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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
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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
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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
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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
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ICYMI - 3rd - 12th graders from the Sylvan Hills feeder pattern are teaming up to take on a challenge like no other - breaking the World's Longest Human Electric Circuit record!
The event will take place on March 27 but we're selling shirts NOW! This fundraiser will help fund having officials from Guinness World Record here for our attempt. Details on how to purchase a shirt can be found here: https://shhs.pcssd.org/article/1445664. The deadline to order a shirt is February 23!
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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
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During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Barbara Hendricks, born in Stephens, Arkansas, is a soprano opera and concert singer. Hendricks has performed in major opera house across the world. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Happy Valentine's Day from PCSSD! Did you know that colored roses have different meanings? A red rose traditionally symbolized love, other colors like deep pink, purple or white symbolize happiness, royalty and sympathy respectively. Which color do you give? #pcssdproud #serveall
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During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Howard Sims, from Fort Smith, was a tap dancer. Sims created unique sounds during performing by using sand on his sandbox, earning him the nickname "Sandman." #pcssdproud #serveall
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Today is Mardi Gras which means "Fat Tuesday" in French. As the final day of the carnival season, Mardi Gras typically involves consuming rich foods in preparation for the fasting season of Lent. It is also a celebration of the rich, diverse French culture. #pcssdproud #serveall
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During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Luther Allison was famous singer/songwriter and guitarist from Widener, Arkansas. His skills on a guitar had him known as the "Jimi Hendrix of Blues Guitar." #pcssdproud #serveall
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During Black History Month we're celebrating Black artists with an Arkansas connection. Big Bill Broonzy was an American blues singer, songwriter, & guitarist born in Jefferson County. He played country music in the 1920s before shifting to more urban-blues. #pcssproud #serveall
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It's game day! For all those football fans (and Taylor Swift fans, too) - today is the big game. Who are you choosing: the Kansas City Chiefs or the San Francisco 49ers?
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During Black History Month we are celebrating black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Louis Jordan, born in Brinkley, was an American saxophonist and band leader. Jordan was known as the "King of the Jukebox". #pcssdproud #serveall
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Millions of people around the year will celebrate the Lunar New Year today, kicking off the 15-day Spring Festival. The Lunar New Year marks the first new moon of the lunar calendar. Wishing wealth and prosperity to all those who celebrate this holiday! #pcssdproud #serveall
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During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Luenell, famous Actress and Comedian, was born in Tollette. From southwest Arkansas to the big screen, Luenell has appeared in TV and Film over 30 years! #pcssdproud #serveall
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During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Sister Rosetta Tharpe, born in Cotton Plant, was a singer/songwriter and guitarist. Her musical influence eventually dubbed her the Godmother of Rock n Roll. #pcssdproud #serveall
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It's National School Counseling Week and we're recognizing all counselors this week. Let's give a shout out to the counselors in the Sylvan Hills feeder. Thank you for the impact you have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. #pcssdproud #serveall
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During Black History Month we are celebrating Black artists who also have an Arkansas connection. Equilla Walker is a visual storyteller from Little Rock. Walker's art tells a story through the use of photos and recycled materials. #pcssdproud #serveall
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Schools in the Sylvan Hills feeder pattern have the opportunity to attempt to break a world record this spring! 3rd - 12th graders from the Sylvan Hills feeder pattern are teaming up to take on a challenge like no other - breaking the World's Longest Human Electric Circuit record!
The event will take place on March 27 but we're selling shirts NOW! This fundraiser will help fund having officials from Guinness World Record here for our attempt. Details on how to purchase a shirt can be found here: https://shhs.pcssd.org/article/1445664
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