Welcome to the Learning Services web pages. This is an exciting time to be involved in education, specifically in Pulaski County Special School District’s (PCSSD) growing Learning Community. As Deputy Superintendent for Learning Services (LS) it is my privilege to lead the LS Team of 22 content and/or area Directors, Coordinators/Deans, and other supportive staff members. As professionals we are committed to educational integrity while focusing on teaching and learning at all levels-district, school, and individual classroom.
In serving the 38 plus Learning Academy District schools, Learning Services provides leadership, resources, and support to the PCSSD Learning Community for the purpose of increasing student achievement in an ever changing technological society. In support of this mission, Learning Services focuses on high expectations, rigorous curriculum, and collegial, collaborative learning through ongoing professional development while fostering parent, extended family, and community involvement. This support can be seen in three overarching areas: curriculum development, professional development, and “hands on” school involvement.
On the Learning Services pages, you will find information detailing the work that illustrates our commitment to and support of teaching and learning with an outcome of student achievement. Additionally, the work of Learning Services extends beyond the web pages and offices on Dixon Road as members of LS assist schools on site. The Learning Services Team of Directors and Coordinators/Deans can be seen in the local schools conducting Classroom Walk Through visits alongside principals; attending Professional Learning Community sessions; working with instructional coaches in analyzing summative and formative assessment data, responding to data by planning for best practices and individual interventions; attending department meetings; assisting with individual teacher needs and much more.
Should you have any questions about the Learning Services web pages and/or our mission, or if we can be of any other assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me or any one of the LS professionals.