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Sign language is for everyone! Let's learn some American Sign Language (ASL) together! Today, ASD's Eddie Schmeckenbecher, director of Student & Family Support Services, demonstrates how to sign the ASL alphabet.
#DeafAwareness
#Together4AR
#EngagementMattersAR
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Yesterday we issued the following guidance to school districts regarding 2020 seniors:
Seniors who are on track to graduate and in good standing as of the 3rd nine weeks reporting period will be considered “as meeting the graduation requirements” for the state of Arkansas. 1/3
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Due to a politically motivated lawsuit that is delaying enactment of the LEARNS Act, the State Board took emergency action to save the Marvell-Elaine School District or risk further harming students and putting them behind their peers. Learn more at .
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Educators: We know you are working hard for your students every day, but don't forget to take time to unwind too. Read your favorite book. Watch a fun movie. Play games with your family. Do whatever makes you happy. You are all amazing!
#TeachersInspireAR
#COVID19
#COVID19Ar
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Thank you Arkansas School Districts for showing care for students in practical ways! A full 90% of districts in our state are distributing some sort of meal service to their students during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to 30% of nationwide schools.
#COVID19
#ARStudentFocused
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School buses will soon be back on the road for the new school year. Commissioner Key wants all motorists to remember that when the lights on a school bus are flashing red, that means there are kids ahead.
#2018FlashingRed
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Teachers are superheroes! Thank you to all Arkansas teachers who are using their superpowers to help shape the future of countless numbers of students! Tag your favorite superheroes of teaching!
#TeachersInspireAR
#TeachArkansas
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Arkansas has some AMAZING educators! Thank you to everyone who is going the extra mile to make sure students understand the current situation, encouraging them to remain calm, and keeping them engaged!
#COVID19
#COVID19Ar
#TeachersInspireAR
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We are pleased to announce that Dr. Kiffany Pride has been named the new assistant commissioner for the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Learning Services division. Pride will assume her new role July 1. Learn more at .
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This.
A teacher in Saline County reacts to answers from
@AsaHutchinson
tonight on
@THV11
with Dawn Scott.
#Arkansas
#630Central
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ADE Commissioner Johnny Key appointed Dr. Jeremy Owoh as the Pine Bluff School District superintendent. Owoh, the ADE assistant commissioner of Educator Effectiveness since July 2017, will assume his new role on Monday, Sept. 17.
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ICYMI: Talk Business & Politics published an op-ed by Governor
@SarahHuckabee
reflecting on her one-year in office. You can read the full article, highlighting
#ArkansasLEARNS
as one of many policies she proudly championed and enacted last year, at .
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The Arkansas Supreme Court’s ruling today was a huge win for students, teachers, and education in Arkansas. We are pleased with the court’s ruling and will immediately resume efforts to implement the most bold, comprehensive education reform law in the nation.
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Congratulations to the 2020 Arkansas Teacher of the Year! Stay tuned for more pictures and information!
#TeachArkansas
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It's August 1, and LEARNS is law! Visit the LEARNS website to learn more about the law and implementation: .
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15 exceptional teachers from around the state were honored today as 2020 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Regional Finalists. Four were announced as semi-finalists for the 2020 ATOY during a ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion. Congratulations to all of these outstanding educators!
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Commissioner Key had the pleasure of meeting Akire Lynn Williamson today! Williamson, a 5th-grader at Murrell Taylor Elem., wrote an anti-bullying book and companion journal titled "Twinkle." She recently won a Peace Award in Chicago and a No Bullying Hero Award in DC.
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We have worked with
@ArkansasPBS
@APSRC
and
@VirtualArkansas
to create AMI content that schools can use after
#SpringBreak
! More details coming next week.
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This month marks the launch of the seventh annual Flashing Red. Kids Ahead. school bus safety campaign! Learn more at
#2019FlashingRed
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Welcome to Cathy Beckham's classroom! Cathy is one of four 2020 Arkansas Teacher of the Year State Semi-Finalists.
#TeachArkansas
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Secretary Jacob Oliva visited with more than 20 superintendents today at the Arch Ford Education Service Cooperative. The secretary is traveling the state to meet with superintendents at every co-op to discuss LEARNS, standard revisions, and the new student assessment for 2024.
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Arkansas is leading the nation in student-focused education! Arkansas' shift in reading instruction was recently featured nationally on "PBS NewsHour." Watch the story at the following link: .
#ARStudentFocused
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This week is Teacher Appreciation Week and
@AsaHutchinson
has a special video message for all Arkansas teachers. Find ideas for celebrating the teachers in your district at .
#TeachersInspireAR
#TeachArkansas
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Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10. Commissioner Johnny Key would like to thank all Arkansas educators for their daily commitment to their students. Get ideas for celebrating the teachers in your district at .
#TeachArkansas
#TeachersInspireAR
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The following institutions have extended their WiFi access to parking lots for public use. We encourage students to take advantage of this access.
#COVID19
#COVID19Ar
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Congratulations to 2017 Superintendent of the Year Jon Collins who was recognized at today’s State Board Meeting! Mr. Collins is superintendent at West Memphis School District.
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You asked and we heard! We have extended Arkansas AMI, the collaboration with Arkansas PBS through May 22.
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Congratulations to Dr. Ivy Pfeffer on being named the ADE deputy commissioner! Learn more about Dr. Pfeffer at .
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Educators are all about READING at the Science of Reading Conference in Hot Springs! What a great day of learning, sharing, and networking!
#RISEArkansas
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ADE Team members attending Professional Learning Communities at Work™ Institute in Atlanta focusing on school improvement!
#atplc
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Julie Callison of Drew Central decided to create a culture of reading on her daily bus route. Students get books to read/share. Friday afternoons a "Special Guest Reader" reads over the speaker to the whole bus. Her bus riders love this!
#RISEArkansas
#TeachArkansas
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Exciting news!! Learn more about this new policy at .
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Get ready for the 2020 Arkansas Department of Education Summit in Hot Springs! It will be three awesome days of learning and sharing this summer! We can't wait to see you at the Summit!
#Together4AR
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During this holiday season, give a special thanks to those amazing educators across the state! Retweet and tag a teacher who deserves to be recognized for putting students first this year. Use the hashtag
#ARTeacherImpact
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We’re celebrating the amazing teachers in Arkansas! Thank you for all that you do for students! Check out this special video message from Arkansas Department of Education Commissioner Johnny Key at .
#TeachersInspireAR
#TeachArkansas
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Check out Secretary Johnny Key's special back-to-school message for all students, parents, teachers, and administrators. How are you going to make this the best school year ever? We would love to hear from you!
#ARStudentFocused
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ADE honored 10 schools today for their efforts to increase reading instruction, build community partnerships, and promote a culture of reading! The 2019 Outstanding R.I.S.E. Arkansas School Award winners were recognized at the ADE Summit in Hot Springs: .
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Congratulations Randi House, 2018 Arkansas Teacher of the Year!
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We are proud of our library media specialists around the state! You make a difference every day and help promote a culture of reading!
#RISEArkansas
#ARTeacherImpact
Arkansas’ Governor
@AsaHutchinson
pointed out that schools with certified LIbrary Media Specialists score 60% higher on standardized tests. Thank you for your support!
#AAIM18
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This afternoon Secretary Johnny Key talked about the importance of educator preparation and professional development for the science of reading at
@CCSSO
’s National Summit on Literacy in Washington, D.C.
#RISEArkansas
#ARStudentFocused
#CCSSOLiteracy
#StatesLeading
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The Arkansas Department of Education is pleased to announce the 202 new National Board Certified teachers in Arkansas. To see a list of the new NBCTs and view photos from an event honoring them, please visit .
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Congratulations to the 2022 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Jessica Saum! Ms. Saum is a special education teacher at Stagecoach Elementary School in the Cabot School District! Learn more about her at .
#TeachArkansas
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Thank you to all of our Arkansas educators, students, parents and patrons! You are AWESOME. Team ADE deeply appreciates your service, support and leadership during this time.
#COVID19AR
#Together4AR
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Commissioner Johnny Key, Dr. Bryan Duffie, Dr. Jeremy Owoh and Courtney Cochran prepare to talk about ESSA on “Arkansans Ask,” live at 7 p.m. tonight on PBS!
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It may be April Fools’ Day, but we aren’t joking around when we say…THANK YOU! We appreciate all of the hard work Arkansans are putting in to keep education going during unprecedented times. We will get through this together!
#COVID19AR
#EngagementMattersAR
#ARStudentFocused
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Better access to mental-health counseling for students must be a priority as Arkansas leaders look for ways to tighten security at public schools, Gov. Hutchinson said today as he accepted preliminary report from the AR School Safety Commission. Details: .
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A big THANK YOU to all of the educators, parents and students for participating in Arkansas AMI! Today was the first day of this amazing effort! Remember: The link to the schedules, lessons and resources is .
#COVID19AR
#Together4AR
@ArkansasPBS
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Arkansas AMI starts today! The AR AMI Hotline will operate from 8 AM-8 PM each day! The hotline will be staffed by ADE & is intended to support educators, parents, and students who have AMI questions. For more info, visit .
#COVID19AR
#Together4AR
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In a one-day survey this spring, AR school bus drivers reported more than 850 instances where motorists illegally passed stopped school buses. Jerry Owens discusses the importance of the Flashing Red. Kids Ahead. campaign: .
#2018FlashingRed
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Teachers are using Twitter to personalize their professional development! Read about how
@bethhill2829
@nortnik
@Lindsey_Bohler
are using the
#EduAR
Twitter chat to connect educators for students! Become a part of the
#EduAR
network this Thursday at 8:30 p.m.
#TeachArkansas
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ADE's Stacy Smith announced the G.U.I.D.E. for Life standards during Day 2 of the ADE Summit! They provide a plan for K-12 schools - 5 key principles students can follow to achieve personal success. Stop by the G.U.I.D.E. table at the conference or visit .
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Over 90 educators from across the state have been working in partnership with ADE's assessment unit to align the ACT Aspire test questions to the Arkansas State Standards. This could impact future testing items for our Arkansas students. Thank you for serving!
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We are extremely excited about the approval of Arkansas' Every Student Succeeds Act plan! Thank you for providing input and feedback over the last year and a half!
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Gov. Asa Hutchinson & ADE Commissioner Johnny Key recognized 4 teachers today as 2019 Arkansas Teacher of the Year State Semi-Finalists. Congratulations to Candace Wilson, Chrystal Burkes, Vanessa Stewart, & Stacey McAdoo!
#TeachArkansas
#TeachersInspireAR
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In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, in partnership with the ADE, teachers can visit the
@LittleRockZoo
for FREE with their teacher I.D. the ENTIRE MONTH OF MAY!! Thank you, Brian Kutsch, for sharing why the LR Zoo appreciates teachers!
#TogetherWeAre
#TeachArkansas
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The State Board today recognized seven Arkansas teachers who were selected as 2017 state finalists for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching! Congratulations to these outstanding educators!
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Just giving a Friday shout out to all the teachers across the state transforming the lives of our students every day!
#ARTeacherImpact
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Congratulations to educators from Bryant, North Little Rock, Pine Bluff, and Springdale on being named the four state semi-finalists for Arkansas Teacher of the Year! Stay tuned for more information!
#TeachArkansas
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Today the State Board adopted a resolution recognizing April as Month of the Military Child - noting the sacrifices made by children whose parents serve in the military. Four families representing branches of the military were recognized. Learn more: .
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Commissioner Johnny Key spoke at the Arkansas ASCD conference today in Hot Springs. This year’s conference focused on personalized learning. To learn more, visit .
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“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” – The Declaration of the Independence
#IndependenceDay2020
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Check out this special back-to-school message from Governor Asa Hutchinson! He hopes that everyone has a great school year.
@AsaHutchinson
also encourages motorists to remember Flashing Red. Kids Ahead. when they see school buses to the road.
#2018FlashingRed
#ARStudentFocused
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LEARNS clearly states that the state will fund the cost of raising minimum teacher salaries up to $50,000 and provide the $2,000 raises outlined in law. Districts are welcome to cover costs that go above that. To say the state isn't contributing enough money is simply not true.
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Congratulations to the 14 outstanding teachers from around the state who have been named 2019 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Regional Finalists! Learn more at .
#TeachArkansas
#TeachersInspireAR
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We are so proud of all the NBCTs who received their renewals! Congratulations! Thank you for continuing to learn and grow through the NBCT process.
#NBCTstrong
#TeachArkansas
They're here, they're here! Renewal Candidates - go check your results! Congratulations to all who have embarked on this part of their
#NBCTstrong
journey 💪🏽
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We are so proud of the work being done through our
#RISEArkansas
initiative! Students are growing and communities are reading! ADE team member
@rsjrsmith
is leading the way.
.
@ArkansasEd
changes the way it's teaching reading pushed by parents of students w/
#Dyslexia
. Here's Dept of Ed's Stacy Smith.
@educationweek
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Commissioner Johnny Key and Deputy Commissioner Ivy Pfeffer visited Park Avenue Elementary in the Stuttgart School District today to learn about the Real Men Read Program and see the science of reading being taught in a kindergarten classroom.
#RISEArkansas
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Congratulations to the 2024 Arkansas Teacher of the Year State Semi-Finalists: Beau McCastlain (De Queen), Kassadi Seidenschnur (Bryant), Jeremy Kennedy (Greenbrier), and Nicole Franklin (Fort Smith). Stay tuned for more information!
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Secretary Johnny Key has a message for all motorists as a part of the Flashing Red. Kids Ahead. school bus safety campaign.
#2019FlashingRed
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We appreciate everything that teachers and families are doing to keep education going during our current situation! Remember to celebrate even the smallest of accomplishments and take a few moments each day to unwind.
#COVID19
#COVID19AR
#ARStudentFocused
We know you might be stressed with everything going on right now. Take some time and practice
#SelfCare
! We're
#InThisTogether
, so take it one day at a time and appreciate yourself!
#COVID19Ark
#weARstrong
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With school starting tomorrow for many students around the state, we want to remind motorists that it is illegal to pass a stopped school bus when its red lights are flashing, as students are getting on and off the bus. Remember: Flashing Red. Kids Ahead.
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We have an important update! The 2020 ADE Summit will be held in June, but now plans call for it to be delivered on a digital platform and it is FREE! Watch this brief message from Education Secretary Johnny Key for details!
#Summit2020
#Together4AR
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Here’s a quick tip for parents on how to keep their children in a routine while they are home due to school closures. Remember: It’s important to avoid the snow day mentality. Think long-range about ways to help keep your child’s learning on track.
#COVID19AR
#Together4AR
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It's a new year with NO LIMITS! Encourage high school students you know to take the ACT multiple times. Also, remind students that there is no limit to what they can do!
#NoLimitsAR
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Gov. Asa Hutchinson and the Arkansas Department of Education are excited to announce that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded Arkansas a five-year grant totaling $38 million to improve literacy in the state. .
#RISEArkansas
#ARStudentFocused
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What is a PLC? Learn all about it in this quick and fun video featuring
@ArkansasEd
team members and Dr. Luis Cruz, an associate with Solution Tree.
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The 2018 Arkansas Teacher of the Year State Semi-Finalists were announced during ceremony today at the Capitol!
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DESE &
@ArkansasPBS
have partnered to support teachers, families, & students by providing Arkansas AMI Learning Guides associated with PBS educational programming. Want to learn more about Arkansas AMI?
#COVID19
#COVID19Ar
#ARStudentFocused
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The new Code of Ethics for Arkansas Educators training video will be released Friday, August 3! Be sure to watch the promotional clip below!
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AR Students: Keep reading, learning and growing during the summer break! Your local public library has so much to offer! You can read new books, participate in fun activities and make new friends!
#ArkansasLibraries
#Together4AR
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Today Secretary of Education
@JohnnyKey_AR
announced the cancellation of
@ACT
Aspire testing for 2020. We will seek the assessment waiver from
@usedgov
. Thank you
@BetsyDeVosED
for working with
@CCSSO
to make this available.
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Social distancing doesn’t mean you have to disconnect from your family and friends. Here are a few tips on staying in touch and being active during this time.
#COVID19AR
#Together4AR
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Congratulations to Akire Williamson, a 9-year-old student in the Jacksonville School District, who was recognized at today’s State Board meetings the author of a book about anti-bullying called "Twinkle". She received the No Bullying Hero Award was recognized in Washington, D.C.
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We are excited to announce the 2021 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Regional Finalists! Congratulations to all! Learn more at .
#TeachArkansas
#TeachersInspireAR
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ADE Deputy Commissioner Ivy Pfeffer and ADE Commissioner Johnny Key recognized Dr. Sarah Moore, center, at today’s State Board meeting. Moore has served at the education liaison at the Governor’s Office.
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We are so proud of these awesome ladies - the ADE Race for the Cure Team! Thanks to all who supported this very important effort! The team won 1st place for largest in government category.
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Check out Deputy Commissioner Dr. Ivy Pfeffer's back-to-school message! She is excited to see what new opportunities will come during the 2018-2019 school year.
#ARStudentFocused
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Congratulations to Susanna Post, Tia Brickey, Susan Henderson, & Amber Harbin, who were named as semi-finalists for 2021 Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Learn more at .
#TeachArkansas
#TeachersInspireAR
Photo By Randall Lee, Office of
@AsaHutchinson
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A new school year begins in a few days. AR students & teachers are eager to return to their classrooms, but they need your help! Get your COVID vaccination so AR can have a safe & healthy year. All Arkansans age 12+ are eligible to receive the vaccine & it’s FREE.
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To encourage more Arkansans to consider teaching as a profession, the Arkansas Department of Education has launched the Teach Arkansas campaign today! Learn more at .
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AR Teachers and Students: Team ADE wanted to let you know that we miss you. We’’re very proud of your continued hard work and commitment to education. Stay safe. Stay healthy. Remember to practice social distancing.
#COVID19AR
#Together4AR
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Congrats to
@lrsd
educators and students! Seven schools saw letter grade increases in 2019. Stay tuned for more schools that will be featured this week in our Schools on the Move campaign! The campaign runs through March 2020.
#ARStudentFocused
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We are pleased to announce the names of the 15 exceptional teachers selected 2020 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Regional Finalists! They will be recognized & the four state semi-finalists will be announced at a special event August 1. Learn more at .
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Thank you for participating in the Twitter Chat this evening! We look forward to continuing the conversation around Leading a High Reliability School next Monday, February 4, at 8 p.m. In preparation for our upcoming chats, please read chapters 1-4 in the HRS book.
#HRS4AR
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Here is Saturday’s BIG Computer Science Announcement! This year’s State Coding Competition will be held at Arkansas State University in May. Check out these amazing prizes! Read about all seven BIG announcements in Monday’s press release.
#CSforAR
#ARKidsCanCode
@AnthonyOwenADE
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Excited for 1st event in the
#TeachArkansas
Lecture Series! ADE, along with AEA, ASTA, and AAEA, will host the free series for all AR educators! We will welcome
#NTOY17
@SydneyChaffee
on June 4 to discusses culturally responsive teaching. Register here
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To assist schools with preparing to welcome students and educators back to campus this fall, the DESE’s School Health Unit is providing employee screening kits for every public school around the state.
#Ready4Learning
#COVID19AR
#Together4AR
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Two teams with one dream! ADE and Arkansas PBS are committed to AR students & their academic progress. We’re providing Arkansas AMI Learning Guides and special TV programming starting Monday, March 30. For more info, visit .
#COVID19AR
#AMI4AR
#Together4AR
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