Attention Mills community! Mills University Studies High will host a community meeting to update everyone on the construction projects taking place on campus. The meeting will be held on Thursday, December 12 at 6 p.m. in the seminar room. We hope to see you there!
Recently, Mills University Studies High School Competitive Speech students attended the 56th Arkansas Communication and Theater Arts Association Student Congress, where students from across the state gather each year to campaign for various positions, participate in caucus, serve on committees and debate various student written bills.
This year MUSH students received a total of 10 awards!
•Willow Toney: Best House Bill - 1st Place
•Xavion McLennan: Excellence in Committee and Floor Debate
•Chance Bradford: The Mary Ingalls Award for House III,
Superior in Caucus and Floor Debate, and Excellence in Committee
•Jimiah Cooper: Excellence in Committee
•Madison Bowman: Excellence in committee and in Parliamentary Procedure
•Shirley Valesquez attended as a delegate. This was her first experience competing in Student Congress, and will be one to watch out for as she gains more experience!
•K'Lea Bunting was able to serve in a valuable position at Student Congress as a page for one of the Houses.
We are so thankful to our sponsors, Ms. Turnage and Mr. Thompson, who helped these students prepare for and attention this competition. We are also so proud of these students and their accomplishments!
#HardWorkPaysOff
#ElevatingExcellence
Today is World Diabetes Day. Let’s raise awareness about prevention, management, and support for those living with diabetes. Learn more about diabetes here: https://trst.in/C8J5yl #pcssdproud #serveall
Mills University Studies High School JROTC Comet Battalion Color Guard Team Cadets participated in a Veterans Day Program with All Weather Insulated Panels, one of our Academy partners. Mr. Phil Puett, the Plants Production Manager gave a short speech to all of the employees present and then recognized Veterans present with a small token of appreciation for their service and dedication to the country. To conclude the program, band student George Belt played TAPS. Upon returning to school, the Cadets presented Medallions to Veterans who now teach school at Mills.
💖 Happy World Kindness Day! Let’s spread kindness today and every day—whether through a smile, a helping hand, or a kind word. Together, we can create a ripple effect of positivity in our communities! #pcssdproud #serveall
It's STEM match day with DonorsChoose! Every donation for STEM supplies on @DonorsChoose is doubled, while funds last. Let’s help teachers create fun and unforgettable learning experiences for their students.
https://www.donorschoose.org/stemday2024
Teachers, drop your DonorsChoose links in the comments below ⬇️
Did you know Mills University Studies High School is now offering after-school tutoring? Please see the attached flyer for details, and make plans to join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:30. All questions can be directed to Mr. Fairly at afairley6607@pcssd.org.
#ElevatingExcellence
The Naval Academy will host an admissions informational session on Sunday, December 1 for students in the central Arkansas area. The session will take place at Catholic High School (6300 Fr. Tribou St.) from 2 pm - 3:30 pm with check-in starting at 1:30 pm.
All high school students interested in attending a service academy are encouraged to attend with their family members. Educators are welcome to attend as well. At this event, there will be an overview of the Naval Academy, the admissions process, how to obtain a nomination, and a Q & A session.
RSVP for the event here: https://forms.gle/Cn6pW77m4St3iTL19
It's National School Psychology Week! This week, we celebrate the vital role school psychologists play in supporting our students' mental health and well-being. Thank you for your dedication to creating a positive learning environment. #pcssdproud #serveall
The Mills University Studies High School baseball team wants to thank the community for their support at the recent Mills Baseball World Series. We had really good turnout, and we are looking forward to a great season next semester!
Here are the groups of students who received their certificates for All A and A/B Honor Roll for the first quarter of school. We are so proud of the hard work they have shown, and it's paying off in their grades. Keep up the good work, students!
Mills University Studies High School wants to congratulate our students who were recently recognized for their All A's and A/B Honor Roll status for the first quarter of this school year. These students have worked hard to maintain these grades, and we are very proud of them!
#HardWorkPaysOff
#ElevatingExcellence
Veterans Day, observed on November 11, originated as Armistice Day in 1919, marking the end of WWI. It honors all U.S. veterans who have served in the military. Let’s reflect on their sacrifices and contributions to our freedom. 🇺🇸 #pcssdproud #serveall
Here’s another National Scholarship Month tip: track progress throughout the process with a planner for all those deadlines! Find a scholarship for you with the U.S. Department of Labor’s free scholarship search tool: https://trst.in/60sv1F #pcssdproud #serveall
We’re cheering on our student athletes all month! Coach Flowers of MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH believes athletics are important to education, "Sports foster school spirit & create a sense of community. They provide a safe & structured outlet for students." #pcssdproud #serveall
This November, we're celebrating American Indian Heritage Month! Let's honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. #pcssdproud #serveall
It's the final game of the regular season! We've got an in-district matchup between ROBINSON and MAUMELLE tonight, while SYLVAN HILLS and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES each defend home field tomorrow. Let's finish strong! Watch the games: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall
Recently several Mills University Studies High School students who are in Competitive Speech class attended a tournament at Little Rock Central High School. It was a great first experience for our team and was a good learning experience for all. One student did win the coveted Khyree Allison Award for Debate Excellence: Xavion Mclennan. Congratulations to all of our students, and thanks to Ms. Turnage for sponsoring!
Picture RETAKE day is coming on November 21st. If you need a retake photo, please get one. If you were not here on the original day, please get one. We want everyone in the building - students and staff - to have their picture made for the yearbook!
MAUMELLE HIGH hosted a Relational Capacity Day, welcoming AVID classes from ROBINSON HIGH, SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR & MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH! Students connected with community partners for networking & hands-on activities to learn what these businesses do. #pcssdproud #serveall
