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Reading during these summer months helps avoid the summer slide. Brightly offers books lists and tips for students of every age.
https://www.readbrightly.com/summer-reading-central/
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PCSSD transportation department hosted a training day on Monday which included a few big celebrations. Shout out to Sharon Clevenger who received the Star Performer award as well as Steve Boatner and Rebecca Gibbs for 40 years of service in PCSSD! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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In addition to a "meet and greet" session for parents, new principal Ms. Zondria Campbell hosted a meet and greet with her staff last week. This was an informal chance for teachers at RMS to drop by the school and meet their new principal before professional development sessions began this week. We're excited for a new year!
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All PCSSD health and PE teachers are gathered for a full day of professional development. They'll be learning new, fun activities for the school year for elementary and secondary schools. Additionally, all PE/Health teachers will get certified in CPR/AED and first aid during the training session today.
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Summer is winding down and we are all preparing for a return to school. Families should start planning healthy breakfast and lunch meals to make sure students stay mentally alert all day. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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August is Immunization Awareness Month. The World Health Organization reports that increasing the global vaccination coverage could prevent an additional 1.5 million deaths. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Summer is winding down and we are all preparing for a return to school. Now is the time to start working with your children to set up a bedtime routine to ensure they get the necessary amount of rest. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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PCSSD is excited to once again be partnering with Chartwells to provide delicious and nutritious meals for students! You can leave the cooking to us this year!
https://www.pcssd.org/article/803488
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Happy International Lefthanders Day to all of our lefthanded friends! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Good luck to PCSSD's own Ka'Mya Tackett who is representing Arkansas in the Miss America's Outstanding Teen pageant tonight in Dallas. We are proud of you Ka'Mya! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Happy Friday!
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Summer is winding down and we are all preparing for a return to school. Start finding some dedicated TV-free time and instead use this time to for a learning activity. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Due to USDA waivers ending on June 30, meals will not be free for all students this year. Students can still receive free or reduced price meals through the Free and Reduced Lunch program. Apply by Sept. 9 for a chance to win a $100 gas gift card! Apply online: https://trst.in/dEXwcx #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Reading during these summer months helps avoid the summer slide. AR Kids Read offers tutors and ensures access to books for students who need them most.
https://arkidsread.org/
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Thank you to those families who stopped by on Tuesday evening for a brief "meet and greet" with our new principal, Ms. Zondria Campbell! If you missed the event Tuesday, no worries! Our open house is next week - Thursday, August 18 starting at 4pm!
We're ready for an amazing school year!
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Back to school prep is in full swing with the JOE T. ROBINSON MIDDLE leadership team. We're excited to begin an amazing school year with YOU as part of our Robinson family! See you on August 22! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Summer is winding down and we are all preparing for a return to school. Work with your children to make sure they can open packages in their lunchbox and eat in the allotted amount of time. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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August is Immunization Awareness Month. The World Health Organization reports that immunizations are one of the most successful and cost-effective public health interventions. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Today is National Book Lover's Day! What is your favorite book? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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