STUDENT EXPECTATIONS FOR AMI INSTRUCTION: We understand that many families may experience challenges in scheduling. The most important expectation is completing and submitting assignments as close as possible to when they are due. Teachers will offer digital face to face lessons with students 2-4 days per week. Students should make an effort to attend live instruction. Sessions will be recorded. Download suggested student expectations and AMI schedules here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/652110/maumelle-middle-ami.pdf
Please see below regarding the intervention block.
This is National Assistant Principals Week. Thank you to Maumelle Middle School Assistant Principal Kelly DeVun. Mrs. DeVun is married and enjoys traveling, spending time with family, working in the yard, and going to Razorback games in her spare time. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Please see the schedule that we will be using as we are out during this time. Our aim is to present high quality learning experiences to our students during this period of social distancing. Please contact your child's teacher with and classroom concerns. Stay safe!
Important call out tonight regarding our school's instructional plan. It can be found under the documents tab on the webpage. Check it out.
Students who live near MAUMELLE MIDDLE principal, Mr. Burgess, left him a message on his driveway. The next day, Mr. Burgess responded with a message back to his students. How sweet! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Good morning MMS! This is Principal Burgess. Today we will resume schooling for our students. A lot of preparation has gone into creating a plan for delivering instruction to students which includes a new schedule to organize our instructional day. We will begin pushing out information today and contacting students directly about how their classes with be conducted on line. Our aim is to present high quality learning experiences to our students during this period of social distancing. It will require positive participation by all. Our home and school partnership is more important now than ever before and I know we are all up to the challenge! All communication outlets are available to use to contact the school including email. Your child's teacher will be your first point of contact with classroom concerns. Be on the lookout for information announcements and pump your kid up for a great "2nd" first day of school. Stay safe and as always "GO STINGERS!
The Maumelle Fire Department is turning to Facebook to show students and families some of their equipment this morning! Firefighters are broadcasting at 10 a.m. and will display their state-of-the-art firetrucks, gear, and the firehouse. It is a great opportunity for students to learn about their community and those who serve and protect everyday. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD will prepare and distribute meals all week at 20 different locations around the county. Pick up times for the meals will be 11:30am - 12:30pm. Reminder, these are only for children (18 & under) present at pick up. Full list can be found here: http://ow.ly/dP9N50z0mrm.
Don't forget, AETN (Arkansas PBS) is providing in-home learning & activities w/ PBS KIDS educational programming starting today. Sign up for educational support: http://ow.ly/aNsN50yUEIe & check out more online resources: http://ow.ly/tQeY50yUEQU #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
A message from Superintendent Dr.Charles McNulty: He clarifies next steps for seniors, outlines 4th quarter grading and explains how PCSSD will continue to operate as AMI days start back up on Monday, March 30. https://youtu.be/JmdcwXNDqiE
This is the current list of locations where grab-and-go meals will be provided during the week of spring break (March 23-March 27). Thank you to World Central Kitchen, Clinton Presidential Center and the City of Little Rock, AR for the joint effort in feeding our children.
Governor Hutchinson just announced that all schools K-12 in Arkansas will remain closed until April 17. We will update AMI plans, nutrition availability and more as soon as possible.
Happy First Day of Spring!
March is Women's History Month. Prior to Hillary Rodham Clinton's time as First Lady of the United States, Secretary of State and New York Senator, she co-founded Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families. Clinton was inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2015.
March is Women's History Month. Raye Jean Jordan Montague was the first person to design a ship using a computer system during the 1970s. She joined the U.S. Navy in 1956. Montague was born in Little Rock and was inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2018.
We know AMI days can be difficult. How's the homework coming along? How are you staying entertained? From homework to box forts, let us know and we'll share your pictures! You can tag us in a post or email them to communication@pcssd.org. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
March is Women's History Month. Bessie Grace Boehm Moore created the first county library in Pine Bluff and served on the National Advisory Committee on Libraries under President Lyndon Johnson. Moore was inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2018.
PCSSD Nutrition and Transportation are teaming up to deliver meals to 21 drop off sites this week between 11:30am - 12:30pm from Tuesday, March 17 thru Friday, March 20. These meals are for children ages 18 and under. http://ow.ly/Oary50yNkG7
In addition to the meals that PCSSD is offering this week, our friends at Academics Plus Charter schools are offering free meal pick up as well.
Parents, here is a sample COVID-19 schedule that many in the academic world are using during school closures. Hope this helps provide a little coordination to your days at home.
March is Women's History Month. Pat Lile is co-founder of the Women's Foundation of Arkansas and has received both state and federal recognition for the volunteer efforts in both Pine Bluff and Little Rock. Lile was inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2017.
We are providing the latest updates on COVID-19 on our website here: http://ow.ly/Ct8z50yM19E. We'll have information regarding AMI assignments, food availability, and more.
PCSSD will join the City of Little Rock in food distribution on Monday, March 16. We will deliver food to the following locations between 11am - 11:30am. These are only PICK UP locations for food (not sit down and eat locations).
March is Women's History Month. Ruth Hawkins is a strong advocate for historic preservation and heritage tourism in the Delta. The Arkansas State University Heritage Sites program has grown under her leadership. She was inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2017.
March is Women's History Month. Karen Flake is the president and CEO of Mount St. Mary Academy and, in 1996, was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Development Finance Authority. Flake was inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2018.
PCSSD is working with local government officials to coordinate a plan for student nutrition during the mandated school closure. We hope to have information regarding meal services later today. We will share online once a plan is set. Thank you. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
STATEMENT 3/3: Thank you for understanding our decision to follow the Governor's orders.
STATEMENT 2/3: In a statement on Wednesday, March 11, it was announced that Governor Hutchinson has the sole authority to close public school campuses. PCSSD will continue to work closely with state offices and health departments as we monitor the progress of COVID-19.
STATEMENT 1/3: Per direction by the Governor of Arkansas, Pulaski County Special School District will be closed until March 30. The decision came after an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases across the nation.
March is Women's History Month. Bettye Caldwell played an integral role in the development of Head Start and was named one of Ladies' Home Journal's 10 Women of the Year in 1978. Caldwell moved to Arkansas in the 1960s and inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 2016.
Don't forget to turn in your volunteer hours by Friday, March 13!
DID YOU KNOW: A leap year occurs every 4 years to help synchronize the calendar year with the solar year, or the length of time it takes the earth to complete its orbit around the sun, which is about 365-¼ days.
February is Black History Month. Sheryl Underwood is a comedian and television host of The Talk. She founded the African American Female Comedian Association. Underwood was born in Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2007.
What a fun afternoon at our 1st PBIS dodgeball tournament! Students were able to "spend" their points to participate or to watch.
February is Black History Month. Lencola Sullivan-Verseveldt was the first African American to win Miss Arkansas in 1980. She was fourth runner-up at Miss America that year. She is from Morrilton and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2006.
February is Black History Month. Charles Bussey Jr. was the first African American elected to the Little Rock City Board of Directors, deputy sheriff of Pulaski County, and mayor of Little Rock. Bussey was born in Stamps and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2006.
February is Black History Month. Fran Bennett is an actress, best known for her role on hit shows such as Guiding Light, Star Trek: The Next Generation, and Scandal. Bennett was born in Malvern and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2005.
Thank you, Griot B, for speaking to our students as part of our Black History Month celebrations. The students really enjoyed the #BlackYardRap assembly! Keep up the good work!
Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday," also called Shrove Tuesday. The name Fat Tuesday refers to the last day of eating richer foods before the leaner days of Lent begin when many Christians fast. Do you celebrate Mardi Gras?
February is Black History Month. James "Jimmy" McKissic was a world-renowned pianist who performed throughout the world, including more than two dozen events at Carnegie Hall in New York. McKissic was born in Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1994.
February is Black History Month. Joycelyn Elders served as the U.S. Surgeon General in President Clinton's Administration and as Director of the Arkansas Department of Health. Elders was born in Schaal, AR and was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1995.
February is Black History Month. Rodney Earl Slater was the first African American director of the Federal Highway Administration and U.S. Secretary of Transportation under President Clinton. He grew up in Marianna and was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1997.
February is Black History Month. Lou Brock was an MLB player who changed the game by using the stolen base as an offensive weapon, and was the league's all-time stolen base leader until 1991. He was born in El Dorado and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2005.
The Arkansas Assoc. of Alternative Educators, Arkansas Department Of Education and Alternative Education Unit selected Tammy Bray for the “Judge Evans Award." Congratulations, Tammy! We're proud to have you with PCSSD!
February is Black History Month. Fatima Robinson is one of the most popular hip-hop and pop music choreographers in the world. Her work has been featured in music videos and movies. Robinson was born in Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black hall of Fame in 2004.
February is Black History Month. Ozell Sutton was a leader in the civil rights movement and was present at Central High, the march at Selma, and with Martin Luther King Jr. when he was murdered. Sutton was born in Gould and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2001.
February is Black History Month. George Howard Jr. was the first African American to be appointed to the Supreme Court of Arkansas and numerous other Arkansas judicial posts. Howard was born in Pine Bluff and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1994.
Please talk to your student regarding Imagine Math. This is a new, interactive math program we are using in the math class as well as activity period.
As a reminder, students need to bring their fully charged Chromebooks to school each day.
February is Black History Month. Edith Jones was the first African American to graduate from the University of Arkansas Medical School. The Edith Irby Jones M.D. Health Care Center was named for her. She was born in Conway and inducted to the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2002
February is Black History Month. Debbye Turner Bell was crowned Miss America 1990. Bell grew up in Jonesboro and in 1998 was named a Distinguished Alumna of Arkansas State University. Bell was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1994.
February is Black History Month. Grover Evans was the first African American to swim on the U.S. Paralympic Team in Barcelona in 1992. He set five world records & won 69 national championships. Evans was born in Jonesboro & inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1996.
Congratulations to our November, December and January Student of the Month recipients! Students are nominated by and voted on by the faculty. We are proud of you!
Just a reminder that we do not accept deliveries for students. Thank you!
PCSSD is wishing everyone a very happy Valentine's Day
February is Black History Month. Lottie Lee Holt Shackelford became the first female mayor of Little Rock. In 1998, Shackelford founded the Women's Foundation of Arkansas. She was born in Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1993.
February is Black History Month. Robert McFerrin Sr. was the first African American to appear in an opera at the Metropolitan Opera house in New York City. McFerrin was born in Marianna and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1995.
Congratulations to our silver medal basketball team who participated in today's Special Olympics competition. We are Stinger proud!
February is Black History Month. Sidney Moncrief played basketball for University of Arkansas and led them to the Final Four in '78. He was a first round draft pick and five time All-Star. Moncrief was born in Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2001.
February is Black History Month. Granville Coggs was an original Tuskegee Airman. He attended Harvard and became the first African American staff physician at San Francisco's Kaiser Hospital. Coggs was born in Pine Bluff and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2001.
February is Black History Month. Johnnie Harrison Taylor was a singer known as the "Philosopher of Soul." His single "Disco Lady" was the first single to ever be certified platinum. Taylor was born in Crawfordsville, AR and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1999.
February is Black History Month. Hubert "Geese" Ausbie was a member of the Harlem Globetrotters basketball team and became known as the "Clown Prince of Basketball." Ausbie attended Philander Smith College and was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1995.
February is Black History Month. Daisy Gatson Bates was a mentor to the Little Rock Nine during Central High's desegregation. In 1957 the AP chose her as Woman of the Year in Education. Bates grew up in Huttig, AR and was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1993.
The Valentine’s dance has been rescheduled for Friday, February 28, from 6:30-8:30. Cost is $5 and students must have their ID. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Students should be completing the AMI assignments for today. All AMI assignments will be graded. Teachers have placed student led conference assignments in their Google classrooms.
Parent teacher conferences are Monday, Feb. 10, from 12:00-6:00. We will be using the student led format. Students need to come to the conferences and should bring their chrome books. We look forward to seeing you on Monday!
February is Black History Month. Art Porter Sr. was best known as a jazz musician and performed for President Clinton's two gubernatorial inaugurations and a presidential inaugural reception. Porter is from Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1994.
This is a reminder that schools will be closed on Monday, February 10 for parent teacher conferences. We'll see you (students) back in the classroom on Tuesday, February 11!
Due to a high percentage of student absences and the duration of these absences, Maumelle Middle and High schools as well as Robinson High school will have an AMI day tomorrow - Friday, February 7. These schools will be deep cleaned tomorrow to sanitize the building.
February is Black History Month. Andree Yvonne Layton Roaf was the first African American woman to serve on the Arkansas Supreme Court when she was appointed by Governor Jim Guy Tucker. Roaf moved to Pine Bluff as an adult and inducted to the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1996.
REMINDER! The Pulaski County Special School District science fair will be held *this* Friday, February 7 from 9am until 1 pm. Come visit us at UA-Little Rock and see all the projects from across our school district. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
February is Black History Month. Samuel Massie Jr. was a chemist and worked on the Manhattan Project during WWII. His research led to medications to treat malaria, meningitis and more. He was born in North Little Rock and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1998.
February is Black History Month. Vice Admiral Edward Moore Jr. was the highest ranking African American in the Navy at the time of his retirement. Moore's family moved to Little Rock while he was in high school. He was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1999.
School counselors help students in more ways than you realize. This week we celebrate them and the tremendous impact they have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career as a part of National School Counseling Week.
Congratulations to our science fair winners!
February is American Heart Month. Help raise awareness for heart disease by participating in "Wear Red Day" this Friday (Feb. 7). Together we are empowering women to beat heart disease and stroke, giving them more time to do amazing things.
Registration is now open for students *RETURNING* to PCSSD for the 2020-2021 school year. Registration can be done online through the registration portal: https://pcssd-cas.hosted.src-solutions.com/cas_PulaskiCountySSD/login
February is Black History Month. John Harold Johnson built Johnson Publishing Company, a publishing empire that launched Ebony and Jet magazines. He was born in Arkansas City and inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1993.
Happy Groundhog Day! Do you want 6 more weeks of winter?
February is Black History Month. Maya Angelou is a renowned bestselling author, poet, actor and performer. She lived in Stamps, AR for ten years with her grandmothers. She was inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 1993.
In honor of Black History Month, every day in February we'll recognize a great leader in African American history. We'll highlight someone new each morning.
Though school board appreciation month is ending, we're always thankful for the work of our school board members. Your dedication and hard work for our students is evident every day! THANK YOU!
Congratulations to PCSSD athletic director, Danny Ebbs, on his selection to be placed into the Arkansas Activities Association Arkansas High School Coaches Association Hall of Fame. What an honor! Congrats, Danny! http://ow.ly/IFMA50y45kT
Eli Keller has two kids who both attend PCSSD schools. His fiancée, Mary, has 3 kids. When he's not chasing around the kids, Eli volunteers for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Arkansas.
Happy 100 days of school to our students and teachers! Cheers to an awesome school year so far! Schools across PCSSD are participating in fun, unique ways. We'll have pictures from all our schools over on our Facebook page.
Alicia Gillen, board secretary, has 3 children - Shayla Dixon 22, Nicole Gillen 13, Julia Gillen 12. She also has a dog named Maggie who is 15. In her spare time, she enjoys antiquing, traveling and cooking.
Maumelle Middle School is its annual SHOWCASE night on Tuesday, January 28. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the school. Come ask questions, take a tour and learn about what it's like to be a Maumelle Stinger!
Are you new to Maumelle? Are you thinking about transferring to Maumelle Middle School? Join us next Tuesday, January 28, for a new student recruitment night from 6:30-8:00pm. You will be able to meet teachers and administrators, have your questions answered and take a tour.
Join us for our 2nd nine weeks/1st semester honor roll assembly. Students who had all "A's" or all "A's and B's" for 2nd nine weeks and/or 1st semester will be recognized. The assembly will be tonight starting at 6:00pm in the MMS cafeteria.
What a fun day!
Today, we welcomed our future Stingers with our fine arts showcase. 5th grade students learned about middle school, went on a tour of the building, had lunch in the cafeteria, met the counselors and administrators and participated in instrument testing for band.
We look forward to seeing you in August!
Shelby Thoma and his wife, Leigh, have been married 25 years and 4 children: Simone-24, Nathan-23, Amelia- 20, and Novi-3. His favorite hobby is running and he also enjoys spending time with his youth group.
Thank you for your patience regarding yesterday's dismissal. If you did not receive the communication, please update your contact information with Ms. Lamb. Her email is mlamb@pcssd.org; or, stop by MMS to complete the paperwork. This can not be done over the phone.
We do have school today.
Brian Maune and his wife, Jennifer, have been married nearly 14 years. They have 5 kids and another due in May! Brian's hobbies include family travel and outdoors activities like hunting, fishing and camping.
Maumelle Middle and Maumelle High schools recently lost power due to an outage in the area. Both schools will dismiss at 1:30 pm today. Buses will depart the schools at 1:30pm; car riders can be picked up at this time as well.
Join us for our 2nd nine weeks/1st semester honor roll assembly. Students who had all "A's" or all "A's and B's" for 2nd nine weeks and/or 1st semester will be recognized. The assembly will be Tuesday, Jan. 21, starting at 6:00pm in the MMS cafeteria.
If you would like to send your child to PCSSD, registration is now open for the 2020-2021 school year! All the registration info can be found online at http://ow.ly/430u50xUd8h or by visiting your school's registrar's office.
We will have our 1st Fine Art Showcase for all incoming 6th grade students (current 5th graders) this Friday, Jan. 17. Students will have an opportunity to take a campus tour, attend sessions regarding band, choir art and the counseling office. We look forward to this event!
Tina Renee Ward has two daughters, Ti'Naya and Daraleisha, and two grandkids, Kobe and August. Her hobbies include singing, dancing, road trips and bargain shopping!
Flu season is far from over. Don't forget to wash your hands regularly, keep your lunchbox and backpack clean and maintain overall healthy habits. Let's stay healthy and ready to learn this semester!
Dr. Linda Remele has been married to her husband, Steve, for 22 years She has one son, Jonathan, and a stepson, Brent, as well as 2 grandchildren and 4 rescue cats. Dr. Remele loves to volunteer and travel outside the U.S. She also loves to read, particularly travel novels.
Mandatory parent meeting (two dates) for anyone interested in trying out for cheer, pep or dance squads. https://mms.pcssd.org/article/174810?org=maumelle-middle-school
We had a great time prepping for second semester today with our fellow Maumelle feeder schools! Congrats to Lisa Counts, Maumelle Middle Math Teacher who was the winner of the Heads or Tails Game!
School choice is officially open for PCSSD. Applications will be accepted at Central Office (925 E. Dixon Road), Monday - Friday between 8:30 am - 4:00pm. Stop by to fill out your application before spots fill up!
Just a reminder, there is no school tomorrow (Monday, January 6)! We're closed for professional development. See you on Tuesday!
CHALLENGE DAY 12: Have your child complete the following sentence "I would or would not recommend this book because..." and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 11: Post what your child thinks will happen to Ocean and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 10: Post your child's favorite quote from the book and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 9: Have your student complete the following sentence "This character reminds me of _____ because..." and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 8: Send questions to the author via Instagram by tagging her at @authorcelia and #CeliaAnderson. Also tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 7: Have students complete the following sentence "If it was me I would have..." and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 6: Post something from the book that your child could not believe happened, and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 5: Post something from the book that made your child smile and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 4: Post something from the book that made your child sad and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 3: Post something in the book that made your child laugh and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 2: Post who your child's favorite character and why, and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
CHALLENGE DAY 1: Post a picture of students reading their challenge book and tag Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD on Facebook and @maumellemsllc on Instagram. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate!
Maumelle Middle School families! Don't forget that the reading challenge continues over Christmas break! Each morning of the break we will set forth a specific challenge and ask parents/students to tag the Maumelle Middle School - PCSSD Facebook page and @maumellemsllc Instagram page. Use the hashtags: #LoveOcean #CeliaAnderson #ReadingStingers. Students will earn 5 PBIS points for each day they participate.
We are wishing all of our PCSSD family and staff a wonderful winter break! Teachers will return Jan. 6 for Professional Development. Students return to school Jan. 7.
Words cannot express our gratitude to those who made donations to clear lunch debt at some of our schools. So far, we've received more than $10,000 in donations for schools across PCSSD.
UALR is hosting a Community Night of Coding Monday (Dec. 9) from 5-8pm in the EIT building. There will be workshops and demos, Hour of Code activities for all ages, computer science hands-on demos and more! Register here: http://ow.ly/jkGC50xtGPE
Pulaski County Special School District wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving!
REMINDER: Schools are closed this week for Fall Break! Enjoy the week off. District office will be closed Thursday and Friday. See you all back in the classroom next week!
Skills and drills tryouts for 6th grade will be Monday, Nov. 25, and Tuesday, Nov. 26, from 10:00 - 12:00 at MMS. Parents must pick up their student at 12:00. This is open to all MMS 6th grade students.
Several PCSSD teacher librarians attended the American Association of School Librarians Conference in Louisville, KY. They learned how to create diverse collections, build collaborative partnerships and develop innovative teaching practices.
The cookie dough is here! Please come to the school today between 4 and 6 pm to pick up your orders. Pick up will be at the choir room. You can park in the teachers' parking lot and enter the building through the band room for your convenience. Thank you for your support.
Congratulations to our EAST students who have been awarded a $500 Digital Media Production Tools Grant from Arkansas Online Media Initiatives in partnership with the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education to purchase a new HD camcorder! Way to go!
Dear Parents,
The cookie dough pick up today is cancelled. The cookie dough for the MMS Choir fundraiser was not delivered today as scheduled. It is to be delivered tommorow. Pick up time for orders will 4-6 pm. Please watch all of our outlets for updates.
This is American Education Week and the National Education Association today promotes parental involvement, including reading to children, checking homework, asking about their school day and developing a relationship with teachers. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence #AEW2019
Volunteer hours are due by Friday, Nov. 22. Please make sure to fill out your hours in the Volunteer Reporting Form: http://ow.ly/NkV350xeZPO
REMINDER: schools will be closed next week (Nov. 25 - Nov. 29) for Fall Break. Central office will be only be closed Thursday (Nov. 28) and Friday (Nov. 29).
This is American Education Week and today we kick off the week to honor our education community members who are each critical in building great public schools in Pulaski County! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence #AEW2019
November is Child Safety and Protection Month. The National Safety Council and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration encourage teen drivers to put down their cell phones, slow down and wear a seatbelt.
Drama Kids International (DKI) is now taking applications for the spring. DKI is for teens who want to expand their skills in acting, public speaking and performing. Classes are held after school each week. For more information visit www.dramakids.com/AR1 or call 501-420-4024.
Thank you, veterans, for your service.
Today is National Book Lovers Day! Check out the Maumelle feeder Teacher Librarians' favorite books. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
PCSSD schools held grand re-openings on Tuesday to change the name of our school Media Centers to Library Learning Centers. Check out all the cool pictures of the new looks: http://ow.ly/jMbY50x3awq
MMS officially renamed the media center to the Library Learning Center! Community members who were present were: Dr. McNulty, superintendent of PCSSD, school board member Alicia Gillen, Lavonne Juhl - PTSO president, Janet Clements - Farmers Insurance Agency of Maumelle, Mr. Burgess -principal, Ms. Matthews - Teacher Librarian and members of the MMS book club.
November is Child Safety and Protection Month. Did you know more than 200,000 playground-related injuries happen each year in the US? Keep a close eye on children to ensure they are using equipment properly and it is age appropriate.
Congratulations to our Life Skills students for bringing home numerous ribbons and medals from the Special Olympic bowling event today! Way to go Stingers!
REMINDER: Schools are closed Wednesday - Friday for teacher and leadership professional development. See you Monday, Nov. 4!
The MMS 1st Quarter Honor Roll Celebration will be Tuesday evening, Nov. 5th at 6 pm. A reception will follow the ceremony. Please make plans to attend.
School is ending today at the regularly scheduled time. No change.
Tomorrow it's our first PBIS event of the year, the Tug-O-War tournament! Participating students only are allowed to wear athletic shorts of appropriate length on tommorow. The concession stand will be open as well during this time. It's going to be a lot of fun. We plan to dismiss the students at 2:30. Parent chaperones are welcomed! See you there!
6th Grade Basketball Skills and Drills will be tomorrow from 9:00-11:00 am in the MMS gym. Students must have a current physical.
Don't forget that students get a little fall break NEXT week. Schools are closed Wednesday (Oct. 30) - Friday (Nov. 1) for districtwide professional development. You can find all district events on the website: https://www.pcssd.org/o/pcssd/events
Just a reminder that when you are picking up your child after school, you need to use the car lane. No student is to be picked up at the gym end or in the teacher's parking lot. We do not have supervision in these areas and this may be a safety issue. Thank you for your help!
Today was tie dye day for HOCO and Red Ribbon Week! Let's show our grade level colors tomorrow! 6th grade - White 7th grade - Red 8th grade - Black
Today was pajama day for HOCO and Red Ribbon Week! Don't forget to wear your tie dye tomorrow!
The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education, formerly ADE, is seeking feedback regarding the social studies academic standards. The deadline to complete the survey is Nov. 1, 2019.
Parent Survey: https://forms.gle/Ksivbf3BYZGfhX3LA
Red ribbon week and homecoming week started yesterday with Hawaiian day.
The 1st day of Homecoming 2019 went great! Tommorow is "Pajama Day". Show your school spirit but remember student dress must always be school appropriate and "house shoes" are not allowed. Wear your PJ's and show your Stinger Spirit! Don't forget, it's also Red Ribbon Week. Wear your red ribbon with pride as a sign of your commitment to a drug free life style. Go Stingers!
This week is National School Bus Safety Week. The school bus ride is an extension of the school day and PCSSD schools is committed to providing a safe transportation experience for all students across the district.
Purchase your PTSO Fall Shirt through Tuesday, Oct. 22nd. A google order form was sent by email to students and parents and is posted on the MMS PTSO Facebook page for you to place your order. All funds raised are used to support student incentives and other student activities.
The annual fall dance is this Friday, Oct. 25, from 6:30-8:30pm in the cafeteria. The theme is Glow in the Dark. Admission is $5 and students must have their MMS Student ID. There will be glow items for sale and a concession stand.
The rain will pass! Do allow it to put a damper your school spirit! It's Homecoming at Maumelle Middle and we are also celebrating Red Ribbon Week. Check the website and Facebook for the events of the week. Today's theme is dress Hawaiian. Come join in the fun, Go Stingers!
Good evening all! Please be informed that our students cannot be dropped off at the Maumelle High homecoming football game. Parents must attend with their student. This is a precautionary measure in anticipation of a large crowd tonight. Thank you for your cooperation.
**ATTENTION** Phones are down at several PCSSD schools and admin offices. Our IT department is working with Windstream to resolve the issue. You track the outage here: https://downdetector.com/status/windstream/map/
In honor of World Dyslexia Day, Mr. Burgess and Ms. DeVun are wearing red.
Dyslexia is brain-based issue that makes it hard to learn to read accurately and fluently. And, a lifelong condition. Kids don’t outgrow dyslexia, but with the right support, key skills can improve.
Some of the student work that has made it on "The Gallery" board in Ms. Sawrie's classroom. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Every PCSSD staff member is encouraged to wear red on Tuesday, October 15 in honor of World Dyslexia Day.
Affected 8th grade Parents, please check your HAC account for a message from me related to your student's status in their Science class. A parent meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 14th @5pm in the media center.
8th grade Recognition Ads are now on sale through www.jostens.com
Select the size, pictures, and layout to what you want for your student!! Prices are on the site!!
On sale now through 11/15/19
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. The National Bullying Prevention Center provides a "Kids Against Bullying" pledge encouraging kids to speak up against bullying, support those being bullied & to be a friend when they see bullying. http://ow.ly/snaM50wEVmm
Homecoming Week and Red Ribbon Week will be October 21 - October 25!
Monday - Hawaiian Day
Tuesday - Pajama Day (you MUST be in dress code and no houseshoes!)
Wednesday - Tie Dye
Thursday - Class Colors (6th grade - white, 7th grade - red, 8th grade - black)
Friday - Red Out
Our AVID science students are hard at work! They are collaborating, annotating, organizing information in Venn diagrams and much more. Students present to each other in order to share what they have learned.
Faculty Meeting tomorrow 4:15- 5:15. PTSO mtg 6pm. Make plans to attend. PTSO dues are $5 for the year. Let's show our engagement by becoming 100% financial with the organization. I will be providing the refreshments for the meeting.
If your student is interested in trying out for the MMS archery team, there is a required informational parent meeting Tuesday, October 15 at 6:00pm in the Maumelle Middle School Media Center.
Yearbooks and ads for 8th graders are now ON SALE! See the ad pages for sizes and prices. Yearbooks are now on sale through www.jostens.com. Don't miss your opportunity to purchase this year's yearbook!
The calendar can now be found in EVENTS. Important district-wide dates will be posted on the PCSSD website. School-specific dates will be posted on their respective school websites. You can view the "At-A-Glance" calendar here: https://5il.co/amrb
7th and 8th grade girls basketball tryouts are Thursday, October 10 from 4:00-5:30 pm in the MMS gym. Students must have a current physical in order to participate in tryouts. See Coach Casey or Coach Anderson for more information.
School picture day is Friday, October 11. Your child should have brought the packet home on Tuesday.
We’re thrilled to announce Pulaski County Special School District‘s new app! It’s everything PCSSD, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2IcfiP3 or iPhone: https://apple.co/30qo7uT.
Congratulations to the 2019-2020 homecoming court!
7th grade: Kina B., Rain K., Rachel H. and Nicole G.
8th grade: Payton A., Chloe B., Remi K., Madison B. and Caroline W.
The homecoming queen will be announced during the pep rally on Thursday, October 24 at MMS.
Maumelle Middle administrators are rocking their college alumni colors today.
The stringers fought hard but fell short to the bruins 28-26 better luck next time. #GOSTRINGERS
Come support the Maumelle Middle School football team as we take on the Pulaski Academy Bruins.