Pine Forest Elementary

Today is Groundhog Day and Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this morning. That means he is predicting 6 more weeks of winter! So don't put your winter coats up just yet! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

This Black History Month we are celebrating African Americans who made a lasting impact on education. Fanny Jackson Coppin was the first African-American principal, serving 37 years in Philadelphia and elsewhere. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Parents of current 5th - 7th graders - this is your last chance to learn more about cheer tryouts at Maumelle Middle for next year. The meeting is VIRTUAL and starts at 6:30 p.m. tonight. The link for all meetings is meet.google.com/egr-mxnj-gxm. Cheer contact: Ashley Washam, awasham7342@pcssd.org. Pep/Dance contact: Lasuandra Williams, lwilliams6809@pcssd.org.

This Black History Month we are celebrating African Americans who made a lasting impact on education. Nathan Hare directed the first university Black Studies program in the U.S. at San Francisco State in 1968. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

This week's Mood Boost Cafe word is SMART. Smart Moodie is has some fun recipes at pcssd.org that will help get both your taste buds and brain moving as you boost your mood! https://www.pcssd.org/page/chartwells-k12 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

The School Choice Act of 2015 enabled students in K-12 to attend school in a nonresident district. If you would like to join our PCSSD family but live outside our zone, school choice applications are accepted through May 1. https://www.pcssd.org/page/school-choice #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The U.S. State Department has compiled a list of 20 ways to help fight human trafficking. Learn more about human trafficking and how to help victims: www.state.gov/20-ways-you-can-help-fight-human-trafficking #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Today is National Puzzle Day! PCSSD has puzzle clubs throughout the District and we all enjoy exercising our brains and the challenge of puzzles. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Today is Data Privacy Day to raise awareness about protecting your online information, particularly social networking. Learn more about cybersecurity here: https://staysafeonline.org/ #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

In addition to educational opportunities, PCSSD also offers athletic opportunities. Our athletic programs aim to instill loyalty, teamwork, and leadership while maintaining honesty and integrity in every student athlete. https://www.pcssd.org/page/athletics #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Across the country, National Board Certified Teachers drive change and impact students, schools, and communities. Let’s celebrate the 49 National Board Certified Teachers in PCSSD! We appreciate you! https://www.pcssd.org/article/975555 #NBCTstrong #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD is proud of our hardworking students! Annually, PCSSD students earn nearly $16 million in scholarships to go toward college. Congratulations students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

January is School Board Appreciation Month. Thank you to Board President Stephen Delaney for his service to PCSSD and our students. In his spare time, Mr. Delaney enjoys making memes. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD has a 100% online school for students in K-12. This program provides flexibility in coursework with self-paced options, mentoring programs, and curriculum delivery flexibility. Learn more: https://dva.pcssd.org/o/driven/page/about-dva #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

School Choice applications are available on our website for students and families who currently live outside of PCSSD lines. If you would like to join our PCSSD family, school choice applications are accepted through May 1. https://www.pcssd.org/page/school-choice #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Building for the Future is a series of 9 projects funded by a bond restructuring passed by voters in 2021. Some projects are already underway while others are still to come, but we are excited for what is planned at PCSSD. https://www.pcssd.org/page/building-for-the-future #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

January is School Board Appreciation Month. Thank you to Wendy Potter for her service to PCSSD and our students. In her spare time, Ms. Potter enjoys sewing, the Razorbacks, vinyl crafts, and DIY projects. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

STEM is an important initiative across PCSSD that encourages students to collaborate, persevere and think critically. The monthly STEM is LIT challenges combine reading with STEM lessons to understand how everything works together. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Mentoring Monday! January is National Mentoring Month. Future Teachers from MAUMELLE HIGH stopped by PINE FOREST ELEMENTARY to work with the students. They tutor the elementary students while gaining classroom experience. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Need a pick me up to boost your mood this week? This week's Mood Boost Cafe word is HAPPY. Eating bright-colored vegetables will not only make your body happy, but it will brighten your mood too! https://www.pcssd.org/page/chartwells-k12 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence