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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
PCSSD announces teacher and staff of the year winners
PULASKI COUNTY, Ark. – Officials with the Pulaski County Special School District announced its district-level teacher and staff of the year for the school year. District officials said schools nominated a teacher and a support staff employee. Otter Creek Elementary School teacher named 2025 Arkansas Fine Arts Teacher of the Year School officials recognized Catherine Ziller as the 2024-2025 PCSSD teacher of the year. Ziller is an eighth-grade English Language Arts teacher at Robinson Middle School. Ziller will move on to represent the district in the 2026 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Program, officials said. Arkadelphia Promise Scholarship program announces extension The district recognized Reid Altom as the 2024-2025 PCSSD support staff of the year. Altom is a speech language pathologist at Crystal Hill Elementary. To see the full list of nominees, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
North Little Rock School District releases statement, assurances on immigration and deportation
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The North Little Rock School District issued a statement on immigration and deportation on Tuesday. The statement clarifies the school district's support of all students and a safe and capable learning environment. The release continued that this support exists ' no matter their [student's] race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, or immigration status.' Pulaski County Special School District officials share message with families & staff regarding immigration, customs enforcement The statement, unsigned but on district letterhead, acknowledged that some families 'are experiencing some anxiety about immigration and deportation.' The district continued to outline four key points in assuring students and families: The NLRSD has zero tolerance for discrimination, including bullying, and will not permit 'anything' that harms the health and well-being of its students. Student information, including immigration status, will not be shared with anyone. The district added that it would comply with federal and state laws. The school buildings are safe spaces for students and families, and they are encouraged to be part of the school culture. Parents and students are encouraged to continue attending school, meetings with staff and teachers and events. The school district will support students and families but will not provide legal advice. The statement was available in both Spanish and English. Pulaski County Special School District released a similar statement on Monday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Pulaski County Special School District officials share message with families & staff regarding immigration, customs enforcement
PULASKI COUNTY, Ark. – The Pulaski County Special School District is reaching out to parents and staff regarding its policies as the federal government cracks down on immigration. District officials shared a letter on Monday with parents and staff clarifying PCSSD policies on customs and immigration enforcement. 'We value our students from different backgrounds and we believe that all students should be able to learn without being afraid,' the district stated. 'We are united in our responsibility to protect the rights, dignity, and safety of every child.' ICE arrests 956 Sunday as nationwide raids continue PCSSD officials stated that the district will follow school safety protocols, district policy and state & federal laws, which they said provide guidance on who is allowed to contact students during the school day. The district stated they, 'do not allow people to enter our school buildings without permission and proper clearance.' Officials said the district is also required by federal law to limit who has access to student documents due to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. The district cites the Supreme Court's ruling in the Plyler v. Doe case, which they note states that a school district can't deny any educational rights to any student, regardless of immigration status. The letter comes amid a nationwide crackdown on immigration law enforcement by the administration of President Donald Trump. Schools around the US are weighing responses to possible immigration raids According to the Associated Press, the administration threw out policies preventing officers enforcing immigration laws from making arrests in sensitive locations like schools or churches. 'In times of uncertainty, it is more important than ever to lean on the strength of PCSSD,' district officials said. 'Together, we can ensure out students feel supported by the District and school community that upholds hope, dignity, and compassion for all.' The full letter can be read by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
