DeQueen-Mena Education Service Cooperative

✨ History made in Arkansas! ✨ DMESC's Kelli Parson and Karen Garner made Arkansas history!! This is the absolute FIRST group in the United States to complete an in-person, 3-day CLASS Infant–Toddler training — right here at the Arkansas State Capitol in Little Rock.

13 days ago, DMESC

In response to a recent cyber event, the CIRT team swiftly reimaged over 500 computers at a school within just two days, restoring system integrity and minimizing disruption to learning.

13 days ago, DMESC

Kelli Parson and Karen Garner spent the week at the state department of education as a part of the first class in the continental US to be trained assessors in Teachstone’s 2nd Edition Infant and Toddler assessment system. #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution

13 days ago, DMESC

Job Posting: Infant Room Instructor at Oden Preschool Contact Information: For resumes or questions, please reach out to Kelli Parsons at kelli.parson@dmesc.org. #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution

14 days ago, DMESC

Presenter: Angela Fraley, CPS Conscious Discipline Master Instructor & Certified Prevention Specialist.
Conscious Discipline provides educators the tools and strategies needed to address the deepest challenges effectively in the classroom.
👉 This event is proudly sponsored by DMESC LOCAL LEADS Program.
Registration Link: https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=567652
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15 days ago, DMESC

🌟 Happy Labor Day from DMESC🌟
As we celebrate Labor Day, we honor the hard work and dedication of teachers, staff, and administrators across our 12 school districts. Your commitment to nurturing and shaping the future generation is invaluable.
Let’s take this time to relax, recharge, and reflect on the impactful work we do every day. Enjoy the long weekend with family and friends—you’ve earned it!

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17 days ago, DMESC

Why do parents love the Foster Grandparent Program? Please read the following.
#AmericorpsSeniors
#FosterGrandparents60
#WhatsYourWhy
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We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

20 days ago, DMESC

💡Today, Lisa Schuller, DMESC Dyslexia Specialist, met with our Dyslexia Coordinators to strategize around effective dyslexia interventions, focusing on progress monitoring and data tracking to ensure every student receives the support they need.📚
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21 days ago, DMESC

🧠📚🚀GT Workday @ DMESC🧠📚🚀
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We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

21 days ago, DMESC

21 days ago, DMESC

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
Register Today – Limited Seats Available!

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We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

22 days ago, DMESC

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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24 days ago, DMESC

🌟 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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24 days ago, DMESC

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.
#yourBESTsolution
#thinkcoop1st
We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

28 days ago, DMESC

✨ 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

28 days ago, DMESC

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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We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

29 days ago, DMESC

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.

about 1 month ago, DMESC

Enjoy your well-deserved break and make the most of this wonderful weekend.

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We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

about 1 month ago, DMESC

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

about 1 month ago, DMESC

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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about 1 month ago, DMESC

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