We're giving extra special thanks to our "PALS" (people assisting local schools) during National School Volunteer Week! Founded in 1997, this week recognizes and celebrates the hard work of those who give their time to support public education. #pcssdproud #serveall
Chag sameach! In Israel, Passover is the seven-day holiday of the Feast of Unleavened Bread. The first and last days are celebrated as legal holidays and holy days involving holiday meals, special prayer services, and abstention from work. #pcssdproud #serveall
Have you made plans to attend Seussical the Musical this weekend? Tickets are on sale now for $5 and can be purchased in the front office. Performances are Friday and Saturday Night at 6pm. Don't be late, you don't want to miss out!
Since 1970, Earth Day is a way for everyone to support for environmental protection. Since switching to Peachjar for nearly all "flyer communication," PCSSD has saved more than 2 million sheets of paper! Ways to celebrate Earth Day: https://trst.in/HnVHDo. #pcssdproud #serveall
Congratulations to Jessica Duff, exec. dir. of communications, on earning her accreditation in public relations this month. The APR reflects a mastery of the knowledge, skills & abilities needed to succeed in the PR field. Read more: https://trst.in/IGgSKI #pcssdproud #serveall
April is Scottish-American Heritage Month where we reflect on the unmistakable mark they have on American culture. People of Scottish heritage were among the original signers of the Declaration of Independence, including James Monroe and Alexander Hamilton. #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD is hosting a Career Expo *TOMORROW* (April 20) from 9 am - 12 pm at Mills University Studies High School!! We'll have representatives from every school and department in PCSSD. Pre-register online for pre-screening interviews. www.pcssd.org/careerexpo24 #pcssdproud #serveall
Students in Coach Raborn's PE classes got a special treat today. Thomas Andersson and Daniel Cornelison with One Tennis Academy at Burns Park Tennis Center came out to play tennis! Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd graders learned some tennis basics, tips and tricks from these two. We can't wait to have them back after testing to play tennis with our 3rd - 5th graders!
Good evening! This is a reminder that 3-5 students will begin testing in the morning (Tuesday, 4/16). 3-5 students that are on-time and present daily will receive a special treat on Friday, 4/19. If your student is eating breakfast, they should arrive no later than 7:30. Remember, the tardy bell rings at 7:50. We are looking forward to a great week of our students showing us what they know!
Reminder! We're just two weeks away from our Maumelle Middle Preview Night! The event will be held on Tuesday, April 30 from 5-6:30pm! It will be open to incoming 6th graders and students who would be new to Maumelle Middle. Students can get help with creating schedules, learn about clubs and more. We'll have representatives from Band and Choir at the preview night as well! We hope to see you!
PCSSD and Linewize are teaming up to create an educational hub for parents and teachers when it comes to online safety. This hub includes articles, videos, courses and more. https://pcssd.onlinesafetyhub.io/ Stay tuned for info about a Parent App with more features! #pcssdproud #serveall
Making smart choices with your money is an essential skill all students should learn. April is financial literacy month which is a great time to educate students about managing their financial lives. Check out these tips from NASFAA: https://trst.in/zzLtIG #pcssdproud #serveall
Tax day is just around the corner! Use this weekend to finish up your taxes and make sure they are postmarked by Monday, April 15.
#pcssdproud #serveall
Maumelle High is hosting the 3rd annual Little Spikers Volleyball Camp this summer! The camp will be held June 4-6 at Maumelle High School from 10am until 12pm each day. It's open to rising 3rd - 5th graders for $60 / student. To find out more and get registered, email Coach Pearson - jpearson6297@pcssd.org.
Pine Forest Elementary is proud to announce our teacher of the year for this 2023-2024 school year - Ms. Sheree Tolefree! We are so thankful to have Ms. Tolefree as part of our staff. She is truly an inspiration for our students! She will represent Pine Forest at the next level to compete for the title of PCSSD Teacher of the Year! Congrats, Ms. Tolefree!
Happy Friday PFE Families! 3rd-5th grade students will take their final round of State Testing for the 23-24 school year, next week. Students will be testing Tuesday, 4/16-Thursday, 4/18 from 8 am to 10 am. There will be no checkouts for students during the testing window. Students should be in their classrooms by 7:50 each morning. Students arriving after 8 will not be permitted to class until testing is completed for the morning. Students eating breakfast should arrive by 7:30.
Remember that students arriving after 7:50 must be signed in by a parent.
If you have any questions, please email scaldwell3740@pcssd.org.
Have a great weekend!
PCSSD is hosting a Career Expo on Saturday, April 20 from 9 am - 12 pm at Mills University Studies High School. We'll have representatives from every school and department in PCSSD. Pre-register online for pre-screening interviews. www.pcssd.org/careerexpo24 #pcssdproud #serveall
We're partnering with Pulaski County Government to help improve broadband access across the state. Join the speed test challenge and submit your results to AR Connect. These results will be used to help identify areas to improve access to all Arkansans! https://tinyurl.com/y5942e5r
April is Occupational Therapy Month, honoring an essential profession to ensure all student success. Occupational therapy intervention works with students to improve health, well-being and participation in important activities. We're so thankful for our OTs! #pcssdproud #serveall
April is Arab American Heritage Month, when we celebrate the heritage, culture and contributions of Arab Americans. During this time, we honor the shared history and Arabic language, representing a diverse community of different religions, races and creeds. #pcssdproud #serveall
