Sylvan Hills High School

Students in the CLASS OF 2027 AND BEYOND must earn 75 COMMUNITY SERVICE LEARNING (CSL) HOURS to graduate. Students can earn hours in four approved ways, beginning the summer after 8th grade.

1. SCHOOL‑SPONSORED OPPORTUNITIES
Students may earn hours through PCSSD-SPONSORED EVENTS, teacher-approved projects, campus clean-ups, family nights, and other school-based service activities. These opportunities are supervised, structured, and easy for students to access.

2. COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Students may volunteer with FOOD BANKS, ANIMAL SHELTERS, NURSING HOMES, HOSPITALS, COMMUNITY EVENTS, and other nonprofit organizations. Families must vet all sites for safety and transportation.

3. WORK‑BASED VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Students may earn hours through volunteer experiences connected to CAREER PATHWAYS, including job shadowing, workplace‑based service, and community events hosted by employers.

4. QUALIFYING EMPLOYMENT FOR WORKING STUDENTS
Students who work may count PAID EMPLOYMENT HOURS toward CSL when documentation meets state requirements. This option supports students balancing school, work, and family responsibilities.

Learn more at pcssd.org/page/community-service.

about 7 hours ago, PCSSD

Learning anything in another language can be challenging, but a competitive game of Spoons really brought out the competitive side of Spanish I students who are learning numbers! What a fun way to tackle a hard task. Go Bears!

about 7 hours ago, Sylvan Hills High

Spanish I - A game of Spoons to practice numbers

These PCSSD Department of Safety and Security officers watch over the Sylvan Hills High School feeder pattern of schools.

Please join in celebrating these security officers for National Security Officer Appreciation Week. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

about 11 hours ago, PCSSD

Sylvan feeder pattern safety and security department personnel

🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2026 AP Scholars! 👏
🔗 Learn more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3136021 #ExpectBelieveSucceed

1 day ago, PCSSD

Dozens of students stepped up during Tuesday’s on‑campus blood drive, contributing to a lifesaving effort that directly supports our community. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

2 days ago, PCSSD

A student sits in a medical donation chair with a needle in their arm connected to tubing and a collection machine. Several attached bags contain fluids. The student squeezes a small green ball and wears a beige shirt and lanyard.

A student stands outside near a building wall wearing glasses, a black T‑shirt with a blue Statue of Liberty design, and a green lanyard. A blue bandage is wrapped around the student’s right arm, and they hold a red soda can in their left hand. Grass and small yellow flowers are visible behind them.

A person reclines on a medical cot while a staff member in scrubs applies a bandage to their arm. A drink and snack sit beside the donor. Medical supplies and a sign on the wall are visible in the background.

Two individuals stand in a blood donation area. One reclines in a chair with a bandaged arm, holding pretzels, a soda, papers, and a phone. The other stands beside them smiling. Medical machines and a brick wall are in the background.

Two individuals stand indoors near a window. One wears a dark jacket facing away; the other wears a light purple “STUDENT COUNCIL” shirt and holds a paper. A laptop, backpack, drink cup, and soda can sit on the table beside them.

A student wearing a light purple “STUDENT COUNCIL” shirt sits at a table with a laptop and a yellow folder labeled “Blood Drive Waivers.” Metal railings and tiled flooring are visible in the background.

A person leans against a white brick wall inside a gym, wearing a maroon striped shirt and black leggings. A bright pink cast or bandage is on their right forearm. A trash bin, seating, and a basketball court are visible behind them.

A student stands in a gym holding a gray backpack, wearing a gray shirt, black shorts, and white sneakers. A blue bandage is on their arm. Behind them are reclining donation chairs, medical supplies, and wall signage.

🌅 Tuesday on the Hillside! 🍩💙

What a beautiful sunrise to celebrate Donuts with Dad! ☀️🍩

A heartfelt thank-you to all of the dads, families, and special guests who joined us and made yesterday so memorable for our students. We loved seeing our school community come together to share smiles, sweet treats, and special moments! 💙

🐻 Thank you for making Donuts with Dad such a wonderful celebration!
Click the link to see the full album: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FJfyASH5N/

2 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

This Friday, we will celebrate AVID Day, joining schools across the country in recognizing the impact of educators and students working together to expand access and opportunity. At Pulaski County Special School District, AVID strengthens skills like critical thinking, organization, collaboration, and self-advocacy, helping students prepare for college, careers, and beyond. We are proud of the growth we see every day and grateful for the shared commitment that makes it possible. #MyAVIDWhy #ExpectBelieveSucceed

2 days ago, PCSSD

🗳️ National Voter Registration Day!

Students at Sylvan Hills High School navigated the process of registering to vote for the first time in the upcoming November election with help from volunteers from Get Loud Arkansas. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

In the last midterm cycle, fewer than half of eligible Arkansans cast a ballot. Increasing participation starts with registration. Find official registration instructions here: https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/voter-registration-information

3 days ago, PCSSD

student looking at voter registration papers with adults

students looking at voter registration papers with adults

Attention Senior Parents! Guess what time it is?!

The Josten's representatives were on campus today to help the Class of 2027 understand the ordering process for Caps & Gowns. What a great feeling as we start the year. Make sure to use the QR code or website attached to order in advance or in-person ordering can be done September 18th @ 12:15pm. 🎓🐻 💙

#ExpectBelieveSucceed

4 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

Three Pulaski County Special School District high school seniors have been named Semifinalists in the 2027 National Merit® Scholarship Program!

Tatum Roberts of Maumelle High School, Jackson Dowdy of Sylvan Hills High School, and Kate Mitchell, a Joe T. Robinson High School student when she entered the competition and now a DRIVEN School of Opportunity student, earned the distinction and will continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships to be awarded in spring 2027.

According to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, more than 1.2 million juniors in about 20,000 high schools entered the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2025 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, and only the top 1% (16,000 students) make it to this stage with a chance to become Finalists and earn major scholarships.

Read more ⬇️
https://www.pcssd.org/article/3120568

4 days ago, PCSSD

a graphic for national merit semifinalists katie mitchell Tatum M. Robers and Jackson Dowdy

Congratulations to Mattie Kohler on placing 6th this morning at the Minuteman 5k @ Camp Robinson! She beat her personal record by 2 minutes! Celebrations for her and all XC team members on a great performance today! 👏 💙🐻

6 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

Senora Martin's Spanish 3 & 4 students have been working on supporting literacy skills. They read children's stories written in Spanish to analyze story details. Check out this great work!

7 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

Analyzing stories in Mrs. Martin's Spanish 3/4 class

Check out this AP Art 2D Design / Crafts & Pottery collaboration! The Crafts students created animals with origami art, and the 2D design students photographed the art "in the wild." What a fun project for these students!

7 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

🎉👑 Congratulations to the 2026 Fall Football Homecoming Court at Sylvan Hills High School!

Let’s give a huge shoutout to this year’s outstanding Homecoming Court! We’re proud to celebrate these ladies and all they represent—school spirit, leadership, and Bear pride. 🐻💙

Help us congratulate our Homecoming Court and wish them an unforgettable Homecoming season! We can’t wait to celebrate with the entire Sylvan Hills community October 23rd at 6 p.m. 🏈✨

Congratulations, Homecoming Court! 👑
Go Bears! 🏈🐻

8 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

Meet the 2026–2027 Academy Ambassadors!

Our Academy Ambassadors are the face and voice of their Academy pathways, representing the Academies of Sylvan Hills High School to students, families, community partners, and visitors.

Join us in celebrating these scholars and the leadership they will bring to our Academies this year!

@Academies of Central Arkansas @Arkansas Children's #Academies of Sylvan Hills

9 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

Attention Swimmers - Tryouts are just around the corner!

Join us at the Bill Harmon Rec Center September 14th at 5pm.

10 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

Swim Tryouts Coming up - September 14, 2026

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.

14 days ago, PCSSD

A cartoon sign says, "district offices will be closed Monday, September 7"

Bear Pride on full display today! SHHS kicked off the first Pep Rally of the school year today in anticipation of the game against Maumelle tonight. Sophomores won both games! Check out these great pictures, and join us tonight at 7pm on the Hillside. School Spirit theme is "Hawaiian" so grab those grass skirts and leis!

#ExpectBelieveSucceed

14 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

Spanish Classes have been so busy this week! They celebrated La Tomatina with a "tomato" fight, practiced numbers by looking at jerseys for Real Madrid vs FC Barcelona, and practiced Spanish names and letters. The learning never ends in Mrs. Martin's class!

#ExpectBelieveSucceed

15 days ago, Sylvan Hills High

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

15 days ago, PCSSD

a man in a bow tie speaking to a room of principals

a room ful of principals and administrators learning