Our seniors had the chance to meet with an admissions representative from University of Arkansas at Little Rock and University of Central Arkansas this week. This was a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn more about the admissions process at both schools! Thank you, Trojans and Bears!
November is National Military Family Appreciation Month, a time to honor the resilience and sacrifices of military families. Thank you for your service and unwavering support! #pcssdproud #serveall
It’s National Scholarship Month and we'll share tips for high school students every Sunday this month. First up: make a goal to apply to 10 scholarships. Get started by exploring the scholarship overview from the AR Dept of Higher Ed: https://trst.in/GWtPuS #pcssdproud #serveall
Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour when you go to bed tonight. Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. - meaning you "gain" an hour of sleep. There are only two states that don't observe DST: Hawaii and Arizona (with the exception of Navajo Nation). #pcssdproud #serveall
We're coming down to the end of the regular season - every game counts! Good luck to ROBINSON, SYLVAN HILLS, MAUMELLE and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH all on the road tonight. Catch the action on our livestream: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall
Celebrated in Mexico, Día de los Muertos has roots in both ancient Aztec customs and All Souls' Day introduced by the Spanish in the 1500s. This holiday centers on families gathering to pay respect to friends and family who have died. #pcssdproud #serveall
We are so excited to announce Jorge Riley was selected to represent Maumelle High at the 2025 National ACDA Conference as part of the 11-12 SATB Chorus!! Over 5,000 applicants auditioned for one of 1,200 chorus opportunities across 5 Honor Choirs.
During his 7 years in Maumelle Choirs, he was a 6-time All Region Choir participant in Region 2, an All State Choir participant in 2024, and selected to participate in 2 ARACDA Summer Honor Choirs. In addition, he performs and rehearses weekly with Una Voce, a student community chorus at Wildwood. All while holding down a steady job and maintaining a fantastic GPA!
🎃Happy Halloween!🎃 If your family celebrates, share what your student will dress up as this year! #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD schools had a great night at the Region 1 Marching Band Assessment last week!
🎶 MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES Excellent Rating
🎺 SYLVAN HILLS Superior Rating
🥁 ROBINSON Superior Rating
🎼 MAUMELLE Superior Rating
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Did you know dyslexia affects about 1 in 5 students, making it the most commonly diagnosed learning disability? Learn more about dyslexia here: https://trst.in/SJ6qlP
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October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and that includes cyberbullying that takes place online. Parents and teachers can learn the warning signs of cyberbullying to help students who are involved here: https://trst.in/rRnxeB
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There's only 3 weeks left in the regular season, let's make it count! Good luck to ROBINSON, MAUMELLE and SYLVAN HILLS HIGH defending home turf and to MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH on the road. Bring back the W! Catch the livestream: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network
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We're rounding out the week with an important reminder about the Bus Danger Zone: It’s difficult to see children 10 feet on either side & 10 feet in front of a bus. Make sure your children are aware of this zone!
Learn more here: https://trst.in/821OqQ
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Junior ambassador, Reihanna Chatmon, was a special guest this morning at the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce. She attended with board member Michele Beasley of Telcoe Federal Credit Union to learn more about how the Chamber helps attract and retain employers in central Arkansas. Reihanna is a Telcoe-Hornet Branch student worker at Maumelle High School.
Here's Bus Stop Safety Tip #4: Tell your child to stand 15 feet (or nine GIANT STEPS) away from the street when waiting for the bus. Learn more here: https://trst.in/GsFak8
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Here’s Bus Stop Safety Tip #3 for National School Bus Safety Week: Teach your child to stop, look left, right, and then left again before crossing the street.
Learn more here: https://trst.in/I57moQ
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It’s National School Bus Safety Week and here is Bus Stop Safety Tip #2: Remind your child to walk on the sidewalks or out of the street, single file, facing traffic, & as close to the edge of the road as possible.
Learn more here: https://trst.in/821OqQ
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Our very own Marlee Conley is part of the new LPN program through METRO Little Rock that would allow her to purse her LPN upon high school graduation. She's one of 14 Metro students who attend Baptist Health every afternoon to work toward this license. Yesterday, Principal Dr. Nick Farr attended a press conference for the program along with Marlee. Keep up the good work, Marlee!
It’s National School Bus Safety Week, so we'll be sharing daily bus stop safety tips.
Tip #1: Children should wear bright coats or put a piece of high-vis, reflective tape on coats & backpacks.
Learn more here: https://trst.in/R2HZx7
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Does your child need a ride to the school health clinic? We've got you covered! Our school-based health center with Mainline Health now offers FREE transportation to the health clinic (located behind Mills Middle School) for students who need a ride.
Your child's health is important, and we're here to help. Call us to schedule a ride and get them the care they need! 📞 Contact the clinic at 501-234-2020.
