Friday Highlights 3.8.24

 

March is:

Women's History Month
National Reading Month
National Nutrition Month
National Social Work Month
Red Cross Month
National Cheerleading Safety Month

Important Dates: 

March 8: International Women's Day
March 10: Daylight Saving Time Begins
March 12: LR PTA Council Meeting (11:30 am - 12:30 pm)
March 12-14: Artistry in the Rock
March 18-22: Spring Break (Schools/Offices Closed)
March 25: Superintendent's Citation Program (5:30 pm)
March 31: Easter
March 28: New Date for March School Board Meeting (Changed from March 14th)
Save-the-Date: April 8 (Schools/Offices Closed for Eclipse)

Slam Dunk into Excitement! Get Your Tickets Now to Cheer on Central's Girls and Boys at State!

Exciting news! Our Central High Tigers - boys and girls teams - are in the State Championship game! Tickets are now available for purchase. Don't miss the chance to witness thrilling moments and cheer for our teams. Make sure to get your tickets in advance by clicking on the link here: https://gofan.co/app/school/AAA. Before you head to the games, be sure to take a moment to familiarize yourself with the list of prohibited items at the Bank OZK Arena. Adhering to the guidelines will help ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone. Check out the list here: https://www.hotsprings.org/explore/bank-ozarks-arena/. Let's make this championship unforgettable! See you at the games! Go, TIGERS!!!

Time to Move Forward - Daylight Saving Time This Weekend!

Metro and LRSD to Continue and Expand Collaborative Partnership with UALR, Enhancing Education Opportunities

The Little Rock School District and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock unveiled an enhanced partnership, aimed at providing increased opportunities for Metro students. The expanded collaboration introduces the innovative Cyber-Security Pathway. at the same time as this exciting news, Metro student Trelan Washington was recognized for his exceptional creativity in crafting a captivating 360 Tour Demonstration.

Chicot Elementary Leads the Way as Arkansas Kicks Off School Breakfast Month

Chicot Elementary and Early Childhood Center in LRSD took center stage as Arkansas kicked off School Breakfast Month in collaboration with the national celebration. The event was a resounding success, with a notable presence of state and local dignitaries, including Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The school's dedication to the cause was evident, making it a standout event. 

10 Years of Creativity! Upcoming Artistry in the Rock Celebration Showcases Student Talent

Throwback Pic Collage to 2017

Celebrating a decade of creativity! Join us in commemorating the 10th Anniversary of Artistry in the Rock, a milestone that celebrates the artistic expression of our students. The event will be held at the Hall of Industry at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds from March 12 to 14. Thank you to all the student artists, supporters, and the Little Rock Fine Arts Department for helping create the event. See the full schedule of performances below!

Big Wins for LRSD at
Central Arkansas Science Fair

We are also proud of our student researchers who presented at the 2024 Central Arkansas Regional Science and Engineering Fair (CARSEF).  Three-hundred-forty-four students participated in CARSEF.  Little Rock School District came away with many of the top awards.  They are listed below:

Junior Division – 1^st Place Winners from LRSD

Jack Graves – Pinnacle View
Avyukth Thummalakunta – Don Roberts
Aaarav Yadav – Pinnacle View
Yana Pandit – Pinnacle View

Senior Division – 1^st Place Winners from LRSD/LRCH 
Disha Ram
Geethika Atluri
Bhavana Sridharan
Fajr Abdeldayem
Aakash Bhattacharyya
Ava Johnson
Bennet Chen
Aniyah Meghani
Olya Tryndyak
Lasya Buddha
Nikhil Dogra

UAMS Cancer Research Award 
Winner – Siddharth Sridharan – LRCH
Runner-Up – Geethika Atluri - LRCH

Soybean Science Challenge: $300 student award, $200 teacher award
Bennet Chen – LRCH

Regeneron Biomedical Science Award - $500
Olya Tryndyak – LRCH

ISEF Awardees – Trip to the International Science and Engineering Fair in May in Los Angeles
Olya Tryndyak 
Bhavana Sridharan 
Yahya Younus 
Aniyah Meghani

Congratulations!

LRSD's Little Rockers Dash to Glory at
This Year's Marathon

Congratulations to the amazing kiddos from the Little Rock School District who participated in the Little Rock Marathon this past weekend. Your energy and grit truly stand out!

Little Rock Southwest Drone Students
 Help Elevate City Growth

Little Rock Southwest High School drone students are taking their learning to new heights with a site survey for the Little Rock Port Authority (LRPA). This exercise allows the young pilots to demonstrate their skills and provide footage to the LRPA to help the agency attract manufacturers to Little Rock, which will bring jobs to Central Arkansas. 

LRSD Parental Engagement Department to Host School Community Resource Fair

Free haircuts, prom attire, door prizes, lunch, and more. Sound like something you're interested in? Then join the LRSD Parental Engagement Department for this weekend's Resource Fair. It's also a great way to access other resources to help your child be successful. Make plans to attend this Saturday's Parent and Family Engagement event at Henderson Teaching and Learning Center, 401 Barrow, starting at 10 a.m.

LRSD and Caissa Begin Second Phase of Recruitment/Retention Partnership

The Little Rock School District is excited to begin phase two of its strategic partnership with Caissa, a leading educational organization focused on student recruitment and retention. Community members may recall LRSD’s pilot project with Caissa last summer that included phone calls, texts, and surveys, seeking feedback to better meet the needs of families. Caissa implements a diverse range of tools to showcase the assets of the districts with which they work to get students back in classrooms and to keep them there. If you get emails or calls/texts from 501-503-3168, 501-512-1656, or 501-260-7244 -they are legitimate communication from LRSD.

Public Speaking Contest Deadline Coming Up Soon! Limited Number of Applicants Accepted

It's that time again. Don't sleep on turning in your application for the annual Ralph Vines Public Speaking Contest - a limited number of contestants accepted due to growing popularity! You can find more information in the picture above. The application can also be found at this link:: https://5il.co/2cwa4. Deadline for submissions: March 15th.

Download the New App

Principal Pool Application Process Now Open

Click on this link to read the flyer and get information on applying.

In Other Employment News...

Keep Little Rock Beautiful!
2024 City Wide Cleanup
Happening This Weekend

Keep Little Rock Beautiful's 15th Annual City Wide Cleanup will be held this Saturday! The event is part of the Great American Cleanup. Everyone is encouraged to volunteer at one of the many cleanups that will be taking place across the city. For a list of cleanup locations, click here. 

Make Plans to Get Your Tickets and
Support Horace Mann Middle School!

Soup Sunday This Weekend

For more information and tickets:  https://www.aradvocates.org/events/central-arkansas-soup-sunday-2024/

Celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Little Rock!

Make your way to downtown Little Rock and cheer on the marching parade with shamrock-themed excitement. Delve into a lively atmosphere where visitors can watch local community members celebrating St. Patrick's Day festivities. The parade will be on March 16, 2024, at 1 p.m. It starts in North Little Rock and travels over the Arkansas River to the Main Street Bridge and through the River Market District. 

AMFA Hosts Educator Appreciation Day for  Dragons Love Tacos

The upcoming AMFA's Children's Theatre production of Dragons Love Tacos opens to the public with a roar this weekend! Don't miss your chance to enjoy $3 off tickets during Educator Appreciation Day on Saturday, March 9. Seats are still available for the 2:00 p.m. performance, which offers you an opportunity to meet the cast and get a backstage tour after the show. Reserve your seat now using promo code EDUCATOR24 at checkout. Here's the link for tickets. Scholarship Opportunity for Students Interested in Pursuing Music-Related Degrees

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Friday Highlights 3.1.24

 

March is:

Women's History Month
National Nutrition Month
National Social Work Month
Red Cross Month
National Cheerleading Safety Month

Important Dates: 

March 2: Little Rockers Kids Marathon
March 4-8: National School Breakfast Week
March 4: Personnel Policy Committee Meeting (5:30 p.m.)
March 7: School Board Work Session (5:30 p.m.)
March 8: International Women's Day
March 18-22: Spring Break (Schools/Offices Closed)
March 28: New Date for March School Board Meeting (Changed from March 14th)
Save-the-Date: April 8 (Schools/Offices Closed for Eclipse)

Hitting All the Right Notes - Award-Winning Little Rock Southwest High School Band

Following the celebratory announcement today at Little Rock Southwest High School, we are delighted to share a detailed breakdown of the scholarship winners and the generous contributions from various colleges and universities. The Supersonic Storm of Southwest band members have collectively earned over $3 million in scholarships, a testament to their exceptional talent and dedication.

Final Black History Month 2024 Celebration!

In our final celebration for Black History Month, we recognize McClellan School alum Antwan Phillips. He serves as the Position 9 at-Large City Director and was elected to his first term in November 2020. In addition to serving as City Director, he also serves as commissioner on Little Rock's Advertising and Promotion Commission. He combines his love for volunteering with his love of practicing law as a partner with the Wright Lindsey Jennings law firm.

FBLA Success!
 Horace Mann Arts & Science Magnet Middle School Students Head to  State Conference

Congratulations to the Mann Magnet Bearcats students for their outstanding achievements at the FBLA District conference. Their dedication and hard work have resulted in remarkable successes. These students have demonstrated exceptional skill and expertise in their respective categories and are now moving forward to compete in the state conference. Thirty-eight students participated in the competition, with an impressive 30 placing in the top 10. This remarkable achievement speaks volumes about the talent, dedication, and commitment to excellence within our school community.

Phi Beta Sigma Members Donate National Guard Books to the Central ROTC Program

We want to give a special thank you to members of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity for the generous donation of Arkansas National Guard "African American Pioneers" books to Central High School's ROTC program. Volume II of the book features LRCH staff members, Colonel Jackie Taylor and Chief Delphine Crumpton. LRSD joins LRCH in celebrating Colonel Taylor and Chief Crumpton. They are trailblazers in the illustrious history of the Arkansas National Guard.

Little Rock School District DI Teams Display their Creativity and Innovation at the Hot Springs Tournament

Last weekend, 15 incredible Little Rock School District DI teams showcased their creativity at the Regional DI Tournament in Hot Springs! The spirit of innovation and collaboration was in full swing. These snapshots above captured the magic of student-created performance elements and
mind-blowing props!

LRSD and Caissa Begin the Second Phase of the Recruitment/Retention Partnership

The Little Rock School District is excited to begin phase two of its strategic partnership with Caissa, a leading educational organization focused on student recruitment and retention. Community members may recall LRSD’s pilot project with Caissa last summer that included phone calls, texts, and surveys, seeking feedback to better meet the needs of families. Caissa implements a diverse range of tools to showcase the assets of the districts with which they work to get students back in classrooms and to keep them there. If you get emails or calls/texts from 501-503-3168, 501-512-1656, or 501-260-7244 -they are legitimate communication from LRSD.

Renowned Artist Kevin Cole Inspires LRSD Students to Express Themselves

Renowned artist Kevin Cole visited with Little Rock Central High School art students this week to offer a master class. He says he believes in helping and guiding future artists because of the way his mentors helped him growing up. Cole is from Pine Bluff and his artwork can be found in thousands of collections worldwide.

Celebrating Brilliance! Students and Staff Honored at this Month's Superintendent's Citation Program

Here are some highlights from last night's Superintendent's Citation Program! Several students and staff were recognized, including this year's Mathletes Champions, the 5A Indoor State Champion in the 400m race, this year's Arkansas Science Bowl champs, and our AGATE Educator Award-winning GT Specialist. Congratulations to everyone! 

See all of the pictures here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/137350739@N06/with/53556199756.

Public Speaking Contest Deadline Coming Up Soon! Limited Number of Applicants Accepted

It's that time again. Don't sleep on turning in your application for the annual Ralph Vines Public Speaking Contest - a limited number of contestants accepted due to growing popularity! You can find more information in the picture above. The application can also be found at this link:: https://5il.co/2cwa4. Deadline for submissions: March 15th.

Check Out This Month's Edition of the LRSD Health Newsletter

Check out this month's edition of the LRSD Health Corner Newsletter.

You can find a link here: https://5il.co/2fmss.

Download the New App

Principal Pool Application Process Now Open

Click on this link to read the flyer and get information on applying.

"The New Orleans Four & The Civil Rights Movement" to be Held at The Robinson Center

The United States Marshals Museum is presenting "The New Orleans Four & The Civil Rights Movement at the Robinson Center. The event is a powerful morning of conversation and reflection as Leona Tate, Gail Etienne, and Tessie Prevost, the first Black students at McDonough 19 Elementary School in New Orleans, come together live and on-stage to discuss their memories of the events in 1960, and how these events have impacted their own lives and the history of our nation. The program will take place from 10-11 a.m. on March 5th. It will include opening remarks by United States Marshal Service Director Ronald Davis. The panel discussion will be moderated by USMS Historian David Turk. Click here to register.

Runners From Across the Country Expected for 2024 Little Rock Marathon

Named as one of Runner's World "Bucket List: 10 Great Marathons for First-Timers" in 2017, the 22nd Annual Little Rock Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Little Rockers Kids Marathon events will soon fill the streets of the Capital City. It's a race with personality, loads of southern hospitality, tons of caring volunteers, a running or walking tour through the scenic streets of Little Rock, and an impressive finisher's medal. The race starts on March 2, and there is still time to register!
Click here to register

Arkansas Symphony Orchestra to Perform the Children's Concert: Symphony Safari

Experience the beauty of the full Arkansas Symphony Orchestra in concert! Bring your students to hear the Symphony Safari at the Robinson Center on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 10 a.m. The program is best for students in the 3rd-8th grade. Tickets are $5 per person. Click here for tickets.

Save the Date!

Soup Sunday Around the Corner

For more information and tickets:  https://www.aradvocates.org/events/central-arkansas-soup-sunday-2024/

Scholarship Opportunity for Students
Interested in Pursuing Music-Related Degrees

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