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
Just a reminder, schools will be closed November 20 - 24 and district offices will be closed November 23 - 24. Enjoy the week off! We'll see you back in school on Monday, November 27. #pcssdproud #serveall
National Adoption Day aims to raise awareness of those children waiting to be adopted from foster care in the United States. On this day, courts and organizations across the country open their doors to finalize and celebrate adoptions from foster care. #pcssdproud #serveall
Week 2 of high school playoffs continues tonight. We have one team standing in the playoff race - MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH! Good luck, Comets, against Parkview High. Don't forget you can catch all games on our live stream: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall
We are so thankful for our amazing substitute teachers! Our subs provide a critical link in educating our school-children by continuing to provide quality education to students in the temporary absence of regular classroom educators. #pcssdproud #serveall
National Family Literacy Month is celebrated during the month of November. National Family Literacy Month is an opportunity for families to learn and read together. It also celebrates the work literacy programs do to empower families. #pcssdproud #serveall
America Recycles Day® is the only nationally-recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States. Think you're an expert "being green?" Take the Keep America Beautiful recycling quiz to find out: https://trst.in/r2HgsJ
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Today we give a shout out to our support staff! On National Education Support Professionals Day, we thank those who strengthen our schools and communities. They play a vital role on the education team and in students' lives inside and outside the classroom. #pcssdproud #serveall
This month we highlight our student-athletes. Our student-athletes excel in sport as well as the classroom.
"I get my school work done first. Then I start watching film and try to figure things out." -Mason Urena, SYLVAN HILLS HIGH
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It's American Education Week! This week, we celebrate our public school community. Festivities honor the team of people who work in our nation’s public schools - in the classroom and behind the scenes. Check out ways to celebrate: https://trst.in/KdeWHq. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is World Kindness Day! This international observance is an invitation to help make kindness the norm in your home, school and workplace. It was introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement. What random act kindness will you do today?
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Happy Diwali! Diwali is India's biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness. #pcssdproud #serveall
According to a new CDC report, vaping usage is decreasing in high schools. Earlier this week, Dr. Sherman Whitfield spoke with THV11 about how this is a top priority in PCSSD and what is done to decrease usage among students. Watch: https://trst.in/4TKPxf #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is Veterans Day. This is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11 for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your service and dedication to our country. #pcssdproud #serveall
Students and staff are cleared to re-enter the building at Sylvan Hills Junior High. Sherwood fire department assessed the situation and determined there was no fire or cause for concern. School will resume as normal for the rest of the day. Thank you.
Students and staff are currently evacuated from Sylvan Hills Junior High at the moment. There is a possible electrical issue inside the building, causing a smoke smell. Sherwood fire department are on the scene to investigate the issue. Students are safe and outdoors at this time under staff supervision. Please do not come up to the school during this time. No students will be dismissed while we are evacuated.
This week we highlight the important work school psychologists do to help all students thrive. This year's theme, "Let's Grow Together," recognizes the importance of personal and shared strengths in our growth as individuals and school communities all year. #pcssdproud #serveall
Listen up high school juniors and seniors: November is National Scholarship Month! This month has a special emphasis to research and learn more about scholarships out there. Talk to your counselors to learn more about what help is available for you! #pcssdproud #serveall
Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour when you go to bed tonight. Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. - meaning you "gain" an hour of sleep. There are only two states that don't observe DST: Hawaii and Arizona (with the exception of Navajo Nation). #pcssdproud #serveall
