The SEARK SCOOP!
🌟 Thank You, Union Bank! 🌟
Union Bank is our first sponsor spotlight for the Girl Power Manufacturing Contest, and we’re grateful for their commitment to empowering young women.
This event encourages participants to explore STEM careers and develop skills that will serve them well in the future workforce. We appreciate Union Bank’s support in helping make these opportunities possible.
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Union Bank is our first sponsor spotlight for the Girl Power Manufacturing Contest, and we’re grateful for their commitment to empowering young women.
This event encourages participants to explore STEM careers and develop skills that will serve them well in the future workforce. We appreciate Union Bank’s support in helping make these opportunities possible.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
🌟 Thank You, Union Bank! 🌟
Union Bank is our first sponsor spotlight for the Girl Power Manufacturing Contest, and we’re grateful for their commitment to empowering young women.
This event encourages participants to explore STEM careers and develop skills that will serve them well in the future workforce. We appreciate Union Bank’s support in helping make these opportunities possible.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Union Bank is our first sponsor spotlight for the Girl Power Manufacturing Contest, and we’re grateful for their commitment to empowering young women.
This event encourages participants to explore STEM careers and develop skills that will serve them well in the future workforce. We appreciate Union Bank’s support in helping make these opportunities possible.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Due to road conditions, the SEARK Co-op will continue to be closed Friday, January 30th. This includes PD sessions, fingerprinting, and paraprofessional testing.
Create a classroom where students feel safe, connected, and ready to learn.
Join Brandie Everett for practical strategies that support regulation and engagement!
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Join Brandie Everett for practical strategies that support regulation and engagement!
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Due to road conditions, the SEARK Co-op will continue to be closed Thursday, January 29th. This includes PD sessions, fingerprinting, and paraprofessional testing.
📚 10 Minutes Matter!
Reading aloud to young children is one of the easiest and most powerful ways to help them get ready for kindergarten—socially, emotionally, and academically. That’s why the Department of Human Services is launching the “10 Minutes Matter” reading campaign.
With this winter weather keeping many of us inside, it’s the perfect time to start!
Reading aloud to young children is one of the easiest and most powerful ways to help them get ready for kindergarten—socially, emotionally, and academically. That’s why the Department of Human Services is launching the “10 Minutes Matter” reading campaign.
With this winter weather keeping many of us inside, it’s the perfect time to start!
Gain clarity and confidence in using Level 2 dyslexia screeners.
This training with Mary Hobbs provides practical guidance on administering and interpreting results.
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This training with Mary Hobbs provides practical guidance on administering and interpreting results.
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Due to road conditions, the SEARK Co-op will be closed Wednesday, January 28th. This includes PD sessions, fingerprinting, and paraprofessional testing.
Strong classrooms start with strong strategies.
Join Mark McLeod to learn practical classroom management tools that support engagement, behavior, and student success!
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❄️ Inclement Weather Notice❄️
In the event of inclement weather, SEARK Co-op will close if either Monticello School District or Drew Central School District announces a closure. This includes professional development sessions, fingerprinting, and paraprofessional testing.
❄️Stay warm, stay safe, and make some memories this weekend!❄️
In the event of inclement weather, SEARK Co-op will close if either Monticello School District or Drew Central School District announces a closure. This includes professional development sessions, fingerprinting, and paraprofessional testing.
❄️Stay warm, stay safe, and make some memories this weekend!❄️
Ryli Birch has been an outstanding AmeriCorps member and a well-deserving recipient of the Arkansas Teacher Academy Scholarship in the amount of $6,000. She is currently a high school senior at Drew Central and has consistently demonstrated professionalism throughout her AmeriCorps service by being punctual, communicating clearly, and working effectively as a team player. Ryli brings a positive attitude to her work, is dependable and hardworking, and has a genuine passion for supporting her students. Her dedication and strong work ethic make her an excellent role model. This fall, she will attend the University of Arkansas at Monticello, where she plans to major in education and continue her commitment to serving students and the community. Ryli plans to serve another term with AmeriCorps while attending school. Help us congratulate Ryli in the comments!
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Strategic planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming. These AR App working sessions provide hands-on support to help districts develop strong, data-aligned plans.
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📘 SE ADE Science of Reading Stand-Alone Day: Decoding
Educators joined us for a focused and impactful day centered on Decoding, led by Karen Robinson, fulfilling one of the requirements for Pathway D in the Proficiency in the Science of Reading pathways.
During this workshop, participants explored the critical role decoding plays in proficient reading, the importance of systematic phonics instruction, and strategies for decoding both single-syllable and multisyllabic words. The session also highlighted how morphology supports strong decoding skills and reading development.
It was a meaningful day of learning that strengthens literacy instruction and supports student success.
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Educators joined us for a focused and impactful day centered on Decoding, led by Karen Robinson, fulfilling one of the requirements for Pathway D in the Proficiency in the Science of Reading pathways.
During this workshop, participants explored the critical role decoding plays in proficient reading, the importance of systematic phonics instruction, and strategies for decoding both single-syllable and multisyllabic words. The session also highlighted how morphology supports strong decoding skills and reading development.
It was a meaningful day of learning that strengthens literacy instruction and supports student success.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #ScienceofReading
What a great two days it was having John Wink at the SEARK Co-op! 👏📚
Our Mentoring ALL Teachers to Excellence sessions were engaging, impactful, and full of practical strategies to support teacher growth. Participants explored how mentors, coaches, and leaders can work together to personalize support, strengthen instructional practices, and move teachers forward—because student growth begins with teacher growth.
Thank you, John Wink, for an inspiring and meaningful experience!
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Our Mentoring ALL Teachers to Excellence sessions were engaging, impactful, and full of practical strategies to support teacher growth. Participants explored how mentors, coaches, and leaders can work together to personalize support, strengthen instructional practices, and move teachers forward—because student growth begins with teacher growth.
Thank you, John Wink, for an inspiring and meaningful experience!
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All the SEARK Happenings—One Scoop!
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✨ A new school year starts long before the first bell rings!
Preparing Educators for a New School Year starts now.
Stay tuned as we announce each of our Summer 2026 Professional Development offerings right here on Facebook!
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Have questions about early childhood programs, trainings, or resources? Reach out to our Local Early Childhood Lead, Jessica Griffin!
Jessica is happy to support providers, families, and partners as we work together to strengthen early childhood education across Southeast Arkansas.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Jessica is happy to support providers, families, and partners as we work together to strengthen early childhood education across Southeast Arkansas.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
📢 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 📢
The Southeast Arkansas Education Service Cooperative (SEARK) is now accepting competitive sealed proposals from qualified vendors to provide a Transportation Modernization Solution funded by the Transportation Modernization Grant (2025).
This project will support approximately 212 school buses across 13 member school districts and seeks a solution that includes software and necessary hardware to:
🚌 Optimize bus route planning
📍 Accurately track student ridership
📣 Enhance communication with stakeholders
Vendors interested in submitting a proposal can find full details and requirements at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WFj1Zaaahe9O5VgUjWCpPDjz-R8LU3rLq-8mfX_bWEs/edit?tab=t.0
Please help us spread the word by sharing with qualified vendors!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
The Southeast Arkansas Education Service Cooperative (SEARK) is now accepting competitive sealed proposals from qualified vendors to provide a Transportation Modernization Solution funded by the Transportation Modernization Grant (2025).
This project will support approximately 212 school buses across 13 member school districts and seeks a solution that includes software and necessary hardware to:
🚌 Optimize bus route planning
📍 Accurately track student ridership
📣 Enhance communication with stakeholders
Vendors interested in submitting a proposal can find full details and requirements at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WFj1Zaaahe9O5VgUjWCpPDjz-R8LU3rLq-8mfX_bWEs/edit?tab=t.0
Please help us spread the word by sharing with qualified vendors!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
🌟 Program Spotlight: Early Childhood Local Lead Highlights 🌟
The Local Early Childhood Lead Agency continues to advance high-quality early care and education through strong partnerships with providers, families, and community stakeholders.
Recent Highlights:
✔️ Trained all area Foster Grandparents on positive reinforcement strategies
✔️ Provided LifeVac Choking First Aid Kits to eight early childhood centers
✔️ Supplied books and sensory activities to child care facilities
✔️ Supporting initiatives like the Brain Building Challenge and Power of Play
✔️ Conducting CLASS observations at all ABC programs and licensed child care centers
✔️ Trained nine additional CLASS observers to support program quality
Upcoming Events:
📅 Quarterly Provider Meeting – February 10
📅 CLASS Infant & Toddler Training – January 21–23
Have questions about early childhood programs, trainings, or resources? Reach out to our Local Early Childhood Lead:
👩🏫 Jessica Griffin
📧 Email: jessica.griffin@searkcoop.com
📱 Cell: 870-308-5221
☎️ Office: 870-367-4864
Jessica is happy to support providers, families, and partners as we work together to strengthen early childhood education across Southeast Arkansas.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
The Local Early Childhood Lead Agency continues to advance high-quality early care and education through strong partnerships with providers, families, and community stakeholders.
Recent Highlights:
✔️ Trained all area Foster Grandparents on positive reinforcement strategies
✔️ Provided LifeVac Choking First Aid Kits to eight early childhood centers
✔️ Supplied books and sensory activities to child care facilities
✔️ Supporting initiatives like the Brain Building Challenge and Power of Play
✔️ Conducting CLASS observations at all ABC programs and licensed child care centers
✔️ Trained nine additional CLASS observers to support program quality
Upcoming Events:
📅 Quarterly Provider Meeting – February 10
📅 CLASS Infant & Toddler Training – January 21–23
Have questions about early childhood programs, trainings, or resources? Reach out to our Local Early Childhood Lead:
👩🏫 Jessica Griffin
📧 Email: jessica.griffin@searkcoop.com
📱 Cell: 870-308-5221
☎️ Office: 870-367-4864
Jessica is happy to support providers, families, and partners as we work together to strengthen early childhood education across Southeast Arkansas.
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
