February is Black History Month. Daisy Gatson Bates was a mentor to the Little Rock Nine during Central High's desegregation. In 1957 the AP chose her as Woman of the Year in Education. Bates grew up in Huttig, AR and was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1993.
Registration is now open for students *RETURNING* to PCSSD for the 2020-2021 school year. Registration can be done online through the registration portal: https://pcssd-cas.hosted.src-solutions.com/cas_PulaskiCountySSD/login
Ms. Conklin's class at BAKER ELEMENTARY had a blast playing “Pick It!" The students picked a word problem with their nose and carried it back to their groups. Groups worked together to solve 1- and 2-step 3 digit word problems with regrouping.
February is Black History Month. Art Porter Sr. was best known as a jazz musician and performed for President Clinton's two gubernatorial inaugurations and a presidential inaugural reception. Porter is from Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1994.
This is a reminder that schools will be closed on Monday, February 10 for parent teacher conferences. We'll see you (students) back in the classroom on Tuesday, February 11!
Due to a high percentage of student absences and the duration of these absences, Maumelle Middle and High schools as well as Robinson High school will have an AMI day tomorrow - Friday, February 7. These schools will be deep cleaned tomorrow to sanitize the building.
Due to a high percentage of student absences and the duration of these absences, Maumelle Middle and High schools as well as Robinson High school will have an AMI day tomorrow - Friday, February 7. These schools will be deep cleaned tomorrow to sanitize the building.
Huge thank you to Barnes & Noble for the book donation to MILLS HIGH SCHOOL. The books were part of a collection from their annual holiday book drive. The students (and staff) appreciate the generosity!
Congratulations to Officer Turner on receiving the humanitarian award for Sherwood. PCSSD is so thankful for your service to our SYLVAN HILLS feeder schools!
February is Black History Month. Andree Yvonne Layton Roaf was the first African American woman to serve on the Arkansas Supreme Court when she was appointed by Governor Jim Guy Tucker. Roaf moved to Pine Bluff as an adult and inducted to the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1996.
Chenal Elementary hosted an ESL Family Night on January 13. Students dressed up in their parent's traditional attire for 2 musical performances that entertained all in attendance. There was ESL info and reps present to answer questions about the school.
REMINDER! The Pulaski County Special School District science fair will be held *this* Friday, February 7 from 9am until 1 pm. Come visit us at UA-Little Rock and see all the projects from across our school district. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
HOLD | Mrs. Halstead’s class SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY made dinosaur fossils and toured the dinosaurs at the Museum of Discovery!
February is Black History Month. Samuel Massie Jr. was a chemist and worked on the Manhattan Project during WWII. His research led to medications to treat malaria, meningitis and more. He was born in North Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1998.
Oakbrooke Elementary lost power for a brief time this afternoon. In collaboration with district officials, the decision was made to keep kids in school until dismissal to maintain a normal school day. Bus riders were able to load up about 15 minutes early. Thank you!
UPDATE on Joe T. Robinson High School: Little Rock Police Department has searched the building and everything is clear. Students and staff are returning to class for the day.
PCSSD is aware of a bomb threat made on a bathroom stall inside Joe T. Robinson High School. The school has been evacuated and local law enforcement are investigating the threat. We will update once the search is complete.
February is Black History Month. Vice Admiral Edward Moore Jr. was the highest ranking African American in the Navy at the time of his retirement. Moore's family moved to Little Rock while he was in high school. He was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1999.
Maumelle High School Counseling Department loves working with their students. They're all set to celebrate National School Counselor's Week 2020!
School counselors help students in more ways than you realize. This week we celebrate them and the tremendous impact they have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career as a part of National School Counseling Week.
