Students & staff at Daisy Bates Elementary, Mills Middle and Mills University Studies High School will pivot to virtual learning today. There was a water main break this morning and these buildings do not have any water. We will provide an update on the water status later today.
Students in Ms. Gilmore's class at OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY really got creative with their diorama assignment. In addition to their displays, each student had a writing component as well. Great job! #pcssdrpoud #equityandexcellence
UPDATE on water main break: there are still concerns about water pressure and sanitizing in the affected areas. Daisy Bates, Mills Middle & Mills University Studies High will be virtual for students and staff on Tuesday, March 30. District offices on Dixon Rd. are also virtual.
Dr. Mary Good was the founding Dean of the UA Little Rock College of Engineering & IT. She served in various roles under Presidents Carter, Reagan, Bush & Clinton. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2015. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Students at OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY were challenged to improve their test scores from the first NWEA Map Interim to the second. Students who improved earned a popcorn party. 93 traditional students and 38 virtual students earned the reward! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a gospel and secular music superstar. Her electric gospel music influenced stars like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Little Richard. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2021. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Daisy Gatson Bates was a civil rights leader. She was a publisher and former president of the AR NAACP. She's best known for involvement with the Little Rock Nine. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2015. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, remember your why. Remember why you decided to become an educator and the opportunity you have to shape our future. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Happy Passover!
March is Music in Schools Month. Each Saturday in March we are recognizing music teachers across PCSSD. Today we say a big thank you to our Sylvan Hills feeder music experts! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Cynthia Conger founded Arkansas Financial Group, Financial Decisions, & Conger Wealth Mgmt. She was named one of the "50 Distinguished Women in Wealth Management." She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2021. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, care for each other. Teachers have been through a lot and having a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen is important. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Patti Upton founded Aromatique, launching the decorative fragrance industry, including candles. In 2016, Upton was inducted into the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2016. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, consider how you can implement social and emotional learning into your life. These skills influence how we think, see ourselves, and interact with others. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra's Peter and the Wolf (narrated by SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE choir director Ms. Gordon) and Spring from Vivaldi will be available to stream April 1 at 10 a.m. through April 30. The concert is free, but registration is required at: https://www.arkansassymphony.org/education-community/childrens-concerts
Mary Ann Ritter Arnold was elected first female mayor of Marked Tree in 2013. In 1975, she was the president of E. Ritter & Co. in Marked Tree. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2015. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, if you're feeling burnt out, it may help to talk with someone. Talking with someone can help you feel seen,cared for, and less alone. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, claim your time. You often work long hours, well past the usual school day. Take this time to do something for you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Charlotte Tillar Schexnayder was a former member of the Arkansas House of Representatives and was the first female president of the National Newspaper Association. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2019. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH 11th grader Katelyn Doyne for being the 2021 Arkansas Poetry Out Loud State Champion. With this win, Katelyn advances to the National Semifinals Competition on May 2.
https://mills.pcssd.org/article/422451?org=wilbur-d-mills-hs
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