Coach Flowers' Civics has a guest speaker. Senator Linda Poindexter-Chesterfield was amazing. Students were in shock. Thanks Coach. Thanks Senator Chesterfield.
See our semester exam schedule. We will not allow early exams, but you can do exams when you return from excused absences. We strongly encourage all students to be present. #GoComets
MILLS HIGH SCHOOL theatre department presented "The Miracle Worker," the story of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan. Students enjoyed the opportunity to showcase their acting talent in this meaningful performance.
UALR is hosting a Community Night of Coding Monday (Dec. 9) from 5-8pm in the EIT building. There will be workshops and demos, Hour of Code activities for all ages, computer science hands-on demos and more! Register here: http://ow.ly/jkGC50xtGPE
Pulaski County Special School District wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving!
Free ACT Prep on December 7, 2019, 9 am -3 pm. See the ACT Test administration dates.
REMINDER: Schools are closed this week for Fall Break! Enjoy the week off. District office will be closed Thursday and Friday. See you all back in the classroom next week!
Pulaski County Youth Services
LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE welcomes Mills University students.
See what is happening in the Galaxy! Great things are manifesting.
Several PCSSD teacher librarians attended the American Association of School Librarians Conference in Louisville, KY. They learned how to create diverse collections, build collaborative partnerships and develop innovative teaching practices.
Mills University Studies High School Theatre Department will host its first full play production in over a decade. "The Miracle Worker" will run November 21 and November 22 at 7pm each night. Students- $3 w/ student ID. Adults- $5, PCSSD Educators- Free w/ school ID.
This is American Education Week and the National Education Association today promotes parental involvement, including reading to children, checking homework, asking about their school day and developing a relationship with teachers. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence #AEW2019
REMINDER: schools will be closed next week (Nov. 25 - Nov. 29) for Fall Break. Central office will be only be closed Thursday (Nov. 28) and Friday (Nov. 29).
This is American Education Week and today we kick off the week to honor our education community members who are each critical in building great public schools in Pulaski County! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence #AEW2019
November is Child Safety and Protection Month. The National Safety Council and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration encourage teen drivers to put down their cell phones, slow down and wear a seatbelt.
Mills University Studies High School Theatre Department will host its first full play production in over a decade. "The Miracle Worker" will run November 20 - November 22 at 7pm each night. Students- $3 w/ student ID. Adults- $5, PCSSD Educators- Free w/ school ID.
NWEA MAP Testing will continue tomorrow, Thursday, November 14. Please make sure that Chromebooks are charged and students are at school. Incentives are in place for growth scores!!!
PCSSD supports MILLS HIGH SCHOOL in its appeal of the AAA complaint.
Thank you, veterans, for your service.
Today is National Book Lovers Day! Check out the Mills feeder Teacher Librarians' favorite books. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
We will be doing Interim II of the NWEA MAP test beginning Tuesday, November 12. We will also test on Thursday, November 14 and Tuesday, November 19.
Students please make sure you bring your chromebooks and that they are charged for the tests. Room assignments are posted both upstairs and downstairs.
Attention high school students - Friday, Nov. 4 is the registration deadline for the Dec. 14 ACT test date. Register now to avoid late fees! http://ow.ly/Dnjh50x54qG
PCSSD schools held grand re-openings on Tuesday to change the name of our school Media Centers to Library Learning Centers. Check out all the cool pictures of the new looks: http://ow.ly/jMbY50x3awq
This is from the Mills High School yearbook committee. Senior ads are now available to purchase easily by following the link http://tinyurl.com/millsyearbook. It would be greatly appreciated if you would purchase them at your earliest convenience. Thank you
REMINDER: Week 10 high school football games will be played Thursday and Friday night this week. SYLVAN HILLS, MAUMELLE and ROBINSON will play on Thursday. MILLS will play on Friday.
November is Child Safety and Protection Month. Did you know more than 200,000 playground-related injuries happen each year in the US? Keep a close eye on children to ensure they are using equipment properly and it is age appropriate.
This is from the Mills High School yearbook committee. Senior ads are now available to purchase easily by following the link http://tinyurl.com/millsyearbook. It would be greatly appreciated if you would purchase them at your earliest convenience. Thank you
This is from the Mills High School yearbook committee. Senior ads are now available to purchase easily by following the link http://tinyurl.com/millsyearbook. It would be greatly appreciated if you would purchase them at your earliest convenience. Thank you
REMINDER: Schools are closed Wednesday - Friday for teacher and leadership professional development. See you Monday, Nov. 4!
Don't forget that students get a little fall break NEXT week. Schools are closed Wednesday (Oct. 30) - Friday (Nov. 1) for districtwide professional development. You can find all district events on the website: https://www.pcssd.org/o/pcssd/events
Dear teachers,
Check your email to see if you have a shared document for a meeting tomorrow 10/24 or 10/25 with Brandon. Let me know if you have questions.
Good evening our annual Flu Clinic at Mills will be held November 13, 2019 9-11 a.m. The Clinic will be provided by the Arkansas Department of Health. All students will need a signed FERPA form and a Immunization Consent Form. Forms due November 12.
This week is National School Bus Safety Week. The school bus ride is an extension of the school day and PCSSD schools is committed to providing a safe transportation experience for all students across the district.
Good morning MUSH staff, parents, and students. Today is an AMI day due to a power outage at our school. Updates will be given throughout the day. Staff will work on data, assessments, SMART goals, or unit plans. Students should have Google classroom work provided or reading. For questions, email dclayton@pcssd.org and amjohnson@pcssd.org.
Comets football tonight listen live 92.7 FM
Mills High vs Lonoke
**ATTENTION** Phones are down at several PCSSD schools and admin offices. Our IT department is working with Windstream to resolve the issue. You track the outage here: https://downdetector.com/status/windstream/map/
Guest Motivational Speaker-Keith Davis 10/15 @ 3:05 pm
Mercedes Mackay from THV11 interviewed Mr. Clayton from Mills HS about the benefits of a later start time for secondary schools (after CA Gov. mandates a change this month). Tune in at 5&6 tonight to watch.
Every PCSSD staff member is encouraged to wear red on Tuesday, October 15 in honor of World Dyslexia Day.
TAILGATE by KATV @ 4:30 10/18/19.
It finally feels like fall! So let's celebrate with some football with our PCSSD high schools. Good luck to our student athletes tonight. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Have you heard about our Partners in Education program? Find out how you can become a Partner in Education with MUSH: https://5il.co/ar60
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. The National Bullying Prevention Center provides a "Kids Against Bullying" pledge encouraging kids to speak up against bullying, support those being bullied & to be a friend when they see bullying. http://ow.ly/snaM50wEVmm
The calendar can now be found in EVENTS. Important district-wide dates will be posted on the PCSSD website. School-specific dates will be posted on their respective school websites. You can view the "At-A-Glance" calendar here: https://5il.co/amrb
More School Spirit!
More homecoming week pics!
Check out the school spirit during our homecoming week.
This is homecoming week. Today is College day, Tomorrow is Throwback Thursday, and Friday is Green and Gold day. The Homecoming festivities is for immediate family and guests only. The dance after the game is for MUSH students only. However, the game is for everyone. We host the CAC Mustangs at 7 pm 10/4/19.
We’re thrilled to announce Pulaski County Special School District‘s new app! It’s everything PCSSD, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2IcfiP3 or iPhone: https://apple.co/30qo7uT.
Free ACT Prep Workshop, Saturday, October 5, 2019, 9 am-1 pm. Forty (40) seats available and Seniors have 1st priority. Join Google Classroom amr1y8g to register.
Good evening our annual Flu Clinic at Mills will be held November 13, 2019 9-11 a.m. The Clinic will be provided by the Arkansas Department of Health. All students will need a signed FERPA form and a Immunization Consent Form. Forms due November 12.
MUSHS has interim grade reports going out this week. Sept. 11-13, 2019
Meet the Comet Nation athletes, Thursday, September 12, 2019, 5:30 pm at Comet Stadium. Come out and meet the teams and coaches. T-shirts, Comet gear, and concessions will be available, and the Athletic Booster Club will meet immediately following.
Meet the Comet Nation athletes, Thursday, September 12, 2019, 5:30 pm at Comet Stadium. Come out and meet the teams and coaches.
Mills High Parent and Teacher Conference Day, tomorrow, September 9, 2019, 12-6 pm.
Please Join us for the Senior Moms and Supporters Tea Party this Saturday, September 7, @ 2:00 pm. See the invitation for details.
Please see the attachment about the BENEFITS of receiving free or reduced lunch through the School Lunch Program.
Beginning Tue., Aug. 27 thru Thurs., Aug. 29 all students in grades 9-12 will be taking MAP Growth Interim tests. Please make sure that students have their Chromebook. During testing, they will need to have their cellphone turned off & turned into their test proctor.
Beginning Tue., Aug. 27 thru Thurs., Aug. 29 all students in grades 9-12 will be taking MAP Growth Interim tests. Please make sure that students have their Chromebook. During testing, they will need to have their cellphone turned off & turned into their test proctor.
Beginning Tue., Aug. 27 thru Thurs., Aug. 29 all students in grades 9-12 will be taking MAP Growth Interim tests. Please make sure that students have their Chromebook. During testing, they will need to have their cellphone turned off & turned into their test proctor.
Mills High is having a Back 2 School Comet Nation Conference for Parents and Students, Saturday, August 17 @ 10 am. This event includes Parent and Student workshops, lunch and school supply give away, and a 3 on 3 basketball tournament with cash prizes. (Must attend the workshop)
You are invited to our Comet Nation Meet and Greet, Thursday, August 15, 2019, 5-7 pm at Mills High. Complete your free/reduced lunch application online, meet the teachers and staff, and get information about school wide initiatives. Refreshments and door prizes will be provided.
You are invited to our Comet Nation Meet and Greet, Thursday, August 14, 5 - 7 pm. at Mills High.
Complete your free/reduced lunch application online, meet the teachers and staff, and get information about school wide initiatives. Refreshments and door prizes will be provided.
Hello, comet nation you are invited to transition day August 8, 2019 from 5 to 7 PM where new students and parents are encouraged to take tours of the school pick up schedules, IDs and purchase lockers. For more information call 501-490-5700.
