REMINDER! This week's meal box pick up will be Wednesday, July 3. The District will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Both pick up locations MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH and CATO ELEMENTARY will be open 7am-11am (while supplies last). https://trst.in/7OOdg5
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Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this fun tip from Staisey Hodge of OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY: "Visit the local library for storytime and discover new books. Then explore the other items you and the family can check out—like fishing poles, tools or telescopes!" #pcssdproud #serveall
In honor of International Joke Day we give you this silly school joke:
Q: Why was the math book so sad?
🥁 Drum roll...
A: It had too many problems.
🤣 Now, it's your turn. Give us your best joke in the comments! 🤣
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Summer time means family road trips! If you're looking for ways to keep your kids entertained while traveling, check out these tips from Arkansas PBS. Download their app and enjoy these family-friend activities to keep the kids busy: https://trst.in/IGCZhi? #pcssdproud #serveall
Last weekend, dozens of high school student-athletes showcased their talents in the 2024 AAA All-Star Game. PCSSD was well represented with athletes competing in 4 different sports. Congratulations to all of the all-stars on a job well done! #pcssdproud #serveall
June is Great Outdoors Month! Every week, we'll share a fun outdoor activity. This week: picnicking! What is your favorite park to enjoy a picnic? We’re big fans of the inclusive playground within Two Rivers Park! #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD is excited to partner with UA Little Rock to create an easier path for students to apply for college. The direct admissions agreement will simplify the college admissions process for seniors. Check out the details: https://ualr.edu/news/2024/06/17/direct-admissions/
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COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY students are taking their summer reading challenge to the next level! We're seeing students show off their favorite books and reading nooks! Here's a peek of some of their star readers so far this summer. #pcssdproud #serveall
FAFSA forms must be submitted by June 30 (11:59 pm). Any student who wants to be considered for a state, school or federal financial aid program should apply, regardless of income. Access the FAFSA application here: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. #pcssdproud #serveall
We love seeing our young scholars engage with our high school student-athletes and coaches over the summer. SYLVAN HILLS recently hosted youth football and wrestling camps - with more than 150 campers at in the football camp. Wow! Great work everyone! #pcssdproud #serveall
We're less than two months away from opening the doors to our school based health clinic. Along with our partners at Mainline Health, we cannot wait to bring a variety of healthcare services to PCSSD students and staff. https://www.pcssd.org/article/1608188 #pcssdproud #serveall
Commemorated every June, Pride Month honors the history and work for equality and basic human rights. “We should indeed keep calm in the face of difference, and live our lives in a state of inclusion and wonder at the diversity of humanity.” — George Takei
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Our educators empower student achievements beyond campus and the school year. Congratulations to all of our students who scored 30+ on the ACT! It's a prestigious club and we're proud of all the hard work this accomplishment represents. #pcssdproud #serveall
All PCSSD athletic facilities, including school tracks, will be closed June 23 - July 6 for the required "dead period" under AAA rules. Practices for student athletes will resume after July 6 and tracks will reopen for public use at that time as well. #pcssdproud #serveall
According to the Arkansas Food Bank, 1 in 5 kids in AR are at risk for going hungry. During National Hunger Awareness Month, we want to remind you that PCSSD offers multi-day meal boxes for families with kids ages 2-18. Learn more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/1618697
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June is Great Outdoors Month! Every week, we'll share a fun outdoor activity. This week: swimming! Families can take a day trip to nearby Hot Springs. All ages can splash in the kid-friendly Bull Bayou swimming hole. #pcssdproud #serveall
Nearly 250 PCSSD educators and administrators (and board member, Tina Ward!) attended the annual AVID Summer Institute last week. Our team learned about producing a learning environment where all students are equipped to tackle complex issues, problems, and information. More pics: https://trst.in/69JnFK
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Happy First Day of Summer! Grab your sunglasses, because today the Northern Hemisphere will receive the most sunlight of any day of the year. #pcssdproud #serveall
Mrs. Keesee from MAUMELLE HIGH is participating in the STRIVE program this summer. This externship program is offered to teachers to work in STEM industries. The goal is to build community and experience real world jobs to aid in creating lesson plans that tie workforce skills with content. Ms. Keessee said she's excited to connect her work the Academies of Central Arkansas and CTE department chair at Maumelle High. #pcssdproud #serveall
MILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL is hosting an AVID Excel Summer Bridge and Transition Camp for rising 6th graders. More than 50 scholars engaged in enrichment and community building activities. The goal is to help these students successfully transition to middle school. #pcssdproud #serveall
