Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, consider how you can implement social and emotional learning into your life. These skills influence how we think, see ourselves, and interact with others. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Patti Upton founded Aromatique, launching the decorative fragrance industry, including candles. In 2016, Upton was inducted into the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2016. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, if you're feeling burnt out, it may help to talk with someone. Talking with someone can help you feel seen,cared for, and less alone. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Mary Ann Ritter Arnold was elected first female mayor of Marked Tree in 2013. In 1975, she was the president of E. Ritter & Co. in Marked Tree. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2015. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH 11th grader Katelyn Doyne for being the 2021 Arkansas Poetry Out Loud State Champion. With this win, Katelyn advances to the National Semifinals Competition on May 2.
https://mills.pcssd.org/article/422451?org=wilbur-d-mills-hs
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Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, claim your time. You often work long hours, well past the usual school day. Take this time to do something for you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Charlotte Tillar Schexnayder was a former member of the Arkansas House of Representatives and was the first female president of the National Newspaper Association. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2019. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, reconnect with friends or family you haven't had time to see. Work on the relationships that have taken a backseat during COVID-19. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Alice Andrews is an environmental advocate in Arkansas. She helped to save the Buffalo River from dams and initiated the Buffalo National River designation in 1972. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2021. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
World Down Syndrome Day is a global awareness day to raise awareness and advocate for the rights of people with Down syndrome.
Teachers - it's Self Care Spring Break! During this time away, remember to allow yourself to stop and recharge. The past year has been trying but you continued to show up for your students. Now take some time to take care of yourself. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Joycelyn Elders was the 15th Surgeon General of the U.S. She was also the first person in Arkansas to become board certified in pediatric endocrinology. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2016. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
March is Music in Schools Month. Each Saturday in March we are recognizing music teachers across PCSSD. Today we say a big thank you to our Robinson feeder music experts! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Happy First Day of Spring!
Spring Break is officially in full swing for PCSSD. The District will be closed March 22 - March 26. We’ll see you back on March 29. Enjoy the break! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Amy Rossi was the exec. dir. of Ark. Advocates for Children & Families for 23 years. She worked with state lawmakers to adopt ARKids First (for uninsured children). She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2021. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Two PCSSD schools are competing for State Titles tomorrow! Good luck to MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH (4A Boys) and MAUMELLE HIGH (5A Boys)! The games will be aired on PBS, details on where to watch can be found here: myarkansaspbs.org.
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Clayton Boothe, Hana Lovett, and Toby Reid with the MAUMELLE HIGH Coding Team has advanced to the All-State Coding Competition, which will take place May 1. https://www.pcssd.org/article/421087?org=pcssd #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The 30+ Club at SYLVAN HILLS HIGH is always growing! These students have scored 30 or more on the ACT. Way to go! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Betty Bumpers is the former First Lady of Arkansas. Her "Every Child By '74" plan increased the state's immunization rates leading the CDC to use the model as well. She was inducted in the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2015. #womenshistorymonth #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Want to learn more about our virtual academy for 2021-2022? Don't miss our virtual info meeting tonight. There will be a short presentation followed by a Q&A session starting at 6:30 pm.
Click here to access the meeting: https://zoom.us/j/98821321309?pwd=QlJ5bXVHandPQUdEWmRjVlBEWGRLQT09
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