National Adoption Day aims to raise awareness of those children waiting to be adopted from foster care in the United States. On this day, courts and organizations across the country open their doors to finalize and celebrate adoptions from foster care. #pcssdproud #serveall
Week 2 of high school playoffs continues tonight. We have one team standing in the playoff race - MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH! Good luck, Comets, against Parkview High. Don't forget you can catch all games on our live stream: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall
We are so thankful for our amazing substitute teachers! Our subs provide a critical link in educating our school-children by continuing to provide quality education to students in the temporary absence of regular classroom educators. #pcssdproud #serveall
National Family Literacy Month is celebrated during the month of November. National Family Literacy Month is an opportunity for families to learn and read together. It also celebrates the work literacy programs do to empower families. #pcssdproud #serveall
America Recycles Day® is the only nationally-recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States. Think you're an expert "being green?" Take the Keep America Beautiful recycling quiz to find out: https://trst.in/r2HgsJ
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Today we give a shout out to our support staff! On National Education Support Professionals Day, we thank those who strengthen our schools and communities. They play a vital role on the education team and in students' lives inside and outside the classroom. #pcssdproud #serveall
This month we highlight our student-athletes. Our student-athletes excel in sport as well as the classroom.
"I get my school work done first. Then I start watching film and try to figure things out." -Mason Urena, SYLVAN HILLS HIGH
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It's American Education Week! This week, we celebrate our public school community. Festivities honor the team of people who work in our nation’s public schools - in the classroom and behind the scenes. Check out ways to celebrate: https://trst.in/KdeWHq. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is World Kindness Day! This international observance is an invitation to help make kindness the norm in your home, school and workplace. It was introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement. What random act kindness will you do today?
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Happy Diwali! Diwali is India's biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is Veterans Day. This is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11 for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your service and dedication to our country. #pcssdproud #serveall
This week we highlight the important work school psychologists do to help all students thrive. This year's theme, "Let's Grow Together," recognizes the importance of personal and shared strengths in our growth as individuals and school communities all year. #pcssdproud #serveall
Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour when you go to bed tonight. Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. - meaning you "gain" an hour of sleep. There are only two states that don't observe DST: Hawaii and Arizona (with the exception of Navajo Nation). #pcssdproud #serveall
It's the final week of the regular season! Good luck ROBINSON and SYLVAN HILLS HIGH on the road, while MAUMELLE and MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH aim to protect the home turf. Let's end the season on a high note! Livestream available: https://trst.in/gktbpl #pcssdproud #serveall
REMINDER: Join us for family day lunch on Thursday, November 16
Meals are $5 per adult (outside food is strongly discouraged).
The full menu will include:
Turkey Roast & Gravy
Cornbread Dressing
Fresh Seasoned Green Beans
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Dinner Roll
Strawberry Cup
EXTRAS:
Side Salad
Carrots/Celery
November is National Military Family Month, a recognition first established in 1996. Since then, November is a time to acknowledge the tremendous sacrifices our military families make. Thank you, military families, for your dedication and service. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is celebrated as the Day of the Dead (el Día de los Muertos). This is a widely recognized Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and celebration. #pcssdproud #serveall
We are days away from our annual Fall Carnival. Ticket pre-sales (5 for $1) will end on November 2nd. Tickets will also be available to purchase at the carnival (4 for $1). Remember, we are asking for candy, snacks, or drink donations for our Fall Carnival. Students that donate will receive PBIS points.
If you haven't already, please sign up with your homeroom parent for a designated game time and additional information about class baskets.
We'll see you this Friday at 5:30 for our biggest event and fundraiser of the year!
Reminder: there is no school tomorrow for students. Teachers have a professional development day. District offices will be open. School will resume on Thursday, November 2. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Halloween! Did you know: Halloween originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. What kind of costume will you be wearing tonight (to ward off ghosts, of course 👻)? #pcssdproud #serveall
