TOMORROW is the big day! At approximately 10am, we will attempt to break the world record for the longest human electric current. A few notes for those in the area:
•Dee Jay Hudson and Bear Paw roads will be closed while this event takes place
•Fire trucks will go off for the full minute during the attempt
•This event is NOT open to the public
•Students - bring a rain jacket (just in case)
We couldn't do this without our presenting sponsor, Arkansas Children's. Thank you so much for your generous donation to make this event happen!
Cinco de Mayo commemorates a significant Mexican victory during the Franco-Mexican War in Puebla. While it is a regional holiday in Mexico, the U.S. celebrates from coast to coast with food (guacamole, anyone?), traditional Mexican folk music & more. #pcssdproud #serveall
May is the time to make moves! Since 1983, National Physical Fitness and Sports Month is a great reminder to discover physical activities that your family enjoys together. What sports or activities are your students up to - individually or as a family? #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy School Lunch Hero Day! Behind the scenes, these hard-working staff members make sure our students are fed every day - which is no small feat! Today we want to say a big thank you for all the prep, cooking, line-wrangling and more from these rockstars. #pcssdproud #serveall
On Educator Commitment Signing Day, let’s all give a big round of applause to the next generation of educators. We can’t wait to see you inspiring students in the classroom. #pcssdproud #serveall
Observed on the first Thursday of May, the National Day of Prayer encourages Americans to pray for our country’s government, education and more. PCSSD will be joining other local state officials to pray for our city, county and state. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy School Principals' Day! We are so grateful for each of our 26 outstanding educational leaders across the District. Thank you for your dedication to students, staff and school community. #pcssdproud #serveall
We're just ONE WEEK away from our attempt at breaking the world record for the longest human electric current. Sylvan Hills High school will host students in grades 3-12 from all its feeder schools on Monday, May 6 in an attempt to break this record. We are so excited!! We couldn't do this without our presenting sponsor, Arkansas Children's. Thank you so much for your generous donation to make this event happen!
Last week, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES hosted the Area 5 Special Olympics outdoor events. Schools from across central Arkansas competed in various events. OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY, MILLS, SYLVAN HILLS and MAUMELLE MIDDLE and HIGH schools all competed. Congrats on these students' hard work! #pcssdproud #serveall
Time to get your groove on! Since 1982, International Dance Day is the perfect day to celebrate the value and importance of dance as an art form that can have a major impact on society. So we're curious - what is your favorite style of dance or dance move? #pcssdproud #serveall
Who wouldn’t love a Kite and Bubble Day?! OAKBROOKE 3rd graders enjoyed some well-earned outdoor fun by meeting their Lexia, IXL Math and science goals and receiving two compliments from P.E. and Art class. What an awesome way to celebrate their hard work! #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD is hiring for positions across the District. If you missed the career expo last week, don't worry! You can still learn more about openings and apply online. Check out our current openings: https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers
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In 1872, Nebraska Board of Agriculture dedicated a special day be set aside for the planting of trees. This holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of more than one million trees in Nebraska, and is now celebrated all over the world. #pcssdproud #serveall
April is school library month and we love our teacher librarians! From helping kids fall in love with reading to choosing the perfect book to organizing the annual book fair, this is the chance to make librarians feel special. Today we give a shout out to our SYLVAN HILLS feeder. #pcssdproud #serveall
These kindness messages from the OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY PAWSitivity Club students were a creative and encouraging way to kick off ATLAS testing! We love to see students lifting each other up. How did you encourage others during state testing? #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is Administrative Professionals Day! Shout out to all those who work tirelessly behind the scenes in PCSSD. Thank you to the professionals who keep our District and school offices running smoothly every day. #pcssdproud #serveall
We're giving extra special thanks to our "PALS" (people assisting local schools) during National School Volunteer Week! Founded in 1997, this week recognizes and celebrates the hard work of those who give their time to support public education. #pcssdproud #serveall
Chag sameach! In Israel, Passover is the seven-day holiday of the Feast of Unleavened Bread. The first and last days are celebrated as legal holidays and holy days involving holiday meals, special prayer services, and abstention from work. #pcssdproud #serveall
Pre-K students of OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY set off on an adventurous field trip last week! Their day included a streetcar ride from NLR to the Witt Stephens, Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center in downtown LR. They loved learning on-the-go and making memories. #pcssdproud #serveall
Since 1970, Earth Day is a way for everyone to support for environmental protection. Since switching to Peachjar for nearly all "flyer communication," PCSSD has saved more than 2 million sheets of paper! Ways to celebrate Earth Day: https://trst.in/HnVHDo. #pcssdproud #serveall
