August is National Immunization Awareness Month. The Vaccines for Children program began in 1994 to make vaccines available to uninsured children. Learn about the program and qualifications on the state Department of Health's website:
https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/vaccines-for-children
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PCSSD kicked off the 2023-2024 school year with a districtwide convocation event on Friday (Aug. 11). Staff from all 26 schools attended the event held at Maumelle High School. We are ready to think critically and enhance our relational capacity this year! #pcssdproud #serveall
It's a Friday Funny!
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School starts back on Monday! Just a reminder, we've created a back to school guide with quick links to important information to ease the transition from summer to school year. See you on August 14! Click here to view the guide: bit.ly/PCSSD_backtoschool23-24
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Thoughtful Thursday: In addition to working on education skills this summer, also spend time teaching kids to be kind. PBS Kids has a Kindness is Everywhere coloring page to fill with drawings to represent acts of kindness.
https://trst.in/snjtAU
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Today is National Book Lovers Day! What is your favorite spot to curl up with a good book?
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One way to avoid the summer slide is to continue reading. A number of organizations offer programs to encourage reading during the summer. Imagination Library has a list of books for all grade levels.
https://imaginationsoup.net/summer-reading-list-for-kids/
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PCSSD recently participated in the Great Arkansas Treasure Hunt, receiving more than $8,700 in unclaimed property from the State of Arkansas. Thank you Auditor Dennis Milligan for spearheading this campaign to bring this money back to PCSSD! #pcssdproud #serveall
HES is partnering with Raising Cane's on McCain again! Extended hour! 4 to 9 pm, THIS Friday, Aug 11th!
Mention Harris El/Communing with Cane's for us to receive 15% of sales. Join us for dinner at the restaurant following our open house that night! Transportation provided from the school, if needed!! https://5il.co/216r4
Ready or not, here we come! The HES staff will pay our scholars a visit to greet them THIS WEDNESDAY starting at 12 pm! Follow us on our Facebook LIVE to see when we are near your home! Come out and wave at us!! https://5il.co/21c7q
The ESOL team traveled to the Comprehensible Input Summit in mid-July. This 5 day workshop focused on teaching students through acquisition-driven instruction. They brought back skills and techniques to improve community connections with our EL families. #pcssdproud #serveall
WillSub (ESS) is hiring for substitutes for PCSSD for the upcoming school year. Choose your schedule based on when and where you want to work. There are ongoing training opportunities, weekly pay and benefits. Apply today at www.ess.com. #pcssdproud #serveall
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Information about school immunization requirements is available at pcssd.org, including where vaccines are available and exemption information.
https://www.pcssd.org/page/immunization-requirements
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PCSSD teachers focus on educating the whole child, and EVERFI programs have helped us do that. We are honored to earn EVERFI K-12's Empowered District Seal!
https://www.pcssd.org/article/1185044
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It's a Friday Funny!
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Arkansas' tax free weekend starts tomorrow!! If you haven't already, now is the time to purchase your child's school supplies. Find a full list of school supply lists here: https://trst.in/5lNzKq.
Details on tax free shopping found here: https://trst.in/KgDrOG
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School starts back in 10 days! We've created a back to school guide with quick links to important information to ease the transition from summer to school year. We can't wait to see you on August 14! Click here to view the guide: bit.ly/PCSSD_backtoschool23-24
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Harris Elementary will host its open house on Friday, August 11 from 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. This is your chance to visit the school and ask any questions before the first day of school (which is August 14). See you soon!
Thoughtful Thursday: In addition to working on education skills this summer, also spend time teaching kids to be kind. PBS Kids recommends giving kids positive feedback for their daily acts of kindness and compassion.
https://trst.in/6balUw
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