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!
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.
Principal Pool Application Process Now Open
"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.
Soup Sunday Around the Corner
For more information and tickets: https://www.aradvocates.org/events/central-arkansas-soup-sunday-2024/
Scholarship Opportunity for Students
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