Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! We love our teachers for so many reasons and we’ll share a few of them this week. "The teacher is the heart of the educational system." – Sidney Hook #pcssdproud #serveall
Mills University Studies boys and girls track team achieved quite the feat last week at the State Track Meet. Both girls and boys relay teams advanced to the Meet of Champs with top finishes. The boys 4x200 meter relay placed first and the girls also came in first for the 4x400 meter relay. This is the first time since 2012 that MUSHS has had a relay team make the meet of champs and the first time in school history for both girls and boys teams to make it!
Cinco de Mayo commemorates a significant Mexican victory during the Franco-Mexican War in Puebla. While it is a regional holiday in Mexico, the U.S. celebrates from coast to coast with food (guacamole, anyone?), traditional Mexican folk music & more. #pcssdproud #serveall
May is the time to make moves! Since 1983, National Physical Fitness and Sports Month is a great reminder to discover physical activities that your family enjoys together. What sports or activities are your students up to - individually or as a family? #pcssdproud #serveall
On Educator Commitment Signing Day, let’s all give a big round of applause to the next generation of educators. We can’t wait to see you inspiring students in the classroom. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy School Lunch Hero Day! Behind the scenes, these hard-working staff members make sure our students are fed every day - which is no small feat! Today we want to say a big thank you for all the prep, cooking, line-wrangling and more from these rockstars. #pcssdproud #serveall
Observed on the first Thursday of May, the National Day of Prayer encourages Americans to pray for our country’s government, education and more. PCSSD will be joining other local state officials to pray for our city, county and state. #pcssdproud #serveall
AP exams are just around the corner! All PCSSD high schools will follow the exam schedule as distributed by the College Board Advanced Placement team. There will be two weeks of exams. You can find the full schedule by course here: https://www.pcssd.org/page/talented-gifted-programs-scholarships.
Happy School Principals' Day! We are so grateful for each of our 26 outstanding educational leaders across the District. Thank you for your dedication to students, staff and school community. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today we celebrate with the Class of 2024 on National College Decision Day. For those heading to college, today marks the end of the admissions process and the start of the next chapter of their lives. Where is your grad headed? #pcssdproud #serveall
JROTC cadets attended the Annual Fishing Derby last week at the VA Lake Good Hope. The event is normally held outdoors, but due to rainy weather everything was moved inside. The cadets did an amazing job leading games and activities inside for everyone to enjoy. Great work JROTC on your volunteer work!
Mills University Studies High School is proud to honor the students in the 2024 Baccalaureate Program. We will host a ceremony on Sunday, May 5 at 5 p.m. here at the high school. This is such a great honor to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2024.
Shout out to senior Shamari Graydon for designing the announcement for this event.
Baccalaureate Program
Class of 2024
May 5th, 2024 5:00 p.m.
Time to get your groove on! Since 1982, International Dance Day is the perfect day to celebrate the value and importance of dance as an art form that can have a major impact on society. So we're curious - what is your favorite style of dance or dance move? #pcssdproud #serveall
MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES hosted a representative from Lexicon, Inc. and the American Welding Society to spark student interest in the construction pathway program. The presenters shared about the welding industry, job market and more. #pcssdproud #serveall
Last week, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES hosted the Area 5 Special Olympics outdoor events. Schools from across central Arkansas competed in various events. OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY, MILLS, SYLVAN HILLS and MAUMELLE MIDDLE and HIGH schools all competed. Congrats on these students' hard work! #pcssdproud #serveall
The MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES Symphonic Band hit a high note with a first division rating at the ASBOA State Concert Contest on April 15. A big round of applause to these students for their hard work and Mr. Cooper for his direction. Way to go, Comets! #pcssdproud #serveall
In 1872, Nebraska Board of Agriculture dedicated a special day be set aside for the planting of trees. This holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of more than one million trees in Nebraska, and is now celebrated all over the world. #pcssdproud #serveall
Pulaski County Youth Services is offering FREE ACT Prep sessions in May. ACT sessions are encouraged for 9th-12th grade students. All applicants are encouraged to attend each session for an attainable score.
PCSSD is hiring for positions across the District. If you missed the career expo last week, don't worry! You can still learn more about openings and apply online. Check out our current openings: https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers
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