The Pulaski County Special School District (PCSSD), with approval from the Arkansas Department of Education, is accepting students from the areas ravaged by Hurricane Katrina who have come to Arkansas seeking shelter.

Students living in temporary living arrangements due to loss of housing will most likely qualify as "homeless" students and may enroll in the school district where they are physically present without proof of residence. Parents temporarily housed within PCSSD borders can go to the school nearest their temporary residence to enroll their school-age children. For assistance in identifying the closest school to your location, call (501) 490-6215, (501) 490-6307 and (501) 490-6219 weekdays from 8:00 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.

Dislocated students who are 4 years old by September 15 may qualify to attend pre-kindergarten in some PCSSD schools. For assistance please call (501) 490-6284, weekdays from 8:00 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.

Parents should use the following guidelines for enrolling students who are displaced by Hurricane Katrina.

1. If they are staying with friends or relatives they must come with parents to enroll and fill out the verification form and bring their proof of residence.

2. It is not required that students have birth certificate, shot record or social security numbers, but if you have these records bring them with you. 

PCSSD is sensitive to your loss and will work to accommodate your child’s needs.