PCSSD is excited to announce 8 new assistant principals at schools in the District. Some faces you may recognize, just in new roles; others are new to PCSSD. Welcome and congrats to all! Read about the changes: https://www.pcssd.org/article/1159950
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Avoid the Summer Slide this year with this tip from MILLS MIDDLE principal, Dr. Lisa Watson: "Give your family one-half hour every day to read, work math problems, or indulge in fun activities like brain teasers or crossword puzzles."
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SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY was 1 of 7 schools to exit ADE Section 1003. In order to achieve this, schools must have continuous growth in their subpopulations. Ms. Christopher, Mr. Tillar and Ms. Hickman had the opportunity to present their work to 400 Arkansas educators. #pcssdproud
Huge shout out to the SYLVAN HILLS HIGH forensics/debate team on their recent accomplishments at Nationals. In the school's first ever trip to this competition, they placed 37th in the nation! Alexis Weeks and Jacob Grinder both achieved 100% advancement. Way to go! #pcssdproud
This year, Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission honors 30 years of preserving the life and legacy of Dr. King throughout the state. PCSSD is proud to be part of the celebration coverage in the June issue of 501 LIFE magazine. Full story: https://trst.in/IwMWxd #pcssdproud
It's a Friday Funny!
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July is Make a Difference to a Child Month. PCSSD Director of STEM, Dr. Justin Luttrell, says: "All leaders should recognize that whatever they do will make a difference. So pave the way, leaders. Take the risk to meet every child where they are."
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One way to avoid the summer slide is to continue reading. A number of organizations offer programs to encourage reading during the summer. The Central Arkansas Library System has a number programs on music, magic, and more!
https://cals.org/summer
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Thoughtful Thursday: In addition to working on education skills this summer, also spend time teaching kids to be kind. PBS Kids recommends teaching kids to include others in their activities.
https://trst.in/6balUw
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For the second time in just 3 years, PCSSD is excited to announce its teacher of the year has been selected as a regional finalist in the Arkansas Teacher of the Year program (ADE). Congratulations to Ben Light, band director at ROBINSON HIGH!! https://trst.in/1ezb54 #pcssdproud
Avoid the Summer Slide this year with this tip from PCSSD Teacher of the Year, Ben Light: "Guided reading is key to helping children grow in their reading comprehension, so consider choosing a book to read as a family."
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PCSSD will no longer have a uniform requirement for elementary students. All students may wear casual clothes across all grade levels in the District. There are guidelines to follow regarding the dress code based on board policy, found here: https://trst.in/vuE3R6 #pcssdproud
Today we celebrate Independence Day, marking the anniversary of when Congress signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941. How are you celebrating today? #pcssdproud
July is Make a Difference to a Child Month. CRYSTAL HILL ELEMENTARY Principal, Lisa Smith, says: "I've found the most important way to make a difference in students is by building positive and relatable relationships with scholars and families."
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Congratulations to LANDMARK ELEMENTARY students Scarlett and Natalie whose artwork is featured in the Arkansas Art Educators 2023 State Youth Art Show until Sept. 2 at the Hillary Rodham Clinton Children's Library and Learning Center! Details: https://trst.in/bo25Su #pcssdproud
The Friends of CALS Used Book Sale is set for July 13-15 in the basement of the Main Library (100 Rock Street, Little Rock). This sale offers educators a 25% discount on $1 books (both paperbacks and hardbacks).
https://cals.org/news/friends-of-cals-summer-used-book-sale
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School may be out, but the Academies of Central Arkansas isn't slowing down! Educators from all 4 Pulaski County districts are planning for next year! Find out how your business can become a partner before next school year starts: https://trst.in/FdlSYC #pcssdproud
July is designated as French-American Heritage Month. This month is dedicated to celebrating and honoring the influences and the contributions that the French have had on the United States in art, culture, language, etiquette, and more. #pcssdproud
It's a Friday Funny!
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The Arkansas Activities Association All-Star weekend events wrapped up last weekend but we're still celebrating our student-athletes. Congratulations to our 13 student-athletes and 2 coaches who played in the All-Star game this summer! Way to go! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
