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We're recognizing our school board members this month with a throwback to their high school days. Next up, Dr. Laurel Tait, board member for zone 7. Dr. Tait graduated from North Miami Beach High School in 1974. She played tennis and spent her last year as a medical assistant student. #pcssdproud #serveall
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We're recognizing our school board members this month with a throwback to their high school days. Next up, Dr. Laurel Tait, board member for zone 7. Dr. Tait graduated from North Miami Beach High School in 1974. She played tennis and spent her last year as a medical assistant student. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Today is Nation Human Trafficking Awareness Day which brings attention to a crime that leaves a lasting toll on human life, families, and communities worldwide. Learn more about potential red flags of human trafficking and more: https://trst.in/f34bRk. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Robinson Middle received special recognition at tonight's Board of Education meeting for our US News and World Report ranking. Ms. Campbell talked about how the school worked to obtain that ranking. 8th grader, Luke Molsbee, also shared his thoughts on how RMS has impacted the student body and school success. Congrats to our school, amazing teachers and bright students!
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We're recognizing our school board members this month with a throwback to their high school days. First up, Lt. Eli Keller board member for zone 6. Keller graduated from American International School of Johannesburg (Johannesburg, Gauteng Province, South Africa) in 1996 for 11th & 12th grade. Prior to that he attended Bishop Mackenzie School (Lilongwe, Malawi) for 9th & 10th grade. He played rugby, track (1600m, 800m), basketball, soccer, & volleyball in high school. WOW! #pcssdproud #serveall
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Just a reminder, students will return to school tomorrow (Wednesday), January 3. District offices are open today if you need anything. Enjoy the last day of winter break, students. See you tomorrow! #pcsspdroud #serveall
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Happy New Year from PCSSD!
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Last day to make the year great! How are you finishing out 2023 and ringing in 2024? #pcssdproud #serveall
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Happy Kwanzaa! Established in 1966 by Maulana Ron Karenga, Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday that celebrates history, values, family, community and culture. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Merry Christmas from PCSSD! #pcssdproud #serveall
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Stockings are hung by the chimney with care.
Shopping and wrapping are done, not a minute to spare!
Santa will visit houses across the District tonight.
Get to be early, don't cause a fright!
Merry Christmas Eve to all in PCSSD,
We hope you sleep well and get lots of zzzz's!
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Thursday was the December Solstice, otherwise known as the First Day of Winter. How did you spend the shortest day of the year and longest night? #pcssdproud #serveall
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December is Read a New Book Month! We asked our teacher librarians to share a recent book and why they loved it. Tiffany Shettles-Tull, COLLEGE STATION, read "The Little Liar: A Novel" by Mitch Albom. She loved how it expressed the effects of truth and lies. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Throughout December, we'll share tips on how important proper nutrition is for all ages.
Tip #2: Behavior problems due to malnutrition can be counteracted when children consume a balanced diet that includes protein, fat, complex carbohydrates, and fiber.
Source: https://trst.in/c6G8bT
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Happy Hanukkah! For the next eight nights, Hanukkah (often called the Festival of Lights), takes place for our Jewish friends. The celebration centers around lighting candles on the menorah while also enjoying food, music, and games. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Have you heard the news? Joe T. Robinson Middle was named #42 Middle School in the state of Arkansas by U.S. News & World Report!! We are so very excited about this recognition!This distinction is thanks to so much hard work by our students and staff. Read more about Robinson Middle and 4 other schools in PCSSD recognized in the 2024 report: https://rms.pcssd.org/article/1369901
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In 1994, the United States Congress declared December 7, National Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance. Memorials and events are held each year at Pearl Harbor as well as across the nation honoring the 2,403 Americans killed and the nearly 1,200 injured. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Today begins Computer Science Education Week. This vastly growing field of study plays a vital and necessary role in our of lives. How do you see computer science represented in your daily life? #pcssdproud #serveall
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In addition to our wonderful RMS choir, our Robinson Middle Band will host a winter concert as well! Join us on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:30pm for the RMS Band Winter Concert. The performance will be held in the auditorium at Robinson High School.
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December is Read a New Book Month! We asked our teacher librarians to share a recent book and why they loved it. Lani Allenbaugh from ROBINSON HIGH read "Be That Way" by Hope Larson. She enjoyed reading about the life a high school student in the late 90s. #pcssdproud #serveall
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