Orchestra students at MILLS MIDDLE and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH are so excited about the new Wenger storage units! Special thanks to the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra for donating these top-of-the-line cabinets. What an amazing addition to the classroom! #pcssdproud #serveall
Rosh Hashanah, the New Year in Judaism, begins this evening. PCSSD wishes our Jewish community a year of peace, blessings and good health. #pcssdproud #serveall
We wish our hard-working clean up crews a very happy National Custodian Day! Thanks for all you do to keep our schools well-maintained and ready for students. We couldn't do it without you! #pcssdproud #serveall
October is National Principals Month. Today we feature OAKBROOKE's Dr. Truslow. Her top school memory is of a science teacher. "She believed in me & made science interesting & applicable. Because of her influence, I became a science teacher & an educator.” #pcssdproud #serveall
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
Community partners help keep our campuses well-maintained and welcoming to students! Thanks to the ROBINSON MIDDLE parents who jumped in and updated landscaping, and volunteers from Grace United who spruced up the outdoor areas at ROBINSON ELEMENTARY. #pcssdproud #serveall
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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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
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
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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
