Ms. Smith from ROBINSON MIDDLE shared a favorite things from first semester:
"We completed an AVID ugly sweater writing task that represented a college or career path after high school. The sweater had to include at least two reasons for their decision." #psccdproud #serveall
December is Read a New Book Month! We asked our teacher librarians to share a recent book and why they loved it.
Kyra Bell, OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY, read The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy. She loved the lesson that no matter who you are, what you look like, or how you act, your differences are what make you. That's all that matters"
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Happy Kwanzaa! Established in 1966 by Maulana Ron Karenga, Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday that celebrates history, values, family, community and culture. #pcssdproud #serveall
Throughout December, we'll share tips on how important proper nutrition is for all ages.
Tip #4: Nutrition education helps kids comprehend and execute proper portion sizes as they age and maintain healthy eating habits.
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Ms. White from DAISY BATES shared a favorite thing from first semester:
"Our Fall PK Parental Involvement Day was enhanced when J&P Ranch brought small farm animals to observe and pet. Participants also received a pumpkin that was made into a volcano!" #pcssdproud #serveall
We're celebrating holiday traditions across PCSSD. This tradition comes from Audrey Knox, 5th grader at ROBINSON ELEMENTARY: "Every year, I go to Garvan Gardens to look at Christmas lights with my family." #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Thomason's Favorite Thing from LANDMARK, "For those students reaching their 1st quarter AR goal, we had a spooky lunch in the library. We ate spooky food such as 'zombie brains' and 'mummy dogs,' played spooky games, and listened to spooky stories." #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Harris' Favorite Thing from first semester at HARRIS ELEMENTARY: "We do a schoolwide Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. Families are encouraged to create a float, usually made out of balloons, for our own parade." #pcssdproud #serveall
Merry Christmas from PCSSD! #pcssdproud #serveall
We're celebrating holiday traditions across PCSSD. This tradition comes from Norah Patterson, 5th grader at ROBINSON ELEMENTARY: "Me and my family go to church. We go on Christmas Eve night and Christmas morning. We hold candles during the service." #pcssdproud #serveall
We're celebrating holiday traditions across PCSSD. This tradition comes from Ka'Neicia Allen at SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH, "Christmas Eve I go to one of my best friends house for Secret Santa, Dinner, and games with her family." #pcssdproud #serveall
Mr. Martin's Favorite Thing from MAUMELLE MIDDLE during first semester, "We spend a lot of quality time together in my class. We loved our watercolor painting and origami project. We loved working outside, hanging out and growing together! #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Frakes Favorite Thing from SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE, "The students learned how to properly shake another person's hand and how to introduce themselves. They participated in mock interviews where they had to introduce themselves professionally." #pcssdproud #serveall
Stockings are hung by the chimney with care.
Shopping and wrapping are done, not a minute to spare!
Santa will visit houses across the District tonight.
Get to be early, don't cause a fright!
Merry Christmas Eve to all in PCSSD,
We hope you sleep well and get lots of zzzz's!
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We're celebrating holiday traditions across PCSSD. This tradition comes from Melissa Maxson at DVA: "Our family started traveling. We went to Branson 2 years ago and this year, we are going on a CRUISE! We want to build big memories with our kids." #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Ziller from ROBINSON MIDDLE shared a favorite thing from first semester:
"I implemented Lit Circles/Book Clubs this year. Students have tasks related to analyzing literary elements and reading skills. They choose a book to read alone or with a group." #pcssdproud #serveall
We're celebrating holiday traditions across PCSSD. This tradition comes from Jenna Kopp at CRYSTAL HILL: "Usually, I go to Florida or some place warm every year over Christmas." #pcssdproud #serveall
We're celebrating holiday traditions across PCSSD. This tradition comes from Lakesha Foote at MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH SCHOOL: "We decorate our classroom doors for the holiday season. This is a fun way to celebrate the halfway mark of the school year." #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Rodriguez and Ms. Howard from MAUMELLE HIGH shared a favorite thing from first semester:
"We enjoyed making piñatas, understanding cultural and artistic tradition while also promoting cultural awareness, artistic appreciation, history, tradition." #pcssdproud #serveall
We're celebrating holiday traditions across PCSSD. This tradition comes from Carlisle Gallo, a 5th graeder at ROBINSON ELEMENTARY: "I do the Polar Express every Christmas." #pcssdproud #serveall
