September is National Suicide Prevention Month. While suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the U.S., the Arkansas Department of Health reports that it is the leading cause of violent death in Arkansas.
https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/topics/suicide-prevention
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Though it may not feel like fall outdoors, we are in full swing with fall football! Al four PCSSD high schools are playing tonight - 3 on the road and 1 at home. Don't forget you can watch all games through our livestream: www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network
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This is National Coding Week! What new digital skills are you learning to help others and your community? Coding also helps students learn teamwork and problem solving skills. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Happy first day of Fall! Who is ready for some cooler weather? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
This is the International Week of the Deaf and we want to highlight our PCSSD interpreters who work with students across the District. Thank you for your service to our students and schools! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD executive director of communications, Jessica Duff, was a special guest on the Living in Beta Mode podcast by Arkansas Department of Education. They talked about the role of communication and social media in community & family engagement. Listen here: https://trst.in/vup8q1
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This is Recycle Awareness Week! PCSSD is committed to recycling and reducing waste across the district and in our schools. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Robinson High has three student athletes headed to the state golf tournament next week! Junior Adrianna Fagan along with Freshmen Avary Bartels and Grace Galloway toughed it out in the heat today during the conference match. These girls walked all 18 holes on one of the hottest days of the year! Way to go, ladies! Good luck next week! 🎩⛳️🏌🏼♀️
Today is National IT Professionals Day! Thank you to our talented IT staff who keeps PCSSD running! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is National Voter Registration Day! Did you know that voter registration applications are available throughout the community, or you can print a form online. Be sure to register to make your voice heard this November!
https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/voter-registration-information
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Good evening Senators,
Reminder to RSVP for the meeting being held tomorrow night to discuss our school’s trip to Boston & New York Summer 2024!!! This trip is open to 7th-12th Graders!!! Enrollment will open at the end of the meeting, as we anticipate that spots will fill up quickly! We will cover itinerary details, safety, cost and everything that’s included.
When: THURSDAY 9/22 6PM
To attend, register through this LINK https://bit.ly/3TB8n4X
Questions? Email me: jmcdaniel7458@pcssd.org
Can’t make the meeting, but want more information, use this LINK https://bit.ly/3TB8n4X and select “No, but send more information”
I look forward to seeing you there!
Joseph McDaniel
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) teachings start in the classroom, but continue outside the classroom during daily activities. It is fun to see students of all ages learn that STEM is Lit! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Are you interested in becoming a substitute teacher with PCSSD? Our partner, WillSub, is now hiring substitutes for the 2022-2023 school year! For a limited time, background checks are free. Learn more and apply online: https://trst.in/xCpvSj
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This week is Arkansas Peace Week. Organizations from around the state are coming together to promote peacemaking in our society and raise awareness of organizations working to build a lasting peace in Arkansas. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Be Mighty Little Rock is encouraging neighbors across Pulaski County to fill the Little Free Pantries in their neighborhoods with non-perishable foods or other items, like hygiene products. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is Attendance Awareness Month. Educators use attendance to engage families & children. Absences drop when families understand what their children are learning & feel welcome & supported. http://bit.ly/1oqfID7
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This year we've reconvened student representatives at our monthly board meetings. Student involvement is an important part of the democratic process of our school board meetings. In August, senior Lucy Jolley represented ROBINSON HIGH. This month, senior Jah Whyte represented MAUMELLE HIGH. We appreciate these students for taking the time to participate in these meetings. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is Thank a Police Officer Day. Police officers dedicate their lives to serving and protecting our community. How can you thank a police officer today? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
September is National Suicide Prevention Month.Did you know that women are more likely to attempt suicide, but men are 4x more likely to die by suicide?
https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Common-with-Mental-Illness/Risk-of-Suicide
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Today is Constitution Day! Today we celebrate the adoption of the United States Constitution, which happened on this day in 1787 by delegates to the Constitutional Convention at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.
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