Do you volunteer for PCSSD school(s)? Don't forget to log your hours!. The individual and school with the most hours is recognized at the end of the school year at our annual PALS banquet! Volunteer log sheets are online:
https://www.pcssd.org/page/volunteer-info
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For this week's #tbt, can you guess this local celebrity? This former PCSSD student was a superstar on the SYLVAN HILLS HIGH basketball team and graduated in 1986. He now works for the district, but in the MILLS feeder. Can you guess who? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Check out this life-size AVID mascot that our teacher librarian, Ms. Dudeck, created last week. The AVID symbol is filled with different career choices for students could pursue. Stop by the library learning center to check them out!
September is Deaf Awareness Month. Did you know that PCSSD has an audiologist and certified hearing specialist on staff to provide services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students? We are thankful for their knowledge and service to PCSSD students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is Rosh Hashanah - the Jewish New Year. Dipping apples in honey for Rosh Hashanah symbolizes bringing in a sweet new year.
Today is National Read a Book Day. Let's take advantage of our day off and spend some time reading a good book. What are you reading today?
Happy Labor Day! As a reminder, all schools and District offices are closed today. See you Tuesday morning!
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September is Attendance Awareness Month. Research shows children more regularly attend classes when they know a parent, teacher, friend, or community member is keeping tabs on their attendance. #schooleveryday #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Pulaski County Youth Services is aiming to address mental health challenges in families and educators in central Arkansas.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/527216
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September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. The CDC reports that nearly 1 in 5 U.S. children are obese. We recognize this month to bring awareness and provide some potential solutions to get kids eating healthy and physically active.
Just a reminder: PCSSD will be closed on Monday, September 6 in honor of Labor Day. Schools and district offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 7. Enjoy the extended weekend!
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September is Better Breakfast Month and we are highlighting our student nutrition department and their dedication to providing nutritionally balanced meals, both breakfast and lunch, to all PCSSD students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
6th grade AVID students at SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE are learning a valuable lesson in honor and respect of the American flag. Mr. Watson taught the students how to properly fold the flag. These student groups volunteered to take down the flag at the end of each school day.
Mark your calendars! Tryouts for the SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE girls basketball team are Tuesday, August 31, 4:15-5:15 p.m. These tryouts are for students who did not tryout in May and there are limited roster spots available. Tryouts are for 7th and 8th grade girls and will take place in the small gym at SHMS. Wear shorts, t-shirt, and appropriate shoes, and bring a water bottle. See you there!
Can you guess this famous PCSSD alum? Here's a hint: he's a class of 1996 SYLVAN HILLS HIGH graduate and has starred in major Hollywood movies for more than 10 years! #TBT #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Several administrators in central office love celebrating birthdays and our assistant superintendent for human resources is one of them! So here's a birthday shout out to Shawn Burgess! Thank you for all you do for the employees of PCSSD. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Are you interested in buying insurance for your student's Chromebook? The insurance covers accidental damage, broken screens, water damage, loss, and theft while in the possession of the student. Learn more: https://schooldevicecoverage.com/signup
Students in Ms. Mayo's classes at SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE created their own college pennants as part of an AVID project last week. AVID promotes college and career readiness at every grade level. We love seeing the students' creativity on display! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Please note that our start time is 8:35 AM. Students arriving after this time must be signed in by a parent in the office.
Welcome to the second week of school! We know homework may be picking up, so the U.S. Department of Education has released some tips to help families adjust back to homework and help students with doing that work at home. http://ow.ly/fBFy50FVScQ #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
