DeQueen-Mena Education Service Cooperative

Mena second-grade teachers are delving into the captivating realm of Eureka Fluency activities within their HQIM! #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Darla Neely has been appointed to the IMEC (Interstate Migrant Education Council) to represent Arkansas. We are proud of YOU! Congratulations and Way to Represent our Migrant Program and DMESC!! #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Andria Miller provides an overview of the PLC process and the importance of a common guaranteed and viable curriculum across all DMESC PreKs. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Required PD for all Survey of Business teachers by Arkansas Division of Career Education. The training will cover the complete overhaul of the course. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523842

Do you want to introduce your students to opera but not knowing where to start? Join Stacia for this MAGICAL day of PD for K-12 music teachers!! #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=525760

Bring your content standards and your curriculum as we dig into each and determine a plan for teaching those word parts so that the learning sticks! #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523823

Join Cheryl Byrd as she provides the training and skill development to certify DMESC school nurses in hearing, vision, BMI, and scoliosis screenings for students in Arkansas schools. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523452

Join Andria Miller for an enlightening session focused on guiding educators through the exploration of "Understanding Essential Standards: Grades 6-12". #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522604

Join Andria for a comprehensive overview of ATLAS. We will walk through the ATLAS portal and classroom tool, giving you a thorough understanding of these powerful tools. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522574

Yesterday, the Co-op Bookkeepers from across the state came together to honor Jayne Cole, the longest-serving Co-op Business Manager in the State. Jayne has been a mentor and source of inspiration for many of the Bookkeepers, and her departure will leave a significant void. They extend their best wishes to her for the future. #thinkcoop1st

Special Education Resource Teacher Academies provide current licensed Arkansas public school educators in grades K-12 the opportunity to earn an additional Special Education Resource endorsement and participate in job-embedded professional development while receiving graduate school credit hours. Educators who obtain this endorsement will be equipped to provide instruction within general education classrooms or offer pull-out supplementary services. All the programs include 12-15 hours of graduate coursework delivered both synchronously and asynchronously, can be completed in one year, and are available at no cost to teachers. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. Information on the universities participating and registration links are below: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/educator-effectiveness/educator-support--development/special-education-resource-teacher-academies?

The Cognitive Coaching Foundation Seminar provides participants with the tools to foster resiliency and self-directedness within students, teachers, and administrators. This training is eight 8-hour sessions (64) hours total. Upon completion of the 8-day training, participants will receive certification that they are a trained Cognitive Coach. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523847

This enhanced professional development will focus on reading strategies in the core subjects of Math, Science, Social Studies, and ELA. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523823

Come learn some new tricks from Stacia that will reinvigorate your teaching and keep your students engaged through instruments, movements, singing, and more! #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=525758

Join Allison for this one-day workshop to enhance your strategies to engage students in a variety of classroom contexts! #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519336

Mrs. Wilson's Pre-Educator students at Mena High School tested recently at DMESC to earn their Parapro Assessment. Way to go! This will allow students who are moving along the path toward a career in Education a head start on requirements! #thinkcoop1st @Mena High School

DMESC is proud of all our district principals and considers them the best in the state. Join us in honoring these outstanding leaders! #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Join Stacey and Brandi to receive info on how to create a strong Pre-Educator pathway. Topics: Resources, pathway organization, student opportunities, & Educators Rising, and certifications #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=523868

The training will provide educators with in-depth knowledge related to the science of reading, evidence-based instructional strategies, and making data decisions for ALL students. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522886

Join Jenny and spend a full PD day learning new games, songs, play-alongs, and musical possibilities! This will be a great opportunity for K-12 discussion. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=526934