DeQueen-Mena Education Service Cooperative

Ashley Kincannon, AR CS Specialist, led this Build-A-Game with Pygame workshop to prepare DMESC educators in bringing game development to their classrooms using Python. #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution

ArPEP trainng @ DMESC! ArPEP is an alternate route teacher certification program run by the Arkansas Department of Education. For more information about ArPEP and how to apply, please complete this interest form: https://bit.ly/DMESCArPEP #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st

Thrilled to announce that 221 Arkansas educators participated in our "PD in your PJs" professional development session this morning! 🎉 So excited to participate in this statewide event! #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st

Magnificent Monday @ DMESC!! Elevating Math Rigor: Deep Diving into Standards with DOK and AI-Enhanced Questioning#yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Want a glimpse into last week's DMESC Leadership Institute for Administrators? This video showcases the powerful learning and collaboration that took place! See how our program equips administrators with the tools to lead and inspire. #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution

You Want Me to Do What: Modifications and Accommodations in the Classroom. Lea Myers guided educators through the process of what to do with accommodations and modifications. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Today, we celebrate not only the incredible dads in our lives but also the amazing educators who step in as father figures for so many students. Your guidance, support, and unwavering dedication make a profound difference every day. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st

❤️🤍💙Today, we honor the American flag and all it represents. Happy Flag Day! ❤️🤍💙 #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Three-Dimensional Mastery: Science Instruction for Impactful Learning with Brian Schuller. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

DMESC/GFESC foster grandparents participated in the State Foster Grandparent Conference at DeGray Lodge State Park. The theme this year was Foster Grandparent Boot Camp. All 4 FGP programs in the state participated with 115 attendees. Eight different presenters from various co-ops, state offices, and schools presented training. Participants also enjoyed entertainment, bingo, fellowship, and great food. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Students from Mena and Ouachita River schools attended the Nex-Gen Youth Conference presented by VIVE18 and sponsored by Bridging the Gaps of Arkansas. The students enjoyed learning about mental health for youth as well as drug, alcohol and vape prevention with impactful and engaging presentations. Thank you to the Mena Middle School for hosting the conference! #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Local Leads Captain Karen Garner was presented with a variety of sensory items from the U of A Partners program. These activities and toys will be distributed to children in the counties of Polk, Howard, Sevier, Little River, and Montgomery. The focus on early childhood children is at an all-time high. Research has proven the importance of early intervention from birth to age five. We aim to meet each child where they are and provide tools and support to ensure that every child reaches their full potential. Thank you so much, U of A Partners program, for loving children in Arkansas as we do at DMESC. Karan Baker Burnette-----Renee L. Holmes #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Wonderful Wednesday at DMESC with workshops focusing on Differentiated Instruction with Bethany Brantley and Teaching History in Today’s World with Curtis Varnell. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

It was a Terrific Tuesday at DMESC with workshops covering dyslexia screeners with Lisa Schuller, student behavior, and science fundamentals with Brian Schuller. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Make the most of ATLAS data and resources to strengthen instruction and support student success! In this collaborative session, educators will explore how to leverage Achievement Level Descriptors (ALDs), Depth of Knowledge (DOK) frameworks, classroom tools, and writing rubrics to enhance instructional planning and student outcomes. Participants will engage in hands-on activities to: *Interpret and apply ATLAS data to inform instruction *Utilize ALDs to set clear learning expectations *Align classroom tasks with DOK levels for deeper learning *Incorporate wrriting rubrics to support student growth and assessment *Join us to discover practical strategies for using ATLAS resouces effectively in your classroom and beyond. #thinkcoop1st

We're starting our second week of Summer PD with workshops covering student behavior and science education fundamentals, plus a kickoff session on elevating math fluency. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

🍩 Happy National Donut Day! 🎉 One of our favorite days of the year to celebrate all things sweet and tasty! Blueberry is our top pick—what’s yours? Share your favorites with us! #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st

Teachers from DMESC, SCSC, and SWAEC gathered at Horatio High today for specialized training on the Axiom Wood CNC machine, enhancing their skills in the Ag Power, Structural & Tech Sys Pathway. Thanks to Marks Machinery and More for sponsoring the training #thinkcoop1st

Kicking the Year Off Right with Jenny Hainen has been an exciting and LIVELY session today! #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

DMESC Open Positions: - Math Specialist - CTE Coordinator Visit https://www.dmesc.org/page/employment for more details. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.