SAVE THE DATE! Our back to school open house will take place on Thursday, August 15 at Sylvan Hills Junior High. Here's the schedule based on each grade level:
8th Grade: Thursday, August 15 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm
9th Grade: Friday, August 16 from 10:00am - 12:00pm
We look forward to seeing you on Aug. 15 and Aug. 16 to kick off the new school year!
Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this tip from Stephanie Franklin of SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH: "Engage students in activities that use math in everyday activities like helping with the household budget, measuring ingredients or calculating gas mileage." #pcssdproud #serveall
The Sylvan Hills feeder is officially a Guinness World Record Holder! On May 6, a total of 2,576 people gathered to break the world record for the longest human electrical current. Shout out Ciara Cole (SHHS) and her son, Jaxon (SHMS), for coming up with the idea to break the record. Watch the recap of how it all came together: https://youtu.be/OKJALIWwYrk
*Special thanks to Arkansas Children's Hospital for sponsoring the event!*
#pcssdproud #serveall
It's National Make a Difference to Children Month. Here's how Morgan Dickerson of MAUMELLE HIGH works to make an impact: "I always try to give scholars the tools to be better. ... When I see an opportunity to offer help and suggestions to them, I do."
#pcssdproud #serveall
Taking cues from the calendar emoji, World Emoji Day is celebrated on 📅 July 17 📅. This fun holiday is the perfect time to send an emoji-filled message to your friends and family. Drop your 3 most recent emojis in the comments!
#pcssdproud #serveall
Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this tip from Michelle Camp of ROBINSON HIGH: "A summer job for high school students provides valuable real-world experience, teaching them responsibility, time management and the importance of a strong work ethic. Summer jobs can enhance college applications by demonstrating initiative and experience." #pcssdproud #serveall
Here’s a fun holiday to celebrate: Global Hug Your Kids Day! This day helps remind parents and caregivers to hug their kids daily. Bonus: hugs can help reduce stress and improve emotional connections. #pcssdproud #serveall
There's still time for this week's ACT Prep Summer Bootcamp through Pulaski County Youth Services. Learn test-taking tips and strategies in English, Reading, Math, and Science. Register here for a spot: https://trst.in/Q7Cdc9 (it's free!)
#pcssdproud #serveall
Our school-based health clinic is opening in just a few weeks! Our partners at Mainline Health have an opening for a Patient Support Specialist the clinic that will located behind the MILLS MIDDLE campus. Check out the position: https://trst.in/U2gbem
#pcssdproud #serveall
With more nearly 7,500 hours of instruction, PCSSD ranks in top 10% nationwide for commitment to whole-child education. This instruction focused on topics like financial literacy, health, careers and more. Learn more about this award: https://trst.in/LIbChD
#pcssdproud #serveall
It's National Make a Difference to Children Month! Here’s how Stacy Bottoms of CATO works to make an impact: "Through positive relationship building, educators can shape a child's future and help them succeed academically and personally." #pcssdproud #serveall
We've got a NEW online payment portal for PCSSD students - EZ School Pay! This can be used to make payments for student nutrition, school events, chromebook fees and more. Set up a free account and check out all the app features: https://trst.in/w3Aycs
#pcssdproud #serveall
More than 75% of PCSSD schools will offer free meals starting in the 24-25 school year under Provision 2. This will provide meals, regardless of eligibility, at no charge for students in 19 select schools. Check out the details here: https://trst.in/D03Nk3. #pcssdproud #serveall
Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this simple tip from Anjelica Evans of COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY: "READ, READ, READ! 15 minutes of listening to your child read every day will make a major difference in your child/children's academic abilities." #pcssdproud #serveall
Celebrated in July, French-American Heritage Month commemorates the contributions and influence the French have made in our everyday lives. Everything from art, laws, cuisine, culture, etiquette and so much more! Merci beaucoup! #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy 4th of July! This holiday commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking the 13 American colonies’ political break from Great Britain. Americans celebrate with fireworks, first added to official celebrations in 1777. #pcssdproud #serveall
We are kicking off National Make a Difference to Children Month with thoughtful tips on teaching gratitude to our kids from Dr. Luttrell, Director of STEM and Blended Learning. Check out his tips and learn to make a difference: https://www.pcssd.org/article/1643332
#pcssdproud #serveall
REMINDER! This week's meal box pick up will be Wednesday, July 3. The District will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Both pick up locations MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH and CATO ELEMENTARY will be open 7am-11am (while supplies last). https://trst.in/7OOdg5
#pcssdproud #serveall
Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this fun tip from Staisey Hodge of OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY: "Visit the local library for storytime and discover new books. Then explore the other items you and the family can check out—like fishing poles, tools or telescopes!" #pcssdproud #serveall
In honor of International Joke Day we give you this silly school joke:
Q: Why was the math book so sad?
🥁 Drum roll...
A: It had too many problems.
🤣 Now, it's your turn. Give us your best joke in the comments! 🤣
#pcssdproud #serveall
