Pulaski County Special School District

Happy Labor Day! Schools and offices are closed in observance of the holiday. Thank you to our staff for all of their hard work getting the school year off to a great start! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

🌟 Celebrating Leadership at Daisy Bates Elementary! 🌟The Legacy Leaders of Daisy Bates Elementary shone at the Martin Luther King Jr. Commissioners Conference at Shorter College — bringing home the Excellence in Student Leadership and Service Award! 🏆✨

🐅Principal Masako Christian shared, “At Pulaski County Special School District, we do our best every day to elevate the excellence of our scholars and our staff.”🐯

Fifth‑graders Ellen and Isabella inspired the crowd with a tribute to their school’s namesake: “We are honored to represent an amazing school named after an amazing lady, Daisy Gatson Bates… a trailblazer, a civil rights activist, a journalist, and publisher. More importantly, she is known for her role in education as a mentor." 💚🧡

Moments like these remind us why we’re #PCSSDproud
#StudentSuccess #ServeAll

You might be what the next generation of PCSSD students need! Are you certified in secondary math or Spanish? Those are just a few of the open positions available at pcssd.org/page/human-resources. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

📣 PCSSD students ages 14–18 — are you ready to earn money 💵, gain real-world experience 💼, and build your resume 📄? Attend the Youth Employment Program Open House with our friends at Pulaski County Youth Services to learn how you can get involved and even get approved on-site!

📅 Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | 🕠 5:30-7:00 PM
📍 Pulaski County Administrative Building 4th floor
201 South Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
📞 Questions? Call 501.340.8250

🔍 Program Details
🗓️ Dates: September 8 – November 14, 2025
⏱️ 10 weeks | 16 hours/week 💰 $13/hour
⚖️ Income-based eligibility — Funded by TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)

📌 What to Bring:
👩‍🎓 Students:
-Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, school ID, etc.)
-Signed Social Security card
-U.S. birth certificate
-Non-U.S. citizens: permanent resident card or work authorization
👨‍👩‍👧 Parents/Guardians:
-Recent check stub or 2024 W-2 OR proof of public assistance (SNAP, TEA, Work Pays, Medicaid, SSI)

If not receiving assistance: documentation of household size, SSN cards for all household members, and proof of household income

❓ Not sure what to bring? Call us at 501.340.8250 — we’re happy to help!

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future, gain valuable skills, and get paid while you learn!

Don't miss out on the benefits: families can apply online for the meal assistance program operated by PCSSD or pick up a paper application at your local school. Learn more at https://www.pcssd.org/o/pcssd/page/free-and-reduced-lunch.

All schools will receive free breakfast, and 19 schools will receive free lunch in the 2025-2026 school year. Families from Robinson High, Robinson Middle, Chenal Elementary, Baker Elementary, Maumelle High, and Sylvan Hills High are encouraged to apply for meal assistance. #PCSSDproud # ServeAll

Still looking for a Pre-K location in Pulaski County? PCSSD is currently accepting Pre-K applications for College Station/Harris, Daisy Bates, Landmark, Lawson, Cato, Sherwood, and William J. Clinton! Learn more at https://www.pcssd.org/page/pre-k-information. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

We loved seeing your college and career shirts last week! Don't forget that it's AVID Wednesday again tomorrow for all PCSSD students and staff. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Be sure you're following the District AND our schools on social media because we love sharing stories about our students, staff, and community! Let us know if you'd like to opt out of media consent for your student at pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Learn how to find all important dates for the school year and review the bell schedule for your student's campus at pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. Each school's webpage also has quick links to their individual calendars and bell schedules! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Looking for extended care? PCSSD is continuing its partnership with Right at School to offer an after care program this year. The program offers after care options for students at Baker, Cato, Chenal, Crystal Hill, Oakbrooke, Pine Forest, Robinson, Sherwood, Sylvan Hills and William Jefferson Clinton. Learn more at pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

This year, all PCSSD schools will receive free breakfast and 19 schools will receive free lunch! Visit pcssd.org/page/back-to-school to learn more about applying for free lunches, using EZ School Pay, and finding daily menus on Nutrislice. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Open House events are happening across the District all week! Check out the full schedule at https://www.pcssd.org/article/2313171. We can't wait to welcome you back on campus. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Find your student's bus route and pickup time plus other helpful tips on our Back-to-School Guide! https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Don't forget, August 25 is the deadline for families to apply for the Summer EBT program! More details at https://www.pcssd.org/article/2195105. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Are you ready for the Arkansas sales tax holiday this weekend? Review the District's dress code policies and find your school's supply list at https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Learn more about all tax-exempt items at https://trst.in/6OqHBQ.

Congratulations to all of our rising seniors and recent graduates who have been recognized as 2025 AP Scholars by College Board! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

AP Scholar
Granted to students who receive scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams

AP Scholar with Honor
Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams

AP Scholar with Distinction
Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams

PCSSD provides Chromebooks to all of our students to enhance their instructional journey. To avoid unwanted extra costs, we offer Chromebook insurance for just $25. The deadline to sign up is October 3, 2025. See more tips at https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school #PCSSDproud #ServeAll