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
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Luther Allison was famous singer/songwriter and guitarist from Widener, Arkansas. His skills on a guitar had him known as the "Jimi Hendrix of Blues Guitar." #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
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
Students in Ms. Henley's Family & Parenting classes at SYLVAN HILLS HIGH wrapped up their Preschool Unit by playing outdoor games, participating in Show and Tell, and reading children's books. What a fun way to end a unit and bring out the kid in all of us. #pcssdproud #serveall
If you're in the Robinson area, be sure to check out the new signs hanging in the halls at ROBINSON ELEMENTARY. Special thanks to their PTO team for taking on this task and getting them hung. We love seeing our parent groups so involved in schools! #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we're celebrating Black artists with an Arkansas connection. Big Bill Broonzy was an American blues singer, songwriter, & guitarist born in Jefferson County. He played country music in the 1920s before shifting to more urban-blues. #pcssproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Louis Jordan, born in Brinkley, was an American saxophonist and band leader. Jordan was known as the "King of the Jukebox". #pcssdproud #serveall
It's game day! For all those football fans (and Taylor Swift fans, too) - today is the big game. Who are you choosing: the Kansas City Chiefs or the San Francisco 49ers?
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Millions of people around the year will celebrate the Lunar New Year today, kicking off the 15-day Spring Festival. The Lunar New Year marks the first new moon of the lunar calendar. Wishing wealth and prosperity to all those who celebrate this holiday! #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Luenell, famous Actress and Comedian, was born in Tollette. From southwest Arkansas to the big screen, Luenell has appeared in TV and Film over 30 years! #pcssdproud #serveall
As we wrap up National School Counseling Week, it's time to give a shout out to our counselors who work with a variety of students across the District. Thank you for the impact you have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Sister Rosetta Tharpe, born in Cotton Plant, was a singer/songwriter and guitarist. Her musical influence eventually dubbed her the Godmother of Rock n Roll. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Equilla Walker is a visual storyteller from Little Rock. Walker's art tells a story through the use of photos and recycled materials. #pcssdproud #serveall
Congratulations are in order for ROBINSON HIGH senior Elizabeth McGibbony. She was recently selected as a 2023-2024 Arkansas All-State Cheerleader! She is 1 of 6 chosen from central Arkansas and the only one from PCSSD. Congrats, Elizabeth! #pcssdproud #serveall
It's National School Counseling Week and we're recognizing all counselors this week. Let's give a shout out to the counselors in the Sylvan Hills feeder. Thank you for the impact you have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is National Signing Day! Traditionally, this is the first day student-athletes can officially sign a National Letter of Intent (NLI) to commit to an NCAA DI or DII institution. We can't wait to see where our student-athletes will be headed next year! #pcssdproud #serveall
