PCSSD is lucky to have so many amazing teacher librarians across the district. Thank you to each one of them (not all pictured) for doing "virtually anything" for our schools, staff and students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
November is Child Safety Protection Month. The Centers for Disease Control reports children between ages 1-4 have the highest rate of poisoning. Parents should keep cleaning supplies and medications are put away and out of the reach of children. #pcssdproud #equiityandexcellence
Dear Stakeholders,
Due to COVID-19 and Arkansas Activities Association, Mills U.S. High School home basketball game will sell 300 tickets. 50 for guests and 250 for Comets Fans. More info to come. The Varsity Comets host West Memphis Thursday night at 6pm.
Several elementary schools held mock elections last week to teach students about registering to vote and casting their ballot. Check out these pictures of students learning about their civic duty: http://ow.ly/CxJt50Cbzon
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Reminder! There is no school tomorrow (Friday, November 6). It is a Flex/Professional Development day for teachers. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Adoption Awareness Month. To learn more about adoption, check out the Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Children & Family Services. The agency works tirelessly to ensure all Arkansas children have a safe and stable home every day.
Students from SYLVAN HILLS, ROBINSON and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES high schools attended the Teen Court Orientation and Swearing-In Ceremony on Oct. 29. Thank you Pulaski County Youth Services Barry Hyde County Judge Judge Mark Leverett for attending and supporting this program.
Read More: http://ow.ly/xNFO50Capdl
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Today is Election Day! Don't forget to cast your vote and make your voice heard!
Don't forget, we get an extra hour of sleep tonight! Daylight saving time ends 2 a.m. tonight, so set your clocks back before you go to bed!
Happy Halloween!
Science teacher Ms. Mahan is spreading Halloween joy to students and staff members with her PPE on hand!
MAUMELLE, SYLVAN HILLS, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES and ROBINSON kick off at 7pm. Don't forget to wear your mask, arrive early and physical distance. School-specific game details can be found online: http://ow.ly/zBtm50C78hV #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
ICYMI: Mandy Hrach KATV spoke with PCSSD about the upcoming launch of Driven Virtual ACademy. This all virtual K-12 school will be a part of PCSSD and will open for 2021-2022 registration in January 2021. http://ow.ly/qYL950C5kWU #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Pulaski County Special School District will present its Annual Report to the Public during the regularly scheduled November Board Meeting.
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Location: PCSSD Central Office Boardroom
Time: 6:00 pm
Earlier this month, schools across the district officially kicked off PBIS: positive behavior interventions and supports. Students can cash in "good behavior" points for prizes throughout the year.
PBIS details: http://ow.ly/nue050C3f0V
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October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Teachers who witness bullying should intervene immediately, assure the bullied child that it is not their fault, and address the behavior with the bully.
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Nearly 3 out of 4 Americans know someone who is or has been a victim of domestic violence. Now is time to take a stand. If you need assistance, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE(7233).
The Schoology Workshop for parents will be tonight, 10/26/2020, at 6:00 pm. The on-site registration is closed but anyone may attend virtually. Please copy and paste the link below in a new tab to join us virtually.
https://zoom.us/j/94034136055?pwd=QkRCZUFQc1NJTlIrek9iVkFSQWtvZz09#success
This is School Bus Safety Week, and the PCSSD Transportation Department is providing some safety tips throughout the week for our bus riding students.
https://youtu.be/-InxhLvLd4E
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Dear Parents,
We will have reports cards available in our HOME ACCESS CENTER. However, we will be mailing the paper copy home. You should receive them by the weekend Oct. 30-31.
The new 9 weeks has started already. Engage, Activate, and be present.
In addition, see the information for upcoming ACT Prep.
We will host ACT at Mills. Arrive between 7:45-8:00 am . The instructions will begin at 8:05 am.
Pulaski County Youth Services has opened enrollment for the third fall ACT Prep session for 2020. The ACT Prep – Math session is Nov. 14, 2020, from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. The ACT Prep – English session is Nov. 18, 2020, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The ACT Prep – Science session is Nov. 21, 2020, from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Please note that seating is limited. Sign up today using the link below. Accepted applicants will be notified and receive the Zoom link prior to the second session. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Michael Borders-Hoskin at mborders-hoskin@pulaskicounty.net.
https://forms.gle/38onRKa4SnXXN23y7
If there is anything else you need, please let me know.
Michael L. Borders-Hoskin
Program Development Specialist
Pulaski County Youth Services
201 S. Broadway Ste. 220
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 340-6671
Front Desk: (501) 340-8250
Email: mborders-hoskin@pulaskicounty.net
Website: www.pulaskicounty.net
