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The Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission kicks off Juneteenth federal holiday with a commemoration at Arkansas State Capitol
LITTLE ROCK-The mission of the Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission, a division of the Arkansas Department of Education, is to promote and preserve the life and legacy of Dr. King in our state; and to promote the principles of nonviolence and equality among all citizens. Our community outreach projects are designed to promote education, an appreciation for history, and to encourage youth to engage in positive leadership development and roles within their communities.
Read MoreThe Arkansas Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission kicks off Juneteenth federal holiday with a commemoration at Arkansas State CapitolWisper Internet Strengthens Ozarks Network
The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service. This benefit helps to connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and so much more.
Read MoreWisper Internet Strengthens Ozarks NetworkArkansas Scholarship Lottery Scholarship Deadline
Since 2010, the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery has helped raise more than $1.1 billion to fund more than 675,000 scholarships for students attending 51 Arkansas colleges and universities. This week we want to remind you about the fast-approaching deadline to apply for the next round of scholarships.
Read MoreArkansas Scholarship Lottery Scholarship DeadlineY-S Honors Elementary Students
Yellville-Summit proudly released the Second Semester Honor Roll for all A’s and 3.0 for the third grade through sixth grade. The following students received all A’s for the Second Semester: Third Grade All A’s - Addison Denzlinger, Olivia Duffy, Gracelyn Freeman, Aurora Gieck, Sarah Lane, Eben Rogers, Saben Thurman, Aaliyah Hennings, CJ Knighton, Rylan Robertson, Bailey Wallace, Andrew Brantner, Owen Dufresne, Cass Hill, Lilah Seward, Alayna Stumph, and Kasandra Yocham.
Read MoreY-S Honors Elementary StudentsSchools and Tourism in Arkansas
Little Rock – Two new virtual statewide charter schools have been approved by the Arkansas Board of Education. The board’s action allows Founders Classical Academy to add as many as 500 slots for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Read MoreSchools and Tourism in ArkansasEnsuring the Safety of Arkansas Students and Teachers
As our nation mourns the death of nineteen students and two teachers at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, the national conversation has turned again to the need to make our schools more secure. In Arkansas, educators and legislators have long recognized the need for vigilance to keep our children safe.
Read MoreEnsuring the Safety of Arkansas Students and TeachersUnattended baby wild animals might not be abandoned
Little Rock – Arkansas is blessed with an abundance of wildlife and their offspring. Throughout the spring and summer, it is not uncommon to come across unattended baby wild animals. But alone does not mean orphaned when it comes to wildlife.
Read MoreUnattended baby wild animals might not be abandonedLa Petite Roche Anniversary: Putting Little Rock on the Map
In 1722, when French explorer Jean-Baptiste Bernard de La Harpe and his crew were exploring by way of the Arkansas River, they came upon what they called “La Petite Roche” or “The Little Rock” on the south bank of the river. This “little rock” became a landmark for travelers and gave The Natural State the name for its future capital city.
Read MoreLa Petite Roche Anniversary: Putting Little Rock on the MapY-S Elementary Salutes Students
Yellville-Summit proudly released the 4th Quarter 9 Weeks Honor Roll for all A’s and 3.0 for the third grade through sixth grade. The following students received all A’s for the 4th Quarter 9 weeks:
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