We get it. It's hot outside. How are you supposed to help your kids release all that energy when the temps are so high? Our friends at Arkansas PBS have some great indoor activities to get those wiggles out! Check them out: https://trst.in/4CQQ2Y
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School may be out for the summer, but the first day of the new school year will be here before you know it! Make sure you're ready and get your school supplies early. Find your child's supply list here: https://oakgrove.pcssd.org/page/school-supply-lists
Exciting news - you can order everything you need right from our website from your favorite retailer!
Happy 4th of July! This holiday commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking the 13 American colonies’ political break from Great Britain. Americans celebrate with fireworks, first added to official celebrations in 1777. #pcssdproud #serveall
We are kicking off National Make a Difference to Children Month with thoughtful tips on teaching gratitude to our kids from Dr. Luttrell, Director of STEM and Blended Learning. Check out his tips and learn to make a difference: https://www.pcssd.org/article/1643332
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REMINDER! This week's meal box pick up will be Wednesday, July 3. The District will be closed on Thursday, July 4. Both pick up locations MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH and CATO ELEMENTARY will be open 7am-11am (while supplies last). https://trst.in/7OOdg5
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Say Goodbye to Summer Slide with this fun tip from Staisey Hodge of OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY: "Visit the local library for storytime and discover new books. Then explore the other items you and the family can check out—like fishing poles, tools or telescopes!" #pcssdproud #serveall
In honor of International Joke Day we give you this silly school joke:
Q: Why was the math book so sad?
🥁 Drum roll...
A: It had too many problems.
🤣 Now, it's your turn. Give us your best joke in the comments! 🤣
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Summer time means family road trips! If you're looking for ways to keep your kids entertained while traveling, check out these tips from Arkansas PBS. Download their app and enjoy these family-friend activities to keep the kids busy: https://trst.in/IGCZhi? #pcssdproud #serveall
June is Great Outdoors Month! Every week, we'll share a fun outdoor activity. This week: picnicking! What is your favorite park to enjoy a picnic? We’re big fans of the inclusive playground within Two Rivers Park! #pcssdproud #serveall
We're less than two months away from opening the doors to our school based health clinic. Along with our partners at Mainline Health, we cannot wait to bring a variety of healthcare services to PCSSD students and staff. https://www.pcssd.org/article/1608188 #pcssdproud #serveall
According to the Arkansas Food Bank, 1 in 5 kids in AR are at risk for going hungry. During National Hunger Awareness Month, we want to remind you that PCSSD offers multi-day meal boxes for families with kids ages 2-18. Learn more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/1618697
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June is Great Outdoors Month! Every week, we'll share a fun outdoor activity. This week: swimming! Families can take a day trip to nearby Hot Springs. All ages can splash in the kid-friendly Bull Bayou swimming hole. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy First Day of Summer! Grab your sunglasses, because today the Northern Hemisphere will receive the most sunlight of any day of the year. #pcssdproud #serveall
When the Union arrived in Galveston, TX on June 19, 1865, they shared the news that 250,000 enslaved Black people were free — two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Looking for a way to celebrate Juneteenth? Support Black-owned businesses! #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Father's Day! How will you honor the father figures in your life today? #pcssdproud #serveall
Did you know? The United States adopted the American flag on this day in 1777 — 247 years ago! #pcssdproud #serveall
June is Great Outdoors Month! Every week, we'll share a fun outdoor activity. This week: biking! Pulaski County offers trails for every skill level. Try taking a family bike ride on the paved Southwest Trail to the Children's Library & Learning Center. #pcssdproud #serveall
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY teachers will have a place to relax and recharge next school year thanks to a room makeover by Amanda Galbraith and Arkansas Property Management and Real Estate! Staff have named it "The Nook." #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Caribbean American Heritage Month! Since 2006, the U.S. has set aside June to highlight the culture and heritage of Caribbean Americans — including immigrants from Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Haiti, and Trinidad and Tobago. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Family Health and Fitness Day! Adding exercise and healthy foods to your family routine is a team effort. Fun tip: Cooking together helps families find the flavors that fit their taste and nutrition goals. #pcssdproud #serveall
