Baker Elementary

With a dominant 19–1–1 record and a 4A championship run, Todd Eskola has been selected as NFHS Section 6 Girls Soccer Coach of the Year. Only one coach receives across Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2666524

2 months ago, PCSSD

Article cover for Todd Eskola selected as Coach of the Year. The image shows Eskola holding his award certificate

All PCSSD schools and district offices will be closed on Friday, January 30, due to continued hazardous road and weather conditions. All events and activities are canceled or will be rescheduled. The increased temperatures and sunlight have helped to thaw roadways, and our maintenance crews continue to make progress clearing sidewalks and parking lots at our facilities. Even with these improvements, many of our students and employees would still face potentially dangerous travel conditions. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make these difficult decisions. We plan to continue monitoring the weather and will provide future updates as needed.

2 months ago, PCSSD

Friday, January 30. Pulaski County. Continued Hazards. Closed.

Cooking at home while the ice melts? You may have a sous chef to chip in. Many elementary students have participated in cooking activities as recently as last week, thanks to Apple Seeds, Inc. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

2 months ago, PCSSD

Students cutting at a table with kale in the foreground

Students at a table with cutting vegetables

A close up of a student cutting a sweet potatoe

A student dumping her cut vegetables into a skillet

A student placing his cutting board in water

A close up of a student using measuring spoons with paprika

An Apple Seeds worker engaging with students at a table

Students measuring out salt and using a lemon squeezer

⛄❄️ Snow Day Alert! ❄️⛄
There will be no school tomorrow due to the hazardous roads.
Stay safe, bundle up, and enjoy a cozy day at home! ☕🧣

📝 We are currently working on an updated testing plan and will share it with families very soon.

💕 From Mrs. Sierra’s family to yours—wishing you a cozy, joy-filled snow day! ❄️☕

2 months ago, Georgette Sierra

All PCSSD schools and district offices will be closed on Thursday, January 29, due to continued hazardous road and weather conditions. All events and activities are canceled or will be rescheduled. While our maintenance crews have made significant progress on clearing sidewalks and parking lots, and main roads and arteries throughout the county have been cleared, many of our neighborhood streets and secondary roads are still covered in thick sheets of ice. These conditions create potentially dangerous travel conditions to our facilities. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your continued support of PCSSD.

2 months ago, PCSSD

Thursday, January 29. Pulaski County. Hazardous Conditions. Closed.

All PCSSD schools and district offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 28, due to hazardous road and weather conditions. All events and activities are canceled or will be rescheduled. We will continue to provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your continued support of PCSSD.

2 months ago, PCSSD

Wednesday, January 28. Pulaski County. Inclement Weather. Closed.

🎉💯 100 days smarter!
Today we celebrated the 100th Day of School—100 days of learning, growing, and shining. We are so proud of how far our students have come and can’t wait to see what the rest of the year brings! 💙📚

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/19ARV25iOItwxBA8DqGV6CKk8Szn4Bvdc?usp=sharing

2 months ago, Georgette Sierra

All PCSSD schools and district offices are closed Monday and Tuesday, January 26, and January 27, 2026, due to inclement weather conditions. All events and activities are canceled or will be rescheduled. We will continue to provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your continued support of PCSSD.

2 months ago, PCSSD

Monday, January 26 and Tuesday, January 27. Inclement Weather. Closed.

Hiring Substitutes!
On Thursday, January 29, ESS will be hosting an informational session and training for anyone interested in becoming a substitute with PCSSD.

We’d love to have you join our team and make a difference in our classrooms.

Start your application at ESS.com and register in advance to attend the session. REGISTER NOW using the link below.
https://calendly.com/bhampton2013/hiring-substitutes-for-pcssd-01-29-2026?month=2026-01

2 months ago, PCSSD

Promotional flyer for substitute teacher hiring event at Pulaski County Special School District (PCSSD), hosted by ESS. Features a smiling person holding a green tablet, with classroom imagery in the background. Event details include date (January 29, 2026), time (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM), and location (PCSSD Admin Building, 925 E. Dixon Rd). Logos for PCSSD and ESS are displayed, along with the ESS slogan “Every day counts.” Text encourages viewers to apply at ESS.com..

Based on the latest weather predictions, the winter storm is expected to move into our area Friday evening; therefore, PCSSD will operate on a regular schedule for Friday, January 23. All district after-school activities will not be held. A decision regarding school operations for Monday, January 26, will be made over the weekend. We will continue to share updates as decisions are made and more information becomes available. Thank you for your continued support of PCSSD.

2 months ago, PCSSD

Friday, January 23. Pulaski County. Schools will be open.

🗓️ Don't forget that schools and offices are closed on Monday in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. We will welcome back students and staff on Tuesday, January 21. #PCSSDProud #ServeAll

3 months ago, PCSSD

Illustration of a sign saying No School for Students and a banner saying Monday, January 19.

Illustration of a sign saying District Offices Will Be Closed and a banner saying Monday, January 19.

We want to take a moment to remind everyone of the importance of slowing down and driving carefully in our school zone. The safety of our students, staff, and families is our highest priority, and we have noticed an increase in speeding and reckless driving during arrival and dismissal times.

Please be aware that our school traffic officer may begin issuing citations for speeding or reckless driving if unsafe behaviors continue. This is not our preference, but it may be necessary to ensure the safety of everyone on campus.

We appreciate your cooperation in slowing down, following traffic laws, and modeling safe behavior for our students.

Thank you for helping us keep our school community safe!

3 months ago, Valencia Essel

We’re celebrating 100 days of learning! On the 100th day of school next week, we invite students to dress like they’re 100 years older -think gray hair, glasses, bow ties, pearls, canes, and cardigans. Get creative and help us make this milestone extra fun as we celebrate how much our students have grown!

3 months ago, Valencia Essel

PCSSD marches forward on path to become a Purple Star School District! Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2607120

3 months ago, PCSSD

Three people sit together in front of a warm, autumn-themed backdrop with string lights and fall leaves. Two adults wear military uniforms, and a child in a leopard print coat sits between them, smiling. The image highlights PCSSD’s support for military families, featuring a quote from Sylvan Hills High School Military Club Sponsor Nora Cummings: “We remain dedicated to supporting and uplifting our military families, honoring their resilience, courage, and invaluable contributions.”

Please consider this literacy initiative on behalf of a valued community partner, promoting leadership and reading across Arkansas.

3 months ago, PCSSD

Promotional flyer for the Arkansas Martin Luther King Jr. Commission’s “King Week 2026” event, highlighting the MLK L.E.A.D. To Read Literacy Initiative. Features a statewide read-in focused on the children’s book It Starts With Me by Dr. Bernice A. King and Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson

On behalf of Coach Hunter:

We’re thrilled to launch our first camp designed for future Robinson volleyball athletes and can’t wait to begin working with your player. This is completely free.

Parents, please register your child using the link below.

https://forms.gle/bWuMYoezMmhtii4x6

3 months ago, Valencia Essel

On behalf of Coach Hunter:

We’re thrilled to launch our first camp designed for future Robinson volleyball athletes and can’t wait to begin working with your player. This is completely free.

Parents, please register your child using the link below.
https://forms.gle/bWuMYoezMmhtii4x6

3 months ago, Valencia Essel

Get ready to lace up your sneakers 👟—the PBIS Sneaker Ball is making its grand return! 🎉 We want this celebration to be unforgettable, and our amazing teachers and staff need your help to make it shine ✨. Each grade will have its own dance time as indicated in the slots below! To keep the party organized, only parent volunteers are allowed to attend. There are only 6 spots per grade, so grab yours before they're gone! ⏳ Thanks for always bringing your energy and enthusiasm to our school events—we can’t wait to party with you! 🥳

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E44AAAC23ABFDC70-61552963-sneaker

3 months ago, Valencia Essel

👩‍🏫Teachers and staff spent time at PCSSD Central Office today sharpening skills, sharing ideas, and preparing for a strong semester ahead. See you tomorrow, students!📚#PCSSDproud #ServeAll #BackToSchool #ProfessionalDevelopment

3 months ago, PCSSD

A group of people around a table, discussing documents and using laptop computers. The people are wearing a variety of casual and professional attire. There are also some office supplies on the table.

Three adults sitting together at a table, smiling and working on laptops in a classroom setting.

Classroom with adults working at desks, some standing in groups.

Several people sitting and talking in a classroom or meeting setting. Some people have long hair and are wearing colorful clothing.

People sitting at desks in a classroom-like setting, with posters and signs on the walls.

Enjoy your break! ❄️ Schools and offices are closed for the next two weeks in observance of the winter holidays. We will welcome students back to classes on Tuesday, January 6. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

3 months ago, PCSSD