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.
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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
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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
Check out a few snapshots of our students engaged in learning around the building so far this week! 📸✨
🔗 Learn more about AVID in our schools with this link: https://www.pcssd.org/page/avid
They checked in on the Mills feeder system Tuesday, and it's soaring off to a great start! ☄️ #ExpectBelieveSucceed
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!
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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
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.
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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!
We at Comet Nation do this every Wednesday to celebrate AVID College and Career Spirit Day!
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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! 💛
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
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
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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.
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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.
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
🎉 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