The biggest accomplishment of the the night was a possible school record in the discus throw. Kaedon Curtis had an amazing throw of 140 feet 1 inch. Great job, Kaedon.
First place finishers were Kenan "Air" Morris, Deryeus Fowlkes,and Tyler Blakely.
Top Bear performers were Nigel Casey, Kortez Anthony, Isaiah Howell, Mesiah Vales, Brayden Wallace, Brian Dixson, Daylon Brooks, Antonio Reed, Jaci Rainey, Paris Wilburd, Matti Kohler, Kylee Metcalf, Rakyia Johnson, Ski Walker, Kortney Hood, and Sanaiya Jones. Great Job Bears.
Last week Kenan "Air' Morris set a new school record in the high jump of 6-7!
Students, teachers, and support staff were recognized for showing what it means to be Grateful, Respectful, Responsible, Resilient, and Reflective — both in the classroom and around campus.
Way to go, Bears! 💙
Arkansas Children's Academy of Medical Sciences
Students: Kaylin Head, Jasmine Kaur, & Scout Wyatt
Teacher: Couch Shay
Arkansas Children's Academy of Business
Students: Erica Hughes, Asia Jackson, & Kaedon Curtis
Academy of Engineering and Design
Students: Micah Sanders, Jaden Ray, & Chris Stowe
Teacher: Mrs. Stuthard
Support Staff of the Month: Officer Rodgers
📊💙 ATLAS Testing is Almost Here!
As we approach ATLAS Summative Testing (April 13–16), we’re excited to share that there’s a district incentive on the line! 🎯
We encourage all families to help students be prepared each day — get plenty of rest, eat a good breakfast, and come ready to do their best and aim for that 1060 score! 💪🐻
Let’s finish strong, Bears!
As each student walked the runway, classmates identified the design concepts on display, and the lesson wrapped up with a live judging session and a “best outfit” award. The runway was a great reminder of how much talent and imagination these students bring to the classroom. #PCSSDproud #GoBears
Students rotated through multiple interviews, asked thoughtful questions, and represented SHHS with professionalism and confidence. From healthcare and public service to manufacturing, business, and technology, Bears had the opportunity to connect directly with companies seeking career‑ready graduates.
Huge shoutout to our students for their professionalism and to the volunteers and partners who made this experience possible. #PCSSDproud #GoBears #AcademiesOfCentralArkansas #CareerReady
Sylvan Hills High School Theatre Arts is taking the stage TOMORROW with their production of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express — and you don’t want to miss this one.
From the remarkable set and costume design to a cast that’s been working tirelessly to bring this classic mystery to life, this show promises suspense, style, and a whole lot of bear talent.
📅 April 7 & 9
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Sylvan Hills High School Performing Arts Center
🎟️ Tickets available: https://sylvanhillstheatre.ludus.com/index.php
Come support our Sylvan Hills performers and enjoy a night of mystery, drama, and incredible student artistry. #PCSSDproud #GoBears #SupportTheArts
🐻 Students at Sylvan Hills High School pulled the sweetest prank on their teachers yesterday with a fresh batch of "Brown E's"! Instead of a baked treat, teachers were gifted brown paper letter E's filled with heartfelt, positive attributes written by the students. Who needs sugar when our students are this sweet? 💙 #PCSSDproud #ServeAll #GoBears #AprilFools #TeacherAppreciation
Sophomores toured Henderson State University and Ouachita Baptist University to explore college life firsthand. Juniors and seniors attended the HBCU College Fair at West Central Community Center, connecting with representatives from colleges across the country. Seniors also enjoyed a trip to watch the Arkansas Razorbacks take on Texas A&M Aggies — a fun way to experience college spirit in action! 🏈
Getting involved in college and career experiences is a key pillar of AVID, and our students are doing an amazing job taking advantage of every opportunity. Way to stay future-focused, Bears! 💙
The results are in, and the Sylvan Hills High School Choirs SHINED at the Region 2 Choral Assessments!
⭐ A cappella Choir & A cappella Treble: Received straight Superior (I) ratings in both performance and sight-reading.
⭐ VOX Chorale: Earned straight Superior (I) ratings across all categories.
⭐ Treble Choir: Secured Excellent (II) ratings for their performance and sight-reading.
⭐ Small Ensembles: Congratulations to Beauty Shop and our Trio for their Division I ratings!
⭐ Soloists: Our soloists brought home three First Division ratings and one Second Division rating.
A huge thank you to Choral Director Elaine Harris and the 43 visiting schools who made this event at SHHS such a success. It was an honor to host such incredible talent! 🐻 #GoBears #PCSSDproud
Join us in celebrating Senior Zoey Stout Weeks and her outstanding performance this weekend at the IPDA Debate Tournament at Cabot High School.
Zoey placed 2nd in IPDA Debate and 3rd in IPDA Speaking — an incredible accomplishment! We’re proud of the way she represented Sylvan Hills. Way to go, Zoey! 💙🐻
As we head into Spring Break, please review these guidelines on when to keep your child home from school.
According to the latest Viral Respiratory Diseases Report from the Arkansas Department of Health, public schools saw an average absenteeism rate of 8.2% last week. Following these guidelines helps keep our classrooms healthy and learning strong.
🗿 This art project was anything but a bust… well, maybe it was a bust — but in the best way! 🎨
Students in Ms. Beth Otten’s sculpture class transformed blocks of clay into expressive, imaginative busts. From shaping to carving details and glazing their final pieces, these Bears poured creativity and craftsmanship into every step.
Ms. Otten said it best: “I just have to show them off.”#GoBears #StudentArt
Spring is in the air, and life is moving faster! We took a moment this week to celebrate the amazing students and staff who were voted for Bears of the Month last month. Join us in congratulating these individuals:
Support Staff - Mrs. McGee
Academy of Medical Science
Sophomore - Chloe Benthal
Junior - Lorenzo Jasmin
Senior - Emery McNair
Teacher -Mrs. Brasfield
Academy of Business
Sophomore - Honesty Williams
Junior - Ayden Ricks
Senior - Austin Hutchings
Teacher - Ms. Runkle
Academy of Engineering
Sophomore - Amariah Borkins
Junior - James Akins
Senior - Zorian Brown
Teacher - Mr. Janssen
The Pulaski County Special School District Health Center is open and ready to serve you with unmatched convenience. Mainline Health partners offer comprehensive care for both students and staff:
🩺 Primary Care: Quick, easy access for physicals, sick visits, chronic care management, immunizations, and general wellness.
🧠 Behavioral Health: Confidential, on-site support for your mental health needs.
👇 Watch this video to see hours, services, and book your visit today using the link in the video description:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgcFuUsvj5M
#PCSSDproud #ServeAll
Don’t miss the newest “Humans on the Hillside” features on The Banner — celebrating seniors.
Read more at hillsidebanner.org. #GoBears #PCSSDproud
Our AP Art 2‑D Design students took on one of their most challenging — and most creative — projects this week. Using only the panoramic function on their cameras, they were tasked with creating real‑time optical illusions with no editing tools allowed.
After learning the basics and experimenting with in‑camera techniques, Mr. Green encouraged students to push their imagination, play with perspective, and think beyond the frame. The results speak for themselves — clever, thoughtful, and incredibly fun.
Outstanding work, Bears. Your creativity continues to shine.
#PCSSDproud #GoBears
Our students had the incredible opportunity to tour Little Rock Air Force Base, where they explored aircraft, met Airmen, and learned firsthand about careers in aviation, engineering, and military service.
We’re grateful to LRAFB for opening its doors and inspiring our future leaders.
#PCSSDproud #ServeAll #GoBears
🎓 AVID Wednesday Spotlight: WICOR in Action! ✏️📚
The foundation of AVID techniques is the WICOR framework — Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading — and it was on full display at Sylvan Hills High School.
In Mrs. Bridges’ history class, students explored industrialization and its impact on countries worldwide. After reading about the topic in class, they dug deeper through research, organized their findings into visual models, collaborated on large‑scale posters, and used inquiry to understand how global events shaped the modern world.
👕 Don’t forget to wear your college or career shirt tomorrow and celebrate the strategies that help our scholars think critically and dream big.
#AVID #WICOR #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
The Pulaski County Special School District Health Center is open and ready to serve you with unmatched convenience. Mainline Health partners offer comprehensive care for both students and staff:
🩺 Primary Care: Quick, easy access for physicals, sick visits, chronic care management, immunizations, and general wellness.
🧠 Behavioral Health: Confidential, on-site support for your mental health needs.
👇 Watch this video to see hours, services, and book your visit today using the link in the video description:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgcFuUsvj5M
#PCSSDproud #ServeAll