Happy Kwanzaa! Established in 1966 by Maulana Ron Karenga, Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday that celebrates history, values, family, community and culture. #pcssdproud #serveall
Merry Christmas from PCSSD! #pcssdproud #serveall
Stockings are hung by the chimney with care.
Shopping and wrapping are done, not a minute to spare!
Santa will visit houses across the District tonight.
Get to be early, don't cause a fright!
Merry Christmas Eve to all in PCSSD,
We hope you sleep well and get lots of zzzz's!
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Thursday was the December Solstice, otherwise known as the First Day of Winter. How did you spend the shortest day of the year and longest night? #pcssdproud #serveall
December is Read a New Book Month! We asked our teacher librarians to share a recent book and why they loved it. Tiffany Shettles-Tull, COLLEGE STATION, read "The Little Liar: A Novel" by Mitch Albom. She loved how it expressed the effects of truth and lies. #pcssdproud #serveall
Throughout December, we'll share tips on how important proper nutrition is for all ages.
Tip #2: Behavior problems due to malnutrition can be counteracted when children consume a balanced diet that includes protein, fat, complex carbohydrates, and fiber.
Source: https://trst.in/c6G8bT
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Mark your calendars and save your favorite PJs to wear on Friday, December 15th for Pajama Day! Oak Grove teachers decided to have a cozy last day for students and staff. Wear your tennis shoes, though, so you can have fun outside. PreK and K families are invited on Thursday morning the 14th at 8:30 for a concert with The Kinders. Winter parties are that afternoon. All volunteers must pass a background check.
Happy Hanukkah! For the next eight nights, Hanukkah (often called the Festival of Lights), takes place for our Jewish friends. The celebration centers around lighting candles on the menorah while also enjoying food, music, and games. #pcssdproud #serveall
In 1994, the United States Congress declared December 7, National Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance. Memorials and events are held each year at Pearl Harbor as well as across the nation honoring the 2,403 Americans killed and the nearly 1,200 injured. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today begins Computer Science Education Week. This vastly growing field of study plays a vital and necessary role in our of lives. How do you see computer science represented in your daily life? #pcssdproud #serveall
December is Read a New Book Month! We asked our teacher librarians to share a recent book and why they loved it. Lani Allenbaugh from ROBINSON HIGH read "Be That Way" by Hope Larson. She enjoyed reading about the life a high school student in the late 90s. #pcssdproud #serveall
Throughout December, we'll share tips on how important proper nutrition is for all ages.
Tip #1: Foods that are rich in fiber, protein, & healthy fats keep the body feeling full longer, providing energy to focus and stay alert throughout the day.
Source: https://trst.in/EMho2z.
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Today is World AIDS Day. It's a day of awareness and support for those who are battling and those who have lost their battle with AIDS. "Let Communities Lead" is the theme for World AIDS Day 2023. #pcssdproud #serveall
November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month, a time to acknowledge those experiencing homelessness. As many as 2.5 million youth per year experience homelessness. Learn how to help, email Dr. John McCraney, PCSSD homeless liaison: jmccrane@pcssd.org. #pcssdproud #serveall
This month we highlight our student-athletes. Our student-athletes excel in sport as well as the classroom.
"I've learned that you have to work hard in class and on the field. I focus on my school work before practice or games." -Elijah Newell, MAUMELLE HIGH
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GivingTuesday is a worldwide day of giving, so why not give back to our teachers? Every donation you make to a teacher’s classroom request on DonorsChoose will be matched by at least 50% today! Let's help our PCSSD teachers! https://www.donorschoose.org #pcssdproud #serveall
Oak Grove Elementary's attendance for the week ending November 17th was overall 93%. It is slowly improving--way to go! Can we make it to 95% before winter break? 3rd and 4th grade attendance is on the rise. We have lots of learning and some holiday fun planned as well. Let's make every day count, hornets!
We have a lot of learning and some holiday fun planned between now and Winter Break at Oak Grove Elementary. Mark your calendars now with these events. Friday, December 1st Wear Red and Green, Thursday December 7th at 8:00 AM: K/1st Grade Parent Meeting and Cocoa, then enjoy your students' performance! Friday, December 8th: Rockin' your Holiday Socks, Picture Retakes, and 1st/2nd grade field trip to The Nutcracker. Thursday, December 14 @ 1:30 Winter Parties. Let your child's teacher know if you can donate or help with the classroom party. Friday, December 15th Tree Topper Day: Wear your Santa hat, antlers, or headband
On November 28, all projects on DonorsChoose will be matched by at least 50%! We hope you'll make plans to find a PCSSD teacher and help with a project. Don't see your teacher on the list? Encourage them to make one before Tuesday! https://trst.in/CgozTe #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you enjoy this break and spend time with loved ones. What's your favorite dish at Thanksgiving? Let us know! #pcssdproud #serveall
