Reading builds fundamental learning skills and sparks imagination! Through a book, you can travel to outer space 🚀, solve a mystery 🔍, or meet incredible new friends 🧙♂️🦁—all without leaving your classroom! 🏫
Challenge yourself to pick up a new book today, or share a story you love in the comments. #ExpectBelieveSucceed
Families and community members are invited to a community meeting hosted by PCSSD Superintendent Jeff Senn to learn about student population shifts and provide feedback on the Maumelle Feeder pattern. The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. on November 9, at Pine Forest Elementary, 400 Pine Forest Drive in Maumelle.
🚸 Observe these important safety tips:
👀 Watch for children near bus stops, along roadways and when crossing the street.
🛑 Stop when a school bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
📵 Stay focused and avoid distractions while driving.
🐢 Slow down in school zones and residential areas where children may be present.
Find more bus safety information at PCSSD.org/page/bus-safety-information
#NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek #ExpectBelieveSucceed
📚 AVID Wednesday! 🎓
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) helps students build the skills they need for success in school and beyond. From collaborative learning and inquiry-based activities to organized note-taking and interactive notebooks, AVID strategies encourage students to think critically, stay organized, and work together to reach their goals.
#AVID #ExpectBelieveSucceed
Join us for Family Math and Science Night on Thursday, October 22nd from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Mid America Museum and Laman Library will be here with some hands-on activities, and teachers will share information on the math fact fluency expectations for your child's grade level. Compare how you and your child solve a word problem with how others do through a Gallery Walk. Light snacks will be provided. We hope to see you then!
Join us for Family Math and Science Night on Thursday, October 22nd from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Mid America Museum and Laman Library will be here with some hands-on activities, and teachers will share information on the math fact fluency expectations for your child's grade level. Compare how you and your child solve a word problem with how others do through a Gallery Walk. Light snacks will be provided. We hope to see you then!
Oak Grove Parents:
Fall Break (no school) is October 12-16th
October 19 is a half day for students 7:45 AM to 11:30 AM, and then Parent Teacher Conference Day that afternoon and evening. Teachers will be reaching out to you about a convenient time to meet. Report cards go home during conferences.
Awards Assemblies will be on October 21. 3rd-5th grade at 8:15, and K-2nd grade at 9:00.
Thursday, October 22nd is our Family Math and Science Night from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM.
There are plenty of ways to be involved in your child's learning at Oak Grove this month!
This morning, principals from across PCSSD gathered at Central Office for their regular monthly meeting and were surprised with a special "PCSSD Principal Fuel Station" featuring encouraging messages and healthy snacks to kick off the month-long celebration.
Throughout October, we'll be highlighting the outstanding leaders who serve our schools each day. Join us in thanking our hardworking principals for their dedication to students, staff, and the broader PCSSD community.
#ExpectBelieveSucceed
AVID builds college- and career-ready students at every grade level. Take some time to read how some PCSSD students say AVID is making a difference in their education. #ExpectBelieveSucceed
Our overall district letter grade has improved from a D to a C, and schools across the district have experienced some big progress.
Here’s what we mean:
🚀 4 schools jumped multiple grade levels
🏅 11 schools improved by at least one letter grade
📈 19 schools increased their overall accountability scores
We are proud of these achievements, and we are C-ing even greater things ahead!
#seeusdifferently #ExpectBelieveSucceed
It is already more than halfway through the first quarter, which means it is a good time to check in on student progress! Log in to the Home Access Center anytime at hac23.esp.k12.ar.us to view grades, attendance, and more. #ExpectBelieveSucceed
Join us on Tuesday, September 22nd for Donuts with Grownups from 7:15 to 7:45 AM. Besides having a sweet start to your day, we will share information on the school's academic progress and the Title I Plan. Parents of 2nd and 3rd graders, please stay for a meeting after in the library to learn more about retention rules under the LEARNS Act.
We want to hear from you as well! What's going well at OGE, and how can we work together to keep improving?
We hope to see you Tuesday!
Mrs. Hodge
Please join in celebrating these security officers for National Security Officer Appreciation Week. #ExpectBelieveSucceed
He also leads as a drum major in the school’s band. He is involved in the jazz band, Beta Club, National Honor Society, wrestling, and theatre. ➡️ Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3119269