Every scholar at Comet Nation now has their AVID Binder thanks to our AVID/AVID Excel scholars who set up our binders for our school wide launch this week. Our AVID Binders are our Comet organization system and include a pencil pouch (with pencils, eraser, pen and highlighter), Agenda book/planner, dividers (for each class), and ruled lined paper.

#avidbinders
#millsmiddleschoolcomets
#oneschoolonefamilyonegoal
#expectbelievesuceed

about 18 hours ago, Mills Middle School
Pic of AVID/AVID Excel scholars setting up binders for school wide launch
Pic of AVID/AVID Excel scholars setting up binders for school wide launch
Pic of AVID/AVID Excel scholars setting up binders for school wide launch

We are excited to share that Kyle Greene, one of the nation's most sought-after voices in education and student empowerment will be here sharing with the Mills Feeder Schools.

August 31, 2026: Staff
September 1, 2026: Scholars

#thebestisyettocome
#millsmiddleschoolcomets
#oneschoolonefamilyonegoal
#expectbelievesucceed

1 day ago, Mills Middle School
Flyer for Kyle Green -Mills Feeder Pattern Meeting
👕 AVID Wednesday returns each week!
AVID builds a college‑ready mindset where students plan ahead, stay organized, and set goals with intention. These habits show up in AVID strategies across classrooms, from focused note‑taking to inquiry and collaboration.

Lay out your favorite college or career shirt tonight and sport it proudly Wednesday #ExpectBelieveSucceed
🔗 Learn more about AVID: https://www.pcssd.org/page/avid
11 days ago, PCSSD
Two people wearing AVID shirts
A person wearing an AVID shirt.
A person wearing an AVID shirt and Texaco hat while holding a ladder.
Two people wearing college shirts
A person wearing an HBCU shirt.
Two people wearing college shirts
Two people wearing college shirts
Three people wearing AVID shirts.
A person wearing a college shirt.
Four people wearing college shirts in a classroom.
Learning is REQUIRED here at Mills Middle School! 📚💪

Check out a few snapshots of our students engaged in learning around the building so far this week! 📸✨
15 days ago, Charde Wilson
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Each week during the school year, we participate in AVID Wednesday. Staff and students wear their favorite college or career shirt to show where their goals can take them. 🎓👕💼 #ExpectBelieveSucceed

🔗 Learn more about AVID in our schools with this link: https://www.pcssd.org/page/avid
17 days ago, PCSSD
A photo of a crowd of educators looking upward and smiling with their college and career shirts on.
For the first week of school, Superintendent Jeff Senn and other PCSSD Central Office administrators are visiting each school across PCSSD.
They checked in on the Mills feeder system Tuesday, and it's soaring off to a great start! ☄️ #ExpectBelieveSucceed
17 days ago, PCSSD
Two men in casual work attire having a conversation in a school hallway.
Group of educators standing in school hallway with lockers and school signage.
An interior hallway with tile flooring and glass-enclosed rooms. Two people walking in the hallway. Large yellow column and various signs visible.
Three security officers in uniform standing together in a hallway.
Two women standing in a school hallway near lockers with a sign that says "How will we extend our...for students who already know it?"
Whiteboard with school welcome message: "Expect, Believe, Succeed. Welcome to Mills Middle. We are so Excited You are here!! One School, One Family, One Goal!"
Two people conversing in a school hallway; a woman wearing a name tag stands speaking with a man in casual clothing.
Group of educators standing in school hallway with lockers and school signage.
We can't help telling people everywhere how exceptional our school is! Even before students arrived, we told everyone on live TV. Thank you, Cayla Christrian and KATV as well as Lauren Harper and THV11, for letting us share our excitement for the first day of school! #ExpectBelieveSucceed.
18 days ago, PCSSD
A group of people standing in front of a building with large "BLAZE" text on the façade. There are cameras and equipment, indicating a media or filming event.
A group of people, including cheerleaders, standing in front of a building with the text "MILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL" visible.
A group of cheerleaders in green and gold uniforms performs with pompoms and enthusiastic expressions.
A modern building exterior with an entrance, vehicles parked in front, and several people standing outside.
A group of cheerleaders and a cameraman outside a building, with text visible on the building's exterior that says "MILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL"
Two people standing outside a brick building, one wearing a green shirt and the other a gray suit, engaged in conversation.
A group of cheerleaders, a reporter and an interviewee stand in front of Mills Middle School.
A group of people, including cheerleaders in yellow and green uniforms, standing outside a building with "MILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL" written on it.

COMET NATION "BACK TO SCHOOL: ORIENTATION" was a rousing success! So wonderful to see all the smiles and feel the joy of coming back to school. Scholars received their schedules, lockers and locks, bought merchandise, acquired their house teams, visited with teachers and staff and had fun.

This is how we do it at Mills Middle School!

Happy New School Year, Comets!
#thebestisyettocome
#Happynewyear
#backtoschool
#millsmiddleschoolcomets
#blazing

19 days ago, Mills Middle School
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Back to School Orientation Pic 8

Please take a moment to review the district dress code and clear/mesh backpack policy so your student is ready for August 10: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school

21 days ago, PCSSD
"DRESS CODE" written on a clip art t-shirt with clip art hangers behind it.
The Smart Tech Chromebook insurance portal is now open for the 2026–27 school year. Families can purchase coverage anytime between now and October 6, 2026.

Coverage includes accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft, with $0 deductible and unlimited claims (police report required for loss/theft claims).
Policy cost: $25, valid through June 30, 2027.

English & Spanish portals:
www.smarttechins.com/pulaski
www.smarttechins.com/pulaskistaff
21 days ago, PCSSD
"Chromebook Insurance" on a clip art laptop screen
PCSSD Smart Tech device coverage flyer. Shows coverage for accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft with no deductible and unlimited claims. Repair prices without coverage: keyboard or touchpad $50, broken screen $90, total loss $300. States policy cost is $25 and expires June 30, 2027. Includes sign‑up methods: text PULASKI to 1‑888‑414‑8007, call 877‑307‑6777, register online at smarttechins.com/pulaski, or mail the printed form to Smart Tech Insurance in Lake Mary, Florida.
PCSSD Smart Tech device coverage flyer. Shows coverage for accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft with no deductible and unlimited claims. Repair prices without coverage: keyboard or touchpad $50, broken screen $90, total loss $300. States policy cost is $25 and expires June 30, 2027. Includes sign‑up methods: text PULASKI to 1‑888‑414‑8007, call 877‑307‑6777, register online at smarttechins.com/pulaski, or mail the printed form to Smart Tech Insurance in Lake Mary, Florida.
🚌 Check bus numbers, stop locations, and times on our Back to School page: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school
22 days ago, PCSSD
"BUS ROUTES" on a clip art sign on a clip art road

We are excited to have a guest speaker for our first staff meeting this month!
August is off to an EXCELLENT start here at Mills Middle School!

22 days ago, Charde Wilson
Guest Speaker
Well look at us in our college tees!
We at Comet Nation do this every Wednesday to celebrate AVID College and Career Spirit Day!
#collegeandcareerready #thebestisyettocome #millsmiddleschoolcomets
22 days ago, Mills Middle School
Picture of MMS Teachers in the college tees for college and career spirit day
Our teachers are hard at work preparing for an incredible school year!

Over the past few days, our staff has been fully engaged in lesson internalization, collaborating and planning to ensure every lesson is purposeful, engaging, and aligned to student success.

We were also honored to welcome some special guests!
Our School Champion, Dr. Bell, stopped by to encourage our team, reminding us that while this is a new school year, we are equipped, capable, and destined for greatness.

We also appreciated Dr. Freeman for taking the time to visit and reaffirm his commitment to supporting our staff and students throughout the year.

Together, we are building a strong foundation for success because we are One School, One Family, One Goal! 💛
23 days ago, Charde Wilson
Dr. Bell
Dr. Freeman
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Crystal Bridges
Counselors
👕 Not sure what to wear in the first week of school? Each Wednesday is easy! Pick a college or career shirt to join in on AVID Wednesday! 🩺
What is AVID? AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. It is an academic support program that prepares students for college eligibility and success. Last year, PCSSD AVID seniors earned $9M in scholarships! #ExpectBelieveSucceed
24 days ago, PCSSD
AVID College & Career Wednesdays Wear a college or career shirt with decorated shirts and logos for AVID and PCSSD
Teachers and students in a hallway smiling with college shirts on
upper classmen smiling with college shirts on
Students in Carti garb giving care to baby doll mannequins
🏫 Meet the school leaders who will help our students expect, believe and succeed this year!

Welcome these new and returning principals and assistant principals, as well as deans of students, for 2026-2027.

🔗 View the complete list: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037
#ExpectBelieveSucceed #BackToSchool
24 days ago, PCSSD

We're off to an amazing start at Mills Middle School! 🎉

Our teachers dedicated three days to collaborating, planning, and internalizing lessons using our district curriculum and pacing guides.

By focusing on Lesson Internalization, we're preparing to deliver meaningful, high-quality instruction that sets every student up for success this school year.

#MillsMiddleSchool #Comets #PCSSD #LessonInternalization

24 days ago, Charde Wilson
Social Studies
Social Studies
Ms. Roberson
Math
Science
ELA Team
ELA PD

Staff from across the district gathered Monday for convocation and the start of Back to School Week, reconnecting and setting a shared focus for the year ahead!

Superintendent Jeff Senn reiterated PCSSD's new motto, #ExpectBelieveSucceed. He also encouraged educators to reflect on their PLC (Power, Legacy, and Completion) and the lasting difference they can make for students.

25 days ago, PCSSD
Superintendent Jeff Senn
A person stands on a stage in front of a full auditorium, speaking to staff seated in rows.
Two people hugging
A person standing with people around him
A band playing
A person stands on a stage in front of a full auditorium, speaking to staff seated in rows.
two principals speaking with one another
a row of focused people in matching blue
people clapping for standing new teachers
a shot of a crowded auditorium

Comet Nation: New Teacher Spotlight
Tristan Carr, English Teacher
Pamela Allen, Math Strategies
Kennedy McPherson, AVID Teacher
Faith Campbell, Learning Lab
Ke'Landa Williams, Keyboarding/Business Education

29 days ago, Mills Middle School
New Teacher bic/bio K. Williams
New Teacher bic/bio P. Allen
New Teacher bic/bio T. Carr
New Teacher bic/bio F. Campbell
New Teacher bic/bio K. McPherson

🎉 Ashley Washam has been selected as one of the Top 15 Finalists for the 2027 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, a statewide honor recognizing exceptional teaching and leadership across Arkansas.

Washam will be recognized alongside other finalists on August 6 at the Governor’s Mansion. Each finalist receives a certificate and a $1,000 award provided by the Walton Family Foundation.

Earlier this year, Washam was named PCSSD’s District Teacher of the Year after being selected at the school level. She spent the last year serving Maumelle Middle School and will begin a new role as Dean of Students at Pine Forest Elementary for 2026–2027.

Congratulations on this well‑deserved recognition! Read more about her recognition here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3046865 #ExpectBeliveSucceed

about 1 month ago, PCSSD