💙💛 March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day! 💙💛
Today, we celebrate inclusion, acceptance, and the amazing contributions of individuals with Down syndrome. Let’s raise awareness, break stereotypes, and embrace the beauty of diversity!
Rock your crazy socks today to show your support and start conversations about inclusion! Share a photo and tag us! @ SCSCoop, @South Central Coop
Together, we can create a world where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered. 💙
The 8-day Cognitive Coaching Foundation Seminar Certification provides participants with the tools to foster self-directedness, resourcefulness, and reflective thinking within students, teachers, and administrators.
🚨Missed the start? You can still catch up!
Make-up sessions are available:
✅ Days 1 & 2 → May 27-28
✅ Days 3 & 4 → June 19-20
✅ Days 5 & 6 → July 7-8
✅Days 7 & 8 → August 4-5
🔹 Want to join a future session? Reach out to learn more!
Did you know that the South Central Co-op offers a licensure pathway in-house? ArPEP is a two-year alternative route to earning your teaching license. You'll work while you train - and earn the starting teacher salary of $50,000! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
Zephonia Avant, SCSC Local Lead, explains to districts about how they can incorporate partnerships into their Ar App Workbooks during our March training.
#yourBESTsolution
#weARsouthcentral
REMINDER! Looking for a fresh and unique approach to bring new strategies to your classroom? Find out how you can apply to be part of the Arkansas A+ Institute at SCSC. Educators receive FREE supplies for thier classrooms as a part of this training, and it is open to all grade levels and content areas. Join us for two informational Zoom Meetings.
March 19th at 4:00
Registration for Zoom: https://scscoop-org.zoom.us/.../26RSANS3Q-u5-VKGRC-usQ
April 1st at 4:00
Registration for Zoom: https://scscoop-org.zoom.us/.../spmSfzbkSi23HeAj26xSDg
Please welcome Caitlyn McDonald to the SCSC Print Shop! I am stepping down from my role in the Print Shop to begin a new chapter in the Early Childhood Department. I have loved all of my customers and my time growing the Print Shop in the last 7 years. I'm proud to pass it on to Caitlyn and I know that you are going to LOVE her!
I will be forwarding all emails to Caitlyn and you can reach her at caitlyn.mcdonald@scscoop.org or by phone at 870-836-1627.
Thank you all for a great 7 years! - Lauren Elmore
The UAMS/Department of Family and Preventive Medicine is currently recruiting a Research Associate (RA) to support a collaborative systems-change initiative to increase access to early childhood mental health services in Arkansas. This RA will support a collaborative grant, working with partners including UAMS, Excel by Eight, the Department of Human Services, and more. The RA will assist with information gathering to determine the interest in and feasibility of new provider types offering parent-child mental health services in identified areas and new settings and to inform financial and policy development needs. They will provide implementation support to pilot sites implementing early childhood mental health services and gather feedback and evaluation data to support sustainability.
Please share this exciting opportunity with colleagues in your network who are interested in mental health, public policy, health financing, and/or program evaluation. Questions can be directed to Alecia Hamilton at AHamilton@uams.edu.
It’s #STEMWeek!
March 15-23, 2025
Let’s celebrate the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math to inspire curiosity, creativity, and innovation! From hands-on experiments to coding challenges, STEM learning helps students become problem-solvers and future leaders.
Join the fun by exploring STEM activities, recognizing amazing STEM careers, and encouraging young minds to dream big! What’s your favorite STEM activity? Share below!
Earn your teaching license with ArPEP! We're looking for teachers on permits and waivers, long-term subs and career changers who want to become licensed teachers! Get in touch with us today: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
Local early childhood educators Fell in Love with Reading all over again during the Arkansas Children's Week Workshop 2025! This year's focus reminds us of the meaningful interactions and JOY that reading with children can foster. Lots of smiles, warm feelings, and laughter tonight as we explored children's literature with our regional Astate CHS training specialists, Michelle and Lori! 💕 A special thank you to SCSC's Mrs. Karen Lutman for making the event extra special, behind the scenes. The ACW event will be held in Magnolia, March 20th.
Thank you Standard Lithium on the industry tour and your partnership with area schools and LiTHIUMLEARNS. #weARsouthcentral #yourBESTsolution
🗣️ We are accepting applications for our preschool programs!
🖤 Hampton
💛 Harmony Grove
💙 Parkers Chapel
💜 Retta Brown
🩵 SAU Tech
Apply NOW! : https://scsc1985.my.canva.site/scsc-abc-preschool
📣LISTEN UP! We want YOU to apply to join our team! 📣
We are hiring a Teacher Center Coordinator!
Apply now at: https://www.scscoop.org/page/application-for-employment
Job Description Here: https://shorturl.at/FF9sD
Please share!!
SCSC Local Leads celebrated Read Across America and Dr. Seuss's birthday by sharing books in the community. We visited story time at Jacob's Well Coffee and Bakery, delivered books to local health care centers, providers, and even a laundromat. We love our providers and community. Creating caring communities that value children with you!
ArPEP prepares you to be a "day-1" ready teacher! Join us this summer for Summer Academy and earn your provisional license. ArPEP is a 2-year program and we'll support you each step of the way. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
📣Join our team! We are hiring a Teacher Center Coordinator!📣
Apply now at: https://www.scscoop.org/page/application-for-employment
Happy Read Across America Day!
Today, we celebrate the joy of reading and the power of books to inspire, educate, and transport us to new worlds! Whether it’s a classic story, a fun adventure, or a nonfiction favorite, every book opens the door to endless possibilities.
Grab a book, share a story, and encourage a love of reading in the hearts of young minds. What’s your favorite book to read aloud? Drop it in the comments!
Long-term subs! Join ArPEP and become a licensed teacher WHILE YOU WORK! Connect with us to learn more about the eligibility requirements and next steps: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
SAU TECH ABC Little Rocket's had a visit from the Tooth Fairy and Mrs. Rhonda today to learn about Dental Health. We enjoyed your visit. Thank you so much from the Little Rockets and Mrs. Higgs
Girl Power Goes State will host its State Contest on Wednesday, Feb 26 at Saline County Career Center in Benton. Over 500 girls from across the state have participated in demonstrating CNC manufacturing at local contests at 10 Educational Cooperatives. The top 90 girls will be going head to head for the top prize. #yourBESTsolution #weARsouthcentral
