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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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
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
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
AVID 6th graders from SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE teamed up with CATO 5th graders for a fun and inspiring activity! Together, they created Bill of Rights one-pagers, bringing history to life in a creative way. We love to see the teamwork and enthusiasm for Civics. #pcssdproud #serveall
We're coming down to the end of the regular season - every game counts! Good luck to ROBINSON, SYLVAN HILLS, MAUMELLE and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH all on the road tonight. Catch the action on our livestream: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall
Celebrated in Mexico, Día de los Muertos has roots in both ancient Aztec customs and All Souls' Day introduced by the Spanish in the 1500s. This holiday centers on families gathering to pay respect to friends and family who have died. #pcssdproud #serveall
🎃Happy Halloween!🎃 If your family celebrates, share what your student will dress up as this year! #pcssdproud #serveall
Even our youngest students enjoy Fine Arts Programs across the district. PINE FOREST music teacher Ms. Hager hopes to share the joy of performing. “Seeing my students perform and the smiles that acknowledge the thrill in their soul is priceless to me.” #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Campbell of ROBISON MIDDLE shares an inspiring milestone, "I'm proud to be the first person in my family to earn a college degree!" #pcssdproud #serveall
MAUMELLE MIDDLE Spanish students learned about la familia! They made family trees in Spanish, and answered questions like:
🌟What are families like in Hispanic society?
🌟What are important aspects of family life?
🌟What challenges do families face?
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HARRIS's Ms. Bailey shares a basketball memory. "I received MVP at our sports banquet. I was not the best player, and I remember Coach Dority saying, 'Tracy gives 100%. It doesn't matter if you win or lose, it's how you play.' I was inspired to give my all! #pcssdproud #serveall
It's beginning to look a lot like Halloween around PCSSD! Our school communities are having plenty of 🍬sweet🍭 October fun with Trunk-or-Treats, Fall Fests and Dress Up Days! #pcssdproud #serveall
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MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH’s Mr. Patterson had a memorable experience in college.“I was working as a sub & the principal of the school came by to see me. She told me that if education wasn't my major it should be, that was the moment my path changed.” #pcssdproud #serveall
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Did you know dyslexia affects about 1 in 5 students, making it the most commonly diagnosed learning disability? Learn more about dyslexia here: https://trst.in/SJ6qlP
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PCSSD schools had a great night at the Region 1 Marching Band Assessment last week!
🎶 MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES Excellent Rating
🎺 SYLVAN HILLS Superior Rating
🥁 ROBINSON Superior Rating
🎼 MAUMELLE Superior Rating
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