Many PCSSD schools participated in Peace Week. This year's theme was "Recovering better for an equitable and sustainable world." The activities focused on promoting peacemaking in our society and spreading compassion, kindness, and hope in our community.
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Sleep is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. Research shows that we should all be consistent with our bedtime routines, remove electronic devices from the bedroom, and make sure the room is dark and quiet.
What a beautiful evening for some football! All four high schools are on the road today. Good luck to the MAUMELLE HIGH Hornets, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH Comets, ROBINSON HIGH Senators and SYLVAN HILLS HIGH Bears! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Hey Comet Nation. Join in with our homecoming competitions and festivities next week September 27-October 1, 2021. We have PowderPuff on Wednesday. Plus, we will have a blackout at the game Friday as we host the CAC Mustangs.
September is Better Breakfast Month. Studies have shown that kids who eat breakfast have higher test scores and their schoolwork can suffer because they have a harder time focusing and can become more tired without eating breakfast. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Reminder #2. Tomorrow 9/21, we will confiscate any backpack that is not clear or mesh until a parent picks it up. This is a safety protocol. Thanks in advance for your continued support and cooperation. Sports bags must go directly to school lockers or dressing rooms after checks.
#safetymatters
Good evening Mills High Parents/Guardians. This is a reminder that the Mills High School PTO will be sponsoring a PTO town hall meeting Tuesday September 21, 2021, at 6 p.m. in the concert hall. During this meeting we will discuss our current reality, Schoology, School wide expectations,and the schools Parent compact and school Improvement plan. During this meeting stakeholders will have an opportunity to be included in the decision-making process. Covid-19 safety guidelines will be in place and masks are required. Please park in the parking lot near the gymnasium and enter through those doors to the concert hall.
UAMS will host an online Q&A panel regarding Students & COVID-19 this evening (Monday, Sept. 20) from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Parents, teachers, and school administrators are invited. More information on the panelists as well as a link to the meeting can be found here: uamshealth.com/students-and-covid-19/
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is Better Breakfast Month. Breakfast gives you the fuel you need to focus at work or school and gives you energy for the day. We are proud to offer breakfast to our students to get them ready to learn! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Dear students and parents,
Fall Picture days are quickly approaching.
Grade 9-11 will take place on Thursday, October 7.
Senior Picture Retake day will take place on Monday, October 11.
Fall Picture retake day for grades 9-11 will take place on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. For more information, contact Mr. Taylor Lehman
TAYLOR LEHMAN
English Teacher, Yearbook, & Cross Country Coach
tlehman9148@pcssd.org
Did you know that approved free and reduced applications are more than just a meal? Completing the applications helps our schools in many ways beyond lower meal prices. Read more about the benefits and how to apply here: http://ow.ly/5ytN50GatvL
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
On Tuesday, superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty stepped in and taught Mr. Flowers' World History class at MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH. Students were impressed by the culturally relevant and responsive approach to the lesson Dr. McNulty presented. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year in Judaism and is traditionally observed with a day-long fast and intensive prayer. For those celebrating, have an easy fast!
Today is National Online Learning Day! We want to celebrate our DRIVEN Virtual Academy students and staff. Learn more about PCSSD's 100% virtual K-12 school: dva.pcssd.org
(note: DVA is accepting applications for the spring semester)
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15 and recognizes the achievements and contributions of inspiring Hispanic Americans.
Students from all PCSSD high schools gathered for a fun photo shoot earlier this month. MAUMELLE, MILLS, ROBINSON and SYLVAN HILLS high schools are excited to be a part of the Academies of Central Arkansas. Stay tuned for this exciting endeavor! #pcssdproud #eqiutyandexcellence
Mills High will host the first Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) meeting, Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at 6:00 pm in the Mills High Concert Hall. The topics of discussion include updating the Parent Compact, Schoology, PBIS, ZAP, and the school's current reality. Refreshments will be provided.
This is National Arts in Education Week. We an to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the arts across PCSSD. We are proud of our many talented students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is Attendance Awareness Month. Attending school everyday is a habit that begins to build from the first day of school. Students and families need to understand the importance of being on time to school. #schooleveryday #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Introducing fruits and vegetables during meals and snacks is an important step to incorporating it in a child's diet. It is also important to model healthy eating to your child to set a good example.
