DMESC was well represented at the AACTEA Fall Conference, Nikki Stancil presented on her Work-Based Learning program, and Justin Neal, presented on Robust CTE Offerings in a small rural district. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
A great message from Cheryl Byrd, DMESC Community Health Nurse Specialist:
ARBEST, https://psychiatry.uams.edu/arbest/ Arkansas Building Effective Services for Trauma and TRIS, https://www.tris-ar.org/, Trauma Resource Initiative for Schools, a partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, but these resources are excellent for anyone working with children and adolescents. You can access the ARBEST site at https://psychiatry.uams.edu/arbest/ or recorded monthly webinars at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmYd7EM-aaeZTAKzBOIiqw
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🇺🇸 DMESC wants to thank all our administrators, teachers, and staff who served our country. Your bravery, sacrifice, and strength are always appreciated. Thank you for protecting our freedom. 🙏
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ACT PREP with Chad Cargill. "It’s always a good day at DMESC when we have buses full of students on campus!" #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed!
DMESC schools, Horatio, Mineral Springs, Ashdown, and Dierks enjoyed the 8th-grade Explore Success event hosted by DMESC, SCSC, SWAEC, and Southwest Arkansas Developmental Alliance. The day featured an opportunity for 8th graders to explore a variety of careers in Southwest Arkansas. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
DMESC Tri-County Elementary Quiz Bowl Winners:
1st place - Dierks
2nd place - Horatio
3rd place - Nashville
4th place - DeQueen
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Year 2 ArPEP educators gearing up for the edTPA portfolio assessment, while Year 1 ArPEP educators delved into Tech Tools for the classroom and explored the exciting STEM Hub at DMESC! #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
Teaching is a tough gig, but thankfully there's coffee! It’s like the magical potion that transforms tired teachers into caffeinated superheroes, ready to conquer the chaos of classrooms. ☕️✨ So here's to the teachers who run on caffeine and hope, making education way more stimulating, one cup of coffee at a time!" #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
🔬🖥️ In our modern world, STEM skills have become indispensable, empowering students to innovate and use technology, science, and math to tackle a variety of challenges. STEM education and practices have a profound impact on society and will shape our future.🌍🚀 #thinkcoop1st
Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed! #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
On National Candy Day, let's salute the educators who have mastered the art of keeping a stash of candy hidden in their desks! 🍭🍫 May your candy jar never run dry, and your students never catch on to your sweet little secret! #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
Join us in celebrating National Family Literacy Month and spark a passion for reading within your family! #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
A bustling Grand Hall was filled with eager high school students from DMESC districts. This ACT prep armed students with tips and tricks for conquering the ACT exam. It also instilled in them a sense of empowerment and self-belief. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
Happy Cow-loween from Oden Preschool! Farmer Kim was busy herding her cattle through the on-campus trunk or treat supported by our local community. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
As November begins, let us embrace the spirit of growth and gratitude in our schools. May this month be filled with new discoveries and enriched learning experiences.
Together, let's make this November a month of inspiration and educational growth. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed
🍬The biggest treat of this job? Working with incredible educators like you. Happy Halloween!🎃 #Halloween #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.🍬🎃👻
The October staff meeting was informative, featuring specialists who shared about new grants received. These included Local LEADS, NIET-AR LEAD Designation, DCTE - Girl Power to the Max - Next Level, DCTE - Be a Model, Break the Mold, and Migrant Program grants. Our featured program of the month was Community Health Nurse Specialist, Cheryl Byrd. Cheryl discussed her role, responsibilities, and collaboration with school nurses regarding topics such as laws, scope of practice, and new teacher orientation. Her program offers valuable resources, ranging from emerging tobacco products to mental health services. Cheryl is a valued member of DMESC, and we appreciate her contributions to our districts. The meeting concluded with productive discussions in our PLCs (Professional Learning Communities). #thinkcoop1st
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Feather Linn, Bailey Education coach, recently delivered a presentation on HQIM to the Mena School District leadership team, comprising representatives from Louise Durham and Holly Harshman Elementary schools. DMESC is excited to collaborate with Bailey through the Communities of Practice grant from DESE. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
This TOT session was a comprehensive overview of the ATLAS classroom assessment tools.🎒Educators utilized the "wizard" to create quick assessments, crafted their own items, and learned how to use working groups. #thinkcoop1st
📢Today, we had the privilege of having Dr. Lee Smith share some incredible insights with our board of directors. 📊💡Dr. Smith took us on a deep dive into the world of his district data dashboard and data analysis process. 📈🔍 It was an eye-opening session that shed light on the power of data in shaping our educational landscape. 💪✨#thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.
