March is
National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
Women's History Month
National Social Workers Month
National Nutrition Month
March 21 - 25 Spring Break Vacation (Schools and Offices Closed)
March 29 - Superintendent's Citation Program @ 5:30 - Tuesday
Moms Really Do Matter at LRSD!
We celebrated our annual Moms Matter Luncheon walk-up style today. We are honored to have such great moms/mother figures as stakeholders/partners at LRSD. This annual event is a small token of our appreciation of all they do! Participating moms received a rose from Supt. Mike Poore, a Moms Matter goodie bag, and lunch. They are also eligible to win other prizes, including a $250 Kroger gift card, Dillard's gift cards, a fragrance gift set or a restaurant gift card. A special drawing will be held on Zoom after Spring break. Stay tuned!
Honoring the Citizens of Ukraine
Little
Rock Central High students expressed their support for Ukraine with a
creative banner and invited their peers to sign/ leave messages of hope.
Grand Reopening of JA Fair Bank - Sponsored by First Security
This week we celebrated the grand reopening of an on-campus First Security Bank at JA Fair K8 Prep School! This program gives students the opportunity to learn the importance of financial literacy at an early age. To learn more, you can watch the full ceremony here.
Congratulation to LR Southwest's
Iresha Williams - Named Recipient of a
$5,000 US Bank Scholarship
Tuesday was a tremendous day at Little Rock Southwest High School for the amazing young woman featured above. Twice each year, students who register and complete a certain number of financial education modules become eligible for various prizes as part of US Bank’s Scholarship Program sweepstakes.
The more modules they finish, the more scholarship money they could earn. Iresha Williams was awarded a first prize scholarship from US Bank in the amount of $5,000. Iresha plans to become a traveling nurse. Thanks to US Bank, she is well on her way! Congrats, Iresha and thanks, U.S. Bank!
Scholarship Money Also Flowing at Parkview
Congratulations to Parkview senior, Joe Green III! He is the recipient of the 2022 #License2HOWL scholarship! This scholarship is made possible by Arkansas State University alumni and supporters who have purchased the #AState license plate and show their #PackPride. He will receive a $5,000 a year, renewable scholarship and will attend in the fall of '22.
Congratulations to Parkview senior, Joe Green III! He is the recipient of the 2022 #License2HOWL scholarship! This scholarship is made possible by Arkansas State University alumni and supporters who have purchased the #AState license plate and show their #PackPride. He will receive a $5,000 a year, renewable scholarship and will attend in the fall of '22.
Parkview Coach Scottie Thurman Named
5A Central Coach of the Year!
We are so proud that Parkview Patriot’s Scottie Thurman is part of the LRSD family! We congratulate him on his latest honor and thank him for his commitment to the young men he coaches at Parkview! #LRSDPowerofUS
It's a LRCH Swimming Trifecta!
After winning it all at the 6A state championship, LRCH swimming team continues to rack in the accolades. Huge congratulations to Jack Forrest, Youssef Bahgat and Ainsley Jenkins on being named to the All Preps Democrat Gazette Arkansas Swimmers! Jack Forrest was also named Swimmer of the Year and coach Mary Jo Heye was Named Coach of the Year. We are so proud of this group for all they have accomplished this season.
LRCH Historic Site Hosts Teen Summit
Students from the Little Rock School District (Central High, Southwest High, West High and Dunbar Middle School) and the Pine Bluff School District were selected to partner with STRONGER THAN, a special emphasis campaign that recognizes and celebrates the strength, courage, and resilience of women across diverse dimensions - historical and present day, sung and unsung. A special thanks to Ms. Elizabeth Eckford, who joined the group, a national icon who embodies the aforementioned characteristics.
Participating students will also be included in a music video and short film that will be released on Mother’s Day in May 2022.
Scott Field
Closed For Track Renovation
Monday-Friday, March 21-25, 2022
Closed For Track Renovation
Monday-Friday, March 21-25, 2022
In the interest of the health, safety, and well-being of our community, Scott Field will be closed during the week of Spring Break, March 21-25, 2022 to allow for renovation of the track.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your support in adhering to these guidelines.
Williams Magnet's Robotics Masters Advance to VEX IQ World Championship in Dallas!
Williams Magnet School’s Robotic Masters and The 5 Musketeers competed in the 2022 VEX IQ State Championship on March 10th. Students from around Arkansas travelled to ATU in Russellville to spend the day showing off their driving and autonomous skills using team designed robots. The Robotic Masters were awarded the Innovate Award which came with an invitation to the 2022 VEX IQ World Championship in Dallas, TX from May 10-12.
VEX IQ Challenge Pitching In is played on a 6’ x 8’ rectangular field configured as seen above. Two robots compete in the Teamwork Challenge as an alliance in 60 second long teamwork matches, working collaboratively to score points. Teams also compete in the Robot Skills Challenge where one robot takes the field to score as many points as possible. These matches consist of Driving Skills Matches, which will be entirely driver controlled, and Programming Skills Matches, which will be autonomous with limited human interaction.
Happy Women's History Month!
Today's WHM spotlight is Department of Fine Arts Coordinator, Dr. I.J. Routen. Dr. Routen was recently celebrated by The Spring Magazine for her accomplishments as a professional Jazz musician and award winning educator. We are so proud to have her on our team! #LRSDPowerofUs
Speaking of Which....You Won't Find a Better Way to Celebrate the Arts at LRSD
Click here for gallery: www.lrsd.org/artistryintherock
Don't Forget Today's Kick-off Event for
Don't Forget Today's Kick-off Event for
One Rock One Book
Click on link to see the kickoff video and find out more about every elementary school student will be reading during the campaign. Plus, there 's bonus info about a pre-K book!
Parkview's Spring Dance Concert! ON STAGE!
Directed by C. Michael Tidwell, M'Shay Callicott, and Megan Bettis
This hour and a half show is complete with dance forms such as tap, ballet, jazz, modern, ethnic, musical theatre, ballroom and more. Students will observe diversity, pieces with meaning, classics, and contemporary entertainment.
School Performances start at 10 am on Thursday, April 28 & Friday, April 29; student tickets $ 5.00
Don’t miss out on this special early bird price for the 10 am shows!
$3.00 if reservation email is received prior to Friday, April 15, 2022!
Public Performance starts at 7:00 pm on Friday, April 29; all tickets for that show are $10.00
Plan and Reserve your Field Trip Now!
To make school show reservations:
Reply to mshay.callicott@lrsd.org or call 501.447.2314 with:
1. Your school’s name
2. Contact name
3. Contact email and phone
4. Thursday show or Friday Show
5. Estimate of students/chaperones
We understand there may be changes in number of attending by a small degree. Let us know approximately how many seats to reserve and the final number can be submitted the day of the show.
Remember to order your busses by March 28!
Scott FieldClosed For Track RenovationMonday-Friday, March 21-25, 2022
Scott Field will be closed during the week of Spring Break, March 21-25, 2022 to allow for renovation of the track. Thanks for understanding!
Scott Field
Closed For Track Renovation
Monday-Friday, March 21-25, 2022
Important Reminder
Mask Guidance
7th Annual ACANSA Arts Festival of the South
Disney on Ice Dream Big Coming to Little Rock!
Event Information
Simmons Bank Arena
1 Simmons Bank Arena Dr., North Little Rock, AR, 72114
Pricing: $22, $32, $47, $57 and $72 (plus applicable service charges)
Phone: 501-975-9000
Join the fearless Moana and the greatest demigod that ever lived, Maui, on an action-packed voyage to restore the stolen heart of Te Fiti. Explore the Land of the Dead as Miguel from Disney Pixar’s Coco brings the festivities of Día de los Muertos to the ice. Get tangled up in Rapunzel’s hair-raising quest to see the floating lights. Travel to the kingdom of Arendelle with Anna, Elsa and Olaf in a dramatic retelling of the sisterly love that saved a kingdom. And discover the strength, bravery and kindness that inspired generation after generation with Jasmine, Ariel, Aurora, Belle and Cinderella.
While delivering the same magical experiences guests expect from Disney On Ice, Feld Entertainment is continuing Guest Wellness Enhancements to help keep families safe at its live events. Feld Entertainment is working closely with venue partners to establish and follow COVID-19 health and safety standards in accordance with all federal, state and local guidelines.
Show Dates and Times:
Thursday, April 14 – 7:30pm
(Opening Night Discount on select tickets for $17)
Friday, April 15 – 7:30pm
Baby Shark Live 2022 Splash Tour
Event Information
1 Verizon Arena Way, North Little Rock, AR, 72114
Pricing: Various
Phone: 501-975-9000
Pinkfong and Round Room Live are proud to announce that Baby Shark Live!, the fully immersive concert experience, will continue to splash across North America beginning in February 2022. The hit show will tour selected markets including North Little Rock on April 26 at 6pm.
Earn Classroom Supplies and Support AHA
In honor of Heart Month, the American Heart Association is launching a new opportunity for teachers to earn classroom supplies while helping save lives! Teachers and staff can create a personal page to share with friends and family. If you raise donations (levels listed below), you can earn classroom supplies! The best part is if you have donated for a Go Red shirt, that $25 will count towards your donations!
STEP 1: Text DHCLRSD to 71777
STEP 2: Create a personal page
STEP 3: Share your page with friends & family to raise donations for the American Heart Association for the chance to earn supplies!
BUNDLE LEVELS INCLUDE:
RAISE $100: Earn 1 Bundle
RAISE $250: Earn 3 Bundles
RAISE $500: Earn 5 Bundles
RAISE $1000: Earn 10 Bundles
The final day for donations is April 8th!
Mark Your Calendars for Kids Fest
Kids Fest Little Rock comes to the Statehouse Convention Center on Friday, April 15th, and Saturday, April 16th! Featuring minifigure displays, bounce houses, costumed heroes, princesses, community organizations, video games, tabletop games, a nerf battle maze, photo ops, and so much more!
Little Rock Zoo Presents Breakfast with a Twist
The Little Rock Zoo's Breakfast series, Breakfast With a Twist, has returned! Guests will enjoy a boxed continental breakfast at the Elephant Stage and a special keeper talk on a featured animal. After breakfast, guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy a painting session with Painting with a Twist staff! Following that, all guests are invited to stay and explore the Zoo.
*All guests must be 6 years old or older.
April 9 - Orangutan
May 14 - Colobus Monkey
June 11 – Baby Rhino calf, Kevin, and mom, Andazi
July 9 - Tiger
August 13 – Macaw
September 10- Penguins
Email: Zooevents@littlerock.gov for price and other details
Art Porter Education Music Scholarship
Now Accepting Applications!
