Friday, October 9, 2020

 

Friday Highlights 10.09.20

   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. 12-13, 2020 - Parent Conference
Oct. 12, 2020 - Columbus Day 
Oct. 15, 2020 - Community Advisory Board Mtg., 5:30pm
Oct. 29, 2020 - Henderson Middle School Walk for the Cure



Highlights/Events


 BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH


Below, read about one LRSD school's efforts to keep  the support for awareness front and center!

Hispanic Heritage Month ends October 15th.






COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
THURSDAY, OCT. 15TH





Remember.....



En Espanol....




National  Principals  Month

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



Parent Teacher Conference Oct. 12th-13th

Please refer to your school for detailed information regarding scheduled parent/teacher conference times.


 

Columbus Day Oct. 12th

For information on local closings and openings on Columbus Day, please go to: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2018/oct/07/columbus-day-closing-info-20181007/



National School Lunch Week Oct. 12th-16th

National School Lunch week is spotlighted during the 2nd week in October. Take the time to learn about the various lunch programs available at your child's school. Just like breakfast and dinner, a healthy, nutritious lunch is essential to your child's health and learning.

Speaking of Lunch - Please Remind Parents to Register by 5PM Each Friday to Pick Up Meals for Virtual Students on Tuesday of the Following Week!


tinyurl.com/LRSD-Virtual-Meals



Flu Clinics 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
This week's appreciation shout out goes to Terry Elem. Cafeteria Mgr.,

Stacie Gatewood

Congratulations to Stacie Gatewood, Cafeteria Manager at Terry Elementary! Ms. Gatewood manages every aspect of the meal program at Terry and was instrumental in assisting with summer feeding efforts. She also leads a great team and always does it with a positive attitude and a smile.

Thank you, Ms. Gatewood, for all you do!


"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.


LRCH Boys Earn First Place Win at Conference Tourney

Way to go, Little Rock Central High School  Boys Tennis Team - for your 
1st Place Conference Finish 
Will be representing the District at State October 12-13th
Your LRSD fam is cheering for you!
BTW,, we're hosting the championship tournament at Rebsamen Tennis Court


Congrats to Emmory Simmons from Parkview Highschool!

Emmory Simmons, a freshman from Parkview H.S won the 5A Tennis conference tournament that took place October 6th at the Chenal Club. The team placed 2nd in the tournament. 
Way to go Parkview!

YOU COULD BE NEXT!!

WINNERS OF RECENT $100 GIFT CARD 
 OPEN ENROLLMENT BENEFITS

September 28th: 

RaeAnn Carman – Mann

Kristopher Guy - Williams

October 5th

Tramekia Benton - Dodd

Debra Scruggs – Mabelvale Middle School
(Watch your District email to learn how to become eligible to win)

Six Bridges Festival  
Patrick Oliver & Friends

Supporters from the Read, Lead, and Level Up project at Hall High School will discuss the fun engaging writing activities used to produce a compelling collection of prose in the anthology Our Storied, Our Voices, Our Visions. Patrick M. Oliver, founder of Say It Loud! Readers and Writers, is joined by Edith Callaway-Frazier, Sarah Dixon, Randall Horton, Beatriz Varela, and Robin White, who will also read from the anthology.
Date: 10.17.2020
Time: 10:00am
Location: Virtual

Henderson Middle Walks 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 and 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
For more information... please go to "Latest District News" on the LRSD website.


In the Community...


Tinkerfest is a daylong celebration of curiosity and creativity that allows guests of all ages to explore how things work through hands-on activities. In consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Museum of Discovery will present four smaller events to help keep participants safe. 
Tinkerfest 2020 will be presented from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. September 12, September 26, October 10 and October 24.  
For more information go to: https://www.rivermarket.info/events/river-market-events/2020/10/10/default-calendar/tinkerfest-tinkering-with-materials


River Market Outdoor Dining

Every Friday this month from 6pm - 11pm the River Market Outdoor Dining room will be open with live entertainment and good food. So, join us 6 feet apart with your mask for some social - social distancing good 'ol fun. For more information go to: 
https://www.rivermarket.info/events/river-market-events/2020/10/02/default-calendar/river-market-outdoor-dining-room


SCIENCE + YOU


Science + You is an exhibition at the Museum of Discovery that offers a child size laboratory with hands on interactive machinery and technology to where not only children can explore how science impact health and wellness, but also encourages young guests to pursue science careers. "Science + You" will be exhibited through January 31, 2021. For more information please go to: https://museumofdiscovery.org/  



EARLY VOTING INFORMATION

 

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

Thompson Library
38 Rahling Circle
Little Rock, AR 72223-9187

Early Voting 5

William F Laman Public Library
2801 Orange Street
N Little Rock, AR 72114-2200

Early Voting 6

Jacksonville Community Center
5 Municipal Drive
Jacksonville, AR 72076-4272

Early Voting 7

Jess Odom Community Center
1100 Edgewood Drive
Maumelle, AR 72113-6279

Early Voting 8

First Christian Church of Sher
2803 E. Kiehl Ave.
Sherwood, AR 72120-3162

Early Voting 9

McMath Library

2100 John Barrow Road
Little Rock, AR 72204-1439

Early Voting 10

Hillary Clinton Childrens Library

4800 W. 10th St.

Little Rock

Early Voting 11

John Gould Fletcher Library

823 N. Buchanan St.

Little Rock

Early Voting 12

Terry Library

2015 Napa Valley Dr

Little Rock

 For more information on how to vote, early voting dates and locations, etc., go to: 

https://votepulaski.net/index.php/test/standard-information-for-elections 


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