Students in Mr. Lehman's journalism class at MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH learned about the role of a journalist in informing the public and classified stories as "Need to Know" or "Nice to Know" and had conversations about each. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline wants you to #BeThe1To be there for someone and listen to them.
Robotics students at MILLS MIDDLE are learning coding basics before moving on to building robots. Teacher, Mr. Williams, is looking forward to forming the school's robotics competition team for the year and seeing what all they can accomplish! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Students from SYLVAN HILLS HIGH took part in a special moment for a young man who is battling leukemia. The teens came together to create a cheering section as the young man arrived at Best Buy or a shopping spree!
https://www.pcssd.org/article/527173
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September is Deaf Awareness Month. Did you know that PCSSD has an audiologist and certified hearing specialist on staff to provide services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students? We are thankful for their knowledge and service to PCSSD students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is Rosh Hashanah - the Jewish New Year. Dipping apples in honey for Rosh Hashanah symbolizes bringing in a sweet new year.
Today is National Read a Book Day. Let's take advantage of our day off and spend some time reading a good book. What are you reading today?
Happy Labor Day! As a reminder, all schools and District offices are closed today. See you Tuesday morning!
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September is Attendance Awareness Month. Research shows children more regularly attend classes when they know a parent, teacher, friend, or community member is keeping tabs on their attendance. #schooleveryday #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. The CDC reports that nearly 1 in 5 U.S. children are obese. We recognize this month to bring awareness and provide some potential solutions to get kids eating healthy and physically active.
Pulaski County Youth Services is aiming to address mental health challenges in families and educators in central Arkansas.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/527216
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Teachers at CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY took their theme and ran with it! "Unleash Your Superhero" can be seen throughout the school as teachers and staff encourage students to be superheroes every day. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Week 2 of high school football kicks off in just a few hours! All games start at 7 pm. Special note: MAUMELLE vs. ROBINSON was supposed to be at Maumelle High but due to turf replacement, the game will be played at Robinson. Good luck PCSSD! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Just a reminder: PCSSD will be closed on Monday, September 6 in honor of Labor Day. Schools and district offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 7. Enjoy the extended weekend!
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September is Better Breakfast Month and we are highlighting our student nutrition department and their dedication to providing nutritionally balanced meals, both breakfast and lunch, to all PCSSD students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today we celebrate Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day). On this day in 1945, the formal surrender documents were signed by Japan aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. Parades filled streets across the country to mark the day to end of World War II.
OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY 2nd graders practice their math skills in 3D. What a fun way to apply and visualize math concepts. Great work students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
6th grade AVID students at SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE are learning a valuable lesson in honor and respect of the American flag by learning how to properly fold it. Shout out to Mr. Watson for working with these students to take down the flag each day. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Superintendent, Dr. Charles McNulty, spoke with parents from JOE T. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY at their monthly PTO meeting on Monday. Those in attendance got a preview of some exciting things coming to PCSSD! Stay tuned for details - coming soon. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre will host auditions for its upcoming Christmas performance of ”A Charlie Brown Christmas”. Auditions will be September 7th and 8th (you only attend one) at The Rep Theatre. Learn more and sign up online: http://ow.ly/1ZcO50G1HxU
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