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Maumelle Middle has quarantined an increasing number of staff and students who are identified as probable close contacts. Therefore, Maumelle Middle will pivot to virtual instruction for all students through December 4. Students will return to normal instructional platforms on Monday, December 7. All teachers will communicate with students through Schoology. If you would like to receive a 4-day meal box, please call the school at 501-234-4517 tomorrow (Tuesday, December 1) between 8am - 10am to make your request. The meal boxes will be available for pick up tomorrow between 11am - 1pm at the door closest to the cafeteria.
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PCSSD will offer a full-time, 100% online school for students in K-12 next school year (different than our virtual template this year). DRIVEN Virtual Academy will provide flexibility with self-paced options, mentoring programs, and more. If you are interested in DRIVEN Virtual Academy, please complete this survey: https://forms.gle/7QyEFXtzrcec8kMFA
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November is Native American Heritage Month. Some well known inventions by Native Americans include anesthetics and topical pain relievers, corn, and kayaks. But some lesser known contributions include syringes, cable suspension bridges, hammocks, baby bottles, and mouthwash.
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November is Child Safety Protection Month. There are some important steps to take to keep children safe outside like checking play areas to ensure lawn equipment, tools, or other yard items, like branches, are put away to prevent injury. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Good morning MMS! Today and tomorrow all students will allend school virtually. While all students will be at home today will be on schedule as usual. School starts at 8:45 and ends at 4:05. Attendance is required and students must show up on time for class. We are looking forward to having to very productive days of school and then enjoying a well deserved break.
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Good morning MMS! Today and tomorrow all students will allend school virtually. While all students will be at home today will be on schedule as usual. School starts at 8:45 and ends at 4:05. Attendance is required and students must show up on time for class. We are looking forward to having to very productive days of school and then enjoying a well deserved break.
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Good morning MMS! Today and tomorrow all students will allend school virtually. While all students will be at home today will be on schedule as usual. School starts at 8:45 and ends at 4:05. Attendance is required and students must show up on time for class. We are looking forward to having to very productive days of school and then enjoying a well deserved break.
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Here's a reminder about the virtual pivot schedule for schools and district offices next week. Hope you have a great weekend!
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MAUMELLE MIDDLE SCHOOL teachers are doing a Turkey Trot. Whichever team has the most feathers on Friday wins lunch. This team-building exercise encourages teachers to have fun and work together. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Pulaski County Youth Services is hosting a "Mask Up for Justice" scavenger hunt for middle & high students across the county. 15 winners will receive a sweatshirt & mask. Submit entries to mborders-hoskin@pulaskicounty.net by 5 pm Nov. 22. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Happy Educational Support Professionals Day! Thank you for your dedication to our students and families! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Congratulations to MAUMELLE MIDDLE 6th grader, Serrima Samura! Serrima won first place for middle schoolers in the Maumelle Tree Board’s art contest.
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It is American Education Week! We want to send a big THANK YOU to teachers & parents for prioritizing education this year as we navigate uncharted territory with COVID-19. And, let's not forget our rockstar students who have adapted to change! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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November is Native American Heritage Month. President Ronald Reagan first proclaimed one week in November as "American Indian Week" in 1986. And in 1990, President George H.W. Bush was the first to designate November as "National American Indian Heritage Month."
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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. This year's theme is Taking Care of Youth Who Have Diabetes. Tips include manage blood glucose levels, healthy habits, stay prepared for emergencies & seek mental health support if needed.
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According to Classlink, all logins into the PCSSD portal are now working. Classlink identified the issue and will continue to monitor the system. Thank you for your patience this morning!
Status Updates: https://status.classlink.com/#
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PCSSD Portal / Classlink Update: The Classlink team is still working with AWS. Several other sites are experiencing similar issues with error code 500. We will continue to update you on our progress. https://status.classlink.com/#
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The PCSSD portal, managed by Classlink, is currently down nationwide. Classlink is investigating the issue and we will update as soon as have more details. You can follow status updates here: status.classlink.com. Thank you for your patience.
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Please join the Maumelle Middle School PTSO if you have not done so! The PTSO is an important organization that supports our school, staff and students in many different ways. Thank you!
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If you have any volunteer hours for Maumelle Middle School, please record them on this form. We appreciate you!
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