It's National Make a Difference to Children Month. Here's how Neely Claassen of LANDMARK ELEMENTARY makes an impact: “I am authentic, treating all students with respect, lending a listening ear, and creating new, enriching experiences for students.”
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Band practice kicking off for the school year is music to our ears! Summer break ends a little early for these hard-working band students and staff. We can't wait to see them perform throughout the year. #pcssdproud #serveall
Three MAUMELLE HIGH students were selected to intern at Telcoe Federal Credit Union this summer. They gained skills needed to run the TFCU branch at MHS this year. Students will learn about financial literacy from the banking pathway and our partner, Telcoe. #pcsspdroud #serveall
The United Nations established the International Day of Friendship in 2011 to encourage peace and build bridges between communities. You can celebrate by simply reconnecting with a friend or take things up a notch by hosting a party. #pcssdproud #serveall
Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this tip from Michele Pickett of ROBINSON ELEMENTARY: "While traveling, play games. Finding the letters of the alphabet from signs and license plates helps students practice reading and learn about the world around them!" #pcssdproud #serveall
Three Maumelle High students were selected from a group of applicants to Intern this summer at Telcoe Federal Credit Union. The interns have gained the skills needed to run the Maumelle High branch this school year. Students will receive lessons a financial literacy on campus from the banking pathway students and our partner Telcoe.
Today is the official opening of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. You can watch the opening ceremony this afternoon at 12:30pm (TV: https://trst.in/r8pyc7). There are at least 24 Olympians with ties to Arkansas representing 8 different countries in this year's Games. https://trst.in/MbPyna #pcssdproud #serveall
It's National Make a Difference to Children Month. Here's how Lisa Smith of CRYSTAL HILL makes an impact: "I recognize that childhood trauma exists & work to make trauma-informed decisions that promote safety, transparency & increased time in the classroom." #pcssdproud #serveall
SAVE THE DATE! Our back to school open house will take place on Thursday, August 15 at Maumelle High. Here's the schedule based on each grade level:
Seniors - 12:30pm
Sophomores - 2:00pm
Juniors - 3:30pm
Freshmen - 5:30pm
*all sessions are one hour, except for Freshman which will be 2 hours*
We look forward to seeing you on Aug. 15 to kick off the new school year!
Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this tip from Stephanie Franklin of SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH: "Engage students in activities that use math in everyday activities like helping with the household budget, measuring ingredients or calculating gas mileage." #pcssdproud #serveall
It's National Make a Difference to Children Month. Here's how Morgan Dickerson of MAUMELLE HIGH works to make an impact: "I always try to give scholars the tools to be better. ... When I see an opportunity to offer help and suggestions to them, I do."
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Taking cues from the calendar emoji, World Emoji Day is celebrated on 📅 July 17 📅. This fun holiday is the perfect time to send an emoji-filled message to your friends and family. Drop your 3 most recent emojis in the comments!
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Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this tip from Michelle Camp of ROBINSON HIGH: "A summer job for high school students provides valuable real-world experience, teaching them responsibility, time management and the importance of a strong work ethic. Summer jobs can enhance college applications by demonstrating initiative and experience." #pcssdproud #serveall
Here’s a fun holiday to celebrate: Global Hug Your Kids Day! This day helps remind parents and caregivers to hug their kids daily. Bonus: hugs can help reduce stress and improve emotional connections. #pcssdproud #serveall
There's still time for this week's ACT Prep Summer Bootcamp through Pulaski County Youth Services. Learn test-taking tips and strategies in English, Reading, Math, and Science. Register here for a spot: https://trst.in/Q7Cdc9 (it's free!)
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Our school-based health clinic is opening in just a few weeks! Our partners at Mainline Health have an opening for a Patient Support Specialist the clinic that will located behind the MILLS MIDDLE campus. Check out the position: https://trst.in/U2gbem
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Several PCSSD counselors recently attended the Arkansas School Counselor Assoc. & DESE School Counselor Conference in Hot Springs. “Our Stage, Our Story" offered an enlightening week of learning and fun! Rumor has it the keynote speakers were a huge hit! #pcssdproud #serveall
With more nearly 7,500 hours of instruction, PCSSD ranks in top 10% nationwide for commitment to whole-child education. This instruction focused on topics like financial literacy, health, careers and more. Learn more about this award: https://trst.in/LIbChD
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A huge congratulations to our outstanding students who represented MAUMELLE HIGH and SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH at the FCCLA’s National Leadership Conference in Seattle, Washington last week.
• Chloe Blackmon (MHS) - Silver Medal in Nutrition & Wellness Lvl 3
• Evie Warren (SHJHS) - Silver Medal and 3rd place in Leadership Lvl 1
A special shout-out also goes to our amazing FCCLA Advisers, Wanda Andrews and Kristen Henson, for their guidance and support throughout this journey.
It's National Make a Difference to Children Month! Here’s how Stacy Bottoms of CATO works to make an impact: "Through positive relationship building, educators can shape a child's future and help them succeed academically and personally." #pcssdproud #serveall
