We are excited to invite you to our upcoming ASCD/ARTLL Regional Lunch & Learn on November 13th. The Arkansas ASCD/ARTLL Board has partnered with Mike Poore and Education Partners to host Lunch & Learns across the state, each focused on topics selected by local leaders.
Our region will spotlight Career Readiness, featuring insights from Mike Poore and national experts on practical strategies. This will also be a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow ASCD/ARTLL leaders over lunch and a chance to discuss all relevant topics in our region.
Seating is limited, so please reserve your spot soon using the QR link on the invitation.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Our region will spotlight Career Readiness, featuring insights from Mike Poore and national experts on practical strategies. This will also be a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow ASCD/ARTLL leaders over lunch and a chance to discuss all relevant topics in our region.
Seating is limited, so please reserve your spot soon using the QR link on the invitation.
We look forward to seeing you there!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
☔ While it may have been a dreary day outside yesterday, it was anything but gloomy inside at SEARK Co-op! ✨
We were thrilled to host several impactful sessions, including:
📌 LISC Meeting
📌 Teacher Talent Cohort
📌 AP Coordinator Statewide Meeting
📌 Southeast Co-op Teacher Center Committee Meeting
Collaboration, connection, and professional growth were in full swing—and we’re always grateful to see so many educators working together under one roof!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
We were thrilled to host several impactful sessions, including:
📌 LISC Meeting
📌 Teacher Talent Cohort
📌 AP Coordinator Statewide Meeting
📌 Southeast Co-op Teacher Center Committee Meeting
Collaboration, connection, and professional growth were in full swing—and we’re always grateful to see so many educators working together under one roof!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
📊✨ Our Math Specialist, Katlin Hogue, spent time at Dumas Elementary last week leading PLCs for grades K–5.
🔹 3rd–5th grade teams focused on developing strong math intervention plans to better support student learning.
🔹 K–2 teachers explored the progression of math fluency from kindergarten through 5th grade, including meaningful conversations about how these skills impact students well into adulthood.
It was a powerful time of collaboration and learning, all centered on equipping teachers with tools to strengthen math instruction and student success!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
🔹 3rd–5th grade teams focused on developing strong math intervention plans to better support student learning.
🔹 K–2 teachers explored the progression of math fluency from kindergarten through 5th grade, including meaningful conversations about how these skills impact students well into adulthood.
It was a powerful time of collaboration and learning, all centered on equipping teachers with tools to strengthen math instruction and student success!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
🌍🌱 Calling All Schools – Join Us for the 4th Annual Green Careers Expo! 🌱🌍
Green jobs are one of the fastest-growing fields in today’s global economy—and our youth are eager for purpose-driven careers that make a difference for a more sustainable future.
📌 Event Details
WHAT: 4th Annual Green Careers Expo
WHEN: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
WHERE: El Dorado Conference Center | 311 S. West Ave., El Dorado, AR
Hosted by the Arkansas Forestry Association Education Foundation and the Arkansas Environmental Education Association, this one-day interactive event gives students the chance to:
🔹 Explore careers in renewable energy, natural resource management, environmental science, wildlife conservation, sustainable transportation, clean manufacturing, and more!
🔹 Connect directly with professionals from agencies, businesses, corporations, and organizations in the environmental and conservation fields.
🔹 Attend 20-minute career presentations to dive deeper into specific opportunities.
🎓 Who Can Attend?
Schools may register for either a morning or afternoon session. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! Travel stipends are also available to help offset transportation costs.
👉 Register your students here: https://forms.gle/rwCXkWjEqhxjeSCY7
🗓️ Registration Deadline: October 23, 2025
Let’s work together to inspire the next generation of leaders in green careers! 🌿
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Green jobs are one of the fastest-growing fields in today’s global economy—and our youth are eager for purpose-driven careers that make a difference for a more sustainable future.
📌 Event Details
WHAT: 4th Annual Green Careers Expo
WHEN: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
WHERE: El Dorado Conference Center | 311 S. West Ave., El Dorado, AR
Hosted by the Arkansas Forestry Association Education Foundation and the Arkansas Environmental Education Association, this one-day interactive event gives students the chance to:
🔹 Explore careers in renewable energy, natural resource management, environmental science, wildlife conservation, sustainable transportation, clean manufacturing, and more!
🔹 Connect directly with professionals from agencies, businesses, corporations, and organizations in the environmental and conservation fields.
🔹 Attend 20-minute career presentations to dive deeper into specific opportunities.
🎓 Who Can Attend?
Schools may register for either a morning or afternoon session. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! Travel stipends are also available to help offset transportation costs.
👉 Register your students here: https://forms.gle/rwCXkWjEqhxjeSCY7
🗓️ Registration Deadline: October 23, 2025
Let’s work together to inspire the next generation of leaders in green careers! 🌿
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Science Specialist, Monica Sims, had the pleasure of observing a fantastic 8th-grade science class at DeWitt Middle School! The students were fully engaged in a STEM activity, designing and building their own rubber band cars.
This hands-on project was a perfect way for them to explore the concepts of potential energy and kinetic energy in action. Seeing them apply their knowledge to a real-world challenge was truly inspiring.
Kudos to the students and their dedicated teachers for making science so exciting and tangible!
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This hands-on project was a perfect way for them to explore the concepts of potential energy and kinetic energy in action. Seeing them apply their knowledge to a real-world challenge was truly inspiring.
Kudos to the students and their dedicated teachers for making science so exciting and tangible!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
We’re looking for great people to join our team! Don’t wait—apply today for one of these positions:
Foster Grandparents Volunteer Coordinator/Administrative Assistant
HIPPY Homebased Educator for Crossett School District
HIPPY Homebased Educator for DeWitt School District
Migrant Recruiter
MITS North West & Southern Regional Medicaid Program Advisor
Career and Technical Education Coordinators from across the state gathered together at the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute to learn more about pathway revisions, merit and distinction demonstration, and revised standards. Allison Ray represented the Southeast Arkansas Education Service Cooperative and is excited to share this information with our districts.
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#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
💜💛 In our 6th week of Spirit Fridays… we’re celebrating Dumas School District! 🐾
From the Dumas alma mater:
“You symbolize the things we stand for: true friendship, wisdom, courage, love.” 🎶
At SEARK Co-op, we strive to live out those same values of friendship, wisdom, courage, and love in the way we serve and support our school districts each day.
Have a great year, BOBCATS! 🐾📚🏈
💻✨ Happy IT Professionals Day! ✨💻
Today we recognize our very own Evan Patrick here at SEARK ESC for the outstanding work he does every day to keep us running. We also send a big thank you to the amazing IT professionals in the school districts we serve-you are the behind the scenes heroes who keep our schools going strong!
Today we recognize our very own Evan Patrick here at SEARK ESC for the outstanding work he does every day to keep us running. We also send a big thank you to the amazing IT professionals in the school districts we serve-you are the behind the scenes heroes who keep our schools going strong!
In our 5th week of Spirit Fridays, we’re lifting our voices for the Pirates!
From the Drew Central alma mater:
“Gladly we cheer thee with voices ringing.”
At SEARK Co-op, we gladly cheer alongside you-standing strong for our schools and rooting for the Pirates to have a victorious football season and an amazing school year ahead!
GO PIRATES! 🏈🏴☠️
Today, educators from across South Arkansas gathered in Monticello to take the first steps toward licensure and collaborate to pursue a CTE Technical Permit. Presenters from the Division of Career and Technical Education (DCTE) and local school districts shared insightful strategies on effective teaching and student management, providing valuable tools for teachers to enhance their classroom practices.
It was an inspiring day of learning, networking, and moving education forward together! 💡👏
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
It was an inspiring day of learning, networking, and moving education forward together! 💡👏
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
✏️ Math in Action!
Our math specialist, Katlin Hogue, visited 3rd grade students at Lakeside yesterday and observed them working on an activity matching arrays and groups to create multiplication problems.
Hands-on learning like this helps students build strong foundations in math while keeping it fun and engaging! 🌟
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Our math specialist, Katlin Hogue, visited 3rd grade students at Lakeside yesterday and observed them working on an activity matching arrays and groups to create multiplication problems.
Hands-on learning like this helps students build strong foundations in math while keeping it fun and engaging! 🌟
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
ArPEP teachers gathered for an in-person session focused on unit internalization and the edTPA. These sessions are all about equipping future educators with the tools and confidence they need to step into the classroom ready to make an impact.
We’re proud to support these dedicated teachers on their journey!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
We’re proud to support these dedicated teachers on their journey!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
New Career Development, Keystone, Internship, and College & Career Readiness teachers gathered at the Southeast Arkansas Education Service Cooperative for an engaging and informative professional development session. The day focused on understanding the mentorship program and endorsement requirements.
Presenters Emily Fisher and Kristy Mitchell shared valuable insights and practical guidance for teaching these courses, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment. It was a productive day of professional growth and connection for all involved.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Presenters Emily Fisher and Kristy Mitchell shared valuable insights and practical guidance for teaching these courses, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment. It was a productive day of professional growth and connection for all involved.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
We’re excited about our great group of AmeriCorps members as they kick off a brand-new year of service with in-service training here at SEARK Cooperative!
We’re looking forward to all the ways they’ll make an impact in our schools and communities this year.
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We’re looking forward to all the ways they’ll make an impact in our schools and communities this year.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Welcome, Karen!
We’re excited to welcome Karen Leggett to SEARK Co-op as an ECH Teacher!
Her dedication to early childhood education and her passion for helping young learners grow make her a wonderful addition to our team.
Help us give Karen a big welcome in the comments below!
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We’re excited to welcome Karen Leggett to SEARK Co-op as an ECH Teacher!
Her dedication to early childhood education and her passion for helping young learners grow make her a wonderful addition to our team.
Help us give Karen a big welcome in the comments below!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
We loved having our Curriculum Coordinators and Federal Program Coordinators in the building today! It was a great day of collaboration, sharing ideas, and working together to explore how we can better serve and support our districts.
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#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
In our 4th week of Spirit Fridays… we’re celebrating DeWitt School District! 💙💛
From the DeWitt alma mater:
“Hearts are lifted high in gladness;
Blue-Gold banners fill the sky.”
At SEARK Co-op, our hearts are lifted too as we stand behind the Dragons for a successful school year and a powerful football season ahead!
GO DRAGONS! 🐉📚🏈
#SEARKserves #SpiritFriday #SchoolSpirit
From the DeWitt alma mater:
“Hearts are lifted high in gladness;
Blue-Gold banners fill the sky.”
At SEARK Co-op, our hearts are lifted too as we stand behind the Dragons for a successful school year and a powerful football season ahead!
GO DRAGONS! 🐉📚🏈
#SEARKserves #SpiritFriday #SchoolSpirit
Looking to Make a Difference?
The Drew H.E.A.L.T.H. Coalition held their monthly meeting at the Southeast Arkansas Education Cooperative. The Coalition is on a mission to improve the health and wellness of everyone in Drew County and they’re looking for new members to join their efforts!
✨ Want to get involved in something meaningful?
✨ Looking for a way to make a real impact in your community?
The Coalition meets monthly to share resources, plan health events, and create activities that benefit the entire community. Together, we can build a healthier, stronger Drew County by supporting one another and working toward common goals.
👉 Interested in joining?
Contact Hazelene McCray at 📞 870-460-6270 or 📧 hmccray@uada.edu.
Your voice and commitment can help shape a healthier future for our community! 💪
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
The Drew H.E.A.L.T.H. Coalition held their monthly meeting at the Southeast Arkansas Education Cooperative. The Coalition is on a mission to improve the health and wellness of everyone in Drew County and they’re looking for new members to join their efforts!
✨ Want to get involved in something meaningful?
✨ Looking for a way to make a real impact in your community?
The Coalition meets monthly to share resources, plan health events, and create activities that benefit the entire community. Together, we can build a healthier, stronger Drew County by supporting one another and working toward common goals.
👉 Interested in joining?
Contact Hazelene McCray at 📞 870-460-6270 or 📧 hmccray@uada.edu.
Your voice and commitment can help shape a healthier future for our community! 💪
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
🌟 Welcome, Jessica! 🌟
We’re excited to officially welcome Jessica Griffin to SEARK Co-op as our Local Early Childhood LEAD!
Jessica has been with us for a few months now, supporting early childcare providers and families of children from birth to age five. Her work is already helping enhance access to early education and improve kindergarten readiness across our region.
We’re so glad to have her on the team!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
We’re excited to officially welcome Jessica Griffin to SEARK Co-op as our Local Early Childhood LEAD!
Jessica has been with us for a few months now, supporting early childcare providers and families of children from birth to age five. Her work is already helping enhance access to early education and improve kindergarten readiness across our region.
We’re so glad to have her on the team!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
