REMINDER: all student lunches are FREE through the rest of the school year. The USDA waiver allows all students to be served meals free of cost through June 30, 2021. More details can be found on our website:
http://ow.ly/xmCG50D5wHH #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Registration for the 2021-2022 school is now open for NEW students (includes Pre-K) and SCHOOL CHOICE. Returning student registration will open on February 1. Full registration details can be found at pcssd.org/register.
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Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty addresses the rise in COVID-19 cases in Arkansas and how the district handles pivoting decisions.
Video: https://youtu.be/wWncdFFYH1s
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"These are a few of my favorite things" from Mrs. Campbell at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY: This is my favorite project! My kinders assembled the reindeer and wrote their favorite memory of 2020. So many them of happy memories to share! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
"These are a few of our favorite things" from Mrs. Lasiter at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY: After reading "Merry Christmas Curious George," kindergartners were given an open rectangle and collaborated to create their own Christmas Tree with detail. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
We are so thankful for our CHES families. One kind family donated gifts for every staff member in our school! Each staff member got a bag with gift cards and a sweet letter. Thank you!
We have a fun Winter Challenge for all students which can be accessed using the link below. This is completely optional, but will keep all our brains working over the two week break! Plus, you can earn prizes for completing the challenge! Please have your children check it out! Enjoy your break and know that we appreciate all you do to support our school. Merry Christmas!
Link: http://bit.ly/3r0rcAx
Mrs. Bottoms, Principal
CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY is celebrating 5 Days of Holiday Cheer. For "Wear Red Day," two amazing Kindergarten teachers dressed up as Mrs. Claus. Although they didn't have morning duty, they came outside in the 30 degree weather to open car doors for students. We are so appreciative of their thoughtfulness and good cheer! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Volunteers from New Life Church set up a Christmas 🎄 Mall at Crystal Hill over the weekend. Thanks to their kind hearts, they blessed 100 of our families, raising almost $17,000 for gifts! We're so thankful for their dedication to our school families. Thank you NLC!
Just a reminder - Crystal Hill will celebrate the holidays with a full-week of holiday themed activities. Join the holiday spirit fun each day, Monday through Friday, and show off your holiday spirit!
The Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub, Winrock International, & PCSSD are partnering to challenge students to be innovators. This event challenges students across Arkansas in the field of science & technology.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/363066?org=pcssd
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Happy Hanukkah! Today is the first of an 8-day Jewish celebration commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem during 2nd century B.C. It is celebrated with the lighting of the menorah, traditional foods, games and gifts. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is Human Rights Day. This year's theme is Recover Better - Stand Up for Human Rights and focuses on the need to build back better by ensuring Human Rights are central to recovery efforts.
The Central Arkansas Library System and Be Mighty are partnering to provide free food for families in need. Reservations need to be made by 5 p.m. tonight for pick up Friday or Saturday. To make reservations, call 501-918-3031 (English) or 501-320-5785 (Spanish).
Looking for ways to give back to Crystal Hill Elementary? Check out these fundraising opportunities that never expire!
The Little Rock Zoo is opening their Zoofari Virtual Winter Break Camp this December so that students can continue learning while away from school for a couple of weeks. Find out more information at: https://www.pcssd.org/article/355473?org=pcssd
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Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day to recognize the 2,403 people killed during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. The USS Arizona & USS Utah were destroyed in the attack. The USS Shaw (pictured) was hit with 3 bombs, but salvaged, repaired, & returned to combat in Aug. 1942.
Looking for fun, socially distanced holiday activities? Check out this list of places to see holiday lights in central Arkansas from Little Rock Family: https://www.littlerockfamily.com/post/27930/places-to-see-holiday-lights-in-central-arkansas
It's National Handwashing Awareness Week. The CDC has a Life is Better with Clean Hands campaign encouraging adult to make handwashing part of their everyday life, along with encouraging parents to wash their hands to set a good example for their kids.
The Arkansas Department of Education is partnering with Nettleton STEAM School in Jonesboro to offer Arkansas students a unique opportunity to witness a conversation with astronauts aboard the International Space Station. Learn more about the event here:
http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?Id=4606
