June Carter-Perry served as the US ambassador to Lesotho and Sierra Leone. She spent 25+ years with the State Department, working in Zambia, Zimbabwe, France & more. She was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2016.
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Share Black Stories: Books About to Go Down in History
Hear from contemporary Black authors about their upcoming books! The next Power of Story Speaker Series event is Share Black Stories: Books About to Go Down in History, a conversation with Justin A. Reynolds (Miles Morales: Shock Waves), Kwame Mbalia and Prince Joel Makonnen (Last Gate of the Emperor) and Leah Johnson (Rise to the Sun), moderated by Kathy Burnette of Brain Lair Books! Learn more about the #PowerOfStory here
https://fb.watch/3UPfErFHy_/
Willie Roaf is a Pro Football Hall of Fame offensive lineman. He played for New Orleans Saints and KC Chiefs before retiring and was selected to the Pro Bowl 11 times. He was inducted into Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2013.
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Mother Nature surprised residents in Arkansas with nearly two feet of snow across the state! Students in Pulaski County Special School District enjoyed a week of "winter-based" instructional activities in order to take advantage of these rare snow days.
https://youtu.be/cGq1CIE1rtQ
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Natural State Recovery Center will be hosting a Food Giveaway next Saturday, March 6 from 12-2pm! This community drive-thru event will offer food, while supplies last, to those who need it right now. Thank you to our community supporters for making this event possible.
Course Selection for the 2021-2022 school year must be submitted ASAP. Please ask your child to see his/her course requests form.
Instructional video for current 6th graders: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16x2--CvtG3qXvXsS3K8PWfDMtBSaPZYz/view
The Google form can be found in World History Schoology.
Instructional video for current 7th graders:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NjbEdDkZaJNeUZRzyBRjc_r2DIksWZGP/view
The Google form can be found in Geography Schoology.
Lt. Col. Woodrow W. Crockett was a combat pilot in World War II & Korean War. His WWII flight suit is at the National Museum of African American History & Culture in DC. He was inducted into Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2012.
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Here is the link to the Cyber Safety presentation from the Attorney General's Office from Feb. 23 . Thank you! https://www.dropbox.com/s/wazl4xn0d814f48/Cyber%20Safety%20Parent%20Meeting%20Maumelle%20Middle.mp4?dl=0
6th graders at MAUMELLE MIDDLE dissected flowers during a recent lab. They explored the different parts and characteristics of a flower. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
This is Public Schools Week. We celebrate our dedicated teachers & staff who continue to work tirelessly for our families across Pulaski County. Strong public schools are the backbone of a neighborhood & we work to support our communities daily. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Pearlie S. Reed worked in agriculture for more than 25 years and was appointed chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Services in 1998 and again in 2009. He was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2012.
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Who's up for the PCSSD snow angel challenge? Dozens of PCSSD district employees, that's who! District employees were challenge to participate in a fun "snow angel challenge" during the unusual snowfall last week. SNOW fun! https://youtu.be/8GvQJNEyi_g
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ICYMI: Deputy superintendent Alesia Smith talked about "winter-based" instruction on @KARK4News and @FOX16News last night. Special thanks to @cassandrawebbtv for highlighting these special winter moments from students.
http://ow.ly/e5Xz50DDK5R
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Keeping students safe while they are online is very important to their well-being. Please join us for a special presentation from the Arkansas Attorney General's Office on Cyber Safety for Parents. Our presenter will be Kristina Carnes. This event will take place on Tuesday, February 23 at 6:30 and you may use the link below to join. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/w/99255550410?tk=IAp6s1LfwbdENHz_dzcaMol-PPy4s96M6j07TEpVPDo.DQIAAAAXHBeByhZaNlp4RzRUUVNFaVNHV0JZZW1mS3V3AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA Meeting ID: 992 5555 0410 One tap mobile +13017158592,,99255550410# US (Washington D.C) +13126266799,,99255550410# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 992 5555 0410 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aeG4nSR4fv
Derek Fisher won five NBA championships as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2000s, playing with greats such as Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal. He was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2011.
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The district will return to normal instruction on Tuesday, February 23. Thank you for your patience during winter weather last week!
Registration for returning students is open! If you had not yet registered your student for the 2021-2022 school year the time is now. This action is required for all returning students and must be completed by Friday Feb. 26th. Please contact the Registrar, Ms. Darlene Smith, for assistance. She can be reached at dsmith2862@pcssd.org and 501-234-4508.
Brig. Gen. William J. Johnson was the first African American general of the Arkansas National Guard. He served in the Arkansas National Guard for 36 years. He was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2010.
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PCSSD will have a virtual day on Monday, February 22 due to the impact of last week’s winter weather. Several side roads are still difficult to navigate and we want to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Additionally, some schools suffered damage from the storm that require additional work. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Mother Nature surprised us with nearly two feet of snow across Arkansas! Students in PCSSD enjoyed a week of "winter-based" instructional activities in order to take advantage of these rare snow days.
https://youtu.be/cGq1CIE1rtQ
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence