Can we reach all 50 states? Share your fundraising page with family and friends near and far to help us fill the map. Every new state brings our school closer to completing the 50 State Challenge and spreading KINDNESS across the country! #KindnessFundraiser #RaisingKindness
@RaiseAboveFundraising
about 11 hours ago, Georgette Sierra
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This Friday, we will celebrate AVID Day, joining schools across the country in recognizing the impact of educators and students working together to expand access and opportunity. At Pulaski County Special School District, AVID strengthens skills like critical thinking, organization, collaboration, and self-advocacy, helping students prepare for college, careers, and beyond. We are proud of the growth we see every day and grateful for the shared commitment that makes it possible. #MyAVIDWhy #ExpectBelieveSucceed
about 16 hours ago, PCSSD
AVID DAY
Remember to wear AVID gear, college shirts, or career shirts! Comment with a picture showing us how you celebrate AVID!
1 day ago, Skyler Talmage
Wednesdays are AVID days with PCSSD!
The Fall Fest is coming!!!
1 day ago, Georgette Sierra
Fall Fest
WOW! Our Kindness Fundraiser is off to an AMAZING start!
Keep the momentum going by completing your Kindness Passport for a chance to win a prize from the Mystery Prize Box! We can't wait to see all the incredible acts of kindness our students share throughout the fundraiser.
#KindnessFundraiser #RaisingKindness
@RaiseAboveFundraising

1 day ago, Georgette Sierra
mystery prize

Grandparents Day at Cato was amazing! We are so thankful for our families and grandparents that were able to attend. Thank you, for making this a memorable day for our students. To view all the photos, please use this link: Grandparents Day 2026

5 days ago, Skyler Talmage
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🎉 Grandparents’ Day Reminder! 🎉

Grandparents’ Day has arrived! Today is the day! We’re so excited to welcome everyone and wanted to send out a few reminders:

Please be sure to bring your driver’s license so you can receive your visitor badge.
If you plan to eat lunch and would like to purchase a school meal, it is $4 cash only.
Once lunch is over, please make your way out of the building.
For safety and security, only students are allowed in the classrooms and on the playground.
We are also unable to pull siblings from other grade levels.
You are welcome to stay and eat with each child, but please do so during their assigned lunch time.
Thank you for helping us make Grandparents’ Day a fun and safe day for everyone! We can’t wait to see you!

6 days ago, Georgette Sierra
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Cato staff had the opportunity to make a healthy smoothie using a recipe that was created for first grade students! Partnering with Apple Seeds Teaching Farm, we are looking forward to encouraging our students to make healthy choices and learning how eating healthy can be simple and delicious!
7 days ago, Skyler Talmage
Cato staff had the opportunity to make a healthy smoothie using a recipe that was created for first grade students.
🎉 Grandparents’ Day Reminder! 🎉

Grandparents’ Day is this Friday! We’re so excited to welcome everyone and wanted to send out a few reminders:

Please be sure to bring your driver’s license so you can receive your visitor badge.
If you plan to eat lunch and would like to purchase a school meal, it is $4 cash only.
Once lunch is over, please make your way out of the building.
For safety and security, only students are allowed in the classrooms and on the playground.
We are also unable to pull siblings from other grade levels.
You are welcome to stay and eat with each child, but please do so during their assigned lunch time.
Thank you for helping us make Grandparents’ Day a fun and safe day for everyone! We can’t wait to see you! 💙
7 days ago, Georgette Sierra
flyer
This year, our students are earning ClassDojo points for making positive choices, showing kindness, working hard, and following school expectations. We want to continue rewarding those choices through our Student Store, just as we have in the past with PBIS points.

We are asking our Cato families and community partners to help us keep the store stocked throughout the year. Any donation, big or small, is greatly appreciated!

Thank you for helping us make positive choices rewarding!
8 days ago, Georgette Sierra
Shine Drive
Schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Students will return to school on Tuesday, September 8, and all district offices will also be open.
12 days ago, PCSSD
A cartoon sign says "no school for students Monday, September 7" with the PCSSD logo
A cartoon sign says, "district offices will be closed Monday, September 7"
Strong schools rely on strong leadership. PCSSD principals spent their morning at Central Office to collaborate, connect, and continue preparing for a successful year across our schools. #ExpectBelieveSucceed
14 days ago, PCSSD
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three principals talking and laughing
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Sylvan Hills Middle School is hosting a volleyball skills and drills starting Friday.
30 days ago, Georgette Sierra
SHMS
👕 AVID Wednesday returns each week!
AVID builds a college‑ready mindset where students plan ahead, stay organized, and set goals with intention. These habits show up in AVID strategies across classrooms, from focused note‑taking to inquiry and collaboration.

Lay out your favorite college or career shirt tonight and sport it proudly Wednesday #ExpectBelieveSucceed
🔗 Learn more about AVID: https://www.pcssd.org/page/avid
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
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A person wearing an AVID shirt.
A person wearing an AVID shirt and Texaco hat while holding a ladder.
Two people wearing college shirts
A person wearing an HBCU shirt.
Two people wearing college shirts
Two people wearing college shirts
Three people wearing AVID shirts.
A person wearing a college shirt.
Four people wearing college shirts in a classroom.
Each week during the school year, we participate in AVID Wednesday. Staff and students wear their favorite college or career shirt to show where their goals can take them. 🎓👕💼 #ExpectBelieveSucceed

🔗 Learn more about AVID in our schools with this link: https://www.pcssd.org/page/avid
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
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Thank you, Cato families, for your patience this afternoon! 🦉 We appreciate your help as we work to make arrival and dismissal go as smoothly and safely as possible.

Here are a few reminders to help dismissal go more smoothly tomorrow:

🚗 Please have your car tag visible so the teacher can quickly call your child’s name.

➡️ Students will enter and exit vehicles on the right side only.

🚙 Parents, please remain in your vehicle. Staff will assist students as needed.

🏫 Students are being housed in the cafeteria during dismissal, so it takes a few minutes for them to walk to the front of the school. Please remind your child to get up as soon as they hear their name and walk directly to the front.

Thank you again for your patience, support, and partnership as we work through our procedures. We look forward to a great day tomorrow! 💚🦉
about 1 month ago, Georgette Sierra

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

about 1 month ago, PCSSD
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A very excited woman waving pom poms
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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 1 month 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 1 month ago, PCSSD
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.
"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.
🚌 Check bus numbers, stop locations, and times on our Back to School page: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
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