The MILLS MIDDLE band recently performed at the junior high football game. This was the first performance for the band in over a year and a half! In fact, this was the first performance ever for 7th graders and second for 8th graders. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Staff at MILLS MIDDLE had a great day of professional development and team building. But they also had some fun with the Kagan Strategies energizing game: Bear, Salmon, and Mosquito game. Congratulations to our winner, Mrs. Jones!
On November 2, PCSSD seeks approval of its current 40.7 school mill tax. If it passes, existing bonds will be restructured to generate $80M in revenue for facilities projects. If it fails, taxes remain the same, but no facility improvements.
pcssd.org/page/building-for-the-future
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This is Digital Citizenship Week. At PCSSD, we work to educate our students about good digital citizenship and show them how to connect with each other, be kind, and leave a positive digital footprint.
It is National School Bus Safety Week. At PCSSD we aim to ensure safe and successful school bus safety measures this week and every week of the school year.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/562782
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NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY (October 18). District and school staff will be participating in professional development across the PCSSD. District offices will be open regular hours and schools will be open for students again on Tuesday, October 19.
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Mills University Studies High School will host a baseball camp on Saturday, November 6 from 11 am - 12 pm. This camp is open for students ages 7-13. Email Coach Drinnen if you're interested in attending: cdrinnen8131@pcssd.org
The Mills University Studies High School baseball team will host its first ever 5K run/walk on Saturday, November 6. The race will start at 9 a.m. at the high school. The cost is $20 to participate and proceeds will benefit the baseball team. Pets are welcome!
Click here to register: https://forms.gle/ucoZUoddhwGjWJHW8
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Today's Tip Tuesday is to monitor what your child is doing online. Computers should be kept in an open area and parents should be aware of a child's cyber activities, learn about new technologies, and set rules for online use.
On November 2, PCSSD is asking for voters' approval to RESTRUCTURE its 3 existing bonds. RESTRUCTURE: refinance, or revise, bonds in order to save money in the long run. The money saved will be restructured to fund infrastructure projects related to facilities improvements. pcssd.org/page/building-for-the-future #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
This is Earth Sciences Week and the theme is "Water Today and for the Future." PCSSD students continue to learn about the science of earth and the importance of taking care of her. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
This is National School Lunch Week! President John F. Kennedy first recognized this week in 1962 to promote the importance of a healthy school lunch and the impact it has in and out of the classroom. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Orchestra classes are available for students at MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH and MILLS MIDDLE. Students learn about string instruments and how to play the violin, cello, or bass. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The annual school election is November 2 and the early voting window is October 26 - 31. There are more than 50 polling sites on Election Day and only 5 locations for early voting. Polling sites & voter info found here: http://ow.ly/uRRN50GlA0U
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Today is World Teacher Day! Thank you to our teachers who work tirelessly for the betterment of our students. We appreciate you and all of your work in our community! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Today's Tip Tuesday is to teach children to recognize the signs of bullying: someone is being hurt by words or actions on purpose, usually more than once, feels bad because of it, & has a hard time stopping what is happening to them.
October is National Principal Month. Check out this throwback photo of one of our principals - who do you think this is? She is a 1983 graduate of Central High in West Helena. She went on to attend college at @ucabears. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is Farm to School Month to celebrate food education and lunch trays filled with healthy, local ingredients. This year Chartwells chefs created some fresh recipes for students and families to try at home.
https://www.pcssd.org/article/552017
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Are you interested in tutoring? We are looking for AVID tutors for middle and high school students. Applicants must be available 2 days per week (2-5 hours a day) and have a strong math and English background. Call Belinda at 501-234-2021 to apply. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is National Custodian Day and we want to give a special shout out to those men and women who remain committed to keeping our schools clean and sanitized every day. Thank you!! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
