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Friday Highlights 10.16.20

Important Dates

Next scheduled SAT test date - November 7, 2020

***Little Rock Central High is NOT hosting the ACT***

(We will update the LRSD online calendar regarding any changes of which we may be come aware regarding testing dates.)

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Oct. 29, 2020 - Henderson Middle School Walk for the Cure

Highlights/Events

The Titans of Tennis

Jake Maxson - Second Place in the State Championship

Back-to-Back Tiger News! Central High's Boys Tennis Team took 3rd at State this week in the 6A championship after winning 1st Place in Conf. play last week. LRCH's Jake Maxson won 2nd place in singles play; and the Boys Doubles team- Alex Wells & Stefan Tudoreanu came in 3rd.

Way to go, Tigers!

Congrats!!!

Emmory Simmons Brings it to State

Congratulations to freshman Emmory Simmons from Parkview! After her conference win, she took second place in the 5A state tennis tournament held in Hot spring. She brings back the runner- up trophy for the Patriots’ team!

Dyslexia Awareness Month

This month, students and educators across the world are raising awareness about the struggles associated with dyslexia & making efforts to spotlight a range of dyslexic needs, struggles, and signs. In recognition for this awareness, please show your support by wearing red today.

Thank a Child Nutrition Team Member -

National School Lunch Week

Remember.....

National Boss's Day

Aleta Branch and Hazel Harris - Washington Elementary

Donna Hall - Chicot Early Childhood Center

National Principals Month

Honor and show your appreciation to your child's principal for his/her significant impact on the success and well-being of our students throughout the Little Rock School District.

ViPS JANE MENDEL

READING DAY 2020

John Prine Tribute Concert

Benefitting Washington ES

SOMA Business District hosted a John Prine Tribute Concert which featured numerous local artists in the SoMa Outdoor Dining Room located at 13th and Main. John Prine was a famous musician who died of Covid early during the pandemic. Some of the featured performers were Amy Garland, Mandy McBride, Chris Declerk, Joey Barrett, Steve Railey, Joe Sundell and many more.

Just the Facts Discussion with AKAs

Additional Digital Support Available for

Parents and Students

Flu Shots offered at LRSD

To register for a seasonal flu shot, go to the Little Rock School Districts website at www.lrsd.org under Latest District News." There, you may complete your registration form to get your shot at any Arkansas public school flu clinic.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

AWARENESS MONTH

CAUGHT DOING GOOD

Thanks, Brock Wynne, Dunbar, and Tommie Shelton, LRSD Supply Center! Glad you're on our team!

"Socktober" Fest at Brady Elem.

Brady Elem. is hosting a Socktober event where students and staff collect socks to donate to the homeless and those in need. They're also challenging other LRSD team members to get involved. Brady will be collecting socks all month long in support of the Van organization. For more information go to www.helpthevan.org.

YOU COULD BE NEXT!!

WINNERS OF RECENT $100 GIFT CARD

OPEN ENROLLMENT BENEFITS

Tramekia Benton and RaeAnn Carman pick up gift cards from Tanya Cox, LRSD's benefits coordinator

October 5^th

Tramekia Benton - Dodd

September 28th:

RaeAnn Carman – Mann

Kristopher Guy - Williams

They say the early bird gets the worm!

Educational Benefits

provided $100 gift cards for lucky employees whose names were drawn after enrolling early for their benefits. This is RaeAnn Carman, Mann. Congrats, Ms. Carman and thanks, @EducationalBenefits!

(Watch your District email to learn how to become eligible to win)

Henderson Middle School Walk For The Cure

Since there will not be a Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure this year, Henderson Middle is honoring Breast Cancer Awareness month with a "Walk for the Cure". This will also give fellow co-workers an opportunity to enjoy socially distanced fellowship - all while wearing masks, of course! All employee's are invited, and a team photo will be taken!!

LRSD ONLINE RESOURCES

One -stop shopping - resources to support LRSD families all one page. To access the page and the actual links, please go to "Latest District News" on the LRSD website.

In the Community...

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Real Talk: Credit Solutions for Homeownership

Your Urban League of the State of Arkansas will like to invite you to join us as we discuss the credit solutions for current and future homeowners with Principal Broker, Kimberly Santos and Community Development Mortgage Lender, Tina Adams of Arvest Bank.

This virtual economic empowerment seminar will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 6:00 pm on ZOOM. To RSVP for this seminar, please email hschild@arvest.com.

We hope to see you there!

STUDENT FOCUSED TEACHEER LED CONFERENCE

If you are an administrator, teacher, or school psychologist, you wouldn't want to miss this two day empowering event! A Student Focused Teacher Led Conference being held the second week of November. You will be receiving a plethora of information from some of our leading educators, discussing what it means to be student-focused and teacher-led; gaining access to valuable resources and research-based practices that you can implement.

If the in-person event cancels due to unforeseen circumstances related to COVID-19, the conference will resume on the same date virtually. For more information regarding this event go to:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/student-focused-teacher-led-conference-2020-tickets-109911127140?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

EARLY VOTING INFORMATION
Starts Monday, October 19th, 8 a.m.

Early Voting 1

Pulaski County Regional Bldg

501 West Markham

Little Rock, AR

Early Voting 2

Williams Library

1800 S Chester St
Little Rock, AR 72206

Early Voting 3

Dee Brown Library
6325 Baseline Rd
Little Rock, AR 72209-4729

Early Voting 4