AMI Days extended to 10 days and Opportunity to Submit Application Extended to May 1. http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4331
NOTICE: DESE, in collaboration with the AR Dept. of Health, releases guidance for schools regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?Id=4328
February 21, 2020, AASBO/AAFC/DESE Drive-In Conference video recordings and presentation materials now available. http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4322
Education Week article, "9 Things Educators Need to Know About Coronavirus." https://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2020/02/28/9-things-educators-need-to-know-about.html?cmp=eml-enl-eu-news2&M=59054215&U=1120007&UUID=e667a215029eabf4f3289da6b728d4f6
The DESE Child Nutrition Unit (CNU) is accepting applications from elementary schools that want to participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) for SY 20-21 – pending approval of federal funding. http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4321
Nine out of 10 students attend a public school. Public schools welcome EVERY child—regardless of ability or needs. There has never been a more important time than now to speak out about the value of public education. #PublicSchoolProud #PSW20 www.publicschoolproud.org
There is no better time than now to speak out about the value of public education. Take the Pledge for Public Schools and ask others to share their support. #PublicSchoolProud www.publicschoolproud.org
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Census data provide the basis for distributing more than $675 billion in federal funds, including Title I, special ed., and school lunches. .https://www.nassp.org/event/the-census-in-context-what-you-need-to-know-for-2020/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=pu&utm_campaign=sa-0052
Don't miss the 2020 AASBO Conference. Online registration ends tomorrow, February 26th. Click the link to register now! https://www.theaaea.org/article/173213?org=aaea
Strong public schools proudly serve their communities and students, backed by the passion and commitment of thousands of educators. Pledge your support for public schools and get involved: www.publicschoolproud.org #PublicSchoolProud
Public education is the bedrock of our nation's democracy. By strengthening our public schools, we strengthen our country. Celebrate Public Schools Week 2020 Feb. 24-28. #PublicSchoolProud #PSW20 www.publicschoolproud.org
The U.S. House of Representatives will be voting on a critical piece of anti-vaping legislation this week. Send a message to your Rep. urging them to support H.R. 2339. https://p2a.co/9nS0hpX?MessageRunDetailID=1385850876&PostID=11889351&utm_medium=email&utm_source=rasa_io
The ADE has released the 2020-2021 preliminary testing calendar. See Commissioner's Memo LS-20-078 for details.
http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4317
On February 13, DESE hosted a webinar titled “Key Components to an Approved FACE Plan”. The training was recorded and serves as the primary support for 2020-21 FACE plans and supports school and district plans.http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?Id=4316
Our nation’s economic and social well-being
is tied to public education. Supporting public
schools today builds a stronger workforce of
tomorrow. #PublicSchoolProud #PSW20
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At the AAFC/AASBO Collaborative Session on Friday Cabot School District's Aaron Randolph, Melanie Duerkop, Tina Wiley and Paula Russell close the session by sharing how they work together on Federal programs and finance for continuous school improvement.
An educated nation is a stronger nation.
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and support Public Schools Week, Feb. 24-
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Public schools open their doors to every child— regardless of ability, race, wealth, language, or religion. Take the Pledge for Public Schools and get involved at:
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Every child in America deserves a great
public school-–for their future, and ours.
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