Paraprofessionals wear many hats in PCSSD, from supporting classes to assisting with special education. On Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we say thanks for their daily dedication. If a parapro has impacted your student, take a moment to thank them below. #pcssdproud #serveall
World Autism Awareness Day is a chance to celebrate students with autism while fostering acceptance & inclusion.
“The role of a teacher is to ignite a spark in a student’s mind, but you have to know what kind of spark you’re dealing with.” – Temple Grandin. #pcssdproud #serveall
With ATLAS testing coming up beginning April 15th, it is so important that students have their Chromebooks charged BEFORE they come to school. So, set an alarm or a reminder on your phone, put a sticky note on the fridge, or whatever works to help students remember to charge those devices!
#ElevatingExcellence #ChargeThoseDevices #ShowUpAndShowOut
Our ATLAS testing begins April 15th, and we get started at 8:30 each day. It's so important to be ON TIME for these days because once a test has begun, students cannot enter the testing session and will have to do make-up sessions instead.
Please set those alarms - or even double alarms - to get up and ready for school. Our goal is 100% of our tested students will be on campus ON TIME for test days. We can do it!
#ElevatingExcellence #ShowUpAndShowOut #OnTimeForTesting
Do you know one of the most important characteristics of a successful student? They are at school and rarely miss! This has proven to help students achieve academically, and during testing, it's even more important.
Beginning Tuesday, April 15th, we need every student at school so that they can begin their ATLAS state testing on time. Our goal is 100% attendance for the testing groups. So, on the 15th and 16th, that would include our freshmen and sophomores. On the following days, it will be students who are taking Algebra I, geometry, and/or biology.
Let's be here and let's be great!
#ElevatingExcellence #ShowUpAndShowOut
Believe it or not, our state testing - the ATLAS exam - begins just two weeks from today! This infographic shares lots of strategies as students get ready to show what they know. Be planning now so that we can have a very successful testing week. #ElevatingExcellence #BePrepared
The 3M Safety Roadshow stopped at Mills University Studies High just before spring break, giving students the chance to explore the 3M mobile training center. Students watched a safety training and PPE demonstrations and then paired in small groups inside the mobile classroom for a lesson in quality assurance and efficiency. MUSHS also received a check for $50,000 for 3M for strategic investments in skills trade within the the school.
Read more about the visit: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2117466
As we wrap up Theatre in our Schools Month, let's give MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH's drama program a standing ovation. Students are flying through preparations for their presentation of Peter/Wendy on April 21 and 22. #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD Registration 101: Parents who would like to request an intradistrict transfer for their student, from one PCSSD school to another, must complete a Permit to Transfer Application. Get started here: https://trst.in/cZ0YLI #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD Registration 101: Do you need to double check your zoned school? Look no further, you can find your zoned school here: https://trst.in/tbgFsL. When you expand the zone map to full size, you can type in your address to get the exact zone. #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD Registration 101: Will your student be returning to your zoned PCSSD school for the 25-26 school year? Then we have great news! No need to re-register your student, he/she will automatically be re-enrolled for next year! ✅ #pcssdproud #serveall
Classes may be out, but PCSSD Registration 101 is in session all week. DID YOU KNOW? Registration for the 25-26 school year opened March 10 for students (grades K-12) who will be new to PCSSD. Click here to get started: www.pcssd.org/register
#pcssdproud #serveall
March is Greek-American Heritage Month! 🇬🇷 Did you know? The word "alphabet" comes from the first two Greek letters—alpha & beta. #pcssdproud #serveall
We're on Spring Break this week. All schools and District offices will be closed March 24-28. We'll see everyone back on Monday, March 31. Enjoy the break! #pcssdproud #serveall
Youth Art Month wraps up by spotlighting masterpieces from the MILLS feeder. In these schools and across the district, students enjoy hands-on opportunities to stretch and grow their creative skills. We want to know, what is your favorite kind of art? #pcssdproud #serveall
It's World Poetry Day! Take a deep dive into this playful, emotional literary art as a family by reading the work of each Young People’s Poet Laureate! Start exploring here: https://trst.in/caZyje #pcssdproud #serveall
The date of World Down Syndrome Day (March 21) is a nod to the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome. Find out how to spread awareness and take action for people with Down syndrome: https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/
#pcssdproud #serveall
It's officially Spring! Look out for signs that Spring has sprung: warmer, longer days, more rain and flowers in bloom! 🌷What's your favorite thing about Spring? #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Harper's classes have been participating in cupcake wars this week! The students made vanilla or chocolate cupcakes from scratch and had to show their work to the judges who evaluated them on display, taste, and presentation. Which one do you think won?
#ElevatingExcellence
#CookingMatters
We want to send a huge congratulations to our Mills University Studies High School band who performed last night and received all SUPERIOR (highest score possible) ratings on stage and in sight reading.
Of the forty-five bands that performed in our region, only six scored this well with MUSH being one of those! Their hard work, dedication, extra practice, and outstanding directors have made this achievement possible. Way to go, band!!!
#ElevatingExcellence
#MusicMatters
#TheBandAlwaysWins
