Friday Highlights 5.18.23

   

Mental Health Awareness Month

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

National Better Speech & Hearing Month

Lupus Awareness Month

May 22:           Academic Signing Day 

May 23-25:     Graduations at War Memorial Stadium
                        (See www.lrsd.org for Stadium Expectations/Bag Policy)

May 26:            Final Exams
May 29:            Memorial Day (Schools & Offices Closed)
May 30-June 1 Final Exams

June 2:             Last Day of School for Students

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Hundreds of LRSD students will walk across the stage starting Tuesday-Thursday next week.  We are proud of all of our graduates, but send a special shoutout to the Class of 2023 from LR West, as these seniors will be the school's first graduates.   

Your Future Medical Professionals 

in Training at Hall

Hall STEAM Magnet High School has a new partner in UAMS that will introduce students to a medical academy pathway.  Students may now look forward to hands-on learning opportunities, including internships, mentorships, and research. This is the second academy announced for Hall within the past two weeks.  

           

Today's Learners and Leaders!

Awesome to see the results of the Leader in Me programs at McDermott and Chicot come to life over the past two weeks. Students ran the programs, serving as ambassadors, speakers, and presenters.  Way to go, students, staff, and principals!

LRSD Students and Staff Shine at
Economics Arkansas Events

LRCH's Ruthie Walls and students presented their projects at Economics Arkansas
Board meeting this week

And Pinnacle View's Graham Goodloe was recognized at the AE luncheon for his ongoing work to help students with financial literacy.   By the way, LRSD will host its inaugural Econ Games next week.  Should be pretty exciting!

 

Hello, Mr. "Coach" Robinson!

Little Rock Central High School will introduce its new head football Coach Anthony Robinson during a meet-and-greet at 5:30 p.m., Monday, May 22, 2023, in the Boone-Fitzpatrick Fieldhouse, near Daisy Bates and Park Street. Robinson was named to the position by the Little Rock School District earlier this month.

Coach Robinson’s career started in college as a graduate assistant at Arkansas State University. He then moved to the high school football ranks in Texas and Arkansas. Most recently, he was an assistant coach at Conway High School, serving as the wide receivers coach and special team coordinator. He also coached at Lancaster High School in Lancaster, Texas, Searcy High School, and Magnolia High School in Arkansas.

Go ACC/Metro!

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Come Cook With Us - UAMS

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{Virtual} 'Come Cook With Us' Arkansas Minority Health Commission + UAMS Culinary Medicine Registration Survey (surveymonkey.com)

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 The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show performance 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!