December 7, 1941 - a date that will live in infamy. National Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance commemorates the attacks on U.S. battleships in Hawaii, killing 2,403 Americans and injuring nearly 1,200 more. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
This is Computer Science Education Week. PCSSD Director of STEM, Dr. Justin Luttrell, encourages schools to "introduce students to the unique world of computer science and advocate for equity/opportunity for students to learn computer science." #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Good evening PFE Families! We hope you will attend PFE's Family Night at the Museum, Tuesday, December 6th. This is a free event to all PFE Families. The Museum will be open for PFE families from 5:30-7:30. Students must be accompanied by an adult in the museum. Due to unforeseen circumstances, there will not be busses available for transportation. We look forward to seeing all of you at the Museum of Discovery tomorrow night!
The Arkansas Department of Education is hosting another SMACtalk Parent Webinar on Monday, Dec. 5 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Our guest is from the Attorney General's office. They will be sharing insight and guidance for parents about new apps and navigating online safety with children.
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUUmQRYpd0P2oAckGrwundz_GPlb8oLyeMnQHapv1ceo-UAw/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2hCAPaN1gnuf68I0jGabW3jyMAAwKNtiz-nrTEp6SAKujiHpVlT4ZMipc
Today is Special Education Day. Today we celebrate our differences, our similarities, and everything that makes us all special and unique.
https://www.pcssd.org/page/special-education-services
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Maumelle High School basketball coaches will be hosting "Skills and Drills" sessions every Saturday starting this weekend. The basketball sessions are open to 5th and 6th grade girls who are interested in sharpening their basketball skills. The sessions will be at the Maumelle HS basketball gym from 9am - 11am every Saturday (except during winter break). Best of all - it's free! We hope to see you Saturday.
Today is World AIDS Day. This day is observed each year to remember those lost to AIDS-related illnesses and help end HIV. This year's theme is "Putting Ourselves to the Test: Achieving Equity to End HIV." #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Family Night at the Museum of Discovery is Tuesday, December 6th from 6-8pm. Friday, December 2nd is the last day to reserve your family's spot on the bus. If you have not already made reservations to ride the bus, please let your student's teacher know. Students will not be allowed to ride the bus without an adult.
November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. PCSSD abides by the McKinney Vento Act to ensure the educational rights and protections for all children and youth experiencing homelessness and in need of foster care.
https://www.pcssd.org/page/mckinney-vento-act-homeless-foster-resources
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Today is Giving Tuesday - a day to promote generosity. GivingTuesday.org offers many options to give back today from donating money, helping a neighbor, volunteering, donating food, and many more. How are you giving today? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Lucky Tray Days are back! Every Wednesday in November, elementary students should check the bottom of their trays because Chartwells will be handing out prizes if your tray is the lucky tray! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
It is Cyber Monday. What gifts are you looking for online today? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is Small Business Saturday! Shop small and shop local this holiday season! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
It's Black Friday! Are you shopping for deals today? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Happy Thanksgiving from PCSSD to you and your family! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PINE FOREST ELEMENTARY is mapping the road to college to show students the AVID steps to take to be college bound. Success starts with Communication, Opportunities, Life-long learning, Listening strategies, Enthusiasm, Goal setting, and Effort. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
November is National American Indian Heritage Month when we celebrate the traditions, culture, and history of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and more. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Just a reminder: all schools are closed for fall break this week! District offices will be open Monday (Nov. 21) - Wednesday (Nov. 23) during regular business hours. All PCSSD offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday. Happy Fall Break! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Arkansas Central Arkansas Library System is partnering with Arkansas PBS to sponsor a Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Sweater Drive. Community members are asked to donate new or gently worn sweaters and other cold weather clothing through Nov. 30. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is National Adoption Day. At PCSSD we are thankful for the adoptive families in our district. Find out more information about becoming and adoptive or foster family: https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/children-family-services/
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