Reading during these summer months helps avoid the summer slide. Teacher Vision has collected summer reading lists and organized them by grade level and even offers some lists for teachers.
https://www.teachervision.com/holidays/summer-reading-lists
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June is Caribbean American Heritage Month. This annual celebration is led by the Institute of Caribbean Studies and supports the inclusion of Caribbean-Americans in policy making and the development of the Caribbean region. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
AR Kids Read is offering a list of ideas to keep your child inspired to read this summer by finding new places to read. Check out this list and maybe even come up with some of your own!
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CALS is collecting new and gently used reusable water bottles to have on hand for patrons and local shelters this summer. If you want to help, bottles can be brought to Main Library through Saturday, July 30. For questions, contact 501-918-3000. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Happy Friday!
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Reading during these summer months helps avoid the summer slide. Little Free Libraries provide a great opportunities for students to not only borrow books, but donate books for other community members.
https://littlefreelibrary.org/
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Are students in your community looking for meals during the summer? Visit www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids for the USDA Meals for Kids Finder. The interactive map is updated weekly. You can also text "Summer Meals" to 914-342-7744 or call 1-866-348-6479. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Robinson Middle is still accepting additional applications for the Senator Transition Camp for incoming 6th graders. Camp will be held July 25-29 at RMS. Students will review basic academic skills, learn about RMS, and prepare for the upcoming school year. We also plan to visit the University of Memphis and the Civil Rights Museum as part of the camp!
To enroll, please complete the form by June 30: https://bit.ly/3HLxMmZ
Email dgrimmett7811@pcssd.org with any questions.
June is Great Outdoors Month. One popular Central Arkansas outdoor destination is the Rattlesnake Ridge Natural Area. This area conserves habitats and protects Lake Maumelle. It's trail system is open for both hiking and biking.
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Today is officially First Day of Summer!
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Today is Juneteenth, which is a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth was first celebrated in 1866, but became a federal U.S. holiday in 2021. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Happy Father's Day!
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Check out the Be Mighty, CALS Children's Library and Learning Center, Central Arkansas Library System, & Baptist Health Community Outreach are offering a new cooking and wellness class taught by a nutritionist! Check it out! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
The CHENAL ELEMENTARY school supply list is now available - check out the supplies your student(s) will need to start next school year. https://chenal.pcssd.org/o/chenal-elementary/page/school-supply-lists
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Happy Friday!
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The JOE T. ROBINSON HIGH DRIVEN: School of Innovation (SOI) program is showing off their success! SOI students have higher MAP testing scores than the national average and higher ACT scores than both the Arkansas and national averages! SOI provides a framework for students to follow their individual passions through this unique program. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Reading during these summer months helps avoid the summer slide. Imagination Soup provides families with a number of summer reading lists, organized by grad levels and topics.
https://imaginationsoup.net/
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Happy Birthday, Arkansas! Arkansas was the 25th state admitted to the United States on June 15, 1836. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
June is Great Outdoors Month. One popular Central Arkansas outdoor destination is the Big Dam Bridge. This bridge is the longest pedestrian bridge in North America built for that use. It connects more than 14 miles of scenic trails in Little Rock and North Little Rock.
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Today is Flag Day which marks the adoption of the U.S. flag in 1777. The resolution, passed by the 2nd Continental Congress resolved that the flag include 13 stripes, alternating red & white & 13 white stars in a blue field. Stars have been added as states join the union.
