Congratulations to April Hagans, Principal of Clinton Elementary School, who was recently named the Arkansas Association of Elementary School Principals (AAESP) Principal of the Year!
Congratulations to Chelsea Jennings, Assistant Principal at Lakeside Junior High School, who has been announced the 2021 NASSP National Assistant Principal of the Year! “We are proud to recognize Chelsea Jennings as the 2021 NASSP Assistant Principal of the Year for her tremendous leadership in developing a positive school culture to ensure the well-being and safety of her students, their families and their community,” said Ronn Nozoe, CEO of NASSP. “We salute Ms. Jennings’ drive and efforts to prioritize the social-emotional well-being of her students through innovative solutions and continued advocacy. During one of the most challenging years ever faced by the education community, it’s inspiring to see how Ms. Jennings has worked to support and empower families to feel safe and connected.” Read more here: https://www.nassp.org/success-stories/recognition-programs/assistant-principal-of-the-year/national-assistant-principal-of-the-year-winners/
DESE has created a guidance document regarding possible uses of ESSER funds to support local educational agencies (LEAs) in effectively utilizing ESSER funds to meet the needs of Arkansas public schools. For details: http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4715
Governor Hutchinson will provide an update to media tomorrow at 1:15 p.m. regarding the legislative session, followed by his weekly COVID-19 update. The news conference will be live-streamed here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/GovernorAsaHutchinson/live
In its Monday COVID update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 117 new cases; 2,863 active cases; 250 hospitalized, which is up 7 from Sunday; 58 on ventilators, which is up 3 from Sunday; deaths added today, 7, for a total of 5,481.
DESE announces 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant opportunities. For details: http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4689
Update - 2021-2022 School-Based Health Center Request for Applications. http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4664
Governor Hutchinson will provide an update to media today at 1:30 regarding Arkansas’s COVID-19 response. The Governor will also give an update on vaccine distribution. The news conference will be live-streamed here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/GovernorAsaHutchinson/live
In its Monday COVID update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 245 new cases; 4,899 active cases; 588 hospitalized, which is up 11 from Sunday; 109 on ventilators, which is down 5 from Sunday; deaths added today, 6, for a total of 5,363.
Congratulations to Sharon Chuculate with the Clarksville SD, the 20-21 Arkansas School Business Administrator of the Year! #AAEA #AASBO
In its Monday COVID update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 637 new cases; 15,320 active cases; 777 hospitalized, which is down 4 from Sunday; 142 on ventilators, which is up 16 from Sunday; deaths added today, 30.
Below are district vacancies posted on the AAEA Job Board for the week of February 8-12, 2021.
In its Wednesday COVID update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 2,426 new cases; 16,533 active cases; 884 hospitalized, which is up 15 from Tuesday; 142 on ventilators, which is up 1 from Tuesday; deaths added today, 46, for a total of 4,985.
In its Monday COVID update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 1,226 new cases; 16,665 active cases; 889 hospitalized, which is down 24 from Sunday; 146 on ventilators, which is down 2 from Sunday; deaths added today, 27, for a total of 4,895.
Governor Hutchinson has proclaimed the week of February 1-5, 2021 as National School Counselor Week in Arkansas. For more information: http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?Id=4657
In its Wednesday COVID update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 1,777 new cases; 17,686 active cases; 1,029 hospitalized, which is down 66 from Tuesday; 157 on ventilators, which is down 19 from Tuesday; deaths added today, 52, for a total of 4,742.
DESE announces the Coordinated School Health (CSH) third quarterly meeting, to be held Wednesday, February 3. For details: http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?Id=4652
DESE recently launched a new version of its website. It is anticipated that the new site, which was built internally by the department’s Office of Information Technology, will save the state $50,000 in its first year. https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/
To assist with 20-21 school year planning/ programming, DESE has developed a new Digital Learning webpage. The updates & revisions support the next steps to provide students quality digital learning options. For details: http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4648
DESE released a Abbreviated 2020 School Report Card on January 19. Because of disruptive events in 19-20, some items typically included in accountability and reporting are not available. For details: http://adecm.arkansas.gov/ViewApprovedMemo.aspx?id=4645