Cato Elementary

Today is National Book Lover's Day! What is your favorite book? #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

TODAY ONLY: When you support a classroom, your donation will receive a 50% boost thanks to Bill Gates! Educators and students deserve to have an amazing back-to-school, and you can help make that happen. Find a classroom https://trst.in/C8xvRB #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Check out our new Cato school shirt website! We have two new shirts for sale that can be worn by students any day of the week. We are also selling adult sizes for parents, grandparents, etc. It’s super easy….order at the link below and the shirts will be delivered right to the school in late August/early September! https://stores.inksoft.com/cato_owls/shop/home

Summer is winding down and we are all preparing for a return to school. Now is the time to start working with your children to set up a morning schedule to ensure they get to school on time. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Students who attended the summer reading program ended their summer by engaging in literacy activities through by completing a cultural gallery walk. The group enjoyed the opportunity to explore Little Rock’s Mosaic Templars Cultural Center. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

CALS has a list of programs and activities for students and the updated meal schedule for the end of summer, including the latest author talks, art exhibitions, & film schedule at your favorite CALS branch during August. https://cals.click/program-guide #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Now is the time to register to volunteer for PCSSD schools this year! Volunteer background checks are required for those who are interested in volunteering in any capacity within the school(s). Registration: https://trst.in/yWnhr2 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

It's almost that time! With tax free weekend upon us, we wanted to share the Cato School Supply Lists again! Follow the link and happy shopping! https://cato.pcssd.org/o/cato-elementary/page/school-supply-lists=

The Arkansas sales tax holiday for 2022 will begin on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 12:01 AM and will continue through Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 11:59 PM. https://trst.in/2QcRkt

Happy Friday! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD is still on the lookout for more bus drivers for the 2022-2023 school year. Bus drivers are an essential part of our school family. We need you! Special thanks to THV11 for helping us spread this message. https://trst.in/QmE7Ba #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Reading during these summer months helps avoid the summer slide. We are Teachers has put together a summer reading list of more than 100 books for students pre-k to grade 12. https://www.weareteachers.com/summer-reading-list-for-kids/ #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

August is Immunization Awareness Month. The World Health Organization reports that immunizations prevent 2-3 million deaths every year in all age groups from diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, and measles. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Are you interested in becoming a substitute teacher with PCSSD? Our partner, WillSub, is now hiring substitutes for the 2022-2023 school year! For a limited time, background checks are free. Learn more and apply online: https://trst.in/xCpvSj #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Attention Cato families: we'll be hosting our back to school open house on Friday, August 19 from 4:30-5:30pm. Stop by and meet your teacher, see the classroom, and drop off supplies! Class Lists will be posted at that time. See you soon!

We have another leader to introduce from Central Office at PCSSD. Welcome Dr. Kirk Freeman as our new Director of Human Resources. Dr. Freeman has worked for 7 school districts over the past 20 years. Congratulations, Dr. Freeman! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Are students in your community looking for meals during the summer? Visit www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids for the USDA Meals for Kids Finder. The interactive map is updated weekly. You can also text "Summer Meals" to 914-342-7744 or call 1-866-348-6479. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Baptist Health Community Outreach is offering back-to-school immunization clinics in Little Rock throughout the month of August. For more information and to pre-register, call 501-202-1540. Walk-ins are welcome. https://share.peachjar.com/flyers/2292745/districts/35523 #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Happy Friday! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH principal, Mr. Yvone West, is offering some tips to help students avoid the summer slide. "Parents can involve students in vacation planning: Calculating distance, mapping directions, and times to help critical thinking." #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence