AR tax free weekend starts tomorrow! Families can purchase school supplies and clothes without paying tax. See details here: https://trst.in/I8KuTi
Visit our Back to School page for supply lists & the 24-25 dress code: https://trst.in/gi3FeQ
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It was an exciting morning in PCSSD! Our school based health clinic celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Dozens were in attendance, including board member Tina Ward, Sen. Linda Chesterfield, members from ADH and many more. We're excited to bring this clinic to students and staff in PCSSD this school year! #pcssdproud #serveall
Pre-School Clinic Hours:
August 13, 7am - 4:30pm
August 15, 7am - 12pm
School Schedule Clinic Hours start August 19:
Monday - Thursday, 7am - 4:30pm
Friday, 7am - 11am
Let’s give these choir students a round of applause! They served on a student panel at the Arkansas Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association Summer Professional Development workshop on July 29-30. The students were outstanding representatives of our district! Way to go Baylee & Hugo of SYLVAN HILLS HIGH and Jorge of MAUMELLE HIGH! #pcssdproud #serveall
And shoutout to Dr. Farr for facilitating and directors Elaine Harris and Alexa Wilson of Sylvan Hills and Ellen Wiles for Maumelle!
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
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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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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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
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
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
