April is National Volunteer Month
National Autism Awareness Month
National Poetry Month
Apr. 2 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day
Apr. 5-9 - National Library Week
Apr. 8 - School Board Agenda Meeting 5:30
Apr. 8 - Registration Deadline for May SAT
6A Central Conference Player and Coach of the Year - LRCH Earns 2021 Basketball Distinction
Congrats to Bryson Warren and Head Coach Brian Ross on their selections as Player and Coach of the Year, respectively. The Tigers had another great run this year with a back-to-back appearance to defend their title in the State Championship game.
Parkview Student Selected as $180K Navy Scholarship Recipient
Little Rock-native Jorden Moody, a senior at Parkview Magnet High School, has been awarded the Navy’s prestigious, $180,000 Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Scholarship, which will pay her four-year expenses to attend Howard University in Washington, DC. Jorden was selected for the scholarship from among thousands of applicants nationwide, and was chosen because of her exceptional academic and leadership record. She formally received the scholarship during a ceremony at Parkway Magnet High School on Tuesday, March 30, 2021.
Academically, Moody has a 4.1 GPA, ranks in the top 10 of her class, and is a member of the National Honor Society. She also is student body vice president, Beta Club president, Science Club captain, co-captain of the varsity volleyball team, Praise Team president, Dance Team president, and Youth Choir leader. In addition, she volunteers at the Arkansas Food Bank, the Miracle League Baseball Team for the Disabled, and at South City Church.
Jorden’s family has a long history serving in the United States military. Her grandfather spent 26 years in the Marine Corps, her grandmother was in the Navy for 14 years, and her mother served in the Army for 14 years.
Commander DJ Jackson, Deputy Director, Outreach and Diversity, Navy Recruiting Command, presented Jorden with her scholarship at the high school. Commander Lauren “Majik” Majchrzak, Navy Talent Acquisition Group Nashville Commanding Officer, Mr. James Castleberry (Lieutenant Commander Retired, USN), Principal, Parkview Magnet High School, and Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. were all in attendance. Congratulations again Jorden! You are truly an exceptional young lady!
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Booker Elementary Gets a New Principal - At Least Temporarily!
Booker Arts Magnet third grader Giselle Vasquez Roman has been selected to become "Principal for a Day", where she will lead the school and perform "principal-ish" activities, like passing out compliments and treats to the staff, working at the book fair, and selecting the classroom with the most school spirit, among other duties. Giselle will formally take the helm as student-principal on Thursday, April 1, 2021.
During the month of March, Booker Arts Magnet hosted a challenge for students to become the principal of the day using the Lexia Core5 Reading platform, which is a "comprehensive technology-based program that extends learning for students who are advanced" and accelerates learning for students who may face reading challenges.
To be considered for the "principal" job, every interested student had to make their usage goal for Lexia plus gain at least one level. Giselle was among 137 students who reached the goal and her name was pulled from the list of qualified candidates to become the principal for the day.
Know a Student Interested in Computer Science? Check out this Opportunity!
The CSSoD is an award program for High School Juniors and Seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in Computer Science. On March 1, 2021 applications opened for 2021 Arkansas Computer Science Students of Distinction awards. The deadline for applications is 11:59 pm, April 15, 2021. The competition is open to all Arkansas High School Juniors and Seniors. To apply students must fill in the 2021 application.
Click Here to apply.
Mabelvale Middle's Library Team Beautifully Reorganized the School's Library!
Ms. Shan Kemp and Ms. Tasha Alexander did a fantastic job redecorating and reorganizing Mabelvale Middle's Library. These ladies beautifully sectioned the library off by genre for student access and engagement. Additionally, each section has been decorated with décor that reflects its genre.
It is apparent this library team took inclusivity into consideration while planning this set up as sections include literature from the Urban, Latino, and LGBT genres. To get a better view of their extremely thoughtful work, head over to Mabelvale Middle's Instagram page @mmsredraiders!
This Second Grader will Debut on a Television Screen Near You!
Come summer this adorable face will debut on a television screen near you! Congrats Major Banks IV, 2nd grader at Booker Arts Magnet Elementary, for being cast as “Miles” in the Arkansas PBS summer series: Blueberry’s Clubhouse! We are so proud of you Major!
Booker Arts Magnet Boasts a few Young Picassos in the Making! 
Thanks to Booker Arts Magnet’s incredible Partner in Education, The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, 11 Booker students had the opportunity to participate in a Virtual Spring Break Fine Arts Camp. The students were provided with an art supply kit they used to create incredible masterpieces!
Hall Chemistry Contest Recognitions
Congrats to Hall STEAM Magnet HS’s Samantha Barrera and Donavan Bell who qualified to participate in the National Chemistry Olympiad Exam
Closing out Women's History Month!
We spent the entire month of March spotlighting women in STEM of the past and present. To end this informative series we highlighted Dr. Suzanne Yee. Born in Helena, AR, Dr. Yee went on to graduate from UAMS 1st in her class.
It is her philosophy that no matter what your background may be, you are capable of achieving your goals with hard work. A child of Chinese immigrants Yee persevered in her career, building a private practice in 2003 from the ground up. Additionally, she is a member of many boards and a recipient of a multitude of awards. We thank you Dr. Suzanne Yee for your contributions to the STEM field!
5 Mindfulness Exercises to Help Zen Out Your Day
There are many proven benefits for weaving a little bit of mindfulness into your day. Studies show mindfulness helps reduce job stress, anxiety, and depression while increasing focus, regulation of emotions and self -awareness. Most people associate mindfulness with meditation and yoga. While those are great ways to practice mindfulness there other practical ways to practice being in the present moment. Here are 5 exercises to help you become present:
- Take 5 deep breaths at your desk.
- Take a 10 minutes walk.
- 5 Senses Exercise
- Mindful Appreciation
- Stay in the Present Moment.
Speaking of Yoga...Jessica Sanders & Students at Chicot Have It All Stretched Out...
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CAUGHT DOING GOOD
She doesn't just wear the hat of Media Specialist. In the words of Mabelvale Elementary Principal Kelecia Glover, Ms. Karonda Fuller "does everything!" Whether she's helping with technology or the afterschool program, Ms. Fuller does it all in the spirit of excellence, and without complaining. Watch the video to learn more about why Supt. Mike Poore paid a surprise visit to Ms. Fuller and Principal Glover says she was #CaughtDoingGood
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April is Move More Month, and we are encouraging everyone to Move More. Live More.
by being physically active.
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As you go about your daily routine, look for ways to increase your physical activity like a lunch time walk or a quick bike ride in the park. There are no wrong answers just get out and move more! Need to keep kids active at home? Try some of these
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Dinosaur Adventure is Coming to Little Rock
Arkansas State Fairgrounds– 3146 S. Schiller St, Little Rock, AR 72206 Enter through Gate 11
Tickets for this prehistoric event are limited and must be purchased online.
Bring the entire family to Dinosaur Adventure Drive-Thru where you can take a Prehistoric journey featuring life-sized dinosaurs. See a 40-foot T-Rex, 30-foot Brachiosaurus, Triceratops, Velociraptor, and more – all from the comfort and safety of your vehicle!
This is a Drive-Thru event. Tickets are sold on a per-day/per-time slot basis and are valid for one vehicle of up to 8 people. Vehicles must be no bigger than 20 feet long and 8 feet tall. If you would like the flexibility of arriving at any time, you may purchase an “any time” ticket. (Limited QTY available) All vehicles will follow the same one-way route through the fairgrounds. FAQ
All purchases are final and cannot be re-scheduled.
2021 Hack the Journey Women in IT Conference
Women in Information Technology 2021 Conference
April 7, 2021 | Virtual Conference
Women in Information Technology 2021 Conference is going virtual! Plug into the community of diverse women who are changing and shaping the workplace. Join Walton College Executive Education and the Walton College Department of Information Systems on Wednesday, April 7 as we “Hack the Journey” with industry leaders and changemakers. More information coming soon – connect with us!
Beyond the Idea – Startups and Their Stories: Garbo Hearne
DATE AND TIME
April 6 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join CALS as they visit with Garbo Hearne, director and owner of Pyramid Art, Books & Custom Framing and Hearne Fine Art Gallery, and learn more about how she turned her dreams into reality. She’ll be sharing business advice and tips she’s gleaned over the years heading one of the most successful and well-known Black-owned businesses in Central Arkansas.
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