South Central Service Cooperative

Early educators! There is still time to register!

Are you interested in becoming an Arkansas Educator? You can join the Ar PEP late Cohort in September, and then become a part of our group at South Central Co-op. All September dates are mandatory.
You must have:
-Bachelor's Degree
-passed Praxis Score
-pass a background check
Click here to apply at the DESE website:
https://aels.ade.arkansas.gov/AELS/Account/NewApplicant.aspx?type=ArPEP
Contact anna.warriner@scscoop.org for SCSC information.

🔧 Ready to dive into Operations Hero?
Join us for a hands-on training at the Co-op on August 7th from 9AM to Noon.

We’ll walk through:
✅ Overview of the system
✅ Daily use & workflows
✅ Preventive maintenance
✅ State compliance

📲 Don’t forget to bring your laptop or iPad!
Register now! 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFKgCkY275KzwnfbzINP41A4s_u-Kc7XRtZDZJ49yfBRF8rg/viewform

🚨 Happening TOMORROW!
It’s not too late to sign up for this hands-on science & CTE training focused on lithium, chemistry, and real-world connections in South Arkansas. 💡
Free lunch, free resources, and powerful classroom ideas.
👉 Register now and join us! www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607

Hands-on science with real-world meaning. Learn how to teach lithium extraction, crystallization, and more. ⚗️
Register today: www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607

Last-minute PD + free lunch! 🍽️ Not your average PD day—we’re growing crystals, testing brine, and designing chemical filtration systems. Don’t miss it! Register here 👉 www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607

Looking for last-minute PD? Join us—free lunch included! 💡 Turn lithium chemistry into classroom-ready lessons your students will love. Register here 👉 www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607 #STEMPD #ScienceOfIndustry

🔍 What is the Smackover Formation—and why is it critical to our region’s future? Come find out! Register here: www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607

📢 Mark Your Calendars!
We’re hosting an in-person Operations Hero Training here at the Co-op on August 7th, 9:00–12:00.
This hands-on session will cover everything from system overview to preventive maintenance and state mandates.

👷‍♂️ Who should attend?
Maintenance, office staff, and administrators.

💻 Bring your laptop or iPad — we’ll be working directly in the system!

Register here 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFKgCkY275KzwnfbzINP41A4s_u-Kc7XRtZDZJ49yfBRF8rg/viewform

We’re making chemistry cool again—with batteries, brine, and a side of lunch. 🔋😎
Register here: www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607

Autism Partners with College of Education Health Professions of the University of Arkansas shared wonderful resources and strategies to support sensory processing with SCSC early childhood professionals during a back to school event.

SCSC ABC teachers share infographics they created to represent domains of the Class Observation tool during a back to school event. The Class Observation Tool supports positive teacher-child interactions. Arkansas programs are currently piloting the assessment tool. For information about the CLASS Pilot, contact Zephonia.avant@scscoop.org.

🟦 **Superintendent Mentoring Program Launch – Day 2 Highlights!** 🟦

Today's sessions dove deep into two critical areas every new superintendent must master:

💰 **School District Fiscal Resources** with Shawn Higginbotham
From budgeting timelines to district revenue streams, participants received a foundational orientation to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability.

👥 **Human Capital – Snapshot and Pitfalls** with Bobby Hart
We explored staffing patterns, contract essentials, evaluation systems, and early HR pitfalls to avoid—arming superintendents with the tools to lead their teams with clarity and confidence.

These sessions are helping leaders build the knowledge base needed for effective, ethical, and informed decision-making. Stay tuned as the learning continues!

#LeadershipMatters #SuperintendentSuccess #MentorToLead #DESEMentoringProgram #SchoolLeadership

Looking for some last-minute professional development? Join us for great conversation around jobs, industry, and innovation—starting with science. Plus, free lunch! Register here: www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607 👩‍🔬👨‍🔬

Educational Service Centers kicked off the New Superintendent Mentoring Program before the DESE Summit

The new superintendents gained valuable insights and inspiration during the launch of the Superintendent Mentoring Program.

🌟 **Dr. Karen Walters** set the tone with a powerful session on *Ethical Leadership, Professionalism, and Navigating the First 90 Days* — helping new leaders focus on integrity, clarity, and confidence.

🤝 **Skipper Ward** and **Dr. Jennifer Barbaree** shared practical tools for *Establishing Strong Board and Community Relations*, emphasizing trust, communication, and connection.

🛡️ **Dr. David Hopkins** led a high-impact session on *School Safety – Setting the Standard Early*, reminding us that safety starts with strong leadership and clear expectations.

We’re off to a great start — and these new leaders are ready to make a difference! 💪

#DESESummit #NewSuperintendentMentoring #LeadershipInAction #ArkansasEducation #SchoolSafety #BoardRelations #First90Days #EthicalLeadership

⏳ Don’t miss this FREE, hands-on workshop for educators happening next week. Register now 👉 www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607

Andrew Marotta was an incredible presenter at our SCSC Administrator's Retreat at DeGray last week. We left feeling inspired and ready to tackle the new year. Thank you, Andrew, for connecting with our schools and leaders. You make learning and leading FUN!
#survivethrive
#weARsouthcentral
#yourBESTsolution

Get your hands on lithium chemistry—literally. 🔬 Plus, we’re feeding you lunch. 👀 Register here 👉 www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607

Ever taught with crystals, brine, and lemon batteries? Now’s your chance. Register here: www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=562607 🧪 #CTE #STEMlearning