During the August board meeting, we welcomed new board members and introduced new employees. Lisa Schuller provided Dyslexia MOUs, while Kelli Parson provided updates on our preschool program. Additionally, reports were shared on TCC and Systems Support.
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1 day ago, DMESC
board meeting
🌟 Happy Speech Pathology Week! 🌟
A huge thank you to our incredible speech pathologists! Your hard work makes a lasting impact on our students' lives, helping them find their voices and communicate with confidence. 💬❤️
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1 day ago, DMESC
SpeechPathologyWeek
Paraprofessional needed in the Mena area
Applicant must have a CDA, or have willingness to obtain it within 1 year. Applicant must pass background checks, provide references, work well in a team, enjoy working with children, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Please send resume to Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org.
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5 days ago, DMESC
Job Opening
✨ SAVE THE DATES!!
Featuring: Angela Fraley
CPS Conscious Discipline Master Instructor & Certified Prevention Specialist
Ready to transform your classroom? Join us for this powerful session on Conscious Discipline, a proven approach that equips educators with practical tools to handle challenges with confidence while creating a safe, supportive learning environment.

Discover strategies that not only improve classroom management today but also help students develop the leadership skills they’ll carry into the future. Don’t miss this chance to learn from nationally recognized expert Angela Fraley and walk away inspired, empowered, and ready to lead change.

👉 This event is proudly sponsored by DMESC LOCAL LEADS Program.
Registration Link: https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=567652
5 days ago, DMESC
Local Leads Conscious Discipline

Hard to believe it's been 40 years! In 1985, our member districts started a new school year with a brand new partner—Arkansas’s Education Service Cooperatives. This year marks four decades of supporting schools across the state thanks to Act 349 of 1985, which established fifteen cooperatives. DMESC is proud to be one of the original 15. Happy 40th birthday to us and all Arkansas co-ops! Here’s to many more years of service and support.

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7 days ago, DMESC
40th Year Anniversary
This school year has started with lots of fun with the FROG STREET curriculum. Local Leads Captain Karen Garner, was thrilled to provide this quality curriculum to several area providers of daycare/preschools. These providers were eager to present Fanny the FrogStreet puppet to the children. One of the goals of Local Leads is to ensure that every child is receiving a quality curriculum. Karen Garner stated that the mission of Local Leads is to have every child from birth to age 5 provided with high-quality interactions through curriculum. This mission is being completed as Local Leads continue to meet the needs of all children and are providing the BEST to help them succeed. LOCAL LEADS... meeting children where they are and helping them succeed.
8 days ago, DMESC
local leads
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Enjoy your well-deserved break and make the most of this wonderful weekend.

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11 days ago, DMESC
happy weekend
Foster Grandparent Program celebrates 60 years nationwide this year. Our
DMESC program celebrates 28 years.
Why do teachers want a foster grandparent in their classroom?
Here are some direct quotes:
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11 days ago, DMESC
Foster Grandparents

ATLAS Assessment Recruitment for 25/26 Test Reviews
As you all know, the ability to create our own state assessment is something we have wanted for years, and we are beginning year three of having our own state test. Because building our own test is an ongoing process, the Assessment unit is continuing to build and update the bank of educators to use throughout the year for item review, bias review, data review, etc. We would love educators who have a strong knowledge of the standards and testing in general. We need specialists, IFs, teachers, administration, coop educators, etc.
If interested, please fill out the Google form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHruGm1cCZaX-g4jKJXbaux8Ee1v-iswzkwtYEABXY2xZiRQ/viewform?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExOXRPanJsOXNsTWh0VE8wcwEe9J3dq3bwDUppYsp9ncPZSL0mAlIRAr3DaQ8ZdPNdz21IKExk7byRz1oEAlk_aem_iCEQv-zWt88tPp_veTvGAA
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11 days ago, DMESC
Atlas
Applications are open, and they are hosting informational sessions for the next several weeks. Applications close Sept 19, 2025. A great opportunity for schools to purchase kits to accompany their HQIM’s, purchase HQPL, etc. up to $10,000.

Here’s the website link: https://arkansasstemcoalition.com/programs/excellence-in-stem-grant/apply-for-excellence-in-stem-education-grant/

Application PDF (word versions available on the website): https://arkansasstemcoalition.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Request-for-Applications-16-2025-26-FINAL.pdf
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11 days ago, DMESC
STEM Coalition
Foster Grandparent Program celebrates 60 years nationwide this year. Our
DMESC program celebrates 28 years.
Why do teachers want a foster grandparent in their classroom?
Here are some direct quotes:
#yourBESTsolution
#thinkcoop1st
#AmericorpsSeniors
#FosterGrandparents60
13 days ago, DMESC
Foster Grandparent Program
Foster Grandparents are excited and READY to make a difference as they head back to school!
We gathered for dynamic workshops—watching mini educational videos and diving into lively discussions.
Let’s cheer them on as they inspire, mentor, and support the next generation.
📸 Swipe to see their smiles, teamwork, and the fun moments that brought us together!
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14 days ago, DMESC
Foster Grandparent Program
Foster Grandparent Program
Foster Grandparent Program
Foster Grandparent Program
Foster Grandparent Program celebrates 60 years nationwide this year. Our
DMESC program celebrates 28 years.
Why do teachers want a foster grandparent in their classroom?
Here are some direct quotes:
#yourBESTsolution
#thinkcoop1st
#AmericorpsSeniors
#FosterGrandparents60
14 days ago, DMESC
Foster Grandparents
🎉📚 Welcome Back to School! 🚀✨
DMESC is excited to kick off a new school year with all our districts! Let’s make this year one of growth and learning. Together, we’re ready to inspire and support our students every step of the way.
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14 days ago, DMESC
happy school year
Teachers — You Don’t Have to Be “Always On” ✋
This school year, protect your time and your sanity with these quick tech boundaries:
✅ Schedule Emails — Use Gmail’s Scheduled Send so you work on your time, not everyone else’s.
✅ Do Not Disturb — Block pings after hours with Focus Mode or custom notifications.
✅ Mini Digital Breaks — Try apps like Forest or Freedom to unplug.
✅ Audit Alerts — Turn off non-urgent notifications for a calmer mind.
✅ Log Out — Remove work email from your phone after hours.
✅ Mindful Habits — Set reminders to stretch, breathe, and hydrate.

💡 Remember: Logging off isn’t laziness — it’s longevity. Your students need the best version of you, all year long.
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14 days ago, DMESC
Back to school
Foster Grandparent Program celebrates 60 years nationwide this year. Our
DMESC program celebrates 28 years.
Why do teachers want a foster grandparent in their classroom?
Here are some direct quotes:
#yourBESTsolution
#thinkcoop1st
#AmericorpsSeniors
#FosterGrandparents60
14 days ago, DMESC
Foster Grandparent Program
🚀🎒 We’re officially on the road to a fantastic new school year! Our back-to-school faculty meeting was a great way to kick off the year. Mr. Weston shared some important legislative updates, and our specialists and staff brought us all up to speed with exciting program updates.
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14 days ago, DMESC
Staff Meeting
Staff Meeting
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15 days ago, DMESC
board meeting
It's time to go back to school! Don’t forget to reach out to DMESC for any needs that you have! If you haven’t downloaded our APP, do so NOW!
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16 days ago, DMESC
DMESC APP
Our first SUB FAIR at Oden ABC was a great success!
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19 days ago, DMESC
ABC Sub Fair