It's never too early to plan! We are 364 days away from Halloween '24. Our Choir put on a great show at the "Haunted House on the Hillside" this year for the 2nd year. Look for them to be back again in 2024!
November is National Military Family Month, a recognition first established in 1996. Since then, November is a time to acknowledge the tremendous sacrifices our military families make. Thank you, military families, for your dedication and service. #pcssdproud #serveall
13 students from Sylvan Hills High School earned a chair in the All-Region Choir, with 12 students from the mixed choir who are eligible to audition for All-State Choir in February. Additionally, there are 5 students selected as alternates for mixed and treble choir.
More details: https://shhs.pcssd.org/o/sylvan-hills-high-school/article/1318169
Today is celebrated as the Day of the Dead (el Día de los Muertos). This is a widely recognized Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and celebration. #pcssdproud #serveall
Students from Student Council visited Willow Grove for Halloween and delivered cards. What a special event for our students and community. Go Bears!
Congratulations to our Perfect Attendance Drawing winners! Each of these students received a $20 gas card to help them fill up the tank and get to school on time! Look for more PBIS Attendance Drawings in November.
As part of the unit of study for our ELD classes, “Wonders of the U.S.," students visited Pettit Jean State Park. They toured the Rock House Cave and the Cedar Falls Overlook. The tour included important vocabulary and provided a great context for the unit of study.
Happy Halloween! Did you know: Halloween originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. What kind of costume will you be wearing tonight (to ward off ghosts, of course 👻)? #pcssdproud #serveall
Reminder: there is no school tomorrow for students. Teachers have a professional development day. District offices will be open. School will resume on Thursday, November 2. #pcssdproud #serveall
Thank you, @UAPB! Last week several AVID Juniors and Seniors were able to talk to UAPB about the programs and opportunities offered on campus.
All Region Choir - Way to go!
Looking GOOD! Senior Band Night was a HUGE success. Thank you for celebrating us, and Thank YOU, students, for all of your dedication and hard work.
Way to go, Forensics & Debate!
Our students aren't the only ones who are continuously learning! Congratulations to our very own, Jo Ann Koehler for earning her doctorate degree earlier this month. Dr. Koehler is the director of fine arts for the District. We're proud of you! #pcssdproud #serveall
October is National Principals Month. Today we feature SYLVAN HILLS HIGH's Tracy Allen. He is married with a daughter graduating from the U of A, and a son who graduates from SHHS in the spring. His favorite vacation spot is the British Virgin Islands. #pcssdproud #serveall
Some of the best learning is hands on, and you can't get much more hands on than this! Ms. Dunlap's Life Skills students were able to head out to Cockrill's Critters last week for a first hand experience with many of the animals and activities.
Wow! What a list! Congratulations to all of our students with As or A/Bs for the First Quarter! Keep it up. Remember: Semester grades are made of 1st quarter, 2nd quarter, and (if applicable) the semester exam.
October is Polish American Heritage Month. This month we celebrate the history and culture of Polish Americans and the impact they have had on our country and communities. #pcssdproud #serveall
The Bear Service Day for 10.30.23 has been postponed until Nov. 6th, 2023. ALL students should report to class as scheduled and follow a regular Monday schedule for 10.30.23.
Just two more weeks left in the regular season. Let's get out there and support our schools! Good luck MAUMELLE, MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES, ROBINSON and SYLVAN HILLS HIGH!
Don't forget you can watch live: https://www.pcssd.org/page/sports-network #pcssdproud #serveall
