Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty explains the approach to updating the grading policy for students in PCSSD. Students and parents, watch the video to hear more about the reason for the change. https://youtu.be/tFiIWVNTTy4
We're so thankful for all our volunteers at PCSSD! Unfortunately we are unable to host our annual volunteer banquet this year. But we are still so appreciative for every hour dedicated to helping our students grow! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Reminder! There is no school this Friday. Teachers have a professional development day.
Friday, April 17th will be a District-Wide Professional Development Day for all teachers and staff! FriEdTechnology is partnering with PCSSD to deliver quality virtual sessions that align with our district goals and facilitate support for current online teaching and learning.
Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty provides an update on the AMI instructional calendar for the remainder of the year. Pay attention the dates - there are differences for seniors and K-11 students. https://youtu.be/Oacm5U-vBJQ #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Don't forget this week's virtual spirit week activities! Show your school spirit and wear your school colors. Tag us so we can repost your picture. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Arkansas Activities Association extended the "COVID-19 Dead Period" for all AAA member schools through May 30, 2020. This means that all teams are not allowed to practice, lift weights together, play games, or travel to competition. Athletic facilities are also closed. Spring sports competition remains suspended.
This is National Assistant Principals Week. Thank you to Crystal Hill Elementary Assistant Principal Lisa Smith. Ms. Smith has 2 adult children. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, scrapbooking, and visiting zoos. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
This is National Assistant Principals Week. Thank you to Crystal Hill Elementary Assistant Principal Liz Blake. Mrs. Blake has 3 children, 11 grandchildren, and 1 dog. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, vacationing with her grandkids and My Lifetime Movie and Netflix binge watching. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
As we continue to adjust to the alternative method of instruction (AMI) days, PCSSD will run new schedules starting Monday, April 6. Every school's suggested schedule for student expectations can be found online: http://ow.ly/5rli50z5V1S
Students at LAWSON ELEMENTARY got a special hello from one of the school employees. Ms. Haynes was part of the volunteer team passing out lunches. She sat in her car and waved at students as they picked up meals. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
How's this for a random act of kindness? SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE principal, Mr. Hudgeons, mowed a neighbor's yard (front and back) since she was unable to do so herself. Thanks, Mr. Hudgeons for setting such a great example of being a good neighbor! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Students who live near MAUMELLE MIDDLE principal, Mr. Burgess, left him a message on his driveway. The next day, Mr. Burgess responded with a message back to his students. How sweet! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY pre-k teacher Mrs. Browning sent in this picture of a sweet student set up for his daily phonics lesson. We love seeing the innovate ways that teachers, parents and students are adapting to AMI instruction.
Students from Mrs. McClure's 5th grade class at OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY had fun during an AMI Google Hangout earlier today (Monday). We're so proud of how are teachers and students are adapting to this modified way of instruction.
Don't forget, AETN (Arkansas PBS) is providing in-home learning & activities w/ PBS KIDS educational programming starting today. Sign up for educational support: http://ow.ly/aNsN50yUEIe & check out more online resources: http://ow.ly/tQeY50yUEQU #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
This is the current list of locations where grab-and-go meals will be provided during the week of spring break (March 23-March 27). Thank you to World Central Kitchen, Clinton Presidential Center and the City of Little Rock, AR for the joint efforts in feeding our children.
Governor Hutchinson just announced that all schools K-12 in Arkansas will remain closed until April 17. We will update AMI plans, nutrition availability and more as soon as possible.
Happy First Day of Spring!
March is Women's History Month. Prior to Hillary Rodham Clinton's time as First Lady of the United States, Secretary of State and New York Senator, she co-founded Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families. Clinton was inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2015.
