Southeast Arkansas

SE Special Education and Related Services: Establishing Connections through Collaborative Goal Writing January 22, 2025 at Southeast Arkansas Education Cooperative Collaboration is an evidence-based and High Leverage Practice (McLeskey et al., 2019) and essential to ensuring student’s needs are met. As part of developing an IEP, team members must determine the student’s critical needs and develop goals based on those identified needs. Writing goals collaboratively, is a way IEP teams can leverage their collective expertise and value of related services to support a student’s needs in the school setting (Arner et al., 2022). In this session, we will explore collaborative goal writing, progress monitoring strategies, and apply concepts to anchor learning. Objectives: -Understand the benefits of wrap around services to collaboratively meet the needs of students. -Identify parts of a goal -Apply collaborative goal writing practices to co-construct a goal -Participants will need to bring a device with internet access and a redacted (all identifying information completely removed) IEP for personal reflection (not sharing). ESCworks Registration #540296 https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=540296

🌟✨ Happy Custodian Appreciation Day! ✨🌟 Today, we want to take a moment to give a HUGE shoutout to Quan, our incredible custodian at the Southeast Arkansas Education Cooperative! Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. You keep our environment clean and welcoming, making a huge difference for all of us every day. Thank you, Quan, for your tireless efforts and positive attitude! We appreciate everything you do to ensure our spaces are safe and pleasant. You are truly a valued member of our team! 🙌💙

🏈🎉 It’s Tailgate Time! 🎉🏈 SEARK Cooperative turned up the fun with our Tailgate Treats Luncheon! We feasted on mouthwatering finger foods, played some fun outdoor games, and cast our votes for the best dishes. A HUGE shoutout to our champions: Michele Roberts, Katlin Hogue, and Sarah Long for bringing their A-game! 🏆💖 Not only did we have a blast, but we also raised funds for the Sunshine Committee! 🌟 Thanks to everyone for the tasty treats and good vibes! Who’s ready for the next tailgate party? 🙌🎊 #SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE

AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, along with AmeriCorps members and other volunteers, participate in the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to show unity and service. Thank you Americorps and Americorps Seniors Members and Volunteers for your service to our COOP area schools. #UnitedWeServe #AmeriThanks

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible presenter, Carole Anderson, and all the amazing educators who attended the CTE New Teacher In-Service Workshop! We appreciate the valuable insights shared on administering CTE programs, CTSO advice, and great classroom tips and tricks. Together, we’re building a strong community of educators ready to make a real impact! #ServicebeginswithSE #SEARKserves

Happy IT Professional's Day to our very own! Thank you, Evan, for all you do for everyone at the SEARK Cooperative! #ServicebeginswithSE #SEARKserves

Congratulations to our teams from Warren and DeWitt School Districts for completing their THRIVE training. THRIVE AR program has made a significant impact on education professionals over the past two years, culminating in the completion of Cohort 6's training. With over 550 educators trained, administrators, counselors, and teachers are now better equipped to support students' mental health and behavior through sustainable systems. #ServicebeginswithSE #SEARKserves

The Arkansas Department of Education hosted a Perkins Regional Stakeholder Meeting last Friday at the University of Arkansas at Monticello campus to garner stakeholder feedback on the current and future Perkins V Arkansas State Plan.

SEARK Coop’s science specialist observed science students at DeWitt Middle and High School engaged in 3-dimensional learning through the implementation of OpenSciEd. #SEARKServes #ServicebeginswithSE

Never Forget September 11, 2001

SEARK Co-op foster grandparents teamed up with Americorp to volunteer at Hospice for their feeding Veterans and First Responders on Friday for 9/11 Remembrance Week! #ServicebeginswithSE #SEARKServes

Last week, eight Agriculture teachers and one Construction teacher took part in an engaging CNC machining workshop. They acquired valuable skills through hands-on training, which covered fundamental concepts, practical techniques, and essential safety protocols. This workshop not only prepared them to confidently operate and use ShopBot equipment but also equipped them with the knowledge to teach students and help them achieve ShopBot certifications. #SEARKServes #ServicebeginswithSE

The final Science Summer PD had teachers digging into the AR Science Standards and learning what it means to teach and learn 3-dimensionally. #SEARKServes #ServicebeginswithSE

Early Childhood Special Education attending Evan Patrick’s Google Training!

It was an AWESOME day at Southeast Arkansas Education Cooperative! Thank you to all of our sponsors and those who had a part in making today a success! Great food & drink! Great speakers! Great decorations! GREAT PEOPLE working everyday to make a difference! #SEARKSERVES #ServicebeginswithSE

On Thursday, district test coordinators, administrators, and teachers gathered to dive into the ACT WorkKeys curriculum and the National Career Readiness Certificate. This essential training ensures that students across Southeast Arkansas are well-prepared for both college and career success. Together, we're building a brighter future for our students!

Last week, Agriculture, Business, and Family & Consumer Science teachers from across Southeast Arkansas came together for an inspiring day of collaboration and learning! They dove deep into career and technical education, sharing insights and strategies to enhance our students' futures. Together, we’re shaping the next generation of skilled professionals!

Business Teachers in Southeast Arkansas - This training is for you! CTE Survey of Business New Standards Training The Department of Career & Technical Education (DCTE) has updated and created new standards for the Survey of Business course. This professional development is a requirement for all level I Survey of Business teachers and will provide standards, resources, and pacing for the upcoming school year.

7 - 12 GRADE TEACHERS - THIS TRAINING IS FOR YOU! The Writing Revolution (TWR) provides a clear method of instruction that you can use no matter what subject or grade level you teach. TWR is as much a method of teaching content as it is a method of teaching writing. https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=518662

Science teachers spent two days together learning what a 3-dimensional assessment is, what it looks like, and how to create one. #SEARKSERVES #ServicebeginswithSE