We’re sending a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing partners at Summit Utilities for their continued support of the HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) program here at Southeast Arkansas Education Service Coop!
Whether it's moving supplies, helping us transition into new office spaces, or firing up the grill, Summit Utilities shows up in every way that counts.
Your generosity goes far beyond logistics. It fuels our mission, uplifts families, and helps parents become their child’s first and most important teacher.
Together, we’re not just moving boxes, we’re moving communities forward and building brighter futures for our children.
📅 September 18, 2025
📍 Southeast Arkansas Educational Service Cooperative
💲 $70 per person
Join us for a powerful day of learning designed to support preschool educators working with students who have autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, and other complex educational needs.
This interactive training, presented by the Easterseals Arkansas Outreach Program (ESO), will equip participants with:
✅ Evidence-based instructional strategies
✅ Practical tools to enhance classroom practices
✅ Comprehensive training materials, including handouts, guides, and reference documents
This session is a must for early childhood educators who want to expand their skills and strategies to better meet the diverse needs of their students.
📌 Spots are limited—don’t miss this opportunity!
👉 Register here: https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=568470
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🎉 Spirit Friday continues! 🎉
Each week, SEARK Co-op staff will proudly wear the colors of one of our 15 districts as we celebrate the incredible schools we serve!
This week we’re cheering for Crossett School District!
As their alma mater reminds us:
“Hail, Crossett High School — hats off to you!
Ever you’ll find us, loyal and true.”
Here’s to the Eagles soaring high with a great football season and an amazing school year ahead! 🦅📚🏈
Behind every smile, every hug, and every encouraging word is a Foster Grandparent making a difference. This week, we shine the spotlight on these amazing volunteers who pour their wisdom and love into the lives of children each day.
Their voices remind us that service changes lives both for those who give and those who receive.
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Service looks like showing up with patience, kindness, and encouragement and that’s exactly what our Foster Grandparents do! This week, we’re celebrating our Foster Grandparents who embody what it means to serve with heart.
We are so grateful for their dedication and for the example they set for us all. 💙
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Each story is unique, but every Foster Grandparent shares one thing in common: a heart for serving children. This week we’re spotlighting some of our wonderful Foster Grandparents who make a lasting difference in young lives every single day.
Join us in thanking them for showing up, stepping in, and spreading love through service!
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Strive for Five Professional Book Study begins September 8th via Zoom!
This is a virtual training that kicks off on September 8th with a 1hour introduction meeting and then four additional meetings all on Monday nights until October 6th.
Come learn as we put the Science of Reading into practice to increase classroom engagement and instructional support. Get students to think deeper and accelerate their language comprehension and literacy skills.
Register Early- Spots are limited.
Books will be provided to all participants.
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Our HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) team is back and ready to kick off another year of supporting parents and children ages 2–5!
They celebrated their return with a groovy 70’s theme—dressing up hippie style to set the tone for a fun, positive, and engaging year ahead.
We’re so excited for the impact this amazing team will continue to make as they partner with families to build strong foundations for learning!
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This week we are honored to spotlight four of our amazing Foster Grandparents who dedicate their time, energy, and love to the students in our schools. Their impact goes far beyond the classroom: they are mentors, encouragers, and role models!
Help us celebrate these incredible individuals who prove that service has no age limit!
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Are you an Early Childhood Educator?
Do you want more access to training, information and support?
If you work in Ashley, Bradley or Drew County then our Local Lead has a Newsletter that is designed just for you!
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This week, we’re cheering on Cleveland County Schools!
Hail to the old gold, hail to the black, hail to the Wildcats! 🐾
Here’s to a fantastic football season and an incredible school year for all of Cleveland County! 📚🏈
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Monticello Elementary Principal and Site Supervisor, Mr. Anthony Jackson shares his “Why” for working with Foster Grandparents:
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This week, they came together for Back-to-School Training, equipping themselves to guide, mentor, and encourage the next generation. Drop a 🙌 or ❤️ in the comments to cheer our SEARK Foster Grandparents on as they inspire young minds all year long!
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💙 Welcome Back, Andra! 💙
After retiring from the Foster Grandparent Program, Andra Brown has returned to SEARK Co-op as the Foster Grandparent Administrative Assistant! We’re so happy to have her experience, dedication, and friendly smile back on our team.
Help us give Andra a big “Welcome Back!” in the comments below! ⬇️
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We can’t wait to see the difference she’ll make as she serves the McGehee community!
Drop a “Welcome!” below to help her feel right at home!
HIPPY closes the achievement gap one family at a time by helping parents provide educational enrichment to their preschool age children. HIPPY promotes preschool readiness and supports parents as their children’s first teacher by giving them the tools, skills, and confidence they need to work with their children in the home. Families participating in HIPPY receive all books and learning materials free of charge from their local program.
⏳ Spots are limited — and filling fast!
👉 Sign up now: https://forms.gle/p8Bnv75qXp5v8VjKA
We’re so excited for the ideas, skills, and positive energy Lakesha brings to our mission of serving the students of SEARK!
Let’s hear it for Lakesha!
We can’t wait to see the difference she make as we serve Drew Central and the community together.
Drop a “Welcome!” below to help her feel right at home! ⬇️
