Happy Presidents' Day! Fun Fact: until 1968 when congress declared it the third Monday of February, Presidents' Day fell on Feb 22 which is George Washington's birthday. It now falls between Lincoln and Washington's birthday every year. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Chester Arthur "Howlin' Wolf" Burnett was a blues musician that lived in Mississippi County. As a Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame member, he was a delta blues icon. #pcssdproud #serveall
February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Take time to encourage healthy dental hygiene habits among our children so we can see their beautiful smiles always! #pcssdproud #serveall
Random Acts of Kindness Day, like every day, is a great time to be mindful and intentional with our words, actions, and expressions towards others. How will you pay it forward today? #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Crystal C. Mercer is an artist of many forms from Little Rock. Mercer is a designer, textile artist, actor, activist, poet, songwriter, author and more. #pcssdproud #serveall
Mr. Johnson's AP Chemistry students at SYLVAN HILLS HIGH were tasked with determining the change in energy that occurs within chemical reactions. Ultimately, students illustrated the process as an energy diagram. What a creative way to use the lab tables! #pcssdproud #serveall
During the school year, PCSSD high schools have the opportunity to have 2 students represent the student body at the monthly Board meetings. Sophomore Brandon Holt represented MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH at this month's meeting (2/13). Way to go, Brandon! #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Gretha Boston is an actress and singer from Crossett, Arkansas. Boston has performed at Carnegie Hall, Broadway and is a Tony award winner. #pcssdproud #serveall
The internet and phone lines are currently down at Maumelle Middle and Maumelle High. It is not likely it will be restored today due to cut fiber in the area. Students are continuing the day with a normal class schedule. We appreciate your patience during this outage.
Pulaski county's sheriff department is on the scene and reports that the threat is minimal currently at MUSHS. Students will resume classes and proceed with lunch. However, we ask that no one come up to the school until we have the 100% all clear from PCSO.
Mills University Studies High is currently on lockdown due to a threat found on social media. Students and staff are in their safe designated areas. no one is allowed to come up to the building at this time. We are working with Pulaski County Sheriff's Department.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation today. Pulaski County Sheriff Department has cleared the school for any threat at this time. Students have resumed to the regular bell schedule. Dismissal will occur at normal time.
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Barbara Hendricks, born in Stephens, Arkansas, is a soprano opera and concert singer. Hendricks has performed in major opera house across the world. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! SROs are carefully selected, specifically trained, sworn law enforcement officers who work with schools. We are thankful for our SRO partnerships that aim to ensure safety of students and staff. #pcssdproud #serveall
AVID students from MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH volunteered at the annual UCP Gala fundraiser earlier this month. During the event, UCP announced its partnership with MUSHS as part of the Academies of Central Arkansas. Way to represent MUSHS and PCSSD! #pcsspdroud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Howard Sims, from Fort Smith, was a tap dancer. Sims created unique sounds during performing by using sand on his sandbox, earning him the nickname "Sandman." #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Valentine's Day from PCSSD! Did you know that colored roses have different meanings? A red rose traditionally symbolized love, other colors like deep pink, purple or white symbolize happiness, royalty and sympathy respectively. Which color do you give? #pcssdproud #serveall
Shout out to LANDMARK ELEMENTARY - their school won the staff AVID challenge last month. Staff at all PCSSD schools participated in the challenge (wear a college or AVID shirt) on January 24. LANDMARK had 93% of their staff show up in AVID gear that day! #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is Mardi Gras which means "Fat Tuesday" in French. As the final day of the carnival season, Mardi Gras typically involves consuming rich foods in preparation for the fasting season of Lent. It is also a celebration of the rich, diverse French culture. #pcssdproud #serveall
DAISY BATES ELEMENTARY kindergarteners hosted an ABC Fashion Show last week. Each student was assigned a letter and then decorated their "vest" with different words, pictures or symbols that matched their letter. The fashion was spectacular! #pcssdproud #serveall
