August is Family Fun Month

Black Business Month

Summer Safety Month

National Golf Month

August 5-6 Tax-Free Weekend

August 7 Convocation

Personnel Policy Committee Meeting @ 5:30pm

August 7-9 Professional Development

August 9 ACT 1309

August 10 Work Day -ACT 1309

School Board Work Session and Special Meeting 5:30pm

August 11 Work Day

August 14 First Day of School

August 14-18 Fathers/Father Figures Photo Contest Entry

Welcome New LRSD Employees

LRSD is honored to welcome new family members to the team. Nearly 200 attended new employee orientation this week.

Calling All LRSD Fathers/Father Figures

Calling all fathers/father figures! Snap a photo with you and your current LRSD student(s) during the first week of school and upload it between August 14-28 for a chance to win! Fathers/father figures of all students, both in person and virtual, are eligible to participate! Happy sharing!

Convocation 2023 Is Right Around the Corner

Thanks to our friends at Everett, 6 lucky LRSD employees will leave the Convocation with a little something extra! All LRSD employees are eligible but must be on the worksite the day of the event to win.

The first 1,000 staff members who requested tickets may attend in person; remaining employees are encouraged to join their school families at their worksite to watch via YouTube. After all the fun this Monday, those attending at the Little Rock Southwest site, make sure you stop by and pick up your grab-and-go lunch on the way out. We can't wait to see you!

Save-The-Date - Upcoming August Events

Parents, don't forget to mark your calendars! Exciting school district events are just around the corner.

Take Advantage of Booker T. Washington School Based Health Clinic for Back-to-School Shots

Did you know that the clinic serves all LRSD staff? Something to keep in mind in the event you need a quick health visit!

Meal Applications Available Online

Please go online and complete a family/household application for the school year 2023-24. The process will take less than 10 minutes. There are NO paper applications. However, if you need assistance with the application or the process, please contact LRSD Child Nutrition at 501-447-2458 or 501-447-2456.

LRSD Launched Exciting New Virtual Academy Opportunity for Students

The Little Rock School District is thrilled to announce the launch of its new virtual educational option for students – Little Rock Virtual Academy (LRSDVA), providing students with a dynamic and innovative online learning experience.

LRSD is committed to meeting the diverse needs of its students and offering exceptional educational opportunities. With the introduction of LRSDVA, the District aims to provide a flexible learning environment that caters to the unique circumstances and preferences of students and families. LRSDVA harnesses the power of technology and combines it with rigorous curriculum offerings, expert instruction, and personalized support. The added benefit this year – students will also be able to take advantage of extracurricular activities like choir, band, and athletics. See what staff, students, and parents are saying:

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Free Fridays at the Arkansas Skatium

On Fridays from 6pm to 7pm, between May 29 and August 11, anyone may enter the building for free. If a patron needs to rent skates, they must pay a $7 rental fee, regardless of age.

Mark Your Calendar for River Market Live - Presented by the LRCVB

The Little Rock Convention and Vistors Bureau is inviting you out to the River Market pavilions on Thursday nights for a dynamic showcase of talented artists and performers. Click here for additional details.

Mosaic Templars Hosts Its 2nd Annual Back to School Fiesta

MTCC is bringing you FREE food, school supplies, and more! Enjoy live music brought to you by DJ Nick Hud, and you could even win some fantastic door prizes!

It's all at the Back to School Fiesta Tuesday, August 8, 5-7 p.m.! Click here for additional details.

AMFA's Educators Back-To-School Event

The Educators Back-to-School Event celebrates Arkansas educators and their invaluable work.

Organized by AMFA’s Educators Advisory Board, this event highlights Museum programming and resources in a fun, hands-on setting while offering educators the opportunity to network with peers.

Before a short presentation begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Theater, educators can enjoy networking beginning at 5:30 p.m. Click here for additional info.

Educators who attend this event are eligible to receive two hours of ADE-credited professional development.