5.12.23 Friday Highlights

   

Mental Health Awareness Month

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

National Better Speech & Hearing Month

Lupus Awareness Month

May 14:      Mother's Day

May 15:      Senior Exams (5/15-5/18)
May 18:       LRSD Board Meeting (Earlier this month due to graduations)

Another Quick Shoutout to All LRSD Teachers of the Year

Elementary Teachers of the Year

Middle School Teachers of the Year

High School Teachers of the Year

Classified & First Student Employees of the Year

A HUGE Shoutout To All Sponsors!

Teacher Tribute from Dr. J.J. Lacey

Dr. J.J. Lacey is the husband of the late Dr. Marian G. Lacey, for whom LRSD's highest teaching award is named. 

Happy Nurse Appreciation Week to All of Our School Nurses - You Rock!

Thank you to all the school nurses for your invaluable work in keeping our children healthy and safe. Your dedication and compassionate care make a world of difference. We appreciate you!

Way to Go LRCH Student Writers!

Central High School is thrilled to celebrate its five student writers who received awards for their writing during this year's Achievement Awards in Writing. LRSD joins LRCH in celebrating this tremendous achievement. This year, schools nominated 360 students to participate in the Achievement Awards in Writing Program. Of those, 114 were selected to receive the First Class designation, 131 received the Superior designation, 71 received the Excellent designation, and 31 received the Merit designation.
The program's goal is to encourage high school sophomores and juniors to write and publicly recognize the best student writing.

And It Doesn't Stop There for LRCH - Another Star Student 1/5 Nationally to Earn
Prestigious Science Scholarship

LRCH senior Anu Iyer has received the Science Olympiad Founders' Scholarship for $10,000! Only 5 students were selected out of all the applicants across the country.  A top scholar at Central Anu has racked up multiple national awards in her time with LRSD.  We are proud of you, Anu!  

Parkview Archery Team to Attend

 National Competition

Thanks to Generous Donation

We mean it when we say we have the best community around. Each Parkview archery team member received a $250 check from the Rosedale Optimist Club to help make it possible for the team to attend its national competition. The team was one of four in the state to get the nod for nationals. The entire team made their aim at the Bullseye Regional competition at Lyons College, and individual rounds of NASP (National Archery School Program) by AGCF. These archers advance to Louisville, KY, where they will compete with 18,000 archers nationwide!  Good luck, team!

It's a Celebration at the Spring 
Little Rock PTA Awards Banquet

The Little Rock PTA Spring Awards Banquet was a touching way to wrap up the school year. PTA members were recognized for their hard work and contribution to our schools. Students received scholarships, and new officers were also sworn in during the awards ceremony. Congratulations to all the award and scholarship recipients!

Entergy Powers Energy & Engineering Pathway at Hall STEAM Magnet High School

Entergy Arkansas will work collaboratively with the faculty and Academy Coach at Hall to identify the needed resources, learning opportunities, required student skills, and relevant industry certifications. Students will gain exposure to energy industry careers, have the opportunity to network with Entergy employees, and hone their skills for a future career in the utilities sector or a similarly skilled STEM career! It's a great time to be a Warrior! 

2023 LRSD One Rock Legend Awards

Congratulations to the #LRSDOneRock Legend Class of 2022 Inductees: Lahoma Howard, Eddie Bradford, Derek Russell, Dennis Nutt, Al Flanigan & Houston Nutt, Sr. - posthumously, represented by Dr. Rex Horne. Also shown in the photo - far right, event organizer Fitz Hill.

A special thanks to Rene Julian and First Community Bank for their generous sponsorship of the luncheon. Proceeds support the work of the LRSD Athletic Foundation, including providing funding toward the 6th and Goal sports programs at LRSD.

KATV sports anchor Steve Sullivan has served as emcee for the Hall of Fame luncheon since the program's inception.

Longtime LRSD Child Nutrition Employee Recognized in Arkansas Times Publication

Photo Courtesy of the Arkansas Times Brian Chilson

Last Friday on School Lunch Hero Day, Wakefield Elementary cafeteria manager Nancy Glasper was recognized in the Arkansas Times for her years of dedicated service. Glasper has diligently served as the cafeteria manager at Wakefield for 23 years. You can learn more about Ms. Glasper and her story here.  BTW, Ms. Glasper will certainly be missed - she is retiring at the end of this school year.  We wish you the best, Ms. Glasper!

Plan on Attending LRSD Graduation Ceremonies?  You Might Want to Read Ahead...

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Movies in the Pocket Park: Jurassic World Dominion

Join the Downtown Little Rock Partnership for the first Movies in the (Pocket) Park on May 12th at 8pm following 2nd Friday Art Night! They're bringing back FREE outdoor showings but in a more intimate setting. 

They'll be showing Jurassic World Dominion, and TMW Kettlecorn, along with other food and beverage vendors, will be on hand to keep the party going! Grab your family, some movie snacks, and a picnic blanket, and head over to the Main Street Pocket Park (711 Main St.)

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Young Arkansas Artists Exhibition & Family Afternoon

Drop in to celebrate the 62nd Young Arkansas Artists Exhibition with a day of art and family-friendly Museum fun! Find Flurffy + Friends roaming around AMFA, explore the Windgate Art School Open House, or take a family-focused Museum tour offered at 3:00 p.m. Get tickets to an incredible performance of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show for a special treat. Click here for more info.

Mosaic Templars Cultural Center's 14th Annual Juneteenth Celebration

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For 14 years, The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center has celebrated Juneteenth right in the heart of Little Rock at Historic W. 9th Street. June 17, 2023, MTCC will host this FREE day-long event featuring activities, vendors, food, arts and entertainment for the whole family! Juneteenth in Da Rock is Arkansas largest Juneteenth celebration, boasting over 5000 attendees from across the state, with hundreds of participating vendors, performers, and sponsors. 

This celebration allows the museum to engage the community in the rich history and culture of African Americans. Our vision is for people of all backgrounds to join in the celebration of freedom and the numerous contributions and accomplishments of African Americans. We also strive to engage other community organizations to partner with us by supporting our mission. Follow MTCC on social media, follow this event and stay tuned for more details!

39th Annual Pops on the River

Pops on the River, presented by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, features music from the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, food, kids activities and fireworks! Click here for additional info. 

Pro-Tip: Head downtown early for pre-movie activities with 2nd Friday Art Night locations!