CATO students are falling for art! 3rd grade students were studying perspective and worked on pieces based on Van Gogh’s House in the Woods. The polka dot pumpkins are based on the work of Japanese artist Yayio Kusama and were created by 4th graders. #pcssdproud #serveall
Out of 1000s of entries, 7 PCSSD students were named as finalists in the Arkansas Peace Week Youth Art Contest. They showed creativity and, more importantly, have contributed to the critical work of peacemaking. See all the finalist: https://trst.in/cpqfSi #pcssdproud #serveall
Last weekend, the District's ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) department hosted its inaugural multilingual fair at MAUMELLE HIGH. ESOL students and their families from all PCSSD schools enjoyed the festivities. We can't wait for next year! #pcssdproud #serveall
MAUMELLE MIDDLE art classes are making paper! Using recycled paper and a bit of construction paper, students experimented with different sizes & colors. Each student found their role using the blender, pressing the paper or organizing the drying paper. #pcssdproud #serveall
It's the final game of the regular season! We've got an in-district matchup between ROBINSON and MAUMELLE tonight, while SYLVAN HILLS and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES each defend home field tomorrow. Let's finish strong! Watch the games: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall
More than 130 novice teachers gathered on October 19 for a fall training. These novice teachers left with an enhanced knowledge in educational platforms across the District and ADE. Special guest speakers included Pearce Peacock and Capri Salaam from ADE. #pcssdproud #serveall
The SYLVAN HILLS HIGH Business Academy hosted a tailgate party before their football game last week. All students in the Business Academy were invited to come enjoy a bite and play some games with their classmates and teachers. What a fun Academy activity! #pcssdproud #serveall
Congrats to our choir students from MAUMELLE and ROBINSON HIGH who made the National American Choral Directors Association Honor Choir. This is an incredible feat! This year there were over 5,000 students who auditioned to get one of over 1,200 placements. #pcssdproud #serveall
Academy Ambassadors participated in a one-day leadership training in partnership with the LR Regional Chamber of Commerce and UA-Little Rock School of Business. Ambassadors attended sessions, practiced networking skills, & received personalized campus tours. #pcssdproud #serveall
Drawing students from MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES are expanding their skills and their view! Here they are utilizing charcoal for their compositions of the courtyard. #pcssdproud #serveall
MAUMELLE HIGH hosted a Relational Capacity Day, welcoming AVID classes from ROBINSON HIGH, SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR & MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH! Students connected with community partners for networking & hands-on activities to learn what these businesses do. #pcssdproud #serveall
Several ROBINSON HIGH Teen Court students had an opportunity to visit Arkansas Supreme Court Justice Webb inside the Justice Building last week. During their visit, the students conducted a mock trial inside the Civics Education Center! ⚖️ #pcssdproud #serveall
COLLEGE STATION 3rd-5th grade students are working on a mock government project. This timely, real-life simulation brings learning to life through argumentative writing and AVID strategies like becoming a "30-second expert." We spy future public servants! #pcssdproud #serveall
November is National Military Family Appreciation Month, a time to honor the resilience and sacrifices of military families. Thank you for your service and unwavering support! #pcssdproud #serveall
DAISY BATES ELEMENTARY students enjoyed time with family and friends while having some fun at their 2nd Annual Fishing Derby last week! Thanks to many community partners and some awesome volunteers from MILLS MIDDLE, it was a *reel-y* wonderful event! #pcssdproud #serveall
The nation's longest-running drug-use prevention campaign, Red Ribbon Week promotes a safe and healthy lifestyle for students. Our schools went all out with theme days to recognize Red Ribbon Week. Check out the pictures on Facebook: https://trst.in/rF9NbN
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It’s National Scholarship Month and we'll share tips for high school students every Sunday this month. First up: make a goal to apply to 10 scholarships. Get started by exploring the scholarship overview from the AR Dept of Higher Ed: https://trst.in/GWtPuS #pcssdproud #serveall
MAUMELLE HIGH Life Skills students went on their first outing to practice for the Special Olympics bowling tournament. They even had an exciting encounter with WNBA star Brittney Griner during their excursion! #pcssdproud #serveall
Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour when you go to bed tonight. Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. - meaning you "gain" an hour of sleep. There are only two states that don't observe DST: Hawaii and Arizona (with the exception of Navajo Nation). #pcssdproud #serveall
We're kicking off a month-long tribute to the amazing athletic programs in PCSSD. First up, SYLVAN HILLS HIGH girls' basketball coach, Shekinna Stricklen and season goals: "I hope my students gain confidence, discipline, teamwork, resilience & leadership." #pcssdproud #serveall
