Mills Middle School

It's National Make a Difference to Children Month. Here's how Morgan Dickerson of MAUMELLE HIGH works to make an impact: "I always try to give scholars the tools to be better. ... When I see an opportunity to offer help and suggestions to them, I do." #pcssdproud #serveall

Taking cues from the calendar emoji, World Emoji Day is celebrated on 📅 July 17 📅. This fun holiday is the perfect time to send an emoji-filled message to your friends and family. Drop your 3 most recent emojis in the comments! #pcssdproud #serveall 

Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this tip from Michelle Camp of ROBINSON HIGH: "A summer job for high school students provides valuable real-world experience, teaching them responsibility, time management and the importance of a strong work ethic. Summer jobs can enhance college applications by demonstrating initiative and experience." #pcssdproud #serveall

GET READY COMET FAMILY FOR OUR BACK 2 SCHOOL GEAR UP FAMILY NIGHT! SAVE THIS DATE AND TIME 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, THURSDAY, AUGUST 8th @millsmiddleschool FREE FOOD | Eat My Catfish, Big Baby's Barbecue, and more FREE GAMES/ACTIVITIES | AR AIMS, Little Rock Zoo, CALS, Mid-America Science Museum, AR Regional Innovation Hub, and more... YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS! WE ARE GOING TO START THE 2024/2025 SCHOOL YEAR WITH A COMET BLAST! SEE YA'LL 8/8/24! #millsmiddleschoolcomets #back2school #familynight #pcssdproud

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR THE MILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS 2024-2025 SUMMER WORKOUT SCHEDULE? Click or Copy/Paste this link (see: https://5il.co/2r8km) for the schedule. We are currently in Week 8 (July 14-20). #summerreading, #summerpractice, #summerfamilytime, #summerfun is how we do it over here at Comet nation! Let's Go! #millsmiddleschoolcomets #thebestisyettocome

Here’s a fun holiday to celebrate: Global Hug Your Kids Day! This day helps remind parents and caregivers to hug their kids daily. Bonus: hugs can help reduce stress and improve emotional connections.  #pcssdproud #serveall

Our school-based health clinic is opening in just a few weeks! Our partners at Mainline Health have an opening for a Patient Support Specialist the clinic that will located behind the MILLS MIDDLE campus. Check out the position: https://trst.in/U2gbem #pcssdproud #serveall

With more nearly 7,500 hours of instruction, PCSSD ranks in top 10% nationwide for commitment to whole-child education. This instruction focused on topics like financial literacy, health, careers and more. Learn more about this award: https://trst.in/LIbChD #pcssdproud #serveall

It's National Make a Difference to Children Month! Here’s how Stacy Bottoms of CATO works to make an impact: "Through positive relationship building, educators can shape a child's future and help them succeed academically and personally." #pcssdproud #serveall

We've got a NEW online payment portal for PCSSD students - EZ School Pay! This can be used to make payments for student nutrition, school events, chromebook fees and more. Set up a free account and check out all the app features: https://trst.in/w3Aycs #pcssdproud #serveall

Yes, it is still a glorious summer, but the 2024-2025 MMS Comet year starts in a little over a month from now. We're excited and can't wait to welcome our mighty comets! Dr. Lisa Watson, Principal of Mills Middle School is extending her heartfelt greetings to you this summer and wishes to welcome you, our Mills Middle School community and stakeholders to the new school year. Take a moment to read her welcome letter and please be in touch with any questions, concerns, suggestions and praise reports. #millsmiddleschoolcomets #thebestisyettocome #enjoysummerbreak #pcssdproud

More than 75% of PCSSD schools will offer free meals starting in the 24-25 school year under Provision 2. This will provide meals, regardless of eligibility, at no charge for students in 19 select schools. Check out the details here: https://trst.in/D03Nk3. #pcssdproud #serveall

Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this simple tip from Anjelica Evans of COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY: "READ, READ, READ! 15 minutes of listening to your child read every day will make a major difference in your child/children's academic abilities." #pcssdproud #serveall

Celebrated in July, French-American Heritage Month commemorates the contributions and influence the French have made in our everyday lives. Everything from art, laws, cuisine, culture, etiquette and so much more! Merci beaucoup! #pcssdproud #serveall

Did you know our Mills Middle School Comets can sing and play (various instruments) well? Our music department is thriving and we thank Ms. Rounds, Ms. Cojocaru, Mr. Cross (not pictured) and Mr. Cooper (not pictured) for inspiring our comets to soar with sound! These pictures are from our last concert of the year. Unfortunately, we didn't get pictures of our band(s), but everyone that came to our May spring concerts will tell you that these scholars knocked it out the park! Can't wait to see what 2024-2025 will bring!! #thebestisyettocome #millsmiddleschoolcomets #musicislife #thearts #choir #orchestra #band

School may be out for the summer, but the first day of the new school year will be here before you know it! Make sure you're ready and get your school supplies early. Find your child's supply list here: https://millsms.pcssd.org/page/school-supply-lists Exciting news - you can order everything you need right from our website from your favorite retailer!

Happy 4th of July! This holiday commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking the 13 American colonies’ political break from Great Britain. Americans celebrate with fireworks, first added to official celebrations in 1777. #pcssdproud #serveall 

We are kicking off National Make a Difference to Children Month with thoughtful tips on teaching gratitude to our kids from Dr. Luttrell, Director of STEM and Blended Learning. Check out his tips and learn to make a difference: https://www.pcssd.org/article/1643332 #pcssdproud #serveall

REMINDER! This week's meal box pick up will be Wednesday, July 3. The District will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Both pick up locations MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH and CATO ELEMENTARY will be open 7am-11am (while supplies last). https://trst.in/7OOdg5 #pcssdproud #serveall

Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this fun tip from Staisey Hodge of OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY: "Visit the local library for storytime and discover new books. Then explore the other items you and the family can check out—like fishing poles, tools or telescopes!" #pcssdproud #serveall