Good luck! You can watch all games via livestream: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall
During the school year, PCSSD high schools have the opportunity for TWO students to represent their school at the monthly Board of Education meetings. Senior Jaiya Arrington represented MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH at the October meeting. Way to go, Jaiya! #pcssdproud #serveall
October is National Principals Month. Today we feature LAWSON ELEMENTARY's Dr. Matt Mellor. He and his wife have 6 adult children. They enjoy camping, including spending time at Devil's Den State Park each summer. He also enjoys doing home projects. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is Friday the 13th! Let's make it a great day!
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October is National Principals Month. Today we feature MILLS MIDDLE's Dr. Lisa Watson. She is married to her high school sweetheart and has 2 children and 1 Godson. She is the youngest of 8 and is very close with them - they even have a weekly Zoom together! #pcssdproud #serveall
Congrats Officer Michael Richardson! He was chosen as the Inspiration in Education award winner for the first quarter. Officer Richardson is a proud member of the COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY team. Read about his nominations here: https://trst.in/KEKxJa #pcssdproud #serveall
JOE T. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY recently kicked off PBIS with a visit from the JOE T. ROBINSON HIGH cheerleaders! The cheerleaders talked with the students about the importance of making good decisions. #pcssdproud #serveall
September is National Leukemia Awareness Month and SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY recently honored and showed support of their own survivor, Joanna Smith! You rock Jojo! #pcssdproud #serveall
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY hosted a September to Remember PBIS celebration. The students had a great time trying archery, playing Gaga Ball, and cooling off with a treat. Thanks to volunteers for their time and to Graves Memorial for the equipment and Kona Ice. #pcssdproud #serveall
October is National Principals Month. Today we feature JOE T. ROBINSON MIDDLE's Zondria Campbell. She has 4 children, Devin, 26, Caleb, 20, and Alayna and Alyssa, both 17, and a grandson, Kylin. She also enjoys visiting the beach. #pcssdproud #serveall
The COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY Colors and Crafts Club students recently explored elements like oil and water. They witnessed the concept of density, while using oil, water, alka-seltzer, and food coloring to make their own miniature lava lamps! #pcssdproud #serveall
LANDMARK ELEMENTARY art teacher, Kelly Emerson, believes fine arts programs provide many students something to make them feel proud:
“Confidence in the art room often translates to confidence in the regular classroom.”
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October is National Principals Month. Today we feature DRIVEN VIRTUAL ACADEMY's Leslie Ireland. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, reading, and watching old mystery shows. She has been married for 31 years and has 2 adult children. #pcssdproud #serveall
