We love PCSSD and would love for you to come work with us! If you want to make a difference in the lives of children and have a supportive, caring team around here - apply now!
https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers
https://youtu.be/P9wRkmtyW70
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3 PCSSD Pre-K programs have earned a higher rating from Better Beginnings. All PCSSD Pre-K had achieved a Level 3, but the program recently increased to 6 levels. BAKER and LAWSON increased from a 3 to a 4. OAK GROVE increased from a 3 to a 5. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
3-5 Parents: We will begin the 2022 - 2023 ACT Aspire Summative Assessment tomorrow morning. All students have left their Chromebooks at school to charge before testing. Be sure to ensure a good night's rest for your student so they are ready to go for the Reading test tomorrow.
Students have the opportunity to earn rewards if they meet the following daily testing requirements by: 1.) Being present and on time for the start of test sessions. 2.) Working quietly and not disrupting class. 3.) Following all directions and checking over their work. 4.) Giving their best effort. 5.) Using their testing time wisely.
Thank you for partnering with us and encouraging your child to do their best on the test!
PCSSD is excited to announce our 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year winners for each school! These amazing educators went above and beyond for their students this year. Congratulations to Natalie Casavechia from BAKER ELEMENTARY! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Today is Earth Day! This year's theme is "Invest in Our Planet" encouraging all of us to recognize our collective responsibility to the planet and accelerate our actions to make a difference. PCSSD is proud to partner with PeachJar to do our part!
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Baker Parents: If you would like to order Baker Field Day spirit wear, all orders are due by Friday, April 28. To order online, please visit https://baker2023.itemorder.com/.
Any purchases for field day T-shirts or shorts are made at your discretion directly through customsportswear.net. Neither PCSSD nor Baker Elementary is responsible for any issues with purchases made, fees incurred, refunds, or exchanges related to the purchase of these products. Please do not send cash or checks to the school for these purchases. All purchases will need to be made online.
Thanks!
Dr. Essel
Volunteer Recognition Day was this week, so we wanted to take the time to celebrate our Baker Volunteers! Baker's success comes from the hard work of the staff and the incredible sacrifices of our awesome volunteers! Thank you!!!
April is Scottish-American Heritage Month. This month we celebrate the history and contributions of the Scottish and Scottish-Irish heritage. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
K-2 Parents: We will wrap up the K-2 NWEA Map Growth Spring Assessment tomorrow morning. Be sure to ensure a good night's rest for your student so they are ready to go for Math testing tomorrow. Thank you again for partnering with us and encouraging your child to do their best on the test!
As a reminder, students have the opportunity to earn rewards if they meet the following daily testing requirements by: 1.) Being present and on time for the start of test sessions. 2.) Working quietly and not disrupting class. 3.) Following all directions and checking over their work. 4.) Giving their best effort. 5.) Using their testing time wisely.
Baker Parents, the Field Day shirt/shorts order form that you received today contains inaccurate information. Please disregard the information on the flyer until further information is provided. We apologize for the inconvenience.
April is Occupational Therapy Month. Thank you to the PCSSD Occupational Therapists who work with our students daily to help them improve or develop skills for daily living! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
We love PCSSD and would love for you to come work with us! If you want to make a difference in the lives of children and have a supportive, caring team around here - apply now!
https://www.pcssd.org/page/careers
https://youtu.be/3ZTsIgOcioE
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Tax Day has been extended for Pulaski County residents until July 31! Gov. Sanders issued an executive order and the IRS has delayed collection for areas hit by the tornadoes on March 31.
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K-2 Parents: We will begin the 2022-2023 K-2 NWEA Map Growth Spring Assessment tomorrow morning. Be sure to ensure a good night's rest for your student so they are ready to go for the Reading test tomorrow. Students have the opportunity to earn rewards if they meet the following daily testing requirements by: 1.) Being present and on time for the start of test sessions. 2.) Working quietly and not disrupting class. 3.) Following all directions and checking over their work. 4.) Giving their best effort. 5.) Using their testing time wisely. Thank you for partnering with us and encouraging your child to do their best on the test!
This is National School Volunteer Week. We are so thankful for the many volunteers who take their time to be in our schools helping students and teachers. We couldn't do it without you! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
CALS Children's Library and Learning Center is celebrating their birthday by inviting kids to a PJ storytime. Stop buy the event for a guest reader and breakfast for dinner!
https://cals.org/childrens-library
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Earth Day is just a week away, but the Central Arkansas Library System is hosting a number of events this month to celebrate Earth Day. Check out their website for some upcoming activities!
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One week from today is the DEA's National Drug Take Back Day. Get your unused and expired medications together to bring to a drop off location on Saturday, April 22! Find a drop off location near you:
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DHS's Every Child Arkansas is a new program to support and recruit foster parents from around the state. The mission of Every Child Arkansas is to invite people to consider fostering and spread awareness that everyone can make a difference. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
April is School Library Month! Thank you to the dedicated Teacher Librarians across PCSSD! This month we would like to shout out these professionals by feeder. We are thankful for the TLs in the Robinson feeder! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
