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May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Physical activity can reduce the risk of disease, foster social connection, and improve mental health. So try to take some time for physical activities this summer. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Get ready for some Basketball!
Sylvan Hills Bears Basketball Camp with K. Davis & S. Stricklen will be June 19-21 for students 1st - 8th grade. Register today!
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Students will take final semester exams this week:
Wednesday (24) 1st & 2nd Period
Thursday (25)3rd & 4th Period
Friday (26)5th & 6th Period
Tuesday (30) 7th Period
Wednesdays (31) Makeup Only
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UPDATED TIME: The Sophomore/Junior Awards ceremony has been moved to 5/23 at 9:30 am at SHHS.
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Pulaski County Youth Services has an ACT Prep Summer Bootcamp this June! Registration is now open to learn general test-taking tips and strategies in English, Reading, Math, and Science June 12-June 16 from 9 am-12 pm at New Hope Baptist Church in North Little Rock.
Register now using the link below:
https://forms.gle/MCj3xCa7YJYwR1Rq6
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Be Mighty Little Rock is making plans for their summer meal service. Lunch at the Library is available for kids and teens, 18 and younger, Mondays- Saturdays, June 5-August 12. Check out the sites the lunches will be available. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental Health America believes stability has a positive impact on mental health, including stable housing, psychological safety, and avoiding potential safety hazards.
https://mhanational.org/
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During teacher appreciation week (last week), PCSSD district office arranged for lunch for teachers at every school. Special thanks to Charcuterie & More for their delicious, beautiful grazing tables. Every school had a unique, delicious set up! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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AVID students from SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE, SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH and SYLVAN HILLS HIGH gathered for an end-of-the-year picnic earlier this week. This was a fun way to wrap up the year with collaboration among students in 6-12th grades. Special thanks to Central Baptist Church in North Little Rock for the yummy lunch provided to all!
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May is Jewish American Heritage Month. This month we celebrate and pay tribute to the Jewish Americans who have impacted our society.
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Today is Speech Pathologist Day. We thank the many speech pathologists who work with our students daily. These dedicated individuals provide a important service to our students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Our of nearly 50 nominations, Kristin Herring is the Inspiration in Education for the 4th quarter this school year. Kristin is the lead academy career coach. She received 3 nominations from her peers and was recognized at last week's board meeting. Congrats!
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May is National Nurses Month! All month we will be shouting out our dedicated school nursing staff. Thank you to the Sylvan Hills feeder nurses for taking care of our students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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May is Military Appreciation Month and we are so thankful for those who sacrifice to serve our great nation both in the states and abroad! Thank you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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"If I have done anything in life worth attention, I feel sure that I inherited the disposition from my mother." Booker T. Washington
Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers and mother figures across PCSSD!
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental Health America encourages community and neighborhood to combat mental health issues, including access to resources, creating a social connect, and building a safe community.
https://mhanational.org/
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Today is School Communicators Day! Thank you to the PCSSD Communications Department for their dedication to sharing accurate and timely communication with all stakeholders. We appreciate your passion for showcasing our students, staff & schools! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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May is Better Speech and Hearing Month. This month, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association raises awareness about communication disorders through their teme of "Building a Strong Foundation."
https://www.asha.org/
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Today is School Nurses Day. Thank you to our school nurses who work tirelessly for our students each day! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
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Arkansas 2nd District Congressman French Hill is hosting a 2023 Congressional Art Competition Fan Favorite Competition, and you can vote to support PCSSD students.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/1108426
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