Baker Elementary

🎉 Big shoutout to all our 3–5 Baker parents! 🎉

Our students have been present and on time each day of testing so far—thank you for your support at home! 🙌

We only have 8 students needing make-up testing, which is amazing! 💪

Our “Scoop There It Is” board is filling up fast, and we’ve got just TWO more days to go… let’s finish strong! 🍦✨

about 3 hours ago, Georgette Sierra

➡️ Read more: https://www.pcssd.org/article/2822042
PCSSD is officially a Purple Star School District! Last night, district and school leaders accepted the banner recognizing that every PCSSD school now meets the state’s highest standard for supporting military‑connected students. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 6 hours ago, PCSSD

A group of PCSSD leaders and school liaisons stand together indoors holding a large purple banner that reads “Purple Star School District.” Behind them is a wall with the Pulaski County Special School District seal. A quote from Terri Williams appears on the image, along with a button labeled “Find Out More.”

Surprise!!! The teachers “chalked the walk” to pump the students up for testing! Can’t wait to see the students on time, well rested, with positive attitudes, and with their chromebooks charged! Tomorrow is writing!

2 days ago, Georgette Sierra

ATLAS STARTS TOMORROW for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders!

2 days ago, Georgette Sierra

🎉 BINGO NIGHT + PTO MEETING 🎉
Join us Thursday, April 16th at Baker Cafeteria!

🕔 5:00–5:30 – Arrival & Dinner
🕠 5:30 – PTO Meeting
🎯 6:00 – Bingo Begins!

✨ FREE event for all Baker students
🎟️ Each child gets 5 Bingo cards
🍕 $5 meal deal available
🎁 Prizes + door prizes!

🏆 Top Prizes Include:
• Topgolf – $50
• Taziki’s – $25
• U.S. Pizza (Chenal) – $25
• Painted Pig – $100
• Purple Cow – $30

⚠️ Space is limited! RSVP by Tuesday, 4/14 using the QR code.

Don’t miss the fun—we can’t wait to see you there! 💙💛

2 days ago, Georgette Sierra

We have exciting news! Students can earn an excused absence for growing or scoring proficient (LEVEL 3 or 4) on ATLAS.

Remember ATLAS starts for 3-5 on Tuesday! Be sure your child gets to school on time!

6 days ago, Georgette Sierra

Let’s come together and show our school some love! 💙💛

Join us for a fun, family-friendly volunteer day as we work to make our campus shine!

📅 Saturday, April 11, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM

This is a great opportunity for students, parents, and staff to give back and make a difference together. Every helping hand counts!

Just bring yourself and a great attitude—we’ll take care of the rest! 🙌

Let’s roll up our sleeves and spread a little TLC to our school! 🌱

#BakerElementary #BroncoBunchPTO #BeautificationDay #CommunityStrong

6 days ago, Georgette Sierra

Yearbooks are on sale now for Baker Elementary! 📚✨
Don’t miss out on all the fun memories from this school year!

👉 Order here: https://www.balfour.com/arkansas/little-rock/baker-elementary-school?utm_campaign=as-npt117206356

Also, yearbook ads are available if you want to give your child a special shoutout! 💙
Perfect for birthdays, 5th graders, or just a sweet message!

Spots are limited, so don’t wait! 🎉

9 days ago, Georgette Sierra

Baker ATLAS Testing Schedule and Incentive

9 days ago, Georgette Sierra

5th-grader Shriyan Bhattacharrya earned 2nd place in the Elementary division at the 12th Annual STEM Fest with his impressive Battery-Powered Fan Car project on Friday. ⚙️🚗💨

He even received his award from retired NASA astronaut and Foale Aerospace CEO, Dr. Michael Foale — an unforgettable moment for a young engineer on the rise. 🚀

Way to go, Shriyan! Your creativity, curiosity, and hard work make us proud. #PCSSDproud #BestInTheWest 🐴

9 days ago, PCSSD

Two people stand in front of a backdrop covered with “LISA Academy” logos. On the left is retired NASA astronaut Dr. Michael Foale wearing a blue NASA jacket. On the right is 5th grader Shriyan Bhattacharrya holding a boxed Helium 80/600 astronomical telescope. Shriyan is wearing an Arkansas STEM Festival shirt and smiling after receiving his award.

📖 What a wonderful way to start the day at Baker Elementary! 🐴

📚 Our Pre-K students had a special visit from guest reader Dr. Laurel “Laurie” Tait, Zone 7 PCSSD School Board member. The kids loved listening, learning, and laughing along to How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night? and I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared.

💙 Experiences like this help build a strong foundation for lifelong literacy. Thank you, Dr. Tait, for your time, your leadership, and your dedication to our students #BakerBroncos #ReadAloud #EarlyLiteracy #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

16 days ago, PCSSD

Dr. Laurel Tait actively engages the Pre-K students while reading "How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?". She is holding the book open to show the children a colorful illustration of a large green dinosaur in a bedroom.

A wide shot of Dr. Laurel Tait sitting in a chair at the front of a Baker Elementary classroom, reading a picture book to a diverse group of Pre-K students who are sitting attentively on a colorful alphabet and number rug.

A close-up of Dr. Laurel Tait wearing a white floral shirt and a yellow visitor pass. She is smiling and pointing to an illustration of a bear while reading the book "I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared" to the students seated in front of her.

BAKER ATLAS TESTING DATES & INCENTIVES

16 days ago, Georgette Sierra

🌡️ Help Us Keep Students Healthy! 🤧
As we head into Spring Break, please review these guidelines on when to keep your child home from school.

According to the latest Viral Respiratory Diseases Report from the Arkansas Department of Health, public schools saw an average absenteeism rate of 8.2% last week. Following these guidelines helps keep our classrooms healthy and learning strong.

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

Informational poster from PCSSD titled “When Should I Keep My Child Home from School?” Lists symptoms and conditions that warrant keeping a child home, including fever, vomiting, persistent cough, sore throat, rash, pink eye, and contagious illnesses like flu or COVID-19. Also outlines criteria for returning to school, such as being symptom-free for 24 hours and feeling well enough to participate. Includes a reminder to notify the school of any contagious diagnoses and references page 52 of the PCSSD Student Handbook for more details. Poster features bold headings, icons, and a clean layout for clarity.

The Pulaski County Special School District Health Center is open and ready to serve you with unmatched convenience. Mainline Health partners offer comprehensive care for both students and staff:
🩺 Primary Care: Quick, easy access for physicals, sick visits, chronic care management, immunizations, and general wellness.
🧠 Behavioral Health: Confidential, on-site support for your mental health needs.
👇 Watch this video to see hours, services, and book your visit today using the link in the video description:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgcFuUsvj5M
#PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

🎓 AVID Wednesday Spotlight: WICOR in Action! ✏️📚

The foundation of AVID techniques is the WICOR framework — Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading — and it was on full display at Sylvan Hills High School.

In Mrs. Bridges’ history class, students explored industrialization and its impact on countries worldwide. After reading about the topic in class, they dug deeper through research, organized their findings into visual models, collaborated on large‑scale posters, and used inquiry to understand how global events shaped the modern world.

👕 Don’t forget to wear your college or career shirt tomorrow and celebrate the strategies that help our scholars think critically and dream big.

#AVID #WICOR #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

Student writing on a piece of paper on the ground

Student writing on a piece of paper on the ground as she researches from a laptop. Other students are researching behind her.

Students putting their desks together to research on laptops and write on a large paper.

Student writing on a piece of paper on the ground as she researches from a laptop. Another students is researching beside her.

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

It’s National School Breakfast Week, and you don't have to try green eggs and ham like Mrs. Neal's class. 🍳 Breakfast is FREE for every single student in PCSSD starting this school year!

According to the School Nutrition Association, students who eat breakfast are more likely to:
📈 Reach higher achievement levels in reading and math
📝 Score higher on standardized tests
🎯 Have better concentration and memory
🏃‍♂️ Maintain a healthy weight and stay alert

We are proud to fuel our students' minds and bodies! Way to go, Mrs. Neal and Sherwood Elementary, for this fun memory. #PCSSDProud #ServeAll #NationalSchoolBreakfastWeek #ReadAcrossAmerica

about 1 month ago, PCSSD

A student in a green t-shirt takes a bite of green scrambled eggs from a white plate that also holds a slice of ham.

A white paper plate on a wooden desk contains a serving of bright green scrambled eggs and two slices of ham, served with a teal plastic fork.

A smiling student in a maroon dress sits at her desk, holding a teal fork with a bite of ham as she prepares to eat.

A teacher smiles while holding a stack of Dr. Seuss books, including The Cat in the Hat, Fox in Socks, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish, and Green Eggs and Ham.

A young student in a white hoodie sits at a desk, looking down at a plate of green eggs and ham with a hand over her mouth, appearing amused or surprised.

The Spring Book Fair is coming to the Baker Media Center March 2–6! Sign up today to volunteer!

Create an eWallet or preview the fair using the link below. Volunteer info will be shared soon.

Thanks for supporting our Book Fair!

about 2 months ago, Georgette Sierra

PCSSD is aware of the concerns being raised by Lifetouch. PCSSD had an agreement in place prior to all of this new information being released, and the process for providing all school photos had already begun. PCSSD is currently reviewing for potential changes with the agreement, and the district will be considering other options for the next school year.

about 2 months ago, PCSSD

about 2 months ago, Georgette Sierra