Did you know, the 2nd Friday in January is called “Quitter's Day?” Research shows that people abandon their resolutions by then. Instead of making it hard on yourself with vague goals, make them SMART: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today we're spotlighting Dr. Laurel Tait of zone 7, another PCSSD School Board superhero! She shares her Guardian's Shield with the District as she works to create a force field to protect others from harm. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today, we honor the dedication and bravery of our law enforcement officers. Thank you for keeping our communities safe! 💙👮♂️👮♀️ #pcssdproud #serveall
To celebrate School Board Appreciation Month, we are highlighting each board member's superpower. First up, Karyn Maynard of Zone 4. Karyn's super power is hyper communication! She uses her skills to convey ideas, understand others and solve problems. #pcssdproud #serveall
January is National Mentoring Month! Mentors make a lasting impact, guiding, inspiring & empowering the next generation. Thank you to all who help our kids grow! You can help mentor our students as a PCSSD volunteer: https://trst.in/rKH4J5 #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy National Technology Day! Did you know the first computer weighed over 27 tons? 🤯 Thankfully, technology has come a long way, and today, PCSSD is proud to have a 1:1 device to student ratio. 💻✨ #pcssdproud #serveall
Just a reminder, students will return to school tomorrow (Tuesday), January 7. District offices are open today if you need anything. Enjoy the last day of winter break, students. See you tomorrow! #pcsspdroud #serveall
January is School Board Appreciation Month! To celebrate, we will highlight the talents, knowledge and *superpowers* each of our board members share with our school community. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy New Year from PCSSD!
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It’s New Year’s Eve! How will your family ring in 2025? #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Hendrix shared a musical favorite thing for her students at SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY: “Students experienced playing a wide variety of instruments. 5th graders learned more about music with artist-in-residence Zinse Aginne with the Museum of Discovery.” #pcssdproud #serveall
Ms. Belin of SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY shared a favorite thing of historical proportions. “3rd Grade TREK students researched famous people for their wax museum. Visitors dropped in coins to make them speak & coins were used to buy gifts for a child in need.” #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Kwanzaa! This seven-day non-religious holiday is meant to honor African Americans' ancestral roots. Wishing a joyful celebration of unity, culture, and heritage to all who observe. May each day bring peace and purpose. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Hanukkah! Did you know? The menorah has 9 candles—8 for each night of Hanukkah and one "helper" candle to light the others. Wishing all a joyful season! #pcssdproud #serveall
Merry Christmas from PCSSD! #pcssdproud #serveall
Santa’s on his way—don’t forget the cookies and milk! Wishing everyone a merry, magical Christmas Eve filled with fun and laughter! #pcssdproud #serveall
Starting tomorrow, our schools and district office are officially on winter break until the new year. District offices will reopen January 2, 2025. Teachers return on Monday, January 6, 2025 for professional development and students return on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Enjoy the break! #pcssdproud #serveall
Over break, we’ll share a few of our teachers’ favorite things. First up, Ms. Barham of SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY! "This Skittles experiment introduced words like dissolve, liquid, solid & pattern. We watched the color slowly create a rainbow effect." 🌈🧑🔬 #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy first day of winter! Fun fact: The winter solstice brings the shortest day and longest night of the year. Stay warm and enjoy the season! #pcssdproud #serveall
It's Learn a Foreign Language Month! In addition to the many PCSSD students studying Spanish, French & Chinese in the classroom, we also have over 50 languages spoken in our homes! Did you study a foreign language in school?#pcssdproud #serveall
