October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Over 2,500 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in Arkansas each year. But early detection is key to successful outcomes. Learn more: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month/
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It's National Principals Month! Every day in October, we will be featuring a PCSSD principal. Check back throughout the month, your principal will share one of their top school memories! #pcssdproud #serveall
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. The CDC encourages families to model healthy lifestyles by establishing sleep routines, developing health eating habits, and moving more as a family. #pcssdproud #serveall
During High School Voter Registration Week, Pulaski County Government hosted a voter registration drive at each PCSSD high school. More than 100 Seniors (who will be 18 by Nov. 5) registered. Thanks to our Teen Court students for helping with the drive! #pcssdproud #serveall
OAKBROOKE 5th graders enjoyed a 5-day STEM program with STARBASE AR. The students had a great week and we are thankful to Director of STEM, Dr. Luttrell, and Superintendent, Dr. McNulty for visiting and celebrating our STEM-tastic students! 🚀
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Check out our Academies in Action! MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH Freshman Seminar students experienced the Be Pro Be Proud mobile simulation workshop, and MAUMELLE HIGH students visited Wilson Water Treatment Facility to learn how water is treated. #pcssdproud #serveall
You know it's fall when apple lessons are in full bloom.
🍎 OAK GROVE Pre-K used their senses to make apple spice play dough.
🍎 CHENAL Kindergarteners explored apples as they studied the letter A, graphed their favorite variety and made applesauce! #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is the International Day of the Deaf. This year's theme from the World Federation of the Deaf is: Sign up for sign language rights! The organization encourages all people to learn sign language. #pcssdproud #serveall
September is Attendance Awareness Month. Attendance matters for even our youngest learners. Chronically absent Kindergarten students are at risk for falling behind in reading proficiency by 3rd grade. Learn more here: https://trst.in/Q1o4MF #pcssdproud #serveall
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Learn more about how to compassionately support a friend who is experiencing suicidal thoughts: https://trst.in/Zan8Fk #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD high school students are back as active participants in our monthly school board meetings. Earlier this month, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH senior Chance Bradford represented the student body at the September Board of Education meeting. #pcssdproud #serveall
After a week off, all of our high schools are back in action tonight. SYLVAN HILLS, MAUMELLE and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES are on the road, while ROBINSON HIGH is at home. Bring a rain jacket and don't forget, you can livestream games here: https://trst.in/BAlcPJ.#pcssdproud #serveall
As summer fades into fall, students from WILLIAM JEFFERSON CLINTON ELEMENTARY enjoyed another amazing metamorphosis. Students watched a caterpillar turn into a chrysalis and then butterfly, and studied vocabulary words related to the metamorphosis. 🐛🦋 #pcssdproud #serveall
Last week, the MAUMELLE MIDDLE Choir hosted an after-school relationship-building event. Community partners supplied prizes for every student & plenty of food. This collaborative event will set the stage for a harmonious year performing together. #pcssdproud #serveall
Chartwells’ Discovery Kitchen had a very special guest, Chef Jennifer Maune! Chef Jennifer, a runner-up on MasterChef, teamed with Chartwells Chef Sarah to educate CHENAL ELEMENTARY students on the importance of giving your body the proper fuel. #pcssdproud #serveall
MILLS MIDDLE 6th graders enjoyed STEM-powered fun by making their own lava lamps. 🌋 What a *far out* way to take a deep dive into convection current. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy HR Professional Appreciation Day to our Human Relations staff! HR pros do so much to support the PCSSD team. We are thankful for all you do for the employees of PCSSD. You truly are a pro! #pcssdproud #serveall
While learning conflict resolution & stress management, ROBINSON HIGH students tried relaxation techniques for when they feel stressed, anxious, or angry. The students decided to sit on the floor, color and enjoy each other’s company. #pcssdproud #serveall
Fourth grade Trek students from OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY created time machines for an “egg-stranaut” to travel in time at the speed of being thrown across the room without cracking. This is one of the activities in the unit on time travel. Egg-cellent fun! #pcssdproud #serveall
Several PCSSD schools celebrated Arkansas Peace Week with dress up days, art, class lessons, acts of kindness and more. This year's theme was "Make Peace Our Natural State." Check out pictures from the various peace week activities: https://trst.in/51PzqA
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