It was a full house at Tuesday's Pathways Revision Training hosted by DMESC and led by the Arkansas Division of Career and Technical Education (DCTE). Associate Director Tim Johnston and a team of DCTE Pathway Specialists provided valuable guidance for more than 60 educators and administrators from across our member districts. The session focused on helping schools transition into revised CTE Pathways that align with Success Ready Pathways and offer students the opportunity to graduate with Diplomas of Merit and Distinction.
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20 days ago, DMESC
CTE PD
DMESC celebrated 40 incredible years of service and support to our member districts on October 24th! We were honored to welcome former director J. Frank Scott and many alumni staff. Here are some memorable moments from our special day! We’d love to see your pictures too—please share your memories in the comments below!
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20 days ago, DMESC
40th Year Anniversary
40th Year Anniversary
40th Year Anniversary
40th Year Anniversary
DMESC was honored to celebrate 40 years of service and support to our member districts with a special event on October 24th. We welcomed former director J. Frank Scott and many other alumni staff. DMESC remembers the past but is very excited to see what the next 40 years hold for our students, teachers, and leaders.
📸 Stay tuned—more pictures are on the way! We can't wait to share all the fantastic moments captured.
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21 days ago, DMESC
40th Year Anniversary

October is more than pink ribbons and reminders — it’s about people, stories, and standing together. This month, we’re standing with Allison Mears, one of our own, as she bravely takes on her fight with strength and determination. She is our Behavior Support Specialist who is currently walking through her own battle with breast cancer. Allison continues to inspire us with her courage, her heart, and her unwavering spirit. 💗🦩
Allison, you remind us daily that bravery isn’t the absence of fear — it’s choosing to keep moving forward, one step at a time.
At DMESC, HER FIGHT IS OUR FIGHT!!! 💪💞🦩
Please join us in standing beside her - lifting her up with love, hope, and unshakable support.🦩
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about 1 month ago, DMESC
breast cancer awareness
DMESC would like to congratulate Oden and Umpire schools!
Top 5 “High-Poverty” High Schools in Southwest Region based on ELA ATLAS Growth.
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
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about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulateOden and Umpire schools!
Top 10 “High-Poverty” High Schools in Arkansas based on ATLAS ELA Growth.
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
#orsdlifeprep
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Umpire K-12 and Oden Schools!
Top 10 “High-Poverty” High Schools in Arkansas based on Overall ATLAS Growth (Math and ELA combined).
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
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#orsdlifeprep
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Nashville High, Oden, and Umpire schools!
Top 5 “High-Poverty” High Schools in Southwest Region based on Math ATLAS Growth.
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
#orsdlifeprep
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Nashville Junior High!
Top 5 “High-Poverty” Middle Schools in Southwest Region based on ELA ATLAS Growth.
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Nashville High and Oden Schools!
Top 10 “High-Poverty” High Schools in Arkansas based on ATLAS Math Growth.
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
#orsdlifeprep
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Nashville Junior High, Ashdown Junior High, & DeQueen Middle.
Top 5 “High-Poverty” Middle Schools in Southwest Region based on Math ATLAS Growth
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
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about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Foreman Elementary!
Top 10 “High-Poverty” Elementary Schools in Arkansas based on ATLAS ELA Growth.
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
#gatorpride
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Oscar Hamilton Elementary, Louise Durham Elementary, Cossatot River Elementary, Cossatot River Primary, Acorn Elementary, DeQueen Elementary, and DeQueen Primary!
Top 5 “High-Poverty” Elementary Schools in Southwest Region based on ELA ATLAS Growth
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
#gatorpride
#LeopardPride
#orsdlifeprep
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Horatio Elementary, DeQueen Elementary & DeQueen Primary!
Top 5 “High-Poverty” Elementary Schools in Southwest Region based on Math ATLAS Growth.
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
#LeopardPride
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Horatio Elementary!
Top 10 “High-Poverty” Elementary Schools in Arkansas based on ATLAS Math Growth.
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
DMESC would like to congratulate Foreman's Oscar Hamilton Elementary!
Top 10 “High-Poverty” Elementary Schools in Arkansas based on Overall ATLAS Growth (Math and ELA combined)
DMESC would like to congratulate Foreman's Oscar Hamilton Elementary!
OEP Beating The Odds score released by the University of Arkansas OEP (Office for Education Policy).
Beating the Odds honors student growth, showing how far students have come, regardless of where they started.
#gatorpride
#thinkcoop1st
#yourBESTsolution
about 1 month ago, DMESC
OEP Growth Awards
OEP Growth Awards
During the monthly DMESC school techs meeting, we covered topics such as cybersecurity, social media awareness for students, network audits, and phases 1 and 2 of Act 504. A special thank you to #completecomputing for sponsoring our lunch and learn session!
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about 1 month ago, DMESC
DMESC school tech meeting
DMESC school tech meeting
This October, we observe National Bullying Prevention Month. DMESC is dedicated to providing resources and support to our schools and communities to prevent bullying. Learn more about how we can work together to create a positive school climate.
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about 1 month ago, DMESC
Bully Prevention Month

Director Benny Weston and Assistant Director/TCC Dana Ray recently attended the annual Fall Conference at Petit Jean. All 15 ESCs came together to collaborate and calibrate service and support for school districts around the state.
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about 1 month ago, DMESC
ESC Annual Conference
ESC Annual Conference
Annual ESC Conference
ESC Annual Conference
Congratulations to DMESC Director, Benny Weston, on completing two years of leading the group of Arkansas Educational Service Cooperative Directors. Thank you for your bold leadership and partnership with DESE and other stakeholders from around the state. We appreciate your service.
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about 1 month ago, DMESC
Benny Weston