This week is Public Schools Week and we celebrate our teachers and staff who are dedicated to helping children learn and grow in an equitable and engaging environment. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Presidents Day was originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington. Did you know that AR Sen. Stephen Wallace Dorsey was the first to propose Washington's birthday as a federal holiday? It is now viewed as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
February is Black History Month and PCSSD is proud to have many Black leaders across the District. Today we highlight the Sylvan Hills Elementary Principal, Britney Hickman.
"To begin with the end in mind means to start with a clear understanding of your destination. It means to know where you're going so that you better understand where you are now and so that the steps you take are always in the right direction.” Dr. Stephen R. Covey
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to the SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH boys basketball team! They are the River City Champions! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
February is Black History Month and PCSSD is proud to have many Black leaders across the District. Today we highlight the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, Shawn Burgess.
"Good, better, best. Never let it rest. 'Til your good is better and your better is best." St. Jerome
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Today is the Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony. We are proud of our Team USA athletes!
February is Black History Month and PCSSD is proud to have many Black leaders across the District. Today we highlight the Mills University Studies High Principal, Duane Clayton.
"You can't lead the people if you don't love the people. You can't save the people if you don't serve the people." Cornel West
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The Central Arkansas Library System Rides to Reads program is making some changes so that it is more accessible for patrons by expanding their capacity to distribute Rock Region METRO bus passes to regularly include 5 library branches.
For more information visit https://cals.org/rides-to-reads-program
OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY Life Skills students learned about famous African American inventor, George Crum who invented potato chips. Students had a potato chip tasting with 4 different flavors & say they are very thankful for Crum & his invention! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
FCCLA students worked with Life Skills students at SYLVAN HILLS HIGH on a fun Valentine's Day project. The FCCLA students prepared everything for Life Skills students to decorate cookies! Looks like it was a delicious activity for all! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to the JOE T. ROBINSON basketball team - they have a team semester grade point average of 3.1. They are working hard on and off the court! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
February is Black History Month and PCSSD is proud to have many Black leaders across the District. Today we highlight the Mills Middle Principal, Dr. Lisa Watson.
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can change the world." Nelson Mandela
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Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day. How will you be kind to someone?
February is Black History Month and PCSSD is proud to have many Black leaders across the District. Today we highlight the DRIVEN Virtual Academy Administrator, Leslie Ireland.
"Each day you are leading by example. Whether you realize it or not or whether it's positive or negative, you are influencing those around you." Rob Liano
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Students at the CENTER OF INNOVATION recently celebrated their positive behavior by creating edible snowmen. The students enjoyed using marshmallows and candy to be creative. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
As part of the National Letter of Intent Day, 16 PCSSD football players pledged their intent as part of National Signing Day events.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/658385
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February is Black History Month and PCSSD is proud to have many Black leaders across the District. Today we highlight the Deputy Superintendent, Dr. Alesia Smith.
"I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change, I am changing the things I cannot accept." Angela Y. Davis
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to our PCSSD students who will participate in the All-State Music Conference in Hot Springs this week. 16 students from MAUMELLE, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES, ROBINSON and SYLVAN HILLS high schools will participate in Orchestra, Band, Jazz Band and Choir events. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD offers a 100% virtual option for K-12 students called DRIVEN Virtual Academy. DVA provides flexibility in coursework with self-paced options and mentoring programs. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
A class at WILLIAM JEFFERSON CLINTON ELEMENTARY is being featured by the Arkansas Department of Education in a new video for other teachers from across the state! Way to go Ms. Alexander and students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
