Sylvan Hills Middle School

✨ ’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 hours ago, PCSSD

AVID picture at Joe T. Robinson High School

🎉💜 WE DID IT, BEAR FAMILY! 💜🎉 Sylvan Hills Middle School is officially a Purple Star School! This recognition means so much to us because it reflects who we are at our core… a school that stands beside our military-connected students and their families with pride, care, and commitment. Our community is strong, supportive, and always ready to show up for one another. A huge thank you to our amazing Military Liaison, Haley Frakes, for her leadership, heart, and hard work in making this happen. We are so grateful for you and the way you advocate for our students every single day. This honor belongs to our students, families, staff, and community. SHMS truly is something special.💙🐻 #PurpleStarSchool #SHMSProud #BearStrong #MilitaryFriendly

about 21 hours ago, Janna Gibson

📰 This Week at SHMS 🐻
Our latest newsletter is ready! Take a look to see what’s coming up, important reminders, and all the happenings this week.

Let’s make it a great week, Bears! 💙🤍

2 days ago, Mike Hudgeons, Principal

🎁✨ 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 💛🌟

7 days ago, PCSSD

DELAYED START ❄ As we continue to monitor weather conditions, predictions indicate a high chance of early Tuesday morning temperatures below freezing, which increases the chances of icy roads and bridges. The safety of our students, teachers, and staff is always the first priority, so PCSSD will have a delayed start on Tuesday, December 2, for schools and district offices. Buses will run two hours later than their normal scheduled time. Tardies will not be counted for the day.

8 days ago, PCSSD

🎉💙 Happy Birthday, Ms. Laws! 💙🎉

Hope your day is easy, enjoyable, and filled with a few things that make you smile. 💙🎉

Love, Your SHMS Family

8 days ago, Janna Gibson

❄ We are aware of the possibility of inclement weather, and we will be monitoring weather conditions closely throughout the evening and Monday morning, December 1. At this time, all PCSSD schools will operate on a normal schedule tomorrow morning. We will provide updates as needed or as conditions change.

9 days ago, PCSSD

📰 This Week at SHMS 🐻
Our latest newsletter is ready! Take a look to see what’s coming up, important reminders, and all the happenings this week.

Let’s make it a great week, Bears! 💙🤍

9 days ago, Mike Hudgeons, Principal

Enjoy your break! 🍂 Schools are closed for students all week and district offices are closed on Thursday and Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We'll see you again on December 1! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

16 days ago, PCSSD

💛💙 SHMS MINION DAY FUN! 💛💙 Our Bears showed up today looking bright, silly, and totally ready for Fall Break! From yellow hoodies to goggles and everything in between, our halls were full of laughs and the best Minion energy. We loved seeing our kids have a little fun before we all head into a well-earned break. They worked hard this quarter, and today was the perfect way to wrap it up. Enjoy your Fall Break, Bears! Rest up, have fun, and we’ll see you back refreshed and ready to finish strong. 💙🐻💛 #SHMS #MinionDay #BearPride #FallBreakVibes

18 days ago, Janna Gibson

🗓️ Don't forget that schools are closed for students all of next week! District offices will be open Monday through Wednesday. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

18 days ago, PCSSD

📰 This Week at SHMS 🐻
Our latest newsletter is ready! Take a look to see what’s coming up, important reminders, and all the happenings this week.

Let’s make it a great week, Bears! 💙🤍

23 days ago, Mike Hudgeons, Principal

👕 AVID Wednesday Spotlight: College Campus Visits! 🎓

This week, we are recognizing AVID scholars who are stepping beyond the classroom and onto real university campuses — experiencing college life firsthand.

These visits give our students a glimpse of what their futures can look like. They can learn about majors, scholarships, and campus traditions, and leave inspired to keep working toward their goals.

Don’t forget to show your support for college and career readiness across PCSSD by wearing an AVID shirt and sharing your past or preparing for your future. #PCSSDproud #AVID #ServeAll

28 days ago, PCSSD

A group picture of Maumelle High School AVID students at Harding University

College Station student at University of Arkansas

Landmark Elementary group photo at University of Arkansas

Mills University Studies High School students at UAPB

Landmark Elementary group photo going to University of Arkansas

College Station students at University of Arkansas

College Station studenst at University of Arkansas basketball game smiling with police officer

📰 This Week at SHMS 🐻
Our latest newsletter is ready! Take a look to see what’s coming up, important reminders, and all the happenings this week.

Let’s make it a great week, Bears! 💙🤍

30 days ago, Mike Hudgeons, Principal

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Veterans Day is Tuesday, but our AVID students couldn't wait to show their appreciation. Today, they spent time at the Veterans Cemetery in Sherwood placing flags at each gravesite in honor of those who served our country.

We’re so proud of their kindness, respect, and community spirit. 💙 Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve.

#SHMSBears #AVID #VeteransDay #ServiceAndHonor

about 1 month ago, Janna Gibson

🎉 Help us wish Coach Abernathy a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎂
We hope your day is filled with laughter, good vibes, and lots of Bear love! 💙🐻

Love,
Your SHMS Family 💫

about 1 month ago, Janna Gibson

Cheron Atkins-Butcher, a fifth-grade teacher at Sherwood Elementary, has been selected as one of only 23 educators statewide to participate in the inaugural Arkansas Excellence in Teaching Fellowship Program. Read here (https://www.pcssd.org/article/2523176) to see what she's learned from the program already and how students will benefit. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

A cover photo for an artile showing a classroom scene with a teacher and students. Shelves, decorations, and American flag. Text on image: "I want to show my students that learning is a lifelong journey—and that their teacher is still learning, too."

👕 Tomorrow is AVID Wednesday! 📣
This week, we’re spotlighting Mrs. Stephanie DeWitt’s kindergarten class at William Jefferson Clinton Elementary. Students recently completed an AVID jigsaw activity on story elements. Each group became “experts” on characters, setting, beginning, middle, or end, and then taught their classmates what they learned.

“It’s been wonderful watching them collaborate, think critically, and deepen their understanding of how stories work! Way to go, scholars,” Mrs. DeWitt shared.

Don’t forget to wear your AVID shirts tomorrow, celebrate student success, and keep building those college and career ready skills!

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

A young child lying on the floor, surrounded by educational materials such as numbers, shapes, and colored pencils. Another kid is smiling at him.

A person wearing a pink hat is working on a drawing on the floor surrounded by books and papers, and two students

Three children sitting on the floor, surrounding art supplies and a paper drawing.

Several young children seated on the floor, drawing and coloring on large sheets of paper shaped like puzzle pieces with crayons and markers.

Two hands writing on paper in a school setting, with a desk, supplies, and other student materials visible.

Handwritten notes and drawings on a whiteboard, including words like "beggining", "end", "middle", and a hand-drawn graphic.

🐻💙 SHMS Student Council Food Drive! 💛🐻

We’re collecting non-perishable food items from October 28 – November 14 to help families in need this season. Every donation makes a difference!

Students can drop off items in their club room, and the class with the most donations will win a Nacho & Dessert Party! 🎉

Let’s show how generous our Bears can be—your kindness restores hope!

#SHMSBears #BearKindness #FoodDriveChallenge #BearsCare

about 1 month ago, Janna Gibson

🍕 Today’s the Day, Bears! 🍕 It’s Papa John’s Night for Sylvan Hills Middle School! 🎉 Order from the Gravel Ridge location (14415 Hwy 107) and use promo code SCHOOL1399 to get any large pizza for $13.99 — plus 20% of your order comes right back to SHMS! 🙌 Order online, call it in, or stop by — just don’t forget the code! Let’s turn pizza night into support for our Bears! 🐻💙 #BearsAreBest #SHMSGreat #RaiseSomeDough

about 1 month ago, Janna Gibson