The Arkansas Department of Education is partnering with Nettleton STEAM School in Jonesboro to offer Arkansas students a unique opportunity to witness a conversation with astronauts aboard the International Space Station. Learn more about the event here:
http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?Id=4606
AVID Tutors needed!
Help our Maumelle Middle students as an AVID tutor! Must be available 2 days per week for 2-5 hours per day. Full details below.
It's National Handwashing Awareness Week. There IS a proper way to wash your hands:
Wet hands w/ clean, running water (warm or cold)
Apply soap
Scrub front & back of hands, between fingers, & under nails for 20 sec
Rinse hands w/ clean, running water
Dry hands using a clean towel
It is National Handwashing Awareness Week. According to the CDC we should watch our hands before AND after:
- Touching your eyes, nose, or mouth
- Touching your mask
- Entering and leaving a public place
- Touching a surface that may be frequently touched by other people
Today is World AIDS Day. Today we unite in the fight against HIV. World AIDS Day was founded in 1988 and was the first ever global health day.
November is Native American Heritage Month. Programs across the country work tirelessly to preserve the stories and heritage of the original inhabitants of the land. But some tribes are keeping traditions alive, including American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians.
The Little Rock Zoo is opening their Zoofari Virtual Winter Break Camp this December so that students can continue learning while away from school for a couple of weeks. Find out more information at: https://www.pcssd.org/article/355473?org=pcssd
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Dr. Monica Meadows is a Gifted & Talented Facilitator at College Station & Daisy Bates elementaries. She is helping other educators reach students from low-income homes by contributing to a new book, "Unlocking Potential."
https://www.pcssd.org/article/355379?org=pcssd
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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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
Happy Educational Support Professionals Day! Thank you for your dedication to our students and families! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Congratulations to MAUMELLE MIDDLE 6th grader, Serrima Samura! Serrima won first place for middle schoolers in the Maumelle Tree Board’s art contest.
http://pulaskicountyar.apptegy.us/article/349781?org=pcssd
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