Ashley Kincannon, Arkansas Computer Science Specialist, guided participants through interactive, hands-on computer science activities that combined creativity with coding.
We appreciate Ashley’s continued support and the impact she is making on computer science across our districts!
#yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st #ARKidsCanCode #CSforAll
We appreciate Ashley’s continued support and the impact she is making on computer science across our districts!
#yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st #ARKidsCanCode #CSforAll
We’re excited to share our full lineup of Summer Professional Development opportunities designed to support teaching and learning across all content areas!
Take a look, plan ahead, and get registered—we can’t wait to learn with you this summer!
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https://sites.google.com/dmesc.org/dmesc-2025-summer-professional/home
Take a look, plan ahead, and get registered—we can’t wait to learn with you this summer!
#thinkcoop1st
https://sites.google.com/dmesc.org/dmesc-2025-summer-professional/home
Beau McCastlain, DMESC’s CTE Coordinator, joined educational leaders from across Arkansas today at the Caddo Career Expo hosted by Caddo Academy!
With over 40 leaders in attendance, the day included campus tours, time with the Student Leadership Team, and meaningful conversations with staff and community partners about the exciting work happening at Caddo.
AAEA and AACTEA supported this event!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution #WeAreCaddo
With over 40 leaders in attendance, the day included campus tours, time with the Student Leadership Team, and meaningful conversations with staff and community partners about the exciting work happening at Caddo.
AAEA and AACTEA supported this event!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution #WeAreCaddo
Learning, but make it cozy ☕✨ PD in Your PJs is back—and this year, you can customize your experience with certifications in AI, Canva, Google, Formative, and more.
50+ tools.
Your pace.
Your space.
Stay comfy. Learn big.
The DMESC escWorks session numbers are:
June - https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=577012
and
July - https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=577013
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
50+ tools.
Your pace.
Your space.
Stay comfy. Learn big.
The DMESC escWorks session numbers are:
June - https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=577012
and
July - https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=577013
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
🩷She won.!🩷
And if you know us… you know that means... we won.
Today we celebrate Allison, our amazing Behavior Support Specialist, on being cancer-free! Her courage and strength have lifted our entire co-op, and we couldn’t be more proud to celebrate this victory together.
Allison, you did it—and we are cheering BIG for you!🎉
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
And if you know us… you know that means... we won.
Today we celebrate Allison, our amazing Behavior Support Specialist, on being cancer-free! Her courage and strength have lifted our entire co-op, and we couldn’t be more proud to celebrate this victory together.
Allison, you did it—and we are cheering BIG for you!🎉
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
#yourBESTsolution
We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
🎉 Happy National Assistant Principal Week! 💙
DMESC celebrates the incredible assistant principals across our districts who lead, support, and make a difference every day. Thank you for your dedication to students, staff, and school communities!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
DMESC celebrates the incredible assistant principals across our districts who lead, support, and make a difference every day. Thank you for your dedication to students, staff, and school communities!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
🌷 Happy Easter from DMESC! 🐰
Wishing our educators, students, and communities a joyful day filled with hope, renewal, and time with those who matter most.
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
Wishing our educators, students, and communities a joyful day filled with hope, renewal, and time with those who matter most.
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
📚 School Library Month Spotlight 💙
We appreciate the librarians across our districts who go above and beyond to support students, promote literacy, and create spaces where learning thrives. Your impact is felt every day—thank you!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
We appreciate the librarians across our districts who go above and beyond to support students, promote literacy, and create spaces where learning thrives. Your impact is felt every day—thank you!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
📊 Math Awareness Month Spotlight ✨
If you’re looking for math support, contact Jesse Edge, DMESC Math Specialist! This is his first year at DMESC, and he has already been an incredible resource for our districts. Jesse is a great person to connect with—don’t hesitate to reach out! 👏
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
If you’re looking for math support, contact Jesse Edge, DMESC Math Specialist! This is his first year at DMESC, and he has already been an incredible resource for our districts. Jesse is a great person to connect with—don’t hesitate to reach out! 👏
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
Another look at today’s students putting their STEM skills to the test! 🧠💪
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
DMESC 7–12 STEM Challenge🚀
Today at DMESC, students dove into hands-on challenges that required teamwork, innovation, and problem-solving. We’re proud of these students for stepping up and showing what they can do!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
Today at DMESC, students dove into hands-on challenges that required teamwork, innovation, and problem-solving. We’re proud of these students for stepping up and showing what they can do!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
More moments from today’s DMESC 7 - 12 STEM Challenge! 🚀📸
We loved seeing students in action—thinking, collaborating, and problem-solving throughout the day.
A big thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success—from organizers and volunteers to teachers and supporters. It truly takes a team, and we appreciate each of you!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
We loved seeing students in action—thinking, collaborating, and problem-solving throughout the day.
A big thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success—from organizers and volunteers to teachers and supporters. It truly takes a team, and we appreciate each of you!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
🚀 DMESC 7-12 STEM Challenge Day Winners! 🧠✨
We were excited to host the DMESC 7-12 STEM Challenge today, watching students compete in a variety of STEM challenges.
Congratulations to today’s winners! 🏆👏
Thank you to all the students who participated—we loved seeing your creativity and problem-solving in action!
📸 More pictures to come!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
We were excited to host the DMESC 7-12 STEM Challenge today, watching students compete in a variety of STEM challenges.
Congratulations to today’s winners! 🏆👏
Thank you to all the students who participated—we loved seeing your creativity and problem-solving in action!
📸 More pictures to come!
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
🚀 DMESC Elementary STEM Challenge Winners! 🧠✨
We were excited to host the DMESC Elementary STEM Challenge on Wednesday, with students from Ashdown Elementary, DeQueen Middle, Cossatot Elementary, and El Dorado Washington Middle competing in a variety of STEM challenges.
A big thank you to Patty Pate for leading and organizing this incredible event the past two days and to all the students who participated—we loved seeing your creativity and problem-solving in action!
We were excited to host the DMESC Elementary STEM Challenge on Wednesday, with students from Ashdown Elementary, DeQueen Middle, Cossatot Elementary, and El Dorado Washington Middle competing in a variety of STEM challenges.
A big thank you to Patty Pate for leading and organizing this incredible event the past two days and to all the students who participated—we loved seeing your creativity and problem-solving in action!
World Autism Awareness Day 💙
Today, DMESC recognizes and celebrates individuals with autism and the unique strengths they bring to our schools and communities. We are committed to supporting inclusive environments where every student can thrive.
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
Today, DMESC recognizes and celebrates individuals with autism and the unique strengths they bring to our schools and communities. We are committed to supporting inclusive environments where every student can thrive.
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
More great moments from today’s DMESC STEM Challenge! 🚀📸
We loved seeing the creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving in action throughout the day.
We’re already looking forward to tomorrow’s Secondary DMESC STEM Challenge—be on the lookout for more excitement! 👏✨
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
We loved seeing the creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving in action throughout the day.
We’re already looking forward to tomorrow’s Secondary DMESC STEM Challenge—be on the lookout for more excitement! 👏✨
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
A special thank you to First Financial Bank of Mena and Union Bank of Mena for their generous pizza and hot dog donations for today’s DMESC STEM Challenge! 🍕🌭
Your support helped make the day even more enjoyable for our students and participants. We truly appreciate your investment in our schools and community! 💙
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
Your support helped make the day even more enjoyable for our students and participants. We truly appreciate your investment in our schools and community! 💙
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
DMESC Elementary STEM Challenge 2026
📦🔍 Mystery Box Challenge in action!
Students are working together to solve STEM tasks and unlock materials needed to build a mystery object—all within a set time! ⏱️🧠
A big thank you to Claire Williamson, Polk County Extension Agent (4-H/Agriculture), for facilitating this engaging and hands-on competition. We love seeing teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving come to life! 👏✨
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
📦🔍 Mystery Box Challenge in action!
Students are working together to solve STEM tasks and unlock materials needed to build a mystery object—all within a set time! ⏱️🧠
A big thank you to Claire Williamson, Polk County Extension Agent (4-H/Agriculture), for facilitating this engaging and hands-on competition. We love seeing teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving come to life! 👏✨
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
More moments from today’s DMESC Elementary STEM Challenge! 🚀📸
We loved seeing students in action—thinking, collaborating, and problem-solving throughout the day.
A big thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success—from organizers and volunteers to teachers and supporters. It truly takes a team, and we appreciate each of you! 💙👏
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
#WeAreAshdown
#LeopardPride
We loved seeing students in action—thinking, collaborating, and problem-solving throughout the day.
A big thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success—from organizers and volunteers to teachers and supporters. It truly takes a team, and we appreciate each of you! 💙👏
#thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
#WeAreAshdown
#LeopardPride
