Chenal Elementary

Pulaski County Counselors Association is planning a summer book drive that will directly benefit our students that may need extra support for summer literacy. We are asking families to donate gently used books now through May 12 to your school counseling office. Books of any genre are accepted as they will be distributed to children of all ages in our District.

Today is Arbor Day. The Arbor Day Foundation encourages everyone to plant a tree, find a local tree planting event, or donate to programs to ensure trees continue to be put in the ground. https://www.arborday.org/ #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

April is Financial Literacy Month. At PCSSD, we are proud to partner with Economics Arkansas to help our students learn about economics and personal finance! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Today is Administrative Professionals Day. At PCSSD we are so thankful for the work and dedication of the many administrative professionals across the district! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

We love PCSSD and would love for you to come work with us! If you want to make a difference in the lives of children and have a supportive, caring team around here - apply now! https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers https://youtu.be/P9wRkmtyW70 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD is excited to announce our 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year winners for each school! These amazing educators went above and beyond for their students this year. Congratulations to LaCynthia Virden from CHENAL ELEMENTARY! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Today is Earth Day! This year's theme is "Invest in Our Planet" encouraging all of us to recognize our collective responsibility to the planet and accelerate our actions to make a difference. PCSSD is proud to partner with PeachJar to do our part! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

April is Scottish-American Heritage Month. This month we celebrate the history and contributions of the Scottish and Scottish-Irish heritage. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

April is Occupational Therapy Month. Thank you to the PCSSD Occupational Therapists who work with our students daily to help them improve or develop skills for daily living! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

We love PCSSD and would love for you to come work with us! If you want to make a difference in the lives of children and have a supportive, caring team around here - apply now! https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers https://youtu.be/3ZTsIgOcioE #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Tax Day has been extended for Pulaski County residents until July 31! Gov. Sanders issued an executive order and the IRS has delayed collection for areas hit by the tornadoes on March 31. https://trst.in/4ru72V #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

This is National School Volunteer Week. We are so thankful for the many volunteers who take their time to be in our schools helping students and teachers. We couldn't do it without you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

CALS Children's Library and Learning Center is celebrating their birthday by inviting kids to a PJ storytime. Stop buy the event for a guest reader and breakfast for dinner! https://cals.org/childrens-library #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Earth Day is just a week away, but the Central Arkansas Library System is hosting a number of events this month to celebrate Earth Day. Check out their website for some upcoming activities! https://trst.in/G1Esdg #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

One week from today is the DEA's National Drug Take Back Day. Get your unused and expired medications together to bring to a drop off location on Saturday, April 22! Find a drop off location near you: https://trst.in/0Yi0Wl #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

DHS's Every Child Arkansas is a new program to support and recruit foster parents from around the state. The mission of Every Child Arkansas is to invite people to consider fostering and spread awareness that everyone can make a difference. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

April is School Library Month! Thank you to the dedicated Teacher Librarians across PCSSD! This month we would like to shout out these professionals by feeder. We are thankful for the TLs in the Robinson feeder! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

At the April board meeting, the PCSSD Board of Education voted to eliminate the policy requiring uniforms for elementary students. This will go into effect beginning with the 2023-2024 school year. A dress code will be put in place in the coming weeks. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Janice Warren at jwarren@pcssd.org.

April is Arab-American Heritage Month. This month we celebrate the contributions and achievements of Arab-Americans, along with their heritage. In 2022, Congress issued a proclamation commemorating the event. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

We love PCSSD and would love for you to come work with us! If you want to make a difference in the lives of children and have a supportive, caring team around here - apply now! https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers https://youtu.be/vsmaDbuHn_Q #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence