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Have you registered for kindergarten at Oak Grove Elementary?
Please sign up for our Kindergarten Roundup on August 8th and 9th between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Your child will meet the kindergarten teachers and complete some informal testing so that we can get to know each other in a relaxed environment. Please plan on staying about 30 minutes.
Here is the link to sign up for an arrival time on Thursday: https://calendar.app.google/4SeUjzNoqKih6ZZA8
or Friday: https://calendar.app.google/4SeUjzNoqKih6ZZA8
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Today is the official opening of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. You can watch the opening ceremony this afternoon at 12:30pm (TV: https://trst.in/r8pyc7). There are at least 24 Olympians with ties to Arkansas representing 8 different countries in this year's Games. https://trst.in/MbPyna #pcssdproud #serveall
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Families new to Oak Grove Elementary can register for the 2024-25 school year online at https://www.pcssd.org/page/registration . If you need help with the process, Ms. Shannon is back in the office and can help! Call 501-851-5370 or come to the Oak Grove office.
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It's National Make a Difference to Children Month. Here's how Lisa Smith of CRYSTAL HILL makes an impact: "I recognize that childhood trauma exists & work to make trauma-informed decisions that promote safety, transparency & increased time in the classroom." #pcssdproud #serveall
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Have you registered for kindergarten at Oak Grove Elementary?
Please sign up for our Kindergarten Roundup on August 8th and 9th between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Your child will meet the kindergarten teachers and complete some informal testing so that we can get to know each other in a relaxed environment. Please plan on staying about 30 minutes.
Here is the link to sign up for an arrival time on Thursday: https://calendar.app.google/4SeUjzNoqKih6ZZA8
or Friday: https://calendar.app.google/4SeUjzNoqKih6ZZA8
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Oak Grove Families: We are getting ready for the new school year to begin. It's going to great!
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SAVE THE DATE! Our back to school open house will take place on Friday, August 16 at Oak Grove Elementary. The open house will take place from 5:30 - 6:30pm (drop in any time during that window).
We look forward to seeing you on Aug. 16 to kick off the new school year!
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Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this tip from Stephanie Franklin of SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH: "Engage students in activities that use math in everyday activities like helping with the household budget, measuring ingredients or calculating gas mileage." #pcssdproud #serveall
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It's National Make a Difference to Children Month. Here's how Morgan Dickerson of MAUMELLE HIGH works to make an impact: "I always try to give scholars the tools to be better. ... When I see an opportunity to offer help and suggestions to them, I do."
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Taking cues from the calendar emoji, World Emoji Day is celebrated on 📅 July 17 📅. This fun holiday is the perfect time to send an emoji-filled message to your friends and family. Drop your 3 most recent emojis in the comments!
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Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this tip from Michelle Camp of ROBINSON HIGH: "A summer job for high school students provides valuable real-world experience, teaching them responsibility, time management and the importance of a strong work ethic. Summer jobs can enhance college applications by demonstrating initiative and experience." #pcssdproud #serveall
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Thank you to Graves Memorial Baptist Church who will be providing school supplies for OGE students for the upcoming school year. We are grateful for your support and generosity.
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Here’s a fun holiday to celebrate: Global Hug Your Kids Day! This day helps remind parents and caregivers to hug their kids daily. Bonus: hugs can help reduce stress and improve emotional connections. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Our school-based health clinic is opening in just a few weeks! Our partners at Mainline Health have an opening for a Patient Support Specialist the clinic that will located behind the MILLS MIDDLE campus. Check out the position: https://trst.in/U2gbem
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With more nearly 7,500 hours of instruction, PCSSD ranks in top 10% nationwide for commitment to whole-child education. This instruction focused on topics like financial literacy, health, careers and more. Learn more about this award: https://trst.in/LIbChD
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It's National Make a Difference to Children Month! Here’s how Stacy Bottoms of CATO works to make an impact: "Through positive relationship building, educators can shape a child's future and help them succeed academically and personally." #pcssdproud #serveall
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We've got a NEW online payment portal for PCSSD students - EZ School Pay! This can be used to make payments for student nutrition, school events, chromebook fees and more. Set up a free account and check out all the app features: https://trst.in/w3Aycs
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More than 75% of PCSSD schools will offer free meals starting in the 24-25 school year under Provision 2. This will provide meals, regardless of eligibility, at no charge for students in 19 select schools. Check out the details here: https://trst.in/D03Nk3. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this simple tip from Anjelica Evans of COLLEGE STATION ELEMENTARY: "READ, READ, READ! 15 minutes of listening to your child read every day will make a major difference in your child/children's academic abilities." #pcssdproud #serveall
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Celebrated in July, French-American Heritage Month commemorates the contributions and influence the French have made in our everyday lives. Everything from art, laws, cuisine, culture, etiquette and so much more! Merci beaucoup! #pcssdproud #serveall
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