REMINDER: @RRMetro (Rock Region Metro) is offering free rides along route 10 & 18 in NLR to get your vaccination through July 31. Just show the operator verification of your vaccination appointment and you'll ride free to/from your appointment. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission announces 2021 Dream Keepers HBCU College Tour in partnership with Rock Region Metro. The tour will take students ages 16 and older to visit college campuses in a single trip. http://ow.ly/UyPQ50Fx2bq #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Internet and social media safety is very important for students and families. This summer, we want to provide some resources from @ArkansasEd to learn about safe web surfing.
http://ow.ly/uh9i50F0s87
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PBS Kids is offering some fun ideas for families to cool off AND learn during these hot summer days. Teach children about water flow and how to build a dam with these tips: http://ow.ly/o6cj50Fv2Nz
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Did you know there are less 170 days left in the year?! Check out the countdown to these popular holidays. Which one are you looking forward to most? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Did you know the date on the calendar emoji is July 17? That makes today World Emoji Day!
Congratulations to SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE teacher Shanon Hum on being selected as one of the 12 regional finalists for the 2022 Arkansas Teacher of the Year!! We are so proud of you and thankful for all that you do for SHMS and PCSSD! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to Susan Whatley, counselor at SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY, on her recognition as the Arkansas Counselor of the Year! She was recognized along with other state winners at the ASCA conference in Las Vegas this week. Way to go, Susan! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
REMINDER: PCSSD is offering weekly boxes of 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches for Pulaski County children at 7 PCSSD school locations. This week (week 1), nearly 2300 meals were served to Pulaski County children!! Details: http://ow.ly/tznL50F2mG1
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Summer is a great time to be outdoors. One way to have some outside fun is to decorate rocks. Have children collect rocks and decorate them with paint, stockers, glitter, and other art supplies.
http://ow.ly/uUGm50F0s5n
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Kids often fall victim to the summer slide, but we want to offer some tips to prevent the slide. Encourage kids to conduct internet research on everyday topics, while keeping their digital citizenship & footprint in mind.
https://www.schoology.com/blog/6-tips-avoiding-summer-slide
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MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH and MILLS MIDDLE orchestra director, Gabriel Bruce, has been announced as the new director and conductor of the Arkansas Symphony Youth Orchestra.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/492617?org=pcssd
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Have you ever wanted to learn more about our city? The Central Arkansas Library System is hosting Little Rock Tales virtually on July 14. Learn more and tune in on Facebook:
https://cals.org/event/little-rock-tales/2021-07-14/
The SYLVAN HILLS HIGH Studies in African American Culture Club (SAACC) recently had a summer fun day with the mentorship group, Mossi. SAACC has leadership training this month and a Back-2-School Kick Off Party in August.
http://ow.ly/gEPq50FsSzj
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Internet and social media safety is very important for students and families. This summer, we want to provide some resources from @ArkansasEd to teach children that chatting with strangers online can be devastating.
http://ow.ly/GGir50F0rTO
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD is looking for bus drivers. Applicants must be a minimum of 21 years old and hold a valid commercial driver's license. Applications are available online at pcssd.org or in person at 3924 Neely Road in Little Rock.
https://pcssd.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=2314
Pulaski County Youth Services is gearing up for another Skills and Drills session on Saturday, July 17. Sign up: http://ow.ly/TCCa50Fs7Xd
Have you been watching the new Arkansas PBS and Arkansas Department of Education "Rise and Shine" programming on PBS Kid? The programming provides engaging lessons for K-5 on your TV!
Grades K-2 - 8 a.m.
Grades 3-5 - 9:45 a.m.
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REMINDER: ESS Michigan (Will Sub) will host its a summer sub training on Monday, July 12. Choose from a morning or afternoon session. This is only if you missed the June training. Apply at ess.com prior to the meeting
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Summer is a great time to be outdoors. One way to have some outside fun is to go fishing. There are a number of programs and places to cast and practice during the summer months.
http://ow.ly/K5ZA50F0rRv
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