Brian Schuller presented Phenomenal Teaching: Unleashing Wonder in the Science Classroom in which teachers explored ways to use phenomena in lessons grounded in disciplinary core ideas science and engineering practices and cross-cutting concepts.#thinkcoop1st.
The 2024 DMESC Administrative Institute at DeGray was a resounding success! Our superintendents, principals, assistant principals, and other district-level staff received engaging PD and valuable work sessions at DeGray State Park. #thinkcoop1st
DMESC's Literacy Specialists Karla Byrne and Lisa Schuller, along with the Bailey Group's Becca Jones, presented the immersive K-2 Literacy Camp. Participants explored the ELA standards and internalized an HQIM lesson inclusive of essential standards, pacing, potential gaps in the curriculum, and agreed-upon supplements. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Karen and Cheryl represented Local Leads and volunteered at Lockesburg Library, distributing 75 meals, including breakfast, to kids under 18. Local Leads support children and the community. Thanks to Excel by Eight for the meals and program organization. #thinkcoop1st
Another action-packed day at DMESC with Summer PD!
#thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
When you are headed to DMESC this summer, please take into account that there is road construction on HWY 71 in both North and South directions, causing intermittent traffic stops. Please be cautious and allow extra time. #thinkcoop1st
Terry Young is busy recruiting for grandparents at DeQueen Senior Day. Bobbie Parker and Phyllis Blanchard, current foster grandparents, are helping out and sharing their experience with the program.#thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Earlier this week, Allison Mears, helped Foreman High School develop three components of their school’s positive behavior system. The teachers were able to create a behavior matrix, discipline flowchart, and immediate rewards and recognition system using the Tiered Fidelity Inventory as a guide.
Developing schoolwide behavior supports can be an overwhelming task but the Arkansas Behavior Support Specialists can help facilitate the process in your building. Kudos to this building for being so proactive!
#thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
DMESC/GFESC Foster Grandparents participated in their annual state conference June 4 - 6. They received training on Dealing with Children of Trauma, How to Get Kids Talking about Math, Ageless Grace Physical exercise, Cybergenerations(Safety on Social Media/Technology), How to Recognize Medicare Fraud, and Seven Ways to Enhance Cognitive Thinking. A lot of fun was also had during our Bingo Game and our concert by Shake, Rattle, and Roll. If you want to make a difference with kids, meet new friends, earn a little extra income, and have the time of your life, join our Foster Grandparent Program today!".#thinkcoop1st
Happy National Donut Day to all our educators! Let's make today a little sweeter, one donut at a time. 🍩✨ #NationalDonutDay #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Allison Mears helped DeQueen Primary develop their ‘Rewards and Recognition program’ for their school’s positive behavior system. Last year, DPS developed their PAWS behavior expectations and today they added another component to their system! Developing schoolwide behavior supports can be an overwhelming task but the Arkansas Behavior Support Specialists can help facilitate the process in your building. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Day 2 of the DMESC team working diligently with the Horatio School District on the PLC process doing unit planning,. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Cheryl Byrd provided CPR training to these Local Leads preschool teachers to prepare them for emergencies. Local Leads is dedicated to ensuring that all preschool-aged children receive quality care while attending daycare, pre-kindergarten, EIDT centers, and Head Start programs. Kudos to Karen Garner, Local Leads Captain, who is working diligently to get early childhood teachers CPR trained. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Join us in celebrating National Higher Education Day and advocating for the power of education to shape a better tomorrow! 🌟🎓 #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
The DMESC team was honored to work with the Horatio School District today on the PLC process doing unit planning. These educators worked hard on planning for a great new school year! #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Tyra and Jo Ann were honored to deliver an overview of the AFA CyberGenerations Initiative to more than 100 Foster Grandparents during their Summer Conference today at DeGray. Claire Williamson, Polk Co. 4H Agent, is working together with them to provide her 4H students with the chance to become Tech Caregivers and educate communities about cybersecurity. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Congratulations to Laura Bradley, Art/Theatre teacher at Ashdown Junior High School, for recently completing the DMESC ArPEP program by passing the edTPA Portfolio. Amy Montgomery is the DMESC Mentoring Program Specialist/ArPEP Coordinator. #thinkcoop1st
Cheryl Byrd hosted an engaging and interactive session today, providing hands-on training to participants in First Aid and CPR. It was a valuable opportunity for everyone involved to gain practical skills and knowledge in life-saving techniques. #thinkcoop1st
Congratulations to Leo Ward, an Art, Music, and Band teacher at Ouachita River School District's Oden Campus, who recently completed the DMESC ArPEP program by passing the edTPA Portfolio. Amy Montgomery is the DMESC Mentoring Program Specialist/ArPEP Coordinator. #thinkcoop1st
The day was enriched with a full schedule of informative sessions, spanning from Behavioral Interventions with Allison Mears to High School Computer Science Certification and Prep with Ashley Kincannon, and Meddling Mamas and Prying Papas with Lea Myers. #thinkcoop1st
