👕 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
Even without internet access earlier this week, students in the Arkansas Children’s Academy of Business – Management/Marketing pathway stayed fully engaged. Mrs. Briggs challenged them to build the tallest free‑standing marshmallow tower.

“This was a great collaboration activity that also showcased who in each class steps up as leaders and who thinks outside the box,” Briggs said.

Congratulations to Reece Mills, Riley Smith, Shayla Nixon, and Harrison Merchant for building the tallest free‑standing tower at 19 inches.

Honorable mention goes to Kenyon Holt, Landon Toney, Asia Jackson, and Dawson Young for taking second place with a free‑standing tower at 18 inches.
#ExpectBelieveSucceed
3 months ago, PCSSD
Yes! Projects are underway! ~ Check out these towers teams built in the Engineering I classes today. The winning tower measured 55 1/2". How tall could you build a tower with paper only?
3 months ago, Sylvan Hills High
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
Please join the Counseling Department at SHHS 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm on August 13, 2026.

This is a great time to get information about Graduation Requirements, SSPs, State Curriculum changes, and much more. Counselors will be on hand to answer questions. Help us set students up for success!

#ExpectBelieveSucceed
3 months ago, Sylvan Hills High
It was a great first day on the Hillside. Check out some of our Seniors who walked in ready to start the year in their "Senior Best!"
3 months ago, Sylvan Hills High
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! #ExpectBelieveSucceed
3 months ago, PCSSD
Please welcome Lasuandra Deloach-Williams to Sylvan Hills High School! As we look forward to the first day of school on Monday, August 10, we're excited to announce and celebrate the PCSSD administrators in new roles across the district. #ExpectBelieveSucceed

View the list of all school leaders: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037
3 months ago, PCSSD

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

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
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
🚌 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
👕 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
🏫 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

COMMUNITY SERVICE LEARNING is a GRADUATION REQUIREMENT for the CLASS OF 2027 AND BEYOND. Students must complete 75 HOURS of documented service between grades 9–12. Learn more at pcssd.org/page/community-service.

3 months ago, PCSSD

Staff from across the district gathered Monday for convocation and the start of Back to School Week, reconnecting and setting a shared focus for the year ahead!

Superintendent Jeff Senn reiterated PCSSD's new motto, #ExpectBelieveSucceed. He also encouraged educators to reflect on their PLC (Power, Legacy, and Completion) and the lasting difference they can make for students.

3 months ago, PCSSD

🎉 Ashley Washam has been selected as one of the Top 15 Finalists for the 2027 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, a statewide honor recognizing exceptional teaching and leadership across Arkansas.

Washam will be recognized alongside other finalists on August 6 at the Governor’s Mansion. Each finalist receives a certificate and a $1,000 award provided by the Walton Family Foundation.

Earlier this year, Washam was named PCSSD’s District Teacher of the Year after being selected at the school level. She spent the last year serving Maumelle Middle School and will begin a new role as Dean of Students at Pine Forest Elementary for 2026–2027.

Congratulations on this well‑deserved recognition! Read more about her recognition here: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3046865 #ExpectBeliveSucceed

4 months ago, PCSSD
Sylvan Hills High School is proud to recognize Kyra Looney and Jaiya Hampton, two graduating Bears who have served our campus as dedicated AVID assistant staff members. Their leadership, consistency, and commitment to supporting our AVID students have made a meaningful impact on the SHHS community.

Thanks to the generosity of Baldwin & Shell, both students were awarded the Bobby Agee AVID Scholarship, sponsored through the SHMS PTSA. Each scholarship provides $1,000 to support their continued educational journey.

🎓 Jaiya Hampton will be attending Arkansas State University in Jonesboro.
🎓 Kyra Looney will be attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

We are grateful for community partners like Baldwin & Shell who invest in our students’ futures. Please join us in congratulating Kyra and Jaiya as they take their next steps. #PCSSDproud #AVID #GoBears #ServeAll
5 months ago, PCSSD
Chartwells is hiring for our cafeterias in the 2026–2027 school year. Apply now:
Kitchen Manager: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=70e14cbc4cf408d1
Foodservice Worker: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=18a2714574f2a137
5 months ago, PCSSD
🚗Don’t forget — PCSSD’s summer meal program kicks off tomorrow morning. 🍱
We’re providing free breakfast and lunch packs for all children 18 years and younger in our community. No registration or ID is required, and children do not have to attend PCSSD to receive meals.

Each pack includes 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches. Families can pick up meals from 7:00–10:00 a.m. at the designated distribution sites, and staff will load the packs directly into your vehicle.

Full details are available on the attached flyer.
#ServeAll #PCSSDproud
5 months ago, PCSSD