We're giving extra special thanks to our "PALS" (people assisting local schools) during National School Volunteer Week! Founded in 1997, this week recognizes and celebrates the hard work of those who give their time to support public education. #pcssdproud #serveall
Chag sameach! In Israel, Passover is the seven-day holiday of the Feast of Unleavened Bread. The first and last days are celebrated as legal holidays and holy days involving holiday meals, special prayer services, and abstention from work. #pcssdproud #serveall
Since 1970, Earth Day is a way for everyone to support for environmental protection. Since switching to Peachjar for nearly all "flyer communication," PCSSD has saved more than 2 million sheets of paper! Ways to celebrate Earth Day: https://trst.in/HnVHDo. #pcssdproud #serveall
Congratulations to Jessica Duff, exec. dir. of communications, on earning her accreditation in public relations this month. The APR reflects a mastery of the knowledge, skills & abilities needed to succeed in the PR field. Read more: https://trst.in/IGgSKI #pcssdproud #serveall
April is Scottish-American Heritage Month where we reflect on the unmistakable mark they have on American culture. People of Scottish heritage were among the original signers of the Declaration of Independence, including James Monroe and Alexander Hamilton. #pcssdproud #serveall
PCSSD is hosting a Career Expo *TOMORROW* (April 20) from 9 am - 12 pm at Mills University Studies High School!! We'll have representatives from every school and department in PCSSD. Pre-register online for pre-screening interviews. www.pcssd.org/careerexpo24 #pcssdproud #serveall
3-5 Baker Parents, 2 down 1 to go! Please be sure that your students get plenty of rest tonight. Tomorrow we take the ATLAS Summative Science test. Students will leave their Chromebooks at school tonight to ensure they are charged and ready for the test tomorrow. Please have them here between 7:15 and 7:45 to begin the test. The test must be completed all in one day. To my awesome Baker students: Keep going! Let's finish strong! https://bit.ly/3UWlmlc
Come enjoy watching our students perform their original poetry pieces next week. Our Baker students are creative, talented, and excellent performers, so it will be worth the visit. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP!
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3-5 Baker Parents, 1 down 2 to go! Please be sure that your students get plenty of rest tonight. Tomorrow we take the ATLAS Summative Math test. Students will leave their Chromebooks at school tonight to ensure they are charged and ready for the test tomorrow. Please have them here between 7:15 and 7:45 to begin the test. The test must be completed all in one day. To my awesome Baker students: Keep going! You've got this! https://bit.ly/3UWlmlc
Here are a few helpful hints to review with your student for Wednesday and Thursday. Have a great evening!
3-5 Baker Parents, please be sure that your students get plenty of rest tonight. Tomorrow we take the ATLAS Summative Reading test. Students will leave their Chromebooks at school tonight to ensure they are charged and ready for the test tomorrow. Please have them here between 7:15 and 7:45 to begin the test. The test must be completed all in one day. To my awesome Baker students: Trust yourselves, you know more than you think you do! https://bit.ly/3UWlmlc
PCSSD and Linewize are teaming up to create an educational hub for parents and teachers when it comes to online safety. This hub includes articles, videos, courses and more. https://pcssd.onlinesafetyhub.io/ Stay tuned for info about a Parent App with more features! #pcssdproud #serveall
Making smart choices with your money is an essential skill all students should learn. April is financial literacy month which is a great time to educate students about managing their financial lives. Check out these tips from NASFAA: https://trst.in/zzLtIG #pcssdproud #serveall
Tax day is just around the corner! Use this weekend to finish up your taxes and make sure they are postmarked by Monday, April 15.
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PCSSD is hosting a Career Expo on Saturday, April 20 from 9 am - 12 pm at Mills University Studies High School. We'll have representatives from every school and department in PCSSD. Pre-register online for pre-screening interviews. www.pcssd.org/careerexpo24 #pcssdproud #serveall
Baker Elementary is proud to announce our teacher of the year for this 2023-2024 school year - Ms. Nakesha Cunningham! We are so thankful to have Ms. Cunningham as part of our staff. She is truly an inspiration for our students! She will represent Baker at the next level to compete for the title of PCSSD Teacher of the Year! Congrats, Ms. Cunningham!
Good evening 3-5 Baker Parents! Next week we take our remaining ATLAS Summative Reading, Math, and Science tests. Students will leave their Chromebooks at school Monday-Thursday to ensure they are charged and ready for the test each day. Please have them at school between 7:15 and 7:45 to begin the test. The test must be completed all in one day. To my awesome Baker students, no need to stress, just do your best! https://bit.ly/3UWlmlc
April is school library month and we love our teacher librarians! From helping kids fall in love with reading to choosing the perfect book to organizing the annual book fair, this is the chance to make librarians feel special. Today we give a shout out to our ROBINSON feeder. #pcssdproud #serveall
We're partnering with Pulaski County Government to help improve broadband access across the state. Join the speed test challenge and submit your results to AR Connect. These results will be used to help identify areas to improve access to all Arkansans! https://tinyurl.com/y5942e5r
April is Occupational Therapy Month, honoring an essential profession to ensure all student success. Occupational therapy intervention works with students to improve health, well-being and participation in important activities. We're so thankful for our OTs! #pcssdproud #serveall