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Mrs. Christian, DAISY BATES ELEMENTARY principal, leads by example! She takes great pride in taking care of her students, teachers, and school building. She lends a hand when there is work to be done! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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The @nationalmerit (NMSC®) announced its 2022 semifinalists and two PCSSD students were among this group of scholars - Eva Casto, senior at MAUMELLE HIGH, and Carter Watson, senior at SYLVAN HILLS HIGH.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/537828
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline wants you to #BeThe1To help them connect with someone who can help.
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EAST students at LAWSON ELEMENTARY are learning to code & the science behind gardening. They use the FarmBot to plant a garden at school & another at the @LittleRockZoo, to help feed orangutans. We are thankful for this project and partnership! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Today is National IT Professionals Day and we want to say a big THANK YOU to our amazing IT staff across the District who work tirelessly to keep our technology up and running. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Students in the OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY Life Skills class made fruit kabobs! Students worked on following directions, sequencing, having healthy hygiene while preparing food, & the colors of each fruit. And the students got to eat a healthy treat! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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"You can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Man!" BAKER ELEMENTARY kindergarteners went on a Gingerbread Man hunt to discover objects and characters from several gingerbread men stories the class read. #pcssdproud #edquityandexcellence
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UAMS will host an online Q&A panel regarding Students & COVID-19 this evening (Monday, Sept. 20) from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Parents, teachers, and school administrators are invited. More information on the panelists as well as a link to the meeting can be found here: uamshealth.com/students-and-covid-19/
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Students in Mr. Johnson's SYLVAN HILLS HIGH chemistry class worked on a lab to determine the molar mass of an unknown compound by freezing point depression. Good work, students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Earlier this month, DAISY BATES ELEMENTARY hosted an AVID schoolwide kick off. Students dressed up in college and career attire. There was also held a grade-level AVID chant competition where the winners received the coveted school spirit stick! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Students at CATO ELEMENTARY got to learn about Constitution Day from James Madison yesterday! Thank you to our community who is dedicated to the education of our students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Students and staff at PINE FOREST ELEMENTARY celebrated "Dot Day" earlier this week. International Dot Day encourages people of all ages to harness their creativity. The inspiration behind the event is the children's book The Dot by Peter H. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Did you know that approved free and reduced applications are more than just a meal? Completing the applications helps our schools in many ways beyond lower meal prices. Read more about the benefits and how to apply here: http://ow.ly/5ytN50GatvL
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3 out 4 high schools are on a BYE this week for PCSSD. So we're sending all our good luck vibes to MAUMELLE HIGH as they head south to face C.E. Byrd High in Shreveport, LA tonight. Good luck, Hornets! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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The Orientation to Teaching program is available at MAUMELLE HIGH & SYLVAN HILLS HIGH for students interested in education. The 2-year program offers students the opportunity to spend time in a classroom & teach lessons.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/534365
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On Tuesday, superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty stepped in and taught Mr. Flowers' World History class at MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH. Students were impressed by the culturally relevant and responsive approach to the lesson Dr. McNulty presented. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year in Judaism and is traditionally observed with a day-long fast and intensive prayer. For those celebrating, have an easy fast!
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline wants you to #BeThe1To keep them safe and remove them from situations that may be harmful.
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Today is National Online Learning Day! We want to celebrate our DRIVEN Virtual Academy students and staff. Learn more about PCSSD's 100% virtual K-12 school: dva.pcssd.org
(note: DVA is accepting applications for the spring semester)
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Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15 and recognizes the achievements and contributions of inspiring Hispanic Americans.
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