🎉 Tomorrow is AVID Wednesday—time to flex those future goals! 🎉
Check out this video Sylvan Hills Middle School did on AVID Day last week. 🎥➡️ https://youtu.be/GQvNB4ABA2Q
Here’s how you can join the fun:
🎓 Rock your favorite college tee
💼 Suit up in your dream-career shirt
📸 Pose for a pic and tag us #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 5 hours ago, PCSSD
PCSSD is proud to participate in AVID Day, joining schools and districts across the nation today in celebrating the transformative power of education
and opportunity. Pulaski County Judge Barry Hyde honored PCSSD by declaring September 12, 2025, as “AVID Day” in Pulaski County, Arkansas. Read more about it here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2414479 #PCSSDproud #ServeAll #myAVIDwhy #AVIDDay
5 days ago, PCSSD
AVID Day Proclamation
AVID Day Proclamation
AVID Day Proclamation
AVID Day Proclamation

We are proud to celebrate Chef Appreciation Week, a time to honor the chefs who bring passion, creativity, and care to every meal they prepare for our students. At PCSSD, we have a pair of chefs who transform food into celebration, comfort, connection, and community – Chartwells' Executive Chef King Joseph and Chef Sarah Montgomery, who prepare meals in our cafés & caterings for district staff; help train our kitchen staffs; conduct in-café programs with our students; and so much more. Thank you, Chef King & Chef Sarah, for all you do for the students of PCSSD!

5 days ago, PCSSD
Chef Appreciation Week

Tomorrow, PCSSD students and staff—let’s turn the hallways into a runway of college and career readiness! Every shirt you wear tells your story of where you've been or where you want to be.
🎓 Rock your favorite college tee
💼 Suit up in your dream-job attire
📸 Snap a pic & tag us

What is AVID?
PCSSD is implementing AVID in every grade level at all elementary, middle and high schools across the district. Our AVID teams are eagerly promoting this system which increases student engagement, promotes classroom collaboration and activates deeper levels of learning in their classrooms with practical, immediately useful tools and instructional strategies. Teachers who participate in AVID professional learning begin to shift their beliefs about teaching and learning, allowing them to cultivate a growth mindset both for themselves and their students.

AVID Mission Statement

AVID’s mission is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society.

AVID for Elementary Schools

Putting future leaders on an early path to success in school

AVID Elementary engages young learners and provides them with the critical skills to become confident, independent thinkers who have a thirst for learning. Teachers use AVID strategies to provide students with:

  • Proven ways to succeed in school

  • Writing to learn, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading to learn

  • Note-taking and time management skills

  • Best ways to work together inside and outside of the classroom

AVID for Secondary Schools

Moving future leaders toward college success and beyond

AVID’s teaching strategies and curriculum build positive teacher-student relationships to ensure student success schoolwide. AVID Elective students:

  • Proven ways to succeed in school

  • Enroll in advanced courses (AP®)

  • Receive academic instruction and tutorial support

  • Strengthen their writing skills

  • Improve study and organization skills

  • Gain “college knowledge”

  • Visit colleges and explore careers

The AVID Advantage

  • Reduces variation in classroom instruction.

  • Leverages grit and determination of students.

  • Emphasizes rigorous coursework, relevance of instruction and relationships.

  • Raises expectations of educators, students and their families.

  • Re-energizes the staff on campus and in the district.

7 days ago, PCSSD
AVID Wednesday Mills Middle
AVID Wednesday Sherwood Elementary
AVID Wednesday Sylvan Hills Elementary
AVID Wednesday Joe T. Robinson Middle
AVID Wednesday Sylvan Hills Elementary
AVID Wednesday Sherwood Elementary
AVID Wednesday Sylvan Hills Elementary
AVID Wednesday Sylvan Hills Junior High
AVID Wednesday Sherwood Elementary
AVID Wednesday Sherwood Elementary

🚀 Our incredible volunteers gave over 10,000 hours of their time to students last school year, and they’re ready to level up for 2025-2026!

📚 Today, ladies from the UAPB Alumni Association kicked off a monthly Book Club with our third graders at College Station and Harris Elementaries. Kids also had a friend scavenger hunt where they had to get signatures from the other school's scholars.

💖 Want in on the fun? Become a PCSSD volunteer and help spark young minds. Sign up here: https://securevolunteer.com/Pulaski-County-Special-School-District/home

🔒 Safety first: Anyone who wishes to volunteer at a PCSSD school must first complete a volunteer application. This includes a background check conducted online at no cost to the volunteer.
#PCSSDproud #ServeAll #CSESonFire #PantherProud #BetterTogether

7 days ago, PCSSD
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries
UAPB Alumni read to College Station and Harris Elementaries

The annual Sylvan Hills Youth Cheer Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025. Participants will perform during halftime at the football game the following Friday night.

8 days ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Cheer Clinic
Cheer Clinic

Not sure what to wear tomorrow? Pick a college or career shirt to join in on AVID Wednesday! What is AVID? AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. AVID’s mission is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
👕 Rock your dream school tee
🩺 Don your future-career shirt
📸 Strike a pose & tag us in your pic

14 days ago, PCSSD
Sylvan Hills Elementary AVID Wednesday
Oak Grove Avid Wednesday
Oak Grove Avid Wednesday
Crystal Hill Avid Wednesday
Sylvan Hills Elementary AVID Wednesday
Sylvan Hills Elementary AVID Wednesday
Crystal Hill Avid Wednesday
Crystal Hill Avid Wednesday
Crystal Hill Avid Wednesday
Sylvan Hills Elementary AVID Wednesday
Happy Labor Day! Schools and offices are closed in observance of the holiday. Thank you to our staff for all of their hard work getting the school year off to a great start! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
16 days ago, PCSSD
Happy Labor Day from PCSSD
You might be what the next generation of PCSSD students need! Are you certified in secondary math or Spanish? Those are just a few of the open positions available at pcssd.org/page/human-resources. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
20 days ago, PCSSD
Now Hiring Teachers
Join us for a fun-filled school fundraiser at Chuck E. Cheese!

📅 Date: September 4, 2025
🕒 Time: 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
📍 Location: Chuck E. Cheese,4120 Landers Road, North Little Rock, AR

Bring the whole family for an evening of games, pizza, and prizes—all while supporting our school! A portion of the proceeds from the night will go directly to benefit our students.

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s eat, play, and raise funds together! 🍕🎟️🕹️
21 days ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Chuck E. Cheese
Save the Date!
21 days ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Grandparents' Day (Updated Times)
📣 PCSSD students ages 14–18 — are you ready to earn money 💵, gain real-world experience 💼, and build your resume 📄? Attend the Youth Employment Program Open House with our friends at Pulaski County Youth Services to learn how you can get involved and even get approved on-site!

📅 Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | 🕠 5:30-7:00 PM
📍 Pulaski County Administrative Building 4th floor
201 South Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
📞 Questions? Call 501.340.8250

🔍 Program Details
🗓️ Dates: September 8 – November 14, 2025
⏱️ 10 weeks | 16 hours/week 💰 $13/hour
⚖️ Income-based eligibility — Funded by TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)

📌 What to Bring:
👩‍🎓 Students:
-Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, school ID, etc.)
-Signed Social Security card
-U.S. birth certificate
-Non-U.S. citizens: permanent resident card or work authorization
👨‍👩‍👧 Parents/Guardians:
-Recent check stub or 2024 W-2 OR proof of public assistance (SNAP, TEA, Work Pays, Medicaid, SSI)

If not receiving assistance: documentation of household size, SSN cards for all household members, and proof of household income

❓ Not sure what to bring? Call us at 501.340.8250 — we’re happy to help!

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future, gain valuable skills, and get paid while you learn!
25 days ago, PCSSD
workforce open house
Still looking for a Pre-K location in Pulaski County? PCSSD is currently accepting Pre-K applications for College Station/Harris, Daisy Bates, Landmark, Lawson, Cato, Sherwood, and William J. Clinton! Learn more at https://www.pcssd.org/page/pre-k-information. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
26 days ago, PCSSD
PCSSD Pre-K: Apply Today
We loved seeing your college and career shirts last week! Don't forget that it's AVID Wednesday again tomorrow for all PCSSD students and staff. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
28 days ago, PCSSD
AVID Wednesday
AVID Wednesday
AVID Wednesday
AVID Wednesday
AVID Wednesday
AVID Wednesday
AVID Wednesday
We are excited to invite you to Parent Night on August 28, 2025, from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm at Sherwood Elementary. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about your child’s classroom procedures, daily routines, and expectations for the school year.

You’ll also receive important login information and get a chance to learn ways you can support your child’s success at home and at school.

We look forward to partnering with you to make this a fantastic year of learning and growth!
28 days ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Parent Night

It's been a great first week at Sherwood Elementary School! Please check out this month's newsletter for important dates and reminders.

T-Shirt order form: Order Form

Join PTO Sign Up: PTO SignUp

about 1 month ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
August Newsletter
Be sure you're following the District AND our schools on social media because we love sharing stories about our students, staff, and community! Let us know if you'd like to opt out of media consent for your student at pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Back to School Tips

If you haven't already, take some time this weekend to read through the 2025-2026 Parent/Student Handbook! Review the attendance policy, dress code, and more at pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Back to School Tips
Learn how to find all important dates for the school year and review the bell schedule for your student's campus at pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. Each school's webpage also has quick links to their individual calendars and bell schedules! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
Back to School Tips
Looking for extended care? PCSSD is continuing its partnership with Right at School to offer an after care program this year. The program offers after care options for students at Baker, Cato, Chenal, Crystal Hill, Oakbrooke, Pine Forest, Robinson, Sherwood, Sylvan Hills and William Jefferson Clinton. Learn more at pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 1 month ago, PCSSD
List of schools with after care programs: Baker, Cato, Chenal, Crystal Hill, Oakbrooke, Pine Forest, Robinson, Sherwood, Sylvan Hills and William Jefferson Clinton