Kids often fall victim to the summer slide, but we want to offer some tips to prevent the slide. Volunteering teaches empathy. This could be walking a neighbor's dog, providing food/water to a homeless shelter, or more. https://www.schoology.com/blog/6-tips-avoiding-summer-slide #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
avoiding the summer slide
Shout out to the PCSSD communications department for their hard work this past year! PCSSD received 4 awards from @NSPRA for district & school communication efforts in the 2021 National School Communication Awards contest! http://ow.ly/Nzgi50FljHq #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
congratulations
Internet and social media safety is very important for students and families. This summer, we want to provide some resources from @ArkansasEd to learn a netiquette lesson. http://ow.ly/9Hn750F0rMO #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
social media safety
The Apple Store (Little Rock) will host a hands-on camp July 12 and July 14 for kids ages 8-12. Each 2 hour session will teach kids how to create short videos from start to finish. Devices will be provided. Sign up: http://ow.ly/66wS50FmY2E #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
dancers
PCSSD offices are closed today in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will resume regular hours starting tomorrow: Tuesday - Friday from 8am - 4:30pm. Next week we will return to the Monday - Thursday 7am - 5:30pm summer schedule. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
Sorry, we're closed for the holiday.
Happy Independence Day! Thank you to all those who fought and continue to fight for our freedom. Be safe and enjoy the holiday! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
Happy fourth of July
ESS Michigan (Will Sub) is hiring for substitutes for PCSSD! If you missed the June meeting, they will host another training on Monday, July 12. Choose from a morning or afternoon session. Apply at ess.com prior to the meeting #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
Apply Today at ess.com
What would we do without our volunteers? PCSSD is so thankful for the many volunteers across the district. Although we didn't have our annual banquet, we still want to give our volunteers a special shout out! THANK YOU! http://ow.ly/ozHa50Fmbde #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
PALS winners
PCSSD will observe Independence Day next Monday (July 5), therefore the scheduled pickup day for the 7-day meal box will be on Tuesday, July 6. The times and locations are the same - just the day of the week will change. http://ow.ly/I9CE50Fkmrt #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
summer feeding
Summer is a great time to be outdoors. One way to have some outside fun is to paint outside. Painting outside gives kids the freedom to make a mess, without the stress of paint getting everywhere! http://ow.ly/YlYy50F0rKc #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
Fun Outdoor Activities
Kids often fall victim to the summer slide, but we want to offer some tips to prevent the slide. Encourage entrepreneurship: a lemonade stand, mowing lawns, making crafts, or other skills your child wants to explore. http://ow.ly/sMPJ50F0rIl #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
Avoiding the Summer Slide
ONE WEEK FROM TODAY: Arkansas PBS and Arkansas Department of Education are premiering "Rise and Shine" programming on Tuesday, July 6. PBS Kids programming, along with engaging lessons for K-5 will be available on your TV. Grades K-2 - 8 a.m. Grade 3-5 - 9:45 a.m. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
This summer, a group of all-star educators are bringing the magic of the classroom straight to your home with RISE AND SHINE! Help your kids jumpstart their mornings with televised mini-lessons provided by Arkansas teachers and a hand-picked selection of educational programming from Arkansas PBS. WHO: You! K-5 students and their families WHAT: Arkansas educators and statewide partners will provide customized content - including the PBS KIDS programs you love - and engaging lessons for K-5 students, delivered right to your television or streaming device. Summer learning essentials offered at no cost to you! WHEN: Premiering Tuesday, July 6, and continuing every weekday for six weeks. Grades K-2 will begin daily at 8 a.m. Grades 3-5 will start at 9:45 a.m. WHERE: Tune in to Arkansas PBS, stream at myarpbs.org/watchlive or watch on-demand through the Engage Arkansas PBS app/PBS Video app/streaming devices. See all the ways to watch at myarpbs.org/watch. WHY: To keep kids learning and prevent them from losing what they learned over the school year, often called the "summer slide" myarkansaspbs.org/riseandshine
BOOK IT! is back! The program motivates children to read through praise, recognition, and pizza. When students meet their reading goal, they are awarded a reading certificate which is good for a free one-topping personal pan pizza from Pizza Hut! https://www.bookitprogram.com/programs/book-it/digital
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
pizza
Internet and social media safety is very important for students and families. This summer, we want to provide some resources from @ArkansasEd to help students understand data privacy. http://ow.ly/zoDk50F0rB6 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
over 2 years ago, PCSSD
Social Media Safety
School supply lists are now posted for the 2021-2022 school year. Click here to get a list of the school supplies for each grade at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY! https://ches.pcssd.org/o/crystal-hill-elementary/page/school-supply-lists--231 Have a great rest of your summer!
almost 3 years ago, Crystal Hill Elementary
school supplies
Summer is a great time to be outdoors. One way to have some outside fun is to make DIY chalk bombs. Fill water balloons with a washable chalk-paint mixture, draw targets on the ground, and have fun! http://ow.ly/2Qfc50F0rzD #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
almost 3 years ago, PCSSD
Fun Outdoor Activities
Graduate students at Cappella are partnering with Alpha Kappa Theta to offer FREE virtual tutoring all summer long. Tutoring services are available for elementary, middle and high school students in reading and math. Contact info is on the flyer. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
almost 3 years ago, PCSSD
Free Virtual Tutoring, aktvirtualtutoring@gmail.com
Kids often fall victim to the summer slide, but we want to offer some tips to prevent the slide. Explore the great outdoors. Take a hike, take note of animals and plant species, visit a local farm, or event plant a garden. http://ow.ly/FKxu50F0ryB #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
almost 3 years ago, PCSSD
Avoiding the Summer Slide
Everyone deserves affordable internet at home & the opportunities that come with it. Help close the #DigitalDivide through the Federal Communications Commission 's Emergency Broadband Benefit in collaboration with Heartland Forward . Learn more: https://getemergencybroadband.org/ #pcsspdroud #equityandexcellence
almost 3 years ago, PCSSD
Get connected with a federal discount on internet service at home. To find out if you qualify. go to: GetEmergencyBroadband.org or call (833) 511-0311
Conectate con un descuento federal para tener servicio de Internet en casa para hogares elegibles. Para ver si calificas, vista: GetEmergencyBroadband.org or call (833) 511-0311
MAUMELLE HIGH junior, Eva Casto won 1st place in the 2021 Spend a Day with a Judge essay contest. The essay theme was “Advancing the Rule of Law Now." She met with Arkansas Supreme Court Chief Justice Kemp on Zoom. Congratulations, Eva! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
almost 3 years ago, PCSSD
Eva Casto