This February, we honor the achievements, resilience, and contributions of Black individuals throughout history. From arts to science, civil rights to culture, their legacies continue to inspire and shape our world. Learn the stories. Share the history. Celebrate the culture.
Retta Brown Prek 100th Day of School
Teachers earn $50,000 starting salary! Earn your teaching license and begin your teaching journey in Southeast Arkansas. We will support you throughout the two-year ArPEP program! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
In Arkansas, Holocaust Education Week is observed annually during the last full week of January. For the 2024–2025 school year, it is scheduled from January 27 to January 31, 2025. This observance is in accordance with Arkansas Code § 6-16-154, which mandates Holocaust education for all public school students in grades 5 through 12.
The Arkansas Department of Education provides materials and resources to support educators during this week. The commissioners memo is linked here: https://adecm.ade.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?Id=5691
Observing Holocaust Education Week provides an opportunity for students and the community to learn about the historical significance of the Holocaust, reflect on its lessons, and promote tolerance and human dignity.
The Arkansas Retired Teachers Association is now accepting applications for the Parsons-Burnett and Mitchell-Fair Grants.
Parsons-Burnett Grant – Awarded to a licensed public-school educator in a certified position for the purpose of furthering their own education
Mitchell- Fair Grant – awarded to a public-school employee in a classified position who is working towards becoming a licensed educator
Complete guidelines for eligibility and completing an application are attached and are also located at www.artanow.com/grants. Applications must be submitted online between January 15 and March 31 of each year. Awards in the amount of $2,000 will be made in late spring.
You may be eligible to enroll in the ArPEP program to earn your teaching license without having to take the Praxis exam! If you have a degree in your content area or 18+ credit hours and a 3.0 GPA, you do not have to take the Praxis test to enroll! Connect with us to learn more: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
*Elementary teachers must take the Praxis exam
Learning with Loose Parts is filling up! However, there is still time to register for the Learning with Loose Parts event! Join us on January 30 at 6 pm on the campus of South Central Service Coop in Camden. Let's give a warm South Arkansas welcome to Marcy White and her team! Early Childhood Providers: Please register @ https://bit.ly/LLPCamden25
Thinking about your plans for the summer? Consider earning your teachingl license through the ArPEP program. Participate in a two-week training and earn your provisional license for the start of the school year. We'll provide Praxis prep, 1:1 coaching and support and a cost-of-living stipend for all first year participants. Connect with us to learn more: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
Join Darlene Kirkpatrick, NBCT, ADE, & Haley Jones, NBCT, Jonesboro School District, to learn how you can be a part of this invaluable professional development program.
Feb 10, 2025 @ 4-4:30 PM
zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86459543021?pwd=YW2XQqzHMqiHxkr0oEjqowbWiYbWfa.1#success
Teachers earn $50,000 starting salary! Earn your teaching license and begin your teaching journey in Southeast Arkansas. We will support you throughout the two-year ArPEP program! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
Are you wondering about the ArPEP program? Hear from teachers in Great Rivers who have completed the ArPEP program to learn about their experiences.
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A heartfelt THANK YOU to the amazing school board members from the South Central Service Cooperative area! Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to our schools, students, and educators make a world of difference.
Your hard work ensures safe, nurturing environments where students can thrive and educators can inspire. We’re grateful for your vision and tireless efforts to shape the future of education in our communities.
UPDATE:
Due to the expectation of winter weather, the Learning with Loose Parts event has been postponed till January 30th!
There is still time to register for the Learning with Loose Parts event! The event has been postponed to January 30, 6 pm. Early Childhood Providers: Please register @ https://bit.ly/LLPCamden25
We are excited to welcome Marcy White and her team to Camden!
Thursday, January 9, 6 pm @ South Central Service Coop. Early Childhood Providers: Join us for Learning with Loose Parts. 🎉🎉🎉 Please register @ https://bit.ly/LLPCamden25
Happy New Year from all of us at South Central Coop! As we step into a new year, we want to express our gratitude for your continued support. May 2025 bring you success, happiness, and endless opportunities. Here's to a bright and prosperous year ahead for all. Cheers to new beginnings! 🎉✨
From all of us at South Central Coop, we wish you a season filled with joy, love, and laughter. May your holidays be bright and your new year be full of hope and prosperity. Thank you for being a part of our community – we look forward to serving you in the year ahead. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄✨
South Central Coop will be closed for the Christmas holidays from December 23rd through January 3rd. We will reopen on January 6th. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
We are excited to congratulate Faye Dismuke, Ouachita Child Enrichment ABC Coordinator, on her completion of the CLASS PreK Observer certification program. We are thankful for committed program directors supporting teachers as they provide quality interactions for children in their care. The CLASS Observation Tool is currently in the first pilot phase for Arkansas early childhood programs. Additional programs are invited to participate in phase two. To learn more about CLASS and Arkansas, visit: https://sites.google.com/dawsonesc.com/oec-class/home If you are interested in becoming a CLASS Observer, contact Zephonia zephonia.avant@scscoop.org
Let's welcome Marcy White and her team to Camden!
📌📌📌Early Childhood/PreK providers, put a pin in this date: Thursday, January 9, 6 pm! Join us for Learning with Loose Parts. 🎉🎉🎉https://bit.ly/LLPCamden25
ArPEP Summer Training Academy dates are set! Will you be joining us?
