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.
Today we honor the lives of those lost on September 11, 2001.
Football season is in full swing as we head into week 3! SYLVAN HILLS will be at home (beat Jacksonville!) while MAUMELLE, ROBINSON and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES are all on the road. All games kick off at 7 p.m. Good luck to all our teams! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is Better Breakfast Month. Did you know that the USDA's Seamless Summer Option has been extended through June 2022? This program allows schools to provide FREE breakfasts and lunches to all students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Senior Parents/Guardians are in invited to the Annual Senior Moms and Supporters Tea that will be Saturday, September 18, 2021, at 11 am in the Mills High Seminar Room. An official invitation has been mailed. This meeting is to provide parents with information concerning seniors and graduation, planning next steps for seniors, and organizing senior incentives and events. Please RSVP with Dr. Houston at 501.234.5491 or chouston@pcssd.org by September 15, 2021.
