
Thursday was the December Solstice, otherwise known as the First Day of Winter. How did you spend the shortest day of the year and longest night? #pcssdproud #serveall


Stockings are hung by the chimney with care.
Shopping and wrapping are done, not a minute to spare!
Santa will visit houses across the District tonight.
Get to be early, don't cause a fright!
Merry Christmas Eve to all in PCSSD,
We hope you sleep well and get lots of zzzz's!
#pcssdproud #serveall


December is Read a New Book Month! We asked our teacher librarians to share a recent book and why they loved it. Tiffany Shettles-Tull, COLLEGE STATION, read "The Little Liar: A Novel" by Mitch Albom. She loved how it expressed the effects of truth and lies. #pcssdproud #serveall


Throughout December, we'll share tips on how important proper nutrition is for all ages.
Tip #2: Behavior problems due to malnutrition can be counteracted when children consume a balanced diet that includes protein, fat, complex carbohydrates, and fiber.
Source: https://trst.in/c6G8bT
#pcssdproud #serveall

Pine Forest hosted an AVID/Title I Winter Festival earlier this week. During the festival, students sang winter songs, participated in Financial Literacy activities provided by Economics Arkansas, pictures by the Christmas Tree, pictures with Santa and Frosty, and Cookies and Cocoa. #pcssdproud #serveall


Good afternoon PFE Families,
This is just a reminder that parents are required to come in the building to sign your student in when arriving after 7:50 am.

Happy Hanukkah! For the next eight nights, Hanukkah (often called the Festival of Lights), takes place for our Jewish friends. The celebration centers around lighting candles on the menorah while also enjoying food, music, and games. #pcssdproud #serveall


In 1994, the United States Congress declared December 7, National Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance. Memorials and events are held each year at Pearl Harbor as well as across the nation honoring the 2,403 Americans killed and the nearly 1,200 injured. #pcssdproud #serveall


Today begins Computer Science Education Week. This vastly growing field of study plays a vital and necessary role in our of lives. How do you see computer science represented in your daily life? #pcssdproud #serveall


December is Read a New Book Month! We asked our teacher librarians to share a recent book and why they loved it. Lani Allenbaugh from ROBINSON HIGH read "Be That Way" by Hope Larson. She enjoyed reading about the life a high school student in the late 90s. #pcssdproud #serveall


Good afternoon parents,
We are excited to see you this evening at the Winter Festival. Just a few reminders as we prepare for the evening:
1)Students must be accompanied by an adult at all times. All activities are designed for families to participate together.
2) Doors will open at 5:30, please sign in and your student will need to get a snowflake. Remember to write your name on the snowflake.
3) Please arrive 10 minutes before your student performance. An all call will be made to alert students when it is time to arrive in the multi-purpose room.
4) Fill up your snowflake by participating in all of tonight's activities. Turn in your snowflake at the end of the night to be in the drawing on Wednesday morning for a SURPRISE.
We can't wait to see you all here.

Throughout December, we'll share tips on how important proper nutrition is for all ages.
Tip #1: Foods that are rich in fiber, protein, & healthy fats keep the body feeling full longer, providing energy to focus and stay alert throughout the day.
Source: https://trst.in/EMho2z.
#pcssdproud #serveall


Today is World AIDS Day. It's a day of awareness and support for those who are battling and those who have lost their battle with AIDS. "Let Communities Lead" is the theme for World AIDS Day 2023. #pcssdproud #serveall


November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month, a time to acknowledge those experiencing homelessness. As many as 2.5 million youth per year experience homelessness. Learn how to help, email Dr. John McCraney, PCSSD homeless liaison: jmccrane@pcssd.org. #pcssdproud #serveall


GivingTuesday is a worldwide day of giving, so why not give back to our teachers? Every donation you make to a teacher’s classroom request on DonorsChoose will be matched by at least 50% today! Let's help our PCSSD teachers! https://www.donorschoose.org #pcssdproud #serveall


This month we highlight our student-athletes. Our student-athletes excel in sport as well as the classroom.
"I've learned that you have to work hard in class and on the field. I focus on my school work before practice or games." -Elijah Newell, MAUMELLE HIGH
#pcssdproud #serveall


On November 28, all projects on DonorsChoose will be matched by at least 50%! We hope you'll make plans to find a PCSSD teacher and help with a project. Don't see your teacher on the list? Encourage them to make one before Tuesday! https://trst.in/CgozTe #pcssdproud #serveall


Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you enjoy this break and spend time with loved ones. What's your favorite dish at Thanksgiving? Let us know! #pcssdproud #serveall


November is National American Indian Heritage Month (NAIHM). In 1990 President George H. W. Bush approved a joint resolution designating November as NAIHM. Check out interesting and historical about Native American culture: https://www.nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov #pcssdproud #serveall


Have you heard the news? Pine Forest Elementary will receive $15,900 from the Arkansas Department of Education (DESE)! Pine Forest finished in the Top 6-10% for Performance on student assessment results from the 2022-2023 school year. The amount that Pine Forest received was based on student enrollment.
More details: https://pineforest.pcssd.org/article/1345499
