We are so excited to welcome everyone for lunch tomorrow!
about 2 months ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
9/11
Schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. Students will return to school on Tuesday, September 8, and all district offices will also be open.
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
A cartoon sign says "no school for students Monday, September 7" with the PCSSD logo
A cartoon sign says, "district offices will be closed Monday, September 7"
Check out this month's newsletter!
about 2 months ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
newsletter
Strong schools rely on strong leadership. PCSSD principals spent their morning at Central Office to collaborate, connect, and continue preparing for a successful year across our schools. #ExpectBelieveSucceed
2 months ago, PCSSD
a man in a bow tie speaking to a room of principals
three principals collaborating
three principals talking and laughing
a room ful of principals and administrators learning
Principals listening in a meeting
Principals smiling in a meeting

Take Out Tuesday at Papa John's

Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Order from Papa John’s • Use Code: DOUGH • Support Sherwood!

2 months ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Papa John's
Grandparents' Day Lunch is Friday, September 11, 2026
2 months ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Grandparents' Day

Family Night is Coming!

Join us September 3, 2026, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. to learn more about how we can partner together for a successful school year! We hope to see you there!

2 months ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Family Night
Sylvan Hills Middle School is offering free volleyball training every Friday from 4:00 - 6:00, beginning August 21st.
3 months ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Volleyball
👕 AVID Wednesday returns each week!
AVID builds a college‑ready mindset where students plan ahead, stay organized, and set goals with intention. These habits show up in AVID strategies across classrooms, from focused note‑taking to inquiry and collaboration.

Lay out your favorite college or career shirt tonight and sport it proudly Wednesday #ExpectBelieveSucceed
🔗 Learn more about AVID: https://www.pcssd.org/page/avid
3 months ago, PCSSD
Two people wearing AVID shirts
A person wearing an AVID shirt.
A person wearing an AVID shirt and Texaco hat while holding a ladder.
Two people wearing college shirts
A person wearing an HBCU shirt.
Two people wearing college shirts
Two people wearing college shirts
Three people wearing AVID shirts.
A person wearing a college shirt.
Four people wearing college shirts in a classroom.
Each week during the school year, we participate in AVID Wednesday. Staff and students wear their favorite college or career shirt to show where their goals can take them. 🎓👕💼 #ExpectBelieveSucceed

🔗 Learn more about AVID in our schools with this link: https://www.pcssd.org/page/avid
3 months ago, PCSSD
A photo of a crowd of educators looking upward and smiling with their college and career shirts on.
Car Rider Safety Reminder!

Thank you for helping us keep our students safe during arrival and dismissal! Please review the car rider line reminders in the graphic below and remember: patience, attention, and following procedures help keep everyone safe. 💙

We appreciate our Sherwood families for being good neighbors and putting student safety first! 💙
3 months ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Car Rider Line
☀️New year, same dedication to keeping students safe in this extreme heat.🌡️

When the heat index reaches 95° or higher, recess moves indoors. Staff encourage frequent water breaks and watch closely for signs of heat exhaustion. At dismissal, scholars may grab a chilled water bottle stationed near exits. 🧊🚌

📹 KATV and reporter Autumn Foltz highlighted our hydration heroes in their coverage: https://tinyurl.com/yej828s8
#ExpectBelieveSucceed
3 months ago, PCSSD
Outdoor school playground equipment with swing sets and slides, students returning to school amid hot weather conditions.
Pulaski County Special School District Superintendent Jeff Senn in collared shirt being interviewed in front of a sign for "AVID Sherwood Elementary"
The image shows a middle-aged woman with glasses and curly dark hair, standing in front of a banner for Sherwood Elementary School, where she is the principal.
Rows of water bottles with "PCSSD STUDENTS RETURN AMID EXTREME HEAT" displayed below them.
We had a wonderful first day of school! Superintendent Jeff Senn and other PCSSD Central Office administrators checked in on the entire Sylvan Hills Feeder system today, so they also started off the new school year strong!

Principal Denetha Hall also spoke with KATV about how schools are keeping students safe during hot weather. #ExpectBelieveSucceed
3 months ago, PCSSD
Large outdoor school sign with "Sherwood Elementary School" text and a person on a ladder attaching an event announcement.
A person wearing a "Happy First Day of School" shirt and pants with school-themed graphics, standing in front of a school hallway.
Two people standing in front of a school banner decorated with blue and white balloons.
A man in a white shirt and a woman in a blue shirt standing and interacting in a room decorated with balloons.
Sherwood Elementary School sign with red ladder against a blue sky and trees in the background.

Thank you, Sherwood Chamber of Commerce and every other sponsor, for showing your appreciation to all the Sylvan Hills feeder schools! #ExpectBelieveSucceed

3 months ago, PCSSD
A view down a table of people smiling and eating
a group of people smiling at a table with food
A crowd at a table cheering with pom poms
Four people posing for a picture
A large crowd shot of a gathering
A picture of a food service line.
A very excited woman waving pom poms
A woman walking past some people smiling
A crowd cheering with pom poms.

Please take a moment to review the district dress code and clear/mesh backpack policy so your student is ready for August 10: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school

3 months ago, PCSSD
"DRESS CODE" written on a clip art t-shirt with clip art hangers behind it.
The Smart Tech Chromebook insurance portal is now open for the 2026–27 school year. Families can purchase coverage anytime between now and October 6, 2026.

Coverage includes accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft, with $0 deductible and unlimited claims (police report required for loss/theft claims).
Policy cost: $25, valid through June 30, 2027.

English & Spanish portals:
www.smarttechins.com/pulaski
www.smarttechins.com/pulaskistaff
3 months ago, PCSSD
"Chromebook Insurance" on a clip art laptop screen
PCSSD Smart Tech device coverage flyer. Shows coverage for accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft with no deductible and unlimited claims. Repair prices without coverage: keyboard or touchpad $50, broken screen $90, total loss $300. States policy cost is $25 and expires June 30, 2027. Includes sign‑up methods: text PULASKI to 1‑888‑414‑8007, call 877‑307‑6777, register online at smarttechins.com/pulaski, or mail the printed form to Smart Tech Insurance in Lake Mary, Florida.
PCSSD Smart Tech device coverage flyer. Shows coverage for accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft with no deductible and unlimited claims. Repair prices without coverage: keyboard or touchpad $50, broken screen $90, total loss $300. States policy cost is $25 and expires June 30, 2027. Includes sign‑up methods: text PULASKI to 1‑888‑414‑8007, call 877‑307‑6777, register online at smarttechins.com/pulaski, or mail the printed form to Smart Tech Insurance in Lake Mary, Florida.
🚌 Check bus numbers, stop locations, and times on our Back to School page: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school
3 months ago, PCSSD
"BUS ROUTES" on a clip art sign on a clip art road
Join us for Open House!
Friday, August 7, 2026
3 months ago, Denetha Lawrence-Hall
Open House
👕 Not sure what to wear in the first week of school? Each Wednesday is easy! Pick a college or career shirt to join in on AVID Wednesday! 🩺
What is AVID? AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. It is an academic support program that prepares students for college eligibility and success. Last year, PCSSD AVID seniors earned $9M in scholarships! #ExpectBelieveSucceed
3 months ago, PCSSD
AVID College & Career Wednesdays Wear a college or career shirt with decorated shirts and logos for AVID and PCSSD
Teachers and students in a hallway smiling with college shirts on
upper classmen smiling with college shirts on
Students in Carti garb giving care to baby doll mannequins
🏫 Meet the school leaders who will help our students expect, believe and succeed this year!

Welcome these new and returning principals and assistant principals, as well as deans of students, for 2026-2027.

🔗 View the complete list: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037
#ExpectBelieveSucceed #BackToSchool
3 months ago, PCSSD