Looking ahead this week, just a reminder that there is NO SCHOOL for students on Thursday (Nov. 3) and Friday (Nov. 4). Teachers will be attending professional development both days. PCSSD offices will be open normal business hours.
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Dyslexia and dysgraphia are often confused and often occur together. Dysgraphia mainly affects writing. Symptoms include difficulty with spelling, poor handwriting, and problems organizing thoughts on paper. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Members of the Arkansas Symphony visited our 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders with the "Meet the Strings" program. Kegan Sandlin was chosen as our "guest conductor" Dominic Matlock was featured on the double bass. We are proud of all our aspiring musicians! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The season is winding down, but that doesn't mean the games are any less exciting! All 4 PCSSD high schools are playing tonight - kickoff at 7pm! If you can't make it to the game, you can watch it live: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network. Good luck! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Principal Month. Jason Young is the principal of MAUMELLE HIGH.
Fun Fact: I like to build stuff from wood. I built our dining room table, outside coffee table & our pergola. Next, I plan to build an outdoor swing for my wife.
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Today is World Occupational Therapy Day and we celebrate the occupational therapists who serve our students across PCSSD. Thank you for your commitment to helping our PCSSD students and families! #pcssdproud #equitandexcellence
October is National Principal Month. Leslie Ireland is the administrator of the DRIVEN Virtual Academy for grades 6-12.
Fun Fact: I love playing sports & having fun. It doesn't matter if I'm good at it, I like giving it a try & being active.
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Theatre programs at PCSSD are available at JOE T. ROBINSON, MAUMELLE, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES, and SYLVAN HILLS. We love to see ou students participate and thrive in the creative environment that is the theatre! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is Polish American Heritage Month. This month we recognize and remember the many contributions from those of Polish descent, including our very own county namesake - General Casimir Pulaski. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Principal Month. Felecia Hamilton is the principal of WILLIAM JEFFERSON CLINTON ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: I like to recreate TikTok recipes.
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October is National Principal Month. Pam McCurry is the principal of OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: Something most people don't know about me is that I used to be very shy!
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October is National Principal Month. Yolanda Harris is the principal of CHENAL ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: I'm very competitive. Growing up as a child I played all types of sports. I played volleyball, basketball, softball, and tennis.
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October is National Principal Month. Lisa Watson is the principal of MILLS MIDDLE.
Fun Fact: I love shopping at my favorite store, reading and being a servant leader in my church and school.
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. There are many successful people with dyslexia: Albert Einstein, George Washington, Richard Branson, Pablo Picasso, Henry Ford, Steven Spielberg, Nolan Ryan, and more. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Principal Month. Britney Hickman is the principal of SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: I also work at Henderson State University for Summer Institute to help transition 1st generation high school students to post-secondary.
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October is National Principal Month. Masako Christian is the principal of DAISY BATES ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: Prior to becoming an educator, I worked for a newspaper, did radio ads, and was a community radio news broadcaster.
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Every game counts, especially as head into the final weeks of the season. All 4 PCSSD high schools play tonight, including a district matchup between MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES and ROBINSON! Come to the game or tune in live: www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network
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October is National Principal Month. Taniesa Moore is the principal of JOE T. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: One interesting thing about me is I LOVE NFL Football! I am an official member of Steeler Nation!
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October is National Farm to School Month! PCSSD's student nutrition partner, Chartwells, hosts several Discovery Kitchen events at elementary schools. These events often feature locally grown goods and encourage student to try something new. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
REMINDER Red Ribbon Week at Lawson Elementary is next week! Be prepared for daily themes to celebrate the week of October 24 - 28.
•Monday, October 24 - "Say Peace Out to Drugs!" Wear neon or tie-dyed color clothing.
•Tuesday, October 25 - "Wacky Tacky Tuesday / Don't Get Mixed Up in Drugs!" Wear your craziest, mixed-up outfit.
•Wednesday, October 26 - "Team Up Against Drugs!" Wear your favorite team jersey or colors.
•Thursday, October 27 - "Be a JEANous and Say No to Drugs!" Wear jeans.
•Friday, October 28 - "Say Goodnight to Drugs!" Wear school-appropriate pajamas.
Let's have fun and celebrate Red Ribbon Week!
