Callie Ames, Laura Bradley, and Mary Ditzel took time out of their summer vacation to answer questions about the edTPA portfolio process for current ArPEP teachers. #thinkcoop1st.

Shannon Miller, DMESC Math Coach, provided training to math teachers from various districts to examine diverse strategies students may employ to solve various problem types and discover ways to guide students to become resilient mathematical thinkers. #thinkcoop1st.

In addition to the lunch options, the Co-op Pantry will be accessible, offering a mix of snacks, candies, and drinks priced at $1.00
We will also have fresh salads and microwaveable sandwich options. Payments can be made using cash, checks, or CASH APP. #thinkcoop1st

On World Chocolate Day, remember, educators are like CHOCOLATE - they make life sweet and delightful! #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Happy 4th of July from DMESC!
#thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

DMESC would like to thank Karla Byrne for her six years of service to our coop as a dedicated Literacy Specialist. Karla has embodied our motto: "Serving and Supporting our schools so that all students Succeed". We are so grateful for her devotion to Literacy education throughout her education career. Enjoy your well-earned retirement! THINKCOOP.... ALWAYS.... #thinkcoop1st




Check out the open positions in our 12 districts: https://bit.ly/dmescdistrictopenings #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools for Student Success.

Words cannot adequately sum up what Jayne Cole has meant to DMESC. She has faithfully devoted her career to our organization and we are better for it. Jayne has mentored countless bookkeepers in her 38 years of service. DMESC would like to publicly thank Jayne for all she has done to make this co-op the best that it can be. Jayne embodies 'Serving and Supporting our schools so that ALL students Succeed'. Enjoy your well-earned retirement! THINKCOOP.... ALWAYS.... #thinkcoop1st





Celebrate Social Media Day and stay connected for the latest updates, exciting news, and valuable insights. Be a part of our incredible community and never miss out on our engaging content. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

🎉Exciting PD going on at DMESC! We have everything from a dynamic blend of 🕵️♂️ learning strategies, inclusive practices, and artificial intelligence, to bring the magic of Mozart's "The Magic Flute" to the classroom!✨🪄 #thinkcoop1st

Wishing you a bright and sunny day as you continue to inspire and shape young minds. Your future is so bright, you've got to wear shades! 🕶️☀️ #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Our Educator Wellness 2024 workshop was a HUGE SUCCESS today! We delved into how teacher well-being influences student achievement and discovered ways to live with more joy, balance, and purpose in both our personal and professional lives. #thinkcoop1st





Teachers experienced a day full of hands-on activities learning to incorporate STEM skills into their curriculum and how to utilize the DMESC STEM hub with Stacey Southerland and Tyra Hobson today. #thinkcoop1st

🎉 Shoutout to our ArPEP educators who attended a workshop on student engagement strategies to enhance student behavior!🏆 Your commitment to creating a positive learning environment is truly inspiring! #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.



🌟ArPEP Year 2 teachers are diving deep into unpacking formative assessment and implementing focused instructional strategies to boost rigor and relevance in the classroom. DMESC ArPEP educators are facilitated by Amy Montgomery, Mentoring Programs Specialist. #thinkcoop1st.


There are still seats available in BOTH SESSIONS!!!
Join Beth Mathys for a half-day workshop or opt for a full-day session. Get ready for self-discovery, introspection, and stretching beyond your comfort zone. The aim is to empower teaching through reflection and personal growth. #thinkcoop1stThere are still seats available in BOTH SESSIONS!!!
Join Beth Mathys for a half-day workshop or opt for a full-day session. Get ready for self-discovery, introspection, and stretching beyond your comfort zone. The aim is to empower teaching through reflection and personal growth. #thinkcoop1st
9:00 am session - https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519511
12:30 pm session - https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519516


Assessments: Driving Student Achievement & Growth
DMESC educators explored the crucial role of assessments in shaping student learning with Andria Miller today. Teachers elevated their assessment strategies, unlocked data potential, and discovered various assessment examples. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

DMESC and ArPEP Year 2 educators attended Creating a Trauma Invested Classroom where they were given insights into trauma's impact on students and effective strategies for creating supportive learning environments. #thinkcoop1st

SCHOOL NURSES WORKSHOP
Presenters included: Evan Wilons, LPC, UAMS- Trauma Response Initiative for schools.
Roxanne Cogil -AR Epilepsy Foundation- seizure management in schools.
Nick Matthews-Pediatric injuries
Tiffany Landaal RN-communicable disease nurse specialist-AR Dept of Health- communicable disease management in schools. #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


