Mills Middle School - PCSSD

Please take a moment to review the district dress code and clear/mesh backpack policy so your student is ready for August 10: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school

The Smart Tech Chromebook insurance portal is now open for the 2026–27 school year. Families can purchase coverage anytime between now and October 6, 2026.

Coverage includes accidental damage, liquid damage, loss, and theft, with $0 deductible and unlimited claims (police report required for loss/theft claims).
Policy cost: $25, valid through June 30, 2027.

English & Spanish portals:
www.smarttechins.com/pulaski
www.smarttechins.com/pulaskistaff

🚌 Check bus numbers, stop locations, and times on our Back to School page: https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school

We are excited to have a guest speaker for our first staff meeting this month!
August is off to an EXCELLENT start here at Mills Middle School!

Well look at us in our college tees!
We at Comet Nation do this every Wednesday to celebrate AVID College and Career Spirit Day!

Our teachers are hard at work preparing for an incredible school year!

Over the past few days, our staff has been fully engaged in lesson internalization, collaborating and planning to ensure every lesson is purposeful, engaging, and aligned to student success.

We were also honored to welcome some special guests!
Our School Champion, Dr. Bell, stopped by to encourage our team, reminding us that while this is a new school year, we are equipped, capable, and destined for greatness.

We also appreciated Dr. Freeman for taking the time to visit and reaffirm his commitment to supporting our staff and students throughout the year.

Together, we are building a strong foundation for success because we are One School, One Family, One Goal! 💛

👕 Not sure what to wear in the first week of school? Each Wednesday is easy! Pick a college or career shirt to join in on AVID Wednesday! 🩺
What is AVID? AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. It is an academic support program that prepares students for college eligibility and success. Last year, PCSSD AVID seniors earned $9M in scholarships!

🏫 Meet the school leaders who will help our students expect, believe and succeed this year!

Welcome these new and returning principals and assistant principals, as well as deans of students, for 2026-2027.

🔗 View the complete list: https://www.pcssd.org/article/3059037

PCSSD Announces School Leaders for 2026-2027 School Year PULASKI COUNTY, Ark. -- The Pulaski County Special School District welcomes new and returning sc...

We're off to an amazing start at Mills Middle School! 🎉

Our teachers dedicated three days to collaborating, planning, and internalizing lessons using our district curriculum and pacing guides.

By focusing on Lesson Internalization, we're preparing to deliver meaningful, high-quality instruction that sets every student up for success this school year.

Staff from across the district gathered Monday for convocation and the start of Back to School Week, reconnecting and setting a shared focus for the year ahead!

Superintendent Jeff Senn reiterated PCSSD's new motto, . He also encouraged educators to reflect on their PLC (Power, Legacy, and Completion) and the lasting difference they can make for students.