Lawson Elementary

Joe T. Robinson High School celebrated a key construction milestone today as the final beam was raised on its new campus addition. The project adds a three‑story classroom building to support Robinson’s growing enrollment, along with a dedicated band building that doubles as a FEMA‑rated storm shelter for up to 1,000 people. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

1 day ago, PCSSD

A construction worker steadies the ceremonial steel beam, decorated with an American flag and tree, during the topping out ceremony.

Joe T. Robinson High School Principal Laconya Isaac signs the ceremonial steel beam before it is lifted into place.

Attendees sign the ceremonial steel beam during the Joe T. Robinson High School topping out ceremony.

A construction worker stands in a lift near the crane hook as crews prepare to place the ceremonial beam at the Joe T. Robinson High School addition.

Joe T. Robinson High School Principal Laconya Isaac speaks with attendees during the topping out ceremony for the new school addition.

Inside the new Joe T. Robinson High School addition, construction crews prepare plumbing and groundwork in a large unfinished building space.

A crane lifts the ceremonial beam into place during the Joe T. Robinson High School addition topping out ceremony as workers guide the steel structure.

A PCSSD staff member speaks on camera at the Joe T. Robinson High School construction site during the topping out ceremony.

A PCSSD employee watches the Joe T. Robinson High School topping out ceremony while holding a water bottle.

Construction workers stand atop a steel beam with an American flag and small tree attached before it is raised into place at Joe T. Robinson High School.

PCSSD is proud to announce our 25-26 Teachers and Support Staff of the Year! We will celebrate all these employees and announce the overall district-level winners on Thursday. See the full list at https://www.pcssd.org/article/2920185.

8 days ago, PCSSD

A blue recognition graphic with school‑themed illustrations. Center photo shows Stephanie Sykes smiling in a blazer and white shirt. Text reads: “Lawson Elementary School,” “Stephanie Sykes — Cafeteria Worker,” “Support Staff of the Year,” and “2026.”

School may be out – but school meals are still in! Children in the PCSSD community won't go hungry this summer and will have the opportunity to eat for free, thanks to PCSSD and its foodservice partner, Chartwells K12. This summer, we will be preparing meal packs for breakfast & lunch for anyone 18 years or younger in the community. The PCCSD summer meal program does not require registration or identification, and children do not have to attend PCSSD schools to receive the meals. Just show up at the pickup sites on distribution days from 7:00-10:00 a.m., and the meals will be loaded into your vehicle. For more details, see the attached image. #ServeAll #PCSSDproud

9 days ago, PCSSD

A colorful flyer titled “Summer Meals” announces free breakfast and lunch meal packs for children under 18. It lists two pickup locations—Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School and Cato Elementary School—and states that meals are distributed on Thursdays from June 4 to July 30 between 7:00–10:00am, with one Wednesday distribution due to a holiday. The flyer notes that each pack includes 10 meals, no registration or ID is required, and children do not have to attend PCSSD. The design includes bright summer graphics such as sunglasses, fruit slices, flip‑flops, and a sun, along with the Chartwells and PCSSD logos.

Summer EBT is back. Eligible families can receive $120 per student to help with groceries this summer. Some students qualify automatically, and others may need to apply. Check eligibility at ar.gov/SummerEBT and apply at access.arkansas.gov.

El programa Summer EBT ha regresado. Las familias que califican pueden recibir $120 por estudiante para ayudar con los comestibles este verano. Algunos estudiantes califican automáticamente y otros deberán presentar una solicitud. Verifica tu elegibilidad en ar.gov/SummerEBT y solicita en access.arkansas.gov.

10 days ago, PCSSD

English‑language flyer titled “Summer EBT is back!” explaining that eligible families can receive $120 in grocery benefits per school‑aged child during the summer. It notes that many students qualify automatically through SNAP, TEA, or Medicaid and that others may need to apply. The page includes steps to check eligibility at ar.gov/SummerEBT and instructions to apply through access.arkansas.gov. Logos for No Kid Hungry and the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance appear at the top, with simple food‑themed graphics throughout.

Spanish‑language flyer titled “¡Vuelve Summer EBT!” explaining that eligible families can receive $120 in grocery benefits per school‑aged child during the summer. It states that many students qualify automatically through SNAP, TEA, or Medicaid and that others may need to apply. The page includes steps to check eligibility at ar.gov/SummerEBT and instructions to apply through access.arkansas.gov. Logos for No Kid Hungry and the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance appear at the top, with matching food‑themed graphics.

Our TREK students have spent the last few weeks working on creating arcade games for our kindergartners to try out. They made games like claw machines and ski ball, they even had prizes for students to win. We are amazed by the creativity they show everyday. Keep up the good work!

15 days ago, Elizabeth Butera

4th grade student with her Bun Bum Machine

3rd grade student with his basketball game

3rd and 4th grade students with their mystery prize game

kindergarten students trying out the Bun Bum Machine

kindergarten students trying out the mystery game

kindergartners trying out one of the claw machines

Last Friday, we were visited by Mr. Eric Grist from Arkansas Children's Hospital. He taught our school about ATV and summer safety. He presented about Operation Safe T.R.I.P.S.S. which stands for training, ride off road, impairment danger, plan ahead, single rider, and safety equipment. We learned several valuable lessons on ATV safety. He even gave away four ATV/Dirt Bike helmets to a few lucky students! We are grateful to be visited by members of our community to help us learn about ways to stay safe over the upcoming Summer Break!

15 days ago, Elizabeth Butera

photo of slideshow titled “Operation Safe T.R.I.P.S.S.

Student Nutrition is offering Breakfast in the Classroom at all elementary schools through the end of the school year. This is free to students, so please be sure your scholar arrives in time for Breakfast in the Classroom. #ServeAll #PCSSDproud

16 days ago, PCSSD

A bright red poster features smiling cartoon breakfast foods, including toast, an orange, milk, a cookie, peanut butter, jelly, bacon, and a fried egg. Large text at the top reads “Free Breakfast in the Classroom for All Elementary Schools.” The design promotes Student Nutrition’s Breakfast in the Classroom program.

Nurse Appreciation Week is the perfect time to recognize our wonderful school nurses. From caring for students on campus to promoting a healthy school environment, your hard work is invaluable! Thank you for the support, the expertise, and the heart you bring! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll #NursesAppreciationWeek

21 days ago, PCSSD

👩‍🏫 This week, we celebrate the teachers who impact so much of what PCSSD is. 🍎
Thank you for your creativity, consistency, and commitment that shape students’ futures — not by accident, but because of the intention and care you bring to your work every single day. #TeacherAppreciationWeek

22 days ago, PCSSD

🍽️ It’s National School Lunch Hero Day! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️
Today we’re celebrating our Champions of the Tray — the incredible nutrition professionals who prepare and serve meals to students across PCSSD. From early mornings to busy lunch lines, these heroes deliver more than food. They bring care, kindness, and community to every campus.

Their work supports student success far beyond the cafeteria, helping learners stay focused, energized, and ready to thrive in the classroom.

Join us in saying THANK YOU to your favorite lunch hero by sharing a message of appreciation below! #SchoolLunchHeroDay #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

27 days ago, PCSSD

A cafeteria worker wearing glasses and a “Champion” cap holds a small box labeled “School Nutrition Hero Day” in a school cafeteria.

Three cafeteria staff members stand together behind a serving counter, wearing aprons and hair coverings, smiling with their arms around each other.

Five cafeteria staff members pose in a commercial kitchen; one holds a small white box with a colorful label.

Three cafeteria workers wearing aprons and “Champion” caps stand in a decorated cafeteria with colorful hanging ribbons and banners.

Five cafeteria staff members wearing matching navy Student Nutrition shirts and “Champion” caps stand against a tiled wall.

A navy cap embroidered with “Champion of the Tray” sits in front of a box displaying a colorful School Lunch Hero Day sign.

Four cafeteria staff members wearing “Champion” caps pose together; one holds a small box with a School Lunch Hero message.

Two cafeteria staff members stand side by side in a stainless‑steel commercial kitchen with ovens and equipment behind them.

A colorful cartoon illustration of five characters in yellow aprons and gloves posing heroically under the text “School Lunch Hero Day.”

There is still an hour left to come by and see us at the PCSSSD Showcase & Career Expo today! Until 12 this morning, we are inviting people to learn more about joining our team! It is located in the Mills High School Galaxy Arena at 708 E Dixon Rd, Little Rock, AR. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

➡️ Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2822042
PCSSD is officially a Purple Star School District! Last night, district and school leaders accepted the banner recognizing that every PCSSD school now meets the state’s highest standard for supporting military‑connected students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

A group of PCSSD leaders and school liaisons stand together indoors holding a large purple banner that reads “Purple Star School District.” Behind them is a wall with the Pulaski County Special School District seal. A quote from Terri Williams appears on the image, along with a button labeled “Find Out More.”

Please join us in celebrating our Students of the Month! This month, we are celebrating leadership in the classroom. Our Students of the Month show effective communication, collaboration with others, strong decision-making skills, and empathy. We are so proud of our Students of the Month!

about 2 months ago, Elizabeth Butera

Image of Kindergarten Student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is wearing a green t shirt with blue spots.

Image of Kindergarten Student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is wearing a black t shirt.

Image of First Grade Student who was nominated for Student of the Month. She is wearing a grey t shirt.

Image of First Grade Student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is wearing a blue Nautica t shirt.

Image of Second Grade Student who was nominated for Student of the Month. She is wearing a pink t shirt.

Image of Second Grade Student who was nominated for Student of the Month. He is wearing a white t shirt.

Image of Fourth Grade student who was nominated for student of the month. She is wearing a blue jacket with white dots.

Image of fourth grade student who received student of the month. He is wearing a green t shirt.

Image of fifth grade student who was nominated for student of the month. He is wearing a black shirt and camo jacket.

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!!

2 months 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

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!

2 months 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".

🌡️ 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.

2 months 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

3 months 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

3 months 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.

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.

3 months 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.

3 months ago, PCSSD