During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Born in Smale, AR, Willie Cobbs was a blues singer and is best known for his song "You Don't Love Me." He was also an established harmonica player. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we celebrate Black artists with an Arkansas connection. Sonny Boy Williamson II, born as Alex Miller, was a blues harmonica player, singer and songwriter. He spent time in Helena-West Helena who influenced music in 1950s and 60s. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we celebrate Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Robert Nighthawk was a blues musician who played and recorded under pseudonyms. A native of Helena-West Helena, he was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 1983. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists with an Arkansas connection. Robert Lockwood, Jr. was born in Turkey Scratch and is well known for his Delta blues music. He was one of the first black entertainers to appear on radio in the South. #pcssdproud #serveall
Chef King visited Oak Grove recently and we tried zucchini and squash chips--most students gave them a thumbs up! Thank you, Chef King!
Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Today (and every day) we are so thankful for all of our bus drivers who safely transport our students to and from school each day. Don't forget to thank your school bus driver for their dedication! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Rose Marie McCoy was a songwriter born in Oneida, Ark. Her songwriting was highlighted by artists like Elvis, Nat King Cole, Aretha Franklin, and Tina Turner. #pcssdproud #serveall
ONE DAY ONLY (2/22/24) donations will be doubled on DonorsChoose to teachers who have never been funded. Let's send some hardworking PCSSD teachers their first DonorsChoose delivery! Donate early because it's only while funds last. https://www.donorschoose.org/nbft2024 #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. John Donly is a sitcom writer from Gould, AR. His writings appeared in shows including: Sanford and Son, Good Times, The Jeffersons, and Diff’rent Strokes. #pcsddproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Justin Bryant is an artist from Stuttgart. His "Color in Space" exhibit explores how the black male body fits into aspects of past and present histories. #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy Presidents' Day! Fun Fact: until 1968 when congress declared it the third Monday of February, Presidents' Day fell on Feb 22 which is George Washington's birthday. It now falls between Lincoln and Washington's birthday every year. #pcssdproud #serveall
This winter, Mrs. Scheuerman and her class of 3rd/4th graders helped all Oak Grove students complete our first STEM is Lit project. K-2 students made maracas and 3-5 students made their own harmonicas! They even worked to apply what they've been doing in music to play a short rhythm. Thank you to our volunteers who also helped with this project.
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Little Rock native Art Porter Jr. was a musician and saxophonist. Porter Jr came from a musical family and was known for merging R&B and hip hop into his music. #pcssdproud #serveall
Friday we celebrated our students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade who exceeded their Growth score or were Proficient or Exceeding on NWEA Map Reading or Math with a Nacho Party! 24 students reached above their Growth score in Reading and 26 reached above their expected Growth score in Math. Keep working hard, Hornets, to Level Up! We will have a growth celebration for K-2 students following their spring Map test.
February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Take time to encourage healthy dental hygiene habits among our children so we can see their beautiful smiles always! #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Chester Arthur "Howlin' Wolf" Burnett was a blues musician that lived in Mississippi County. As a Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame member, he was a delta blues icon. #pcssdproud #serveall
Random Acts of Kindness Day, like every day, is a great time to be mindful and intentional with our words, actions, and expressions towards others. How will you pay it forward today? #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Crystal C. Mercer is an artist of many forms from Little Rock. Mercer is a designer, textile artist, actor, activist, poet, songwriter, author and more. #pcssdproud #serveall
During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Gretha Boston is an actress and singer from Crossett, Arkansas. Boston has performed at Carnegie Hall, Broadway and is a Tony award winner. #pcssdproud #serveall
Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! SROs are carefully selected, specifically trained, sworn law enforcement officers who work with schools. We are thankful for our SRO partnerships that aim to ensure safety of students and staff. #pcssdproud #serveall
