
See our semester exam schedule. It is important to note that the semester exam counts for more than a regular exam.
See the attached.




Reminder, there is still time to participate in the holiday reading challenge! Students will keep a reading log of Newslea articles and e-books to earn a good bag. The top readers can earn $100 (1st place), $50 (2nd place) and $25 (3rd place). If you have questions, please contact Ms. Freeman at sfreeman4994@pcssd.org.


Pulaski County Youth Services is offering FREE Virtual ACT Prep sessions. Enrollment is now open for January session. The ACT Prep English session is Saturday, January 8, 9:30– 11:30 a.m. Register now using the link. Accepted applicants will be notified via email and receive a unique Zoom link before the first session.
If you have any questions, contact Whitney Dobbins at wdobbins@pulaskicounty.net.
Click the link to register: https://forms.gle/EicSxou3ZgzingxP9


This is Computer Science Education Week and we celebrate all of the amazing teachers who are dedicated to teaching computer science, and our amazing students who are putting in the work learning to code! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Please join us in collecting toys for a Holiday Toy Drive. Mills University Studies High will be collecting new toys to provide as Christmas gifts for children who may not otherwise receive any. Drop off at the school (708 E. Dixon Rd.) during school hours (Monday - Friday between 8am - 4:30pm).


Today is Special Education Day and we celebrate our teachers and staff who are dedicated to serving our life skills students across the District. Thank you for all you do! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will be hosting 2 workshops where education specialists will be available to assist families and students with completing their FAFSAs for the 2022-2023 school year.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/590007
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Happy Hanukkah! Wishing you many blessings during this festival of lights!


The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus is hosting a free Community Coding Day, Saturday, December 4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Activities include an hour of code, little robots, lighting of the Christmas trees, and cyber security. No registration is required.
https://ualr.edu/computerscience/files/2021/11/258486641_4412661105477595_1261679423418411925_n.jpg


Today is Day 7 of the PCSSD Thanksgiving Kindness Challenge. Today's challenge: make a donation (food, clothes, money, etc) to a charity.
Don't forget to take a picture of your kindness in action. Send the picture to communication@pcssd.org.
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


More than half of the schools in PCSSD saw academic growth based on the ESSA School Index Report in the 2020-2021 school year. Shout out to leaders and amazing educators at MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH. Keep up the great work! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Today is Day 6 of the PCSSD Thanksgiving Kindness Challenge. Today's challenge: let someone in front of you in line.
Don't forget to take a picture of your kindness in action. Send the picture to communication@pcssd.org.
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Today is Day 5 of the PCSSD Thanksgiving Kindness Challenge. Today's challenge: hold the door for a stranger.
Don't forget to take a picture of your kindness in action. Send the picture to communication@pcssd.org.
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


From everyone at PCSSD, we wish you a happy and restful Thanksgiving.
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Today is Day 4 of the PCSSD Thanksgiving Kindness Challenge. Today's challenge: leave a kind note on someone's windshield.
Don't forget to take a picture of your kindness in action. Send the picture to communication@pcssd.org.
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Dear Stakeholders,
Please pause and give these Comet Scholars a great round of applause starting with Mills Middle School's George Belt, 6th chair Viola-Jr. Orchestra and Alexandra Massey, 9th chair Viola-Jr. Orchestra.
Mills High School honorees include:
David Clark, 1st chair Bass, Jr. Orchestra, Jason Tomas Velasquez, 2nd chair 1st Violin, Jr. Orchestra, Blake Williams, 15th chair, 2nd Violin, Jr. Orchestra.
Sucely Mayora, 3rd chair 1st Violin, Sr. Orchestra, Kalinda Loomis, 6th chair 1st Violin, Sr. Orchestra, Jaylin Daniels, 9th chair 2nd Violin, Sr. Orchestra, & Star Riley, 5th chair Bass, Sr. Orchestra.
Great job Mr. Gabriel Bruce & Scholars. Have a great Fall break & Thanksgiving.



Reminder to all school volunteers -- Please make sure you have submitted your 1st semester volunteer hours! This includes hours from March 13 through November 19. You can submit them via the Google form on your school’s website or by emailing the school volunteer coordinator: https://mills.pcssd.org/o/wilbur-d-mills-hs/page/volunteer-info
Thank you for all you do!


Today is Day 3 of the PCSSD Thanksgiving Kindness Challenge. Today's challenge: take some food to your neighbor (or someone else you know).
Don't forget to take a picture of your kindness in action. Send the picture to communication@pcssd.org.
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Are you interested in tutoring? We are looking for AVID tutors for middle and high school students. Applicants must be available 2 days per week (2-5 hours a day) and have a strong math and English background. Call Belinda at 501-234-2021 to apply. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Today is Day 2 of the PCSSD Thanksgiving Kindness Challenge. Today's challenge: write a thank you note to a community helper.
Don't forget to take a picture of your kindness in action. Send the picture to communication@pcssd.org.
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
