Saddle up, you're invited to the Beauties and Boots Dance on Friday, October 28 from 6:30 -8:30 in the cafeteria! Tickets are $10 and include snacks and drinks. and may be purchased in the front office by October 21. No tickets will be sold at the door. Dress in your best Western wear! Go Stingers!!!
October is Filipino American History Month. Recognition of this month was first officially recognized by Congress in 2009, and the month of October was selected to commemorate the first Filipinos coming to America in October 1587. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is National Coaches Day and we are sending a big thank you to all of the athletic AND instructional coaches across PCSSD! They are all dedicated to building well rounded students inside and out of the classroom. We appreciate you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Principal Month. Dr. Kim Truslow is the principal of OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: One of the best memories I have of growing up is my time in marching band, from 8-12 grades and served as colorguard captain my last 2 years.
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Today is World Teachers' Day! Today, and everyday, we celebrate the amazing teachers across PCSSD and their dedication to ensuring all of our students receive a high quality education to prepare them for college and career. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
AVID students at Maumelle Middle created an "AVID wall" describing what AVID means to them: Academic, Inspiring, Encouraging, Success, Family, and Determination. Shout out to District AVID coach, Georgette Sierra, for the idea and to our very own AVID site coordinator, Christian Jackson, for putting it together.
Yearbook Super Sale! $30 until November 18! This is a great deal!
Ads for 8th graders: $100 for a full page; $60 for a half page; $40 for a 1/4 page and $25 for an 1/8 page ad. Go Stingers!!!
October is National Principal Month. Anjelica Evans is the principal of COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY.
Fun Fact: Most people wouldn't know that I am a very introverted person. I enjoy being in quiet spaces vs. being around a crowd.
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Thanks to all who supported our Fall Scholastic Book Fair!!! The online fair is active until October 9. We appreciate the support of our students, faculty, parents and community! Go Stingers!!!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/maumellemiddleschool
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month is intended to educate everyone about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. INearly 44,000 people in the U.S. will likely die from breast cancer this year.
https://www.komen.org/
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We celebrated Peace Week with an essay and art contests.
The essay winners are:
1. Montgomery Hines 2. Rose Vallas 3. Ava Fowlkes
The art winners are:
1. Tatum Roberts 2. Olaya James 3. Mary Ervin
Honorable Mentions:
Ae'Reuna Abernathy, Mekhi Hubbard, L'Nya Eason, Kahwonne Thomas
Thank you to all who participated! Go Stingers!!!
Amanda Orgel with the Central Arkansas Library System will be here for our next PTSO meeting on Tuesday, October 11 at 6:30 in the library. All are welcome, you do not have to be a PTSO member to attend. She will have information on many programs that CALS offers to families, such as Math Tutoring, as well as applications for library cards. Please join us!
October is National Principal Month. Dr. Matt Mellor is the principal of LAWSON ELEMENTARY.
"I have over 1000 Hot Wheels in my office."
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October is National Principal Month. Yvone West is the principal of SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH.
"I have not worked any other place but in a school in my entire life."
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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Did you know that every day in the U.S., over 19,000 calls are placed to domestic violence hotlines? If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-800-799-SAFE or visit https://www.thehotline.org
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Friday was our last day of Homecoming Week and it was Neon Day! Love our students' and staff's bright attitudes! Go Stingers!!!
October is National Principal Month. Dr. Jay Pickering is the principal of JOE T. ROBINSON HIGH.
"I was a student at Robinson in 7-9th grades. As a 9th grader, I played on the varsity basketball team that won the 2A State Championship."
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Today is National Custodian Day and we are so thankful to our PCSSD custodians who work tirelessly to ensure our school are safe and healthy environments for our students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Dyslexia is a neurological condition caused by a different wiring of the brain. Research shows that dyslexia has no relationship to intelligence, but the way they think can be an asset in achieving success. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD girls in grades 6-12 are invited to attend the Empowering Women in Cybersecurity Summit on October 11 at the Innovation Hub in North Little Rock.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/855011
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