January is School Board Appreciation Month and we asked our board members to share a little about themselves.
Dr. Linda Remele, board president, is married with one son, one step-son, 2 granddaughters and 5 cats.
Her greatest pleasure in retirement is volunteering, especially at McPherson Women’s prison, Care Channel and at Sylvan Hills Middle.
One thing she's learned during COVID, is to reach out to your family and friends to keep in touch since you can’t see them in person. This pandemic is hard for all people at all ages.
Thank you, Dr. Remele, for your dedication to PCSSD!
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REMINDER: all student lunches are FREE through the rest of the school year. The USDA waiver allows all students to be served meals free of cost through June 30, 2021. More details can be found on our website:
http://ow.ly/xmCG50D5wHH #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Registration for the 2021-2022 school is now open for NEW students (includes Pre-K) and SCHOOL CHOICE. Returning student registration will open on February 1. Full registration details can be found at pcssd.org/register.
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Superintendent Dr. Charles McNulty addresses the rise in COVID-19 cases in Arkansas and how the district handles pivoting decisions.
Video: https://youtu.be/wWncdFFYH1s
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Good evening parents & staff.
Apologies for the late message, but we wanted to inform you that school will reopen tomorrow - Tuesday, January 12. The gas leak has been fixed without any additional cause for concern. The closure today was a precaution to keep our students and staff safe - since the gas was turned off, the building got cold very quickly. We expect full heat to be up and running tomorrow. We look forward to seeing your students tomorrow for a great day of learning!
Thank you!
Happy 2021! We hope you enjoyed your break and are recharged ready to complete this school year learning and experiencing school life! The first day back for students in Tuesday, Jan. 5. There is no school tomorrow as it is required PD day for teachers. See you all Tuesday in person and online! Here's to a fabulous 2021!
"These are a few of my favorite things" from Ms. Stroud at OAKBROOKE: The school library partnered with Sanders Library in Sherwood to offer "outreach bags" with craft and STEM winter-related activities inside for students in K-5 grades. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
"These are a few of my favorite things" from Ms. Middaugh at OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY: 5th grade Alpha students participated in the In-Flight Downlink with Expedition 64. Students painted a galaxy in watercolor and wrote space quatrains for poetry. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
"These are a few of my favorite things" from Mrs. Ponder at OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY: 2nd graders each found a pet reindeer! Students told us where they found their reindeer his or her name, special traits, and even what they like to eat! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Virtual students recently came by school to pick up their PBIS rewards. The students "cashed in" their good behavior points for various prizes, including popcorn and other goodies to enjoy during the Christmas movie watch party this week with the other traditional students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub, Winrock International, & PCSSD are partnering to challenge students to be innovators. This event challenges students across Arkansas in the field of science & technology.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/363066?org=pcssd
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Happy Hanukkah! Today is the first of an 8-day Jewish celebration commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem during 2nd century B.C. It is celebrated with the lighting of the menorah, traditional foods, games and gifts. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is Human Rights Day. This year's theme is Recover Better - Stand Up for Human Rights and focuses on the need to build back better by ensuring Human Rights are central to recovery efforts.
The Central Arkansas Library System and Be Mighty are partnering to provide free food for families in need. Reservations need to be made by 5 p.m. tonight for pick up Friday or Saturday. To make reservations, call 501-918-3031 (English) or 501-320-5785 (Spanish).
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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Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day to recognize the 2,403 people killed during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. The USS Arizona & USS Utah were destroyed in the attack. The USS Shaw (pictured) was hit with 3 bombs, but salvaged, repaired, & returned to combat in Aug. 1942.
Oakbrooke Virtual PBIS Pickup Dec. 9 & Holiday Party Info
Looking for fun, socially distanced holiday activities? Check out this list of places to see holiday lights in central Arkansas from Little Rock Family: https://www.littlerockfamily.com/post/27930/places-to-see-holiday-lights-in-central-arkansas
It's National Handwashing Awareness Week. The CDC has a Life is Better with Clean Hands campaign encouraging adult to make handwashing part of their everyday life, along with encouraging parents to wash their hands to set a good example for their kids.
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
