Congratulations to Peydon Harlow High School history teacher and head baseball coach, and head defensive coordinator in football at Foreman High School, on successfully passing his edTPA Portfolio and completing the requirements of the ArPEP program! Well done, Peydon!
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Congratulations to Ansleigh Jackson, who teaches 2nd grade at Oscar Hamilton Elementary in Foreman, on successfully passing her edTPA Portfolio and completing the requirements of the ArPEP program! Well done, Ansleigh!
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This week is National Home Visitor Appreciation Week. DMESC would like to thank our HIPPY Home Visitors Cynthia Bolanos, Hortencia Hernandez, Kristi Schuller, and Nikita Hopkins.
Home Visitors are changemakers in early education, working tirelessly to support parents as they work to prepare their children for school success. This week, we honor and appreciate YOU!
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Home Visitors are changemakers in early education, working tirelessly to support parents as they work to prepare their children for school success. This week, we honor and appreciate YOU!
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DMESC Summer PD 2026
Roads Less Traveled - A History of Arkansas
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Roads Less Traveled - A History of Arkansas
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DMESC Summer PD 2026
Real Problems, Real Solutions: The New Teacher's Classroom Management Guide
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Real Problems, Real Solutions: The New Teacher's Classroom Management Guide
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Contact Shannon Miller for more information! Earn your teaching license with ArPEP and begin earning a full-time teacher salary next fall!
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We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
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DMESC Summer PD 2026
Pre-Educator Teacher Training and Collaboration Day 2
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Pre-Educator Teacher Training and Collaboration Day 2
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The DeQueen-Mena Education Service Cooperative (DMESC) ABC Early Childhood Program is currently seeking qualified Paraprofessionals to serve in the Cossatot River, Ashdown, Dierks, Foreman, and Mineral Springs areas.
Applicants must successfully pass required background checks. Preferred qualifications include a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or at least 12 hours in relation to Early Childhood, completion of at least 60 college credit hours, or a passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment. Candidates should demonstrate a genuine interest in working with young children and supporting early childhood development.
FOR ALL POSITIONS,
Please send resume to Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org.
Applicants must successfully pass required background checks. Preferred qualifications include a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or at least 12 hours in relation to Early Childhood, completion of at least 60 college credit hours, or a passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment. Candidates should demonstrate a genuine interest in working with young children and supporting early childhood development.
FOR ALL POSITIONS,
Please send resume to Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org.
Congratulations to Brandi Lamb, 7-12 Math teacher at Umpire High School, Cossatot River School District, on successfully passing her edTPA Portfolio and completing the requirements of the ArPEP program! Well done, Brandi!
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Congratulations to Kristan Shaddon, 7-9 ELA teacher at Mt. Ida High School, on successfully passing her edTPA Portfolio and completing the requirements of the ArPEP program!
Well done, Kristan!
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Well done, Kristan!
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DMESC Summer PD 2026
Let's Get Curious Instead of Furious: Adopting a Teaching Mindset Instead of a Policing Mindset Toward AI and Academic Integrity
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Let's Get Curious Instead of Furious: Adopting a Teaching Mindset Instead of a Policing Mindset Toward AI and Academic Integrity
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💙 Volunteer Spotlight 💙
A special thank you to Ann Frachiseur, our Foster Grandparent Program Volunteer Coordinator, for her dedication, leadership, and the care she pours into this program.
Your hard work supports our Foster Grandparents in meaningful ways, and we truly appreciate the difference you make every day! 👏
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A special thank you to Ann Frachiseur, our Foster Grandparent Program Volunteer Coordinator, for her dedication, leadership, and the care she pours into this program.
Your hard work supports our Foster Grandparents in meaningful ways, and we truly appreciate the difference you make every day! 👏
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DMESC Summer PD 2026
Ignite the Spark: How Engagement Drives Positive Behavior
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Ignite the Spark: How Engagement Drives Positive Behavior
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Volunteer Recognition Day!
DMESC is proud to recognize our incredible Foster Grandparent Program volunteers who give their time, care, and heart to support students across our districts.
Your kindness, encouragement, and presence make a lasting impact in the lives of children every single day. We are so grateful for all that you do!
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DMESC is proud to recognize our incredible Foster Grandparent Program volunteers who give their time, care, and heart to support students across our districts.
Your kindness, encouragement, and presence make a lasting impact in the lives of children every single day. We are so grateful for all that you do!
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DMESC Summer PD 2026
From Chaos to Calm: Moving Beyond Punishment to Solve Your Toughest Classroom Behaviors
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From Chaos to Calm: Moving Beyond Punishment to Solve Your Toughest Classroom Behaviors
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🎉 Ashdown Preschool celebrated Arkansas Children’s Week with a fun-filled lineup of activities!
Students enjoyed snowcones provided by Mrs. Kathy and Mrs. Sandy with Head Start, a special classroom read-aloud by Johnatvious Baker, and an exciting visit from a Millwood State Park Ranger who shared animal skulls and furs. The Cossatot River Rangers also stopped by with Betty the king snake and King Louis the rat snake, and the Kinders gave a special performance to top off the celebration! 👏🐍🍧📚
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Behind every smooth day, successful meeting, organized detail, and welcoming smile is an incredible administrative professional making it all happen. 💙
Next week, in honor of National Administrative Professionals Day, DMESC proudly celebrates the dedication, professionalism, and heart our administrative team brings each and every day. Your hard work keeps us moving forward, and we are truly grateful for all you do.
Please join us in thanking these amazing professionals for the vital role they play in our success!
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Next week, in honor of National Administrative Professionals Day, DMESC proudly celebrates the dedication, professionalism, and heart our administrative team brings each and every day. Your hard work keeps us moving forward, and we are truly grateful for all you do.
Please join us in thanking these amazing professionals for the vital role they play in our success!
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DMESC held its April Board Meeting. We appreciate Candice McPhearson from Virtual Arkansas for presenting to the board and sharing valuable updates. Thank you to our board members for their continued leadership and monthly commitment to supporting our schools.
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🔐 Technology Coordinators from cooperatives across the state recently participated in the CIRT (Cyber Incident Response Team) Conference, joining OST (Office of State Technology) and other technology professionals to work through a live cyber threat briefing and strengthen statewide readiness. The conference focused on cyber incident preparedness and on developing a new Cyber Incident Response Plan. Arkansas K-12 schools continue to lead the public sector in cybersecurity growth and maturity. 💻👏
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