Good Evening, Cato Families! 🦉

Our teachers have been working hard getting their classrooms ready for our students, and we are so excited to welcome you back!

This is a reminder that Cato’s Open House is tomorrow night from 5:00–7:00 PM. We can’t wait to see you and your family!

📋 Class lists will be posted on a board at 5:00 PM so families can find their child’s teacher.

We are looking forward to a wonderful evening and an amazing school year! See you tomorrow! 💙🦉
2 days ago, Georgette Sierra
open house flyer

Thank you, Sherwood Chamber of Commerce and every other sponsor, for showing your appreciation to all the Sylvan Hills feeder schools! #ExpectBelieveSucceed

about 2 hours ago, PCSSD
A view down a table of people smiling and eating
a group of people smiling at a table with food
A crowd at a table cheering with pom poms
Four people posing for a picture
A large crowd shot of a gathering
A picture of a food service line.
A very excited woman waving pom poms
A woman walking past some people smiling
A crowd cheering with pom poms.

Please take a moment to review the district dress code and clear/mesh backpack policy so your student is ready for August 10: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school

about 6 hours ago, PCSSD
"DRESS CODE" written on a clip art t-shirt with clip art hangers behind it.
The Smart Tech Chromebook insurance portal is now open for the 2026–27 school year. Families can purchase coverage anytime between now and October 6, 2026.

Coverage includes accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft, with $0 deductible and unlimited claims (police report required for loss/theft claims).
Policy cost: $25, valid through June 30, 2027.

English & Spanish portals:
www.smarttechins.com/pulaski
www.smarttechins.com/pulaskistaff
about 10 hours ago, PCSSD
"Chromebook Insurance" on a clip art laptop screen
PCSSD Smart Tech device coverage flyer. Shows coverage for accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft with no deductible and unlimited claims. Repair prices without coverage: keyboard or touchpad $50, broken screen $90, total loss $300. States policy cost is $25 and expires June 30, 2027. Includes sign‑up methods: text PULASKI to 1‑888‑414‑8007, call 877‑307‑6777, register online at smarttechins.com/pulaski, or mail the printed form to Smart Tech Insurance in Lake Mary, Florida.
PCSSD Smart Tech device coverage flyer. Shows coverage for accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft with no deductible and unlimited claims. Repair prices without coverage: keyboard or touchpad $50, broken screen $90, total loss $300. States policy cost is $25 and expires June 30, 2027. Includes sign‑up methods: text PULASKI to 1‑888‑414‑8007, call 877‑307‑6777, register online at smarttechins.com/pulaski, or mail the printed form to Smart Tech Insurance in Lake Mary, Florida.
🚌 Check bus numbers, stop locations, and times on our Back to School page: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school
about 23 hours ago, PCSSD
"BUS ROUTES" on a clip art sign on a clip art road
Today is the day!!! Cato's OPEN HOUSE 5-7!

Doors open at 5 PM. We look forward to seeing you!

Remember Bad to the Bone BBQ and Kona Ice will be here. They accept cash or cards. Come see your child's teacher and support our local businesses.
1 day ago, Georgette Sierra
Please welcome Principal Georgette Sierra to Cato Elementary! As we count down to the first day of school on Monday, August 10, we're excited to announce and celebrate the PCSSD administrators in new roles across the district. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

Learn more about Mrs. Sierra: https://cato.pcssd.org/page/admin-team

View the list of all school leaders: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037
2 days ago, PCSSD
headshot of Georgette Sierra
👕 Not sure what to wear in the first week of school? Each Wednesday is easy! Pick a college or career shirt to join in on AVID Wednesday! 🩺
What is AVID? AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. It is an academic support program that prepares students for college eligibility and success. Last year, PCSSD AVID seniors earned $9M in scholarships! #ExpectBelieveSucceed
3 days ago, PCSSD
AVID College & Career Wednesdays Wear a college or career shirt with decorated shirts and logos for AVID and PCSSD
Teachers and students in a hallway smiling with college shirts on
upper classmen smiling with college shirts on
Students in Carti garb giving care to baby doll mannequins
🏫 Meet the school leaders who will help our students expect, believe and succeed this year!

Welcome these new and returning principals and assistant principals, as well as deans of students, for 2026-2027.

🔗 View the complete list: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037
#ExpectBelieveSucceed #BackToSchool
3 days ago, PCSSD

Staff from across the district gathered Monday for convocation and the start of Back to School Week, reconnecting and setting a shared focus for the year ahead!

Superintendent Jeff Senn reiterated PCSSD's new motto, #ExpectBelieveSucceed. He also encouraged educators to reflect on their PLC (Power, Legacy, and Completion) and the lasting difference they can make for students.

4 days ago, PCSSD
Superintendent Jeff Senn
A person stands on a stage in front of a full auditorium, speaking to staff seated in rows.
Two people hugging
A person standing with people around him
A band playing
A person stands on a stage in front of a full auditorium, speaking to staff seated in rows.
two principals speaking with one another
a row of focused people in matching blue
people clapping for standing new teachers
a shot of a crowded auditorium
Get ready, Cato community—we’re coming to see you!
5 days ago, Georgette Sierra
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Here's a Peek at our Cato Staff! https://canva.link/rve1vf1yhtf2jdo
7 days ago, Georgette Sierra

🎉 Ashley Washam has been selected as one of the Top 15 Finalists for the 2027 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, a statewide honor recognizing exceptional teaching and leadership across Arkansas.

Washam will be recognized alongside other finalists on August 6 at the Governor’s Mansion. Each finalist receives a certificate and a $1,000 award provided by the Walton Family Foundation.

Earlier this year, Washam was named PCSSD’s District Teacher of the Year after being selected at the school level. She spent the last year serving Maumelle Middle School and will begin a new role as Dean of Students at Pine Forest Elementary for 2026–2027.

Congratulations on this well‑deserved recognition! Read more about her recognition here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3046865 #ExpectBeliveSucceed

10 days ago, PCSSD
Good evening Cato Parents and Staff! For the safety of our students, our arrival and dismissal procedures have changed. Please review the new procedures.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zEBX71KXLGn49mrvOUIltOTlif-xu6vS/view?usp=sharing

11 days ago, Georgette Sierra

Open House August 6 5-7

14 days ago, Georgette Sierra
Open House
14 days ago, Georgette Sierra
Open house Aug 5
Sign up for the community league Basketball! Click the link for more information.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1jMoIkQ1iwf4WP7v2c7kTj0RtLgutsmPx/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101019128858719073666&rtpof=true&sd=true
15 days ago, Georgette Sierra
Open House is scheduled for Thursday, August 6, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
The schedule for each PCSSD Open House can be found here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3015595
24 days ago, PCSSD
A stylized sticky note says, "Save the Date" for Cato Elementary School's Open House on Thursday, August 6

School supply lists for the 2026-2027 school year are now available for elementary and middle schools. Families can find the supplies for school organized by feeder area here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3015590

24 days ago, PCSSD
A square image that says school supplies written on a cartoon notebook with school paraphernalia in the background
Chartwells is hiring for our cafeterias in the 2026–2027 school year. Apply now:
Kitchen Manager: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=70e14cbc4cf408d1
Foodservice Worker: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=18a2714574f2a137
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Recruitment flyer for Chartwells announcing open kitchen manager and foodservice worker positions for PCSSD schools. The flyer lists benefits such as no nights or weekends, paid sick days and holidays, flexible shifts, career growth, and free shift meals. It includes photos of foodservice staff preparing meals and serving food, plus QR codes linking to job applications.