This week, some of our students attended the annual EAST conference. EAST is a program focused on community service and technology. They have worked so hard on their projects and showed us why they are some of Lawson's leaders. We are so proud of them and their dedication to learning and helping others!!
6 days ago, Elizabeth Butera
image of EAST conference team wearing business clothing in front of their display.
image of EAST conference team in front of their display.
image of some EAST conference students at closing ceremonies
EAST conference students at closing ceremonies
EAST conference students at closing ceremonies
Today at Lawson, we had an Electrical Safety Magic Show hosted by Mr. Scott Davis and the Electrical Cooperatives of Arkansas. Mr. Scott always puts on such a fun and informative show that teaches our students to stop, look, and think before making decisions around electricity. Thank you again, Mr. Scott Davis and the Electrical Cooperatives of Little Rock for such an amazing show!
8 days ago, Elizabeth Butera
Scott Davis in front our Lawson Students explaining what his show is all about (electrical safety). He is on stage with a banner behind him that reads "making accidents disappear".
Scott Davis in front our Lawson Students explaining what his show is all about (electrical safety). He is on stage with a banner behind him that reads "making accidents disappear".
Scott Davis in front our Lawson Students explaining what his show is all about (electrical safety). He is on stage with a banner behind him that reads "making accidents disappear". He is holding a small dry erase board with an electrical outlet drawn on it named "Sparky".
Scott Davis in front our Lawson Students explaining what his show is all about (electrical safety). He is on stage with a banner behind him that reads "making accidents disappear". He is pulling an electrical pole out of his toolbox.
Scott Davis in front our Lawson Students explaining what his show is all about (electrical safety). He is on stage with a banner behind him that reads "making accidents disappear". He has a student helper who is wearing a green "lucky me" shirt. She is holding out two pieces of tissue paper and being instructed to rip them.
Scott Davis in front our Lawson Students explaining what his show is all about (electrical safety). He is on stage with a banner behind him that reads "making accidents disappear". He has a student helper who is wearing a green "lucky me" shirt. The paper she was holding in previous photos was "magically" transformed into a hat.
Scott Davis in front our Lawson Students explaining what his show is all about (electrical safety). He is on stage with a banner behind him that reads "making accidents disappear". He has a student helper who is wearing a green "lucky me" shirt. He has a second student helper who is in kindergarten. He is wearing a green camo shirt.
Scott Davis in front our Lawson Students explaining what his show is all about (electrical safety). He is on stage with a banner behind him that reads "making accidents disappear". He has a student helper who is wearing a green "lucky me" shirt. He has a second student helper who is in kindergarten. He is wearing a green camo shirt and now has a magicians hat and wand.
🌡️ Help Us Keep Students Healthy! 🤧
As we head into Spring Break, please review these guidelines on when to keep your child home from school.

According to the latest Viral Respiratory Diseases Report from the Arkansas Department of Health, public schools saw an average absenteeism rate of 8.2% last week. Following these guidelines helps keep our classrooms healthy and learning strong.
10 days ago, PCSSD
Informational poster from PCSSD titled “When Should I Keep My Child Home from School?” Lists symptoms and conditions that warrant keeping a child home, including fever, vomiting, persistent cough, sore throat, rash, pink eye, and contagious illnesses like flu or COVID-19. Also outlines criteria for returning to school, such as being symptom-free for 24 hours and feeling well enough to participate. Includes a reminder to notify the school of any contagious diagnoses and references page 52 of the PCSSD Student Handbook for more details. Poster features bold headings, icons, and a clean layout for clarity.

The Pulaski County Special School District Health Center is open and ready to serve you with unmatched convenience. Mainline Health partners offer comprehensive care for both students and staff:
🩺 Primary Care: Quick, easy access for physicals, sick visits, chronic care management, immunizations, and general wellness.
🧠 Behavioral Health: Confidential, on-site support for your mental health needs.
👇 Watch this video to see hours, services, and book your visit today using the link in the video description:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgcFuUsvj5M
#PCSSDproud #ServeAll

14 days ago, PCSSD

🎓 AVID Wednesday Spotlight: WICOR in Action! ✏️📚

The foundation of AVID techniques is the WICOR framework — Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading — and it was on full display at Sylvan Hills High School.

In Mrs. Bridges’ history class, students explored industrialization and its impact on countries worldwide. After reading about the topic in class, they dug deeper through research, organized their findings into visual models, collaborated on large‑scale posters, and used inquiry to understand how global events shaped the modern world.

👕 Don’t forget to wear your college or career shirt tomorrow and celebrate the strategies that help our scholars think critically and dream big.

#AVID #WICOR #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

16 days ago, PCSSD
Student writing on a piece of paper on the ground
Student writing on a piece of paper on the ground as she researches from a laptop. Other students are researching behind her.
Students putting their desks together to research on laptops and write on a large paper.
Student writing on a piece of paper on the ground as she researches from a laptop. Another students is researching beside her.
Students putting their desks together to research on laptops and write on a large paper.
Today, our fourth grade students were educated on the history of the Little Rock Nine. A special thanks to our guest speaker, Agnolia B. Gay, from the Little Rock Central High National Historic Site. We are so grateful for the opportunity to learn about Arkansas history.
16 days ago, Elizabeth Butera
Image of Agnolia B. Gay in front of 4th grade students and teachers. She is educating the group on the Little Rock Nine. There are three banners behind her. One with books on it., one with Little Rock Central High National Historic Site, and one with the Little Rock Capitol Building.

The Pulaski County Special School District Health Center is open and ready to serve you with unmatched convenience. Mainline Health partners offer comprehensive care for both students and staff:
🩺 Primary Care: Quick, easy access for physicals, sick visits, chronic care management, immunizations, and general wellness.
🧠 Behavioral Health: Confidential, on-site support for your mental health needs.
👇 Watch this video to see hours, services, and book your visit today using the link in the video description:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgcFuUsvj5M
#PCSSDproud #ServeAll

16 days ago, PCSSD

It’s National School Breakfast Week, and you don't have to try green eggs and ham like Mrs. Neal's class. 🍳 Breakfast is FREE for every single student in PCSSD starting this school year!

According to the School Nutrition Association, students who eat breakfast are more likely to:
📈 Reach higher achievement levels in reading and math
📝 Score higher on standardized tests
🎯 Have better concentration and memory
🏃‍♂️ Maintain a healthy weight and stay alert

We are proud to fuel our students' minds and bodies! Way to go, Mrs. Neal and Sherwood Elementary, for this fun memory. #PCSSDProud #ServeAll #NationalSchoolBreakfastWeek #ReadAcrossAmerica

20 days ago, PCSSD
A student in a green t-shirt takes a bite of green scrambled eggs from a white plate that also holds a slice of ham.
A white paper plate on a wooden desk contains a serving of bright green scrambled eggs and two slices of ham, served with a teal plastic fork.
A smiling student in a maroon dress sits at her desk, holding a teal fork with a bite of ham as she prepares to eat.
A teacher smiles while holding a stack of Dr. Seuss books, including The Cat in the Hat, Fox in Socks, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish, and Green Eggs and Ham.
A young student in a white hoodie sits at a desk, looking down at a plate of green eggs and ham with a hand over her mouth, appearing amused or surprised.

PCSSD is aware of the concerns being raised by Lifetouch. PCSSD had an agreement in place prior to all of this new information being released, and the process for providing all school photos had already begun. PCSSD is currently reviewing for potential changes with the agreement, and the district will be considering other options for the next school year.

27 days ago, PCSSD
Today was our 2nd Annual ALPHA Shark Tank Presentation. Our 5th grade ALPHA students dove into the world of entrepreneurship with this Shark Tank activity. Students were challenged to come up with inventions and creative solutions to real-world problems, then pitch their ideas to our panel of "Sharks." We were blown away by their originality, confidence, and problem-solving skills!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Butera
image of 5th grade student who is pitching her “The Light” invention. it is used to help you see into the mailbox
Image of a fifth grade student presenting, his invention was “The Back Saver". A device used to help garden.
Image of a fifth grade student. His invention was the game cooler. It is used to cool a gaming system.
Image of a fifth grade student, her invention was a snowball maker
Image of the panel of judges
Congrats to our Kindergarten through 2nd Grade Students of the Month! This month, we are celebrating perseverance in the classroom! These students show dedication to their learning, work hard, and never give up. They show resilience and are shining examples of what it means to take ownership of their learning. We are so proud of them!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Butera
Kindergarten student who was nominated for Student of the Month. She is in a green t shirt.
Kindergarten student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is in a blue t shirt.
First Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. She is in a floral dress.
First Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is in a blue shirt.
Second Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. She is in a white t shirt.
Second Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. She is in a black long sleeve t shirt.
Congrats to our 3rd Grade through 5th Grade Students of the Month! This month, we are celebrating perseverance in the classroom! These students show dedication to their learning, work hard, and never give up. They show resilience and are shining examples of what it means to take ownership of their learning. We are so proud of them!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Butera
Third Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is in a black t shirt.
Third Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is in a peach t shirt and brown jacket.
Fourth Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. She is in a blue horse and floral print shirt with a pink jacket.
Image of fourth grade student who received student of the month. He is wearing a black long sleeve shirt.
Fifth Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. She is in a beige sweater.
Fifth Grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is in a camo hoodie.

REMINDER: School is closed today for parent-teacher conferences. Parent teacher conferences will be held at each school from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Students will return to classes tomorrow. District offices will remain open.

about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Alt text: A dark blue PCSSD announcement graphic with chalk‑style school doodles, including a globe, laptop, pencil, paper, apple, music note, and stars. Large red and white text reads “Parent/Teacher Conferences” and “Schools Closed Monday, February 16.” The PCSSD logo appears at the top.

School will be out on Monday, February 16, for parent-teacher conferences. Parent teacher conferences will be held at each school from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Students will return to classes on Tuesday, February 17. District offices will remain open.

about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Alt text: A dark blue PCSSD announcement graphic with chalk‑style school doodles, including a globe, laptop, pencil, paper, apple, music note, and stars. Large red and white text reads “Parent/Teacher Conferences” and “Schools Closed Monday, February 16.” The PCSSD logo appears at the top.
Robinson Wrestling is building a powerful legacy under Coaches Keilan and Grant Patterson — the only all-Black high school wrestling coaching staff in Arkansas. Their leadership has helped propel Robinson athletes to the State Wrestling Tournament, which begins tomorrow. 💪🏽🤼‍♂️

Read a special submission from PCSSD parent Kelly Bittle about their impact on and off the mat: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2705335

#BlackHistoryMonth #PCSSDproud #ServeAll #GoSenators
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
A photo shows two people sitting close together and smiling at an event. A quote is displayed beside them from Keilan Patterson, Joe T. Robinson High School wrestling head coach, saying their goal is to build athletes’ character beyond winning medals. The graphic includes the PCSSD web address and a “Find Out More” prompt.
All PCSSD schools and offices will be open and operating on a normal schedule for Tuesday, February 3. After-school activities are expected to resume, but please contact your individual school for confirmation. We know that some students may still be unable to safely travel to school. If your student will be absent, you should contact the school registrar or attendance clerk.

Our maintenance and transportation teams have worked diligently for several days removing snow and ice at our facilities, as well as assessing neighborhood routes for our buses. We have identified several bus routes that will be impacted due to lingering hazardous road conditions. A separate communication will be shared at approximately 6 p.m. for families on impacted bus routes. All other transportation routes will operate normally. Thank you for your incredible support and patience during this latest round of winter weather.
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Tuesday, February 3. Pulaski County. Schools and offices are OPEN.
All PCSSD schools will be closed on Monday, February 2. Our maintenance crews have made great strides in clearing walkways and parking lots at our facilities, as well as monitoring travel on city and county roadways, and we appreciate their hard work. Due to continued concerns about hazardous road conditions, schools will remain closed. PCSSD Central Office staff and some district employees will return to work. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we make these difficult decisions. We plan to continue monitoring the weather and will provide future updates as needed.
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Monday, February 2. Pulaski County. Schools will be closed. Central Office open.
Coming soon to Lawson Elementary, the Model Railroad Club. Security Guard Mr. Jeff Bradford is the club sponsor, and students with great conduct, good grades, good attendance, and strong initiative who are friendly and courteous can get a teacher recommendation to join.
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Train tracks in focus in the foreground. The background is blurry with a silouette and a school entrance
Lawson Elementary School Model Railroad Club club poster that lists what members must demonstrate
Security Guard Jeff Bradford sits behind a table with train tracks
Two square tables with circular train tracks outside a school cafeteria
With a dominant 19–1–1 record and a 4A championship run, Todd Eskola has been selected as NFHS Section 6 Girls Soccer Coach of the Year. Only one coach receives across Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2666524
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Article cover for Todd Eskola selected as Coach of the Year. The image shows Eskola holding his award certificate
All PCSSD schools and district offices will be closed on Friday, January 30, due to continued hazardous road and weather conditions. All events and activities are canceled or will be rescheduled. The increased temperatures and sunlight have helped to thaw roadways, and our maintenance crews continue to make progress clearing sidewalks and parking lots at our facilities. Even with these improvements, many of our students and employees would still face potentially dangerous travel conditions. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make these difficult decisions. We plan to continue monitoring the weather and will provide future updates as needed.
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Friday, January 30. Pulaski County. Continued Hazards. Closed.