Before teachers welcomed students back to their classrooms, they were the ones learning. On Monday, Brad Chapin, who is a master 's-level psychologist out of Topeka, Kansas, was our presenter and shared his self-regulation training system with our staff. Teachers learned about physical, emotional, and cognitive regulation skills to improve their own practice and support students' academic performance, social interactions, motivation, self-esteem, and more.
👩🏫Teachers and staff spent time at PCSSD Central Office today sharpening skills, sharing ideas, and preparing for a strong semester ahead. See you tomorrow, students!📚#PCSSDproud #ServeAll #BackToSchool #ProfessionalDevelopment
📣 Mills High School Parent Info Night
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Mills High School
Parents and guardians, you’re invited to our Parent Night to learn all about registration and planning for the next school year!
What we’ll cover:
✅ Courses being offered next school year
• Core classes and electives
• Special programs and pathways
• Concurrent credit courses
✅ Graduation Requirements
• Credit requirements for each grade level
• Community service expectations
• How to stay on track to graduate
✅ Registration Process & Deadlines
• Step-by-step instructions for selecting courses
• Key dates and deadlines to remember
• Who to contact for help
🎓 Whether your student is entering 9th grade or preparing for senior year, this event will give you the information you need to support their academic success.
Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions and plan for a strong school year ahead!
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Mills High School
Parents and guardians, you’re invited to our Parent Night to learn all about registration and planning for the next school year!
What we’ll cover:
✅ Courses being offered next school year
• Core classes and electives
• Special programs and pathways
• Concurrent credit courses
✅ Graduation Requirements
• Credit requirements for each grade level
• Community service expectations
• How to stay on track to graduate
✅ Registration Process & Deadlines
• Step-by-step instructions for selecting courses
• Key dates and deadlines to remember
• Who to contact for help
🎓 Whether your student is entering 9th grade or preparing for senior year, this event will give you the information you need to support their academic success.
Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions and plan for a strong school year ahead!
Enjoy your break! ❄️ Schools and offices are closed for the next two weeks in observance of the winter holidays. We will welcome students back to classes on Tuesday, January 6. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
Get ready MUSH! We will be hosting a winter wear drive when we return in January!
Students are encouraged to bring new or very gently worn beanies, gloves, mittens, scarves, and socks for those in our community who are in need.
This will be a competition between our advisory classes. Two items per student count as full participation, and the classes with the best participation percentages will win prizes!
We are excited to see how many items we can collect January 6th through 15th.
#CommunityMatters
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#WinterWearDrive
Students are encouraged to bring new or very gently worn beanies, gloves, mittens, scarves, and socks for those in our community who are in need.
This will be a competition between our advisory classes. Two items per student count as full participation, and the classes with the best participation percentages will win prizes!
We are excited to see how many items we can collect January 6th through 15th.
#CommunityMatters
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#WinterWearDrive
🗓️ Don't forget that schools are closing for the holiday break! Offices will reopen on Monday, January 5, and students will return on Tuesday, January 6. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
The counseling center recently held a holiday party for the counselors' aides and the concurrent credit students. All of the adults and students had a great time with food and fellowship to celebrate the season!
This semester, Ms. Foote’s English classes intentionally honored the school’s mission to prepare students for enrollment, enlistment, employment, and entrepreneurship through real-world learning experiences.
Enrollment (September): Students applied to a college and heard from Richard Pugh (not pictured) (Lincoln Tech, Nashville, TN) about postsecondary options and career pathways.
Enlistment (October): Sgt. Steven Moppert (U.S. Army) (not pictured) discussed the benefits, commitments, and opportunities of military service.
Entrepreneurship (November): Ayesha Foote (Southern Dwellings & Designs), Torey Foote (Foote Family Corporation), and Soroya Tucker (VLS Waste Solutions) shared insights on starting, sustaining, and growing a business.
Employment (December): Natasha King (PeopleReady Staffing) and Rikki Nelson (SEARK College) guided students on professional introductions, resume building, and interview skills.
Ms. Foote extends sincere thanks to each speaker for investing in students and making learning relevant beyond the classroom.
Enrollment (September): Students applied to a college and heard from Richard Pugh (not pictured) (Lincoln Tech, Nashville, TN) about postsecondary options and career pathways.
Enlistment (October): Sgt. Steven Moppert (U.S. Army) (not pictured) discussed the benefits, commitments, and opportunities of military service.
Entrepreneurship (November): Ayesha Foote (Southern Dwellings & Designs), Torey Foote (Foote Family Corporation), and Soroya Tucker (VLS Waste Solutions) shared insights on starting, sustaining, and growing a business.
Employment (December): Natasha King (PeopleReady Staffing) and Rikki Nelson (SEARK College) guided students on professional introductions, resume building, and interview skills.
Ms. Foote extends sincere thanks to each speaker for investing in students and making learning relevant beyond the classroom.
📣 Mills High School Parent Info Night
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Mills High School
Parents and guardians, you’re invited to our Parent Night to learn all about registration and planning for the next school year!
What we’ll cover:
✅ Courses being offered next school year
✅ Graduation Requirements
✅ Registration Process & Deadlines
🎓 Whether your student is entering 9th grade or preparing for senior year, this event will give you the information you need to support their academic success.
Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions and plan for a strong school year ahead!
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Mills High School
Parents and guardians, you’re invited to our Parent Night to learn all about registration and planning for the next school year!
What we’ll cover:
✅ Courses being offered next school year
✅ Graduation Requirements
✅ Registration Process & Deadlines
🎓 Whether your student is entering 9th grade or preparing for senior year, this event will give you the information you need to support their academic success.
Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions and plan for a strong school year ahead!
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
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.
👇 Visit this website to see hours, services, and book your visit today:
https://www.mainlinehealth.net/locations/school-based-clinics/pulaski-county-special-school-district
#PCSSD #ConvenientCare #OnCampusHealth #StudentWellness
🩺 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.
👇 Visit this website to see hours, services, and book your visit today:
https://www.mainlinehealth.net/locations/school-based-clinics/pulaski-county-special-school-district
#PCSSD #ConvenientCare #OnCampusHealth #StudentWellness
We are proud to announce our students and teacher of the month for October!
Our teacher of the month is Ms. Olivia Brown! According to the teacher who nominated her, "Mrs. Brown is always involved with everything. She did a great job with our Trunk or Treat celebration, and she is always willing to help any teacher and has great leadership in our professional learning community meetings."
The freshman student of the month is Jose Rodriguez. His teacher said he is respectable, accountable, empathetic, and completes all assignments. He has an A in ELA, math, science, and social studies! He is a great student!
Chloe Brown is our 10th grade student of the month. Chloe's teacher said she is outstanding when it comes to academics and extracurricular activities. She is taking concurrent college credit, playing basketball, making straight As, and is always polite, kind, and helpful to others.
Our 11th grade student of the month is Kayla Jordan. According to her teacher, she is a hard-working student who does a great job both academically and extracurricularly. She is an outstanding student who is kind, hard-working, and dedicated.
Madison Bowman is the senior voted as student of the month. Her teacher raved about her saying she has gone above and beyond in the welding program. She has put in extra time on two saturdays to hone her skills in the FCAW process and entered a welding competition dominated by male students. She did everything it takes to go that extra mile and to face her fears to get what she wants a young adult and has set and achieved her goals in the welding class.
We are thankful for Comets like these!
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#MillsOnTheMove
#StudentsOfTheMonth
#TeacherOfTheMonth
Our teacher of the month is Ms. Olivia Brown! According to the teacher who nominated her, "Mrs. Brown is always involved with everything. She did a great job with our Trunk or Treat celebration, and she is always willing to help any teacher and has great leadership in our professional learning community meetings."
The freshman student of the month is Jose Rodriguez. His teacher said he is respectable, accountable, empathetic, and completes all assignments. He has an A in ELA, math, science, and social studies! He is a great student!
Chloe Brown is our 10th grade student of the month. Chloe's teacher said she is outstanding when it comes to academics and extracurricular activities. She is taking concurrent college credit, playing basketball, making straight As, and is always polite, kind, and helpful to others.
Our 11th grade student of the month is Kayla Jordan. According to her teacher, she is a hard-working student who does a great job both academically and extracurricularly. She is an outstanding student who is kind, hard-working, and dedicated.
Madison Bowman is the senior voted as student of the month. Her teacher raved about her saying she has gone above and beyond in the welding program. She has put in extra time on two saturdays to hone her skills in the FCAW process and entered a welding competition dominated by male students. She did everything it takes to go that extra mile and to face her fears to get what she wants a young adult and has set and achieved her goals in the welding class.
We are thankful for Comets like these!
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#MillsOnTheMove
#StudentsOfTheMonth
#TeacherOfTheMonth
We want to give a BIG shout out to our cheer team who performed this past weekend and earned outstanding choreography and 1st place cheer performance!!! They have worked hard with their coaches Ms. Warren and Ms. Galloway, and we are super proud of these accomplishments!
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#MillsUniversityStudiesHighSchool
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#MillsUniversityStudiesHighSchool
Class of 2026 Families -
We are offering early discounts on all things senior class related!
You can purchase your senior package, which includes tickets for prom, the senior brunch, and the senior field day, at this time. Lock in your discounts NOW!!! Payment plans are also available to those who need it! If you have any questions, please contact us. We want to make this second semester super special for our seniors!
Single Event Pricing
Prom $50
Brunch $25
Field Day $25
We are offering early discounts on all things senior class related!
You can purchase your senior package, which includes tickets for prom, the senior brunch, and the senior field day, at this time. Lock in your discounts NOW!!! Payment plans are also available to those who need it! If you have any questions, please contact us. We want to make this second semester super special for our seniors!
Single Event Pricing
Prom $50
Brunch $25
Field Day $25
🎉👏On Tuesday evening, the PCSSD Board of Education honored Ms. Elizabeth Prewett, 2025’s Arkansas History Teacher of the Year, selected by the Gilder Lehrman Institute (GLI).🏆📚
👩🏫The Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School teacher will be honored again before the Arkansas State Board of Education in January, representing not only Mills High and Pulaski County but the entire state with this prestigious award.
🏫Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Humanities Specialist Isaac Cross and Social Studies Specialist Ronda Smith (GLI coordinator) presented the recognition before the Board.
🔗Learn more about Elizabeth’s recognition here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2363688 #PCSSDproud #ServeAll #HTOY #CelebrateTeachers #MillsOnTheMove🔰
👩🏫The Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School teacher will be honored again before the Arkansas State Board of Education in January, representing not only Mills High and Pulaski County but the entire state with this prestigious award.
🏫Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Humanities Specialist Isaac Cross and Social Studies Specialist Ronda Smith (GLI coordinator) presented the recognition before the Board.
🔗Learn more about Elizabeth’s recognition here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2363688 #PCSSDproud #ServeAll #HTOY #CelebrateTeachers #MillsOnTheMove🔰
🎁✨ Give Yourself the Gift of Peace of Mind This Holiday Season ✨🎁
🎄 Wrap up the year with confidence, knowing your child’s health is prioritized.
🩺 An annual check-up provides an opportunity to address any health concerns and discuss healthy habits for the upcoming year.
🏫 Your school-based health center is here to support your child’s health journey every step of the way.
📞 Call or 💻 visit MainlineHealth.net to book an appointment today! #MainlineHealth #ChildWellness #HealthyNewYear 💛🌟
🎄 Wrap up the year with confidence, knowing your child’s health is prioritized.
🩺 An annual check-up provides an opportunity to address any health concerns and discuss healthy habits for the upcoming year.
🏫 Your school-based health center is here to support your child’s health journey every step of the way.
📞 Call or 💻 visit MainlineHealth.net to book an appointment today! #MainlineHealth #ChildWellness #HealthyNewYear 💛🌟
Mills University Studies High School is very proud to announce that two of our very own teachers, Ms. Foote and Ms. Prewett, have just been announced as National Board Certified teachers! Only about 3% of teachers in the United States hold this prestigious certification.
Established in 1987, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards is an independent, nonprofit organization working to advance accomplished teaching for all students.
The founding mission of the National Board is to advance the quality of teaching and learning by:
* Maintaining high and rigorous standards for what accomplished teachers should know and be able to do;
* Providing a national voluntary system certifying teachers who meet these standards;
* Advocating related education reforms to integrate National Board Certification in American education and to capitalize on the expertise of National Board Certified Teachers.
It takes a great deal of hard work and time to achieve this accomplishment, so please be sure to congratulate them on this honor!
Ms. Foote and Ms. Prewett are masterful teachers, and we are so thankful that they are Comets!!!
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#MillsOnTheMove
#NBPTS
Established in 1987, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards is an independent, nonprofit organization working to advance accomplished teaching for all students.
The founding mission of the National Board is to advance the quality of teaching and learning by:
* Maintaining high and rigorous standards for what accomplished teachers should know and be able to do;
* Providing a national voluntary system certifying teachers who meet these standards;
* Advocating related education reforms to integrate National Board Certification in American education and to capitalize on the expertise of National Board Certified Teachers.
It takes a great deal of hard work and time to achieve this accomplishment, so please be sure to congratulate them on this honor!
Ms. Foote and Ms. Prewett are masterful teachers, and we are so thankful that they are Comets!!!
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#MillsOnTheMove
#NBPTS
PCSSD will conduct a public hearing on their facilities master plan on Thursday, December 11. Interested persons attending the meeting will be given an opportunity to comment. Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2515586
✨ ’Twas the night before AVID Wednesday,
and all through the halls,
students prepped their shirts
to answer future calls. 🎓
👕Tomorrow, if your school doesn't already have spirit day, wear AVID with a college or career shirt to match the ambition you put into education, just like Joe T. Robinson High School and Sherwood Elementary last week!📚 #AVID #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
Students in Mr. Thompson's anatomy & physiology classes have recently been dissecting pigs in order to better understand their structures and functions. Students had to work cooperatively to first explore the exterior portions of the pig cadavers and then they began dissections in order to note the interior systems such as digestive, circulatory, and respiratory.
One challenge of this hands-on approach to teaching mammalian anatomy was to remove the brain undamaged so that it could then be dissected in another lab. You can see several students were able to successfully meet this goal.
#ScienceMatters
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#HardWorkPaysOff
One challenge of this hands-on approach to teaching mammalian anatomy was to remove the brain undamaged so that it could then be dissected in another lab. You can see several students were able to successfully meet this goal.
#ScienceMatters
#PuttingThePiecesTogether
#HardWorkPaysOff
Recently MUSH art teachers submitted student works to the Arkansas Art Educators of Arkansas Regional Art Show, and they won numerous awards! They even SWEPT first place for all four high school grade levels!
Mr. Bean and Ms. Young were asked to submit exemplary pieces of artwork created by students in their classrooms. A variety of two-dimensional projects ranging from painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, mixed media and computer generated work were judged. Our winners were as follows:
John Blakely 1st Place 9th Grade (self portrait in pencil)
Daniel Miranda 1st Place 10th Grade (still life in charcoal)
Eduardo Rodriguez-Garcia 10th Grade 2nd Place (self portrait in pencil)
Eric Jaime 10th Grade 3rd Place (still life in charcoal)
Sidney Leeper 11th Grade 1st Place (self portrait in pencil)
Alyson Tinsley 12th grade 1st Place (still life in charcoal)
Hayden McNutt 12th Grade 3rd Place (goldfish in watercolor)
These pieces will be on display from June-August at the Hillary Clinton Children's Library here in Little Rock, and an awards ceremony will be forthcoming, so be looking for more on these honors.
We are so proud of these students and their teachers for working hard and submitted their work to competition.
#ArtMatters
#PuttingthePiecesTogether
#MillsOnTheMove
Mr. Bean and Ms. Young were asked to submit exemplary pieces of artwork created by students in their classrooms. A variety of two-dimensional projects ranging from painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, mixed media and computer generated work were judged. Our winners were as follows:
John Blakely 1st Place 9th Grade (self portrait in pencil)
Daniel Miranda 1st Place 10th Grade (still life in charcoal)
Eduardo Rodriguez-Garcia 10th Grade 2nd Place (self portrait in pencil)
Eric Jaime 10th Grade 3rd Place (still life in charcoal)
Sidney Leeper 11th Grade 1st Place (self portrait in pencil)
Alyson Tinsley 12th grade 1st Place (still life in charcoal)
Hayden McNutt 12th Grade 3rd Place (goldfish in watercolor)
These pieces will be on display from June-August at the Hillary Clinton Children's Library here in Little Rock, and an awards ceremony will be forthcoming, so be looking for more on these honors.
We are so proud of these students and their teachers for working hard and submitted their work to competition.
#ArtMatters
#PuttingthePiecesTogether
#MillsOnTheMove
