Hiring Substitutes!
On Thursday, January 29, ESS will be hosting an informational session and training for anyone interested in becoming a substitute with PCSSD.

We’d love to have you join our team and make a difference in our classrooms.

Start your application at ESS.com and register in advance to attend the session. REGISTER NOW using the link below.
https://calendly.com/bhampton2013/hiring-substitutes-for-pcssd-01-29-2026?month=2026-01
about 10 hours ago, PCSSD
Promotional flyer for substitute teacher hiring event at Pulaski County Special School District (PCSSD), hosted by ESS. Features a smiling person holding a green tablet, with classroom imagery in the background. Event details include date (January 29, 2026), time (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM), and location (PCSSD Admin Building, 925 E. Dixon Rd). Logos for PCSSD and ESS are displayed, along with the ESS slogan “Every day counts.” Text encourages viewers to apply at ESS.com..
Based on the latest weather predictions, the winter storm is expected to move into our area Friday evening; therefore, PCSSD will operate on a regular schedule for Friday, January 23. All district after-school activities will not be held. A decision regarding school operations for Monday, January 26, will be made over the weekend. We will continue to share updates as decisions are made and more information becomes available. Thank you for your continued support of PCSSD.
about 24 hours ago, PCSSD
Friday, January 23. Pulaski County. Schools will be open.
🌍 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀! 🗣️
Read more about this accomplishment and see the full list of recipients: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2570425 #PCSSDproud
2 days ago, PCSSD
🌍 Congratulations to our Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy recipients! 🗣️
Five Hornets earned this distinction by demonstrating proficiency in English and an additional language — an accomplishment that reflects dedication, cultural pride, and academic excellence while contributing to Maumelle High School's overall letter grade.

Maumelle High School fall 2025 recipients include:
Zlata Shishkina — Russian (11th)
Ana Martinez Cruz — Spanish (12th)
Inaaya Charania — Urdu (12th)
Hanah Nguyen — Vietnamese (10th)
Nicole Sterger — German (11th)

We are so proud of these multilingual scholars and grateful to ESOL Specialist Amanda Krell for supporting their success. The spring 2026 Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy application is now open! Students can apply online now through midnight on Friday, April 10, at www.arbiliteracy.org. #PCSSDproud #GoHornets

Yes, match tone for Mills, Robinson, and Sylvan Hills
2 days ago, PCSSD
Zlata Shishkina — Russian (11th)
Inaaya Charania — Urdu (12th)
Hanah Nguyen — Vietnamese (10th)
Ana Martinez Cruz — Spanish (12th)
Ms. Fontenot's art foundations students have been working on their Kehinde Wiley-inspired watercolor portraits and celebrity portraits, using the four-value techniques.
2 days ago, PCSSD
Three students smiling while holding their celebrity portraits
A partially completed celebrity portrait
A watercolor of a celebrity painted in blue
A watercolor of a celebrity painted in blue
A partially completed celebrity portrait
A watercolor of a celebrity painted in purple
A partially completed celebrity portrait
🎓 Seniors from all four PCSSD high schools came together today for the annual AVID Senior Seminar at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Keynote speaker Mr. Tunji Adebayo traveled from Atlanta to deliver an engaging, hands-on, educational, fun, and real lecture on building the skills and mindset needed to succeed after graduation. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
7 days ago, PCSSD
Group picture of students and teachers
An older man speaks to children sitting at a table
Two kids look scared at what is a rat draped over mountain dew
Kid smiling as other kids cheer in the background
Students handshaking and smiling
Student in an AVID SENIOR CLASS OF 2026 Maumelle High School shirt talking to a teacher
Students smiling while they talk to each other
Motivational speaker using a student as a demonstration of how to do a firm handshake
Students smiling as they talk
🗓️ Don't forget that schools and offices are closed on Monday in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. We will welcome back students and staff on Tuesday, January 21. #PCSSDProud #ServeAll
7 days ago, PCSSD
Illustration of a sign saying No School for Students and a banner saying Monday, January 19.
Illustration of a sign saying District Offices Will Be Closed and a banner saying Monday, January 19.

✨ It’s never too late to celebrate students charting their course for the future. Join us in congratulating two Maumelle High School seniors: Kaylen Robinson, who signed last semester to play volleyball at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff & Gracie Keeling who signed to play softball with Paris Junior College. 🥎🏐 #PCSSDproud #HornetNation

10 days ago, PCSSD
Three people sitting side by side. The woman in the middle is wearing a UAPB Volleyball shirt and about to sign a paper in front of her on a table that says Maumelle High School
Gracie Keeling in a PJC softball sweatshirt in front of a table of cupcakes balloons and softball paraphrenalia
Three people standing side by side. The woman in the middle is wearing a UAPB Volleyball shirt.
A poster that says "SIGNED Gracie Keeling Paris Junior College" Gracie appears in softball pitching attire, a photo from a game.
Gracie Keeling in a PJC softball sweatshirt at a table to sign for a college. She is surrounded by others at a gym. The table says Maumelle High School
Seven girls smiling at a camera side by side.
A woman shaking a older man's hand in a gym.
A woman surrounded on each side by boys. She and they are smiling
Gracie Keeling in a PJC softball sweatshirt in front of a table of cupcakes balloons and softball paraphrenalia. She is hugging an older woman.
Gracie Keeling in a PJC softball sweatshirt in front of a table of cupcakes balloons and softball paraphernalia. She is surrounded by other school age girls.
PCSSD marches forward on path to become a Purple Star School District! Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2607120
10 days ago, PCSSD
Three people sit together in front of a warm, autumn-themed backdrop with string lights and fall leaves. Two adults wear military uniforms, and a child in a leopard print coat sits between them, smiling. The image highlights PCSSD’s support for military families, featuring a quote from Sylvan Hills High School Military Club Sponsor Nora Cummings: “We remain dedicated to supporting and uplifting our military families, honoring their resilience, courage, and invaluable contributions.”
📣 PCSSD families — discover an early college opportunity for your student! https://www.pcssd.org/article/2629142
11 days ago, PCSSD
Promotional flyer with red border and heart graphics announcing “Fall in Love with UA-PTC’s Career Institute.” Event details include technical and healthcare career programs offered by UA–Pulaski Technical College. Scheduled for February 6, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the UA-PTC Main Campus in North Little Rock.
Informational flyer from UA–Pulaski Technical College describing the Career Institute program for Central Arkansas high school students. Highlights include free concurrent credit, fast-track credentials in healthcare and technology, and eligibility requirements for 11th and 12th graders. Lists six career pathways: Health Information Technology, Certified Nursing Assistant, Advanced Manufacturing, Welding, HVAC-R, and Cybersecurity. Includes contact info and program webpage link.

Join us in celebrating AVID Coordinator and Cheer Coach Katrina Jones for completing the Arkansas Leadership Academy’s Instructional Leadership Empowerment program.👏 We’re proud of you, Coach! Thank you for showing what lifelong learning looks like. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll #AlwaysLearning #GoHornets

14 days ago, PCSSD
Ciara Cole and Katrina Jones standing in front of balloons and a banner for the Arkansas Leadership Academy Instructional Leader Empowerment Program

👩‍🏫Teachers and staff spent time at PCSSD Central Office today sharpening skills, sharing ideas, and preparing for a strong semester ahead. See you tomorrow, students!📚#PCSSDproud #ServeAll #BackToSchool #ProfessionalDevelopment

18 days ago, PCSSD
A group of people around a table, discussing documents and using laptop computers. The people are wearing a variety of casual and professional attire. There are also some office supplies on the table.
Three adults sitting together at a table, smiling and working on laptops in a classroom setting.
Classroom with adults working at desks, some standing in groups.
Several people sitting and talking in a classroom or meeting setting. Some people have long hair and are wearing colorful clothing.
People sitting at desks in a classroom-like setting, with posters and signs on the walls.
Enjoy your break! ❄️ Schools and offices are closed for the next two weeks in observance of the winter holidays. We will welcome students back to classes on Tuesday, January 6. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Winter Break

🗓️ Don't forget that schools are closing for the holiday break! Offices will reopen on Monday, January 5, and students will return on Tuesday, January 6. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 1 month ago, PCSSD
No School for Students
District Offices Will Be Closed
The Pulaski County Special School District Health Center is open and ready to serve you with unmatched convenience. Mainline Health partners offer comprehensive care for both students and staff:
🩺 Primary Care: Quick, easy access for physicals, sick visits, chronic care management, immunizations, and general wellness.
🧠 Behavioral Health: Confidential, on-site support for your mental health needs.
👇 Visit this website to see hours, services, and book your visit today:
https://www.mainlinehealth.net/locations/school-based-clinics/pulaski-county-special-school-district
#PCSSD #ConvenientCare #OnCampusHealth #StudentWellness
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Promotional graphic for the PCSSD Health Center in partnership with Mainline Health. Features two healthcare professionals: Jasmine Jackson, APRN, in a white coat with a stethoscope, and Debbie Clark, LPC, in a patterned top. The central message reads “All Your Health Needs All in One Place,” with a subheading “Primary Care & Behavioral Health for Students & Staff.” Logos for PCSSD and Mainline Health appear at the bottom alongside the website MainlineHealth.net..
Join us for Parent Info Night on January 8 at 6 PM in the Maumelle High School Auditorium.
This event is for parents of current 8th–11th grade students to learn about course registration for the 2026–2027 school year.

We’ll cover:
✅ Course offerings
✅ Academy pathways
✅ Career Institute - UAPTC
✅ Concurrent Credit - A-State
✅ How to select and register for classes
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Flyer for Maumelle High School’s Parent Info Night on January 8 at 6:00 PM in the school auditorium. Directed at parents of current 8th–11th grade students, the event covers course registration for the 2026–2027 school year, including course offerings, academy pathways, Career Institute (UAPTC), concurrent credit (ASU), and how to select and register for courses. Features a red and white design with a hornet mascot and megaphone graphic.
🎉👏On Tuesday evening, the PCSSD Board of Education honored Ms. Elizabeth Prewett, 2025’s Arkansas History Teacher of the Year, selected by the Gilder Lehrman Institute (GLI).🏆📚

👩‍🏫The Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School teacher will be honored again before the Arkansas State Board of Education in January, representing not only Mills High and Pulaski County but the entire state with this prestigious award.

🏫Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Humanities Specialist Isaac Cross and Social Studies Specialist Ronda Smith (GLI coordinator) presented the recognition before the Board.

🔗Learn more about Elizabeth’s recognition here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2363688 #PCSSDproud #ServeAll #HTOY #CelebrateTeachers #MillsOnTheMove🔰
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Four people smiling and holding a framed certificate in a gathering.
Three people standing at a podium, one woman in the center speaking into a microphone.
Two women at a podium, one younger with long hair and the other older with shorter hair, speaking at what appears to be an event or presentation.
Two people in a classroom setting, one person standing and one seated at a desk, with a large display screen on the wall in the background.
Classroom with world map, whiteboard, and students working at desks.
Classroom setting with students seated at desks and a teacher standing at the front, world map visible on the wall behind her.
Yellow walls with student achievement posters. Person partially visible in doorway.
🎁✨ Give Yourself the Gift of Peace of Mind This Holiday Season ✨🎁
🎄 Wrap up the year with confidence, knowing your child’s health is prioritized.
🩺 An annual check-up provides an opportunity to address any health concerns and discuss healthy habits for the upcoming year.
🏫 Your school-based health center is here to support your child’s health journey every step of the way.
📞 Call or 💻 visit MainlineHealth.net to book an appointment today! #MainlineHealth #ChildWellness #HealthyNewYear 💛🌟
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Mainline Health Holiday Graphic
PCSSD will conduct a public hearing on their facilities master plan on Thursday, December 11. Interested persons attending the meeting will be given an opportunity to comment. Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2515586
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Public Hearing

✨ ’Twas the night before AVID Wednesday,
and all through the halls,
students prepped their shirts
to answer future calls. 🎓

👕Tomorrow, if your school doesn't already have spirit day, wear AVID with a college or career shirt to match the ambition you put into education, just like Joe T. Robinson High School and Sherwood Elementary last week!📚 #AVID #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 2 months ago, PCSSD
AVID picture at Joe T. Robinson High School
AVID picture at Sherwood Elementary
AVID picture at Sherwood Elementary
AVID picture at Sherwood Elementary