The SEARK Education Cooperative extends our heartfelt gratitude to all veterans, including those within our schools, communities, and families. Your courage, dedication, and service inspire us every day. ❤️🤍💙
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Don't miss the latest SEARK Math Newsletter! Our amazing Math Specialist, Katlin Hogue, has packed this issue with awesome tips, resources, and updates to keep your math skills sharp! 📐Click to check out all the $\pi$-tastic goodness! 👇
🌟 Mentoring ALL Teachers to Excellence 🌟
Student growth begins with teacher growth! Mentors, instructional coaches, and leaders play a key role in personalizing support for every educator.
Based on John Wink’s book A Teacher’s Guide to Excellence in Every Classroom, this two-day DESE-approved coaching training will equip participants with mentoring and leadership strategies that help all teachers grow in both knowledge and competence within the Hierarchy of Instructional Excellence.
Participants will learn how to:
1️⃣ Identify each teacher’s current level of proficiency
2️⃣ Create an Individualized Excellence Plan focused on targeted growth
3️⃣ Use effective coaching feedback protocols to move teachers forward
4️⃣ Build strong, aligned relationships between principals and coaches
📅 January 14–15, 2025
🆔 Session ID: #568924
📍 SEARK Education Cooperative
Join us as we work together to empower educators and elevate instruction for every student!
👉 Register here: https://www.searkcoop.com/page/professional-development
#SEARKserves #yourBESTsolution #SEARKPD
Student growth begins with teacher growth! Mentors, instructional coaches, and leaders play a key role in personalizing support for every educator.
Based on John Wink’s book A Teacher’s Guide to Excellence in Every Classroom, this two-day DESE-approved coaching training will equip participants with mentoring and leadership strategies that help all teachers grow in both knowledge and competence within the Hierarchy of Instructional Excellence.
Participants will learn how to:
1️⃣ Identify each teacher’s current level of proficiency
2️⃣ Create an Individualized Excellence Plan focused on targeted growth
3️⃣ Use effective coaching feedback protocols to move teachers forward
4️⃣ Build strong, aligned relationships between principals and coaches
📅 January 14–15, 2025
🆔 Session ID: #568924
📍 SEARK Education Cooperative
Join us as we work together to empower educators and elevate instruction for every student!
👉 Register here: https://www.searkcoop.com/page/professional-development
#SEARKserves #yourBESTsolution #SEARKPD
The SEARK Scoop for the week!
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#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
💡 Happy National STEM Day! 💡
Today we celebrate the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, the fields that inspire curiosity, creativity, and innovation in our students every day.
At SEARK Education Cooperative, we’re proud to support educators who bring hands-on, minds-on learning experiences to life across our districts! 🧠⚙️
Let’s keep exploring, building, and imagining a brighter future through STEM! 🌟
#NationalSTEMDay #SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Today we celebrate the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, the fields that inspire curiosity, creativity, and innovation in our students every day.
At SEARK Education Cooperative, we’re proud to support educators who bring hands-on, minds-on learning experiences to life across our districts! 🧠⚙️
Let’s keep exploring, building, and imagining a brighter future through STEM! 🌟
#NationalSTEMDay #SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
💙🤍 In our 13th week of Spirit Fridays… we’re celebrating the Star City School District! 🐾
Whether in academics or athletics, the Bulldogs exemplify dedication, pride, and true school spirit. We are proud to support the Bulldogs everyday!
GO BULLDOGS! 🐶📚
Whether in academics or athletics, the Bulldogs exemplify dedication, pride, and true school spirit. We are proud to support the Bulldogs everyday!
GO BULLDOGS! 🐶📚
🔤✨ Dyslexia Contacts Job-Alike Meeting ✨🔤
Latanza Atkins hosted this month’s Dyslexia Contacts Job-Alike session, featuring “Syntax Comes First” with Mary Hobbs.
Participants gained valuable updates, shared best practices, and deepened their understanding of how syntax plays a key role in literacy development and student success. 💡📚
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Latanza Atkins hosted this month’s Dyslexia Contacts Job-Alike session, featuring “Syntax Comes First” with Mary Hobbs.
Participants gained valuable updates, shared best practices, and deepened their understanding of how syntax plays a key role in literacy development and student success. 💡📚
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
🌟 Teacher Talent Cohort with TNTP! 🌟
We enjoyed an inspiring afternoon with TNTP during our Teacher Talent Cohort session! The collaboration, ideas, and conversations were all focused on strengthening teacher recruitment, growth, and retention across our region.
It’s always exciting to work alongside dedicated educators who are committed to making a lasting impact! 💙🍎
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
We enjoyed an inspiring afternoon with TNTP during our Teacher Talent Cohort session! The collaboration, ideas, and conversations were all focused on strengthening teacher recruitment, growth, and retention across our region.
It’s always exciting to work alongside dedicated educators who are committed to making a lasting impact! 💙🍎
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
📢 We’re hiring!
Join the SEARK Education Cooperative team and make a difference in education across our region.
👉 Learn more and apply today: https://www.searkcoop.com/page/job-opportunities
Join the SEARK Education Cooperative team and make a difference in education across our region.
👉 Learn more and apply today: https://www.searkcoop.com/page/job-opportunities
💰 “Get Real: Here’s the Deal” — Real Life, Real Lessons!
Melissa Prince joined other community members to help Monticello High School students experience real-world money management through Get Real: Here’s the Deal, a hands-on financial simulation presented by the Extension Office.
From budgeting to tackling unexpected expenses, students got a firsthand look at the financial challenges of adulthood and discovered that real life definitely comes with real costs! 👏
#SEARKserves #yourBESTsolution #ServicebeginswithSE
Melissa Prince joined other community members to help Monticello High School students experience real-world money management through Get Real: Here’s the Deal, a hands-on financial simulation presented by the Extension Office.
From budgeting to tackling unexpected expenses, students got a firsthand look at the financial challenges of adulthood and discovered that real life definitely comes with real costs! 👏
#SEARKserves #yourBESTsolution #ServicebeginswithSE
Time is running out! Register NOW for the ASCD/ARTLL Regional Lunch & Learn!
There’s still time to grab your seat for the ASCD/ARTLL Regional Lunch & Learn happening November 13th at SEARK Co-op! This incredible opportunity, including lunch, is completely FREE!
This event will spotlight Career Readiness with powerful insights from Mike Poore and national experts—sharing real-world strategies you can take back to your district immediately. It’s also a great opportunity to network with leaders from across the region, enjoy lunch, and discuss key topics impacting Arkansas education.
Seating is limited—register TODAY using the QR code on the invitation!
You don’t want to miss this incredible day of learning and collaboration!
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📚✨ It’s Children’s Book Week! ✨📚
At SEARK Education Cooperative, we believe every great adventure begins with a good book. This week, let’s celebrate the joy of reading and the power of stories that inspire curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning!
Drop your favorite children’s book title in the comments—we’d love to see what stories shaped you! 💬❤️
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At SEARK Education Cooperative, we believe every great adventure begins with a good book. This week, let’s celebrate the joy of reading and the power of stories that inspire curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning!
Drop your favorite children’s book title in the comments—we’d love to see what stories shaped you! 💬❤️
#SEARKserves #yourBESTsolution #SEervicebeginswithSE
✨ACTION-ORIENTED WORKSHOP: Mastering Arkansas' A–F School Rating System✨
Are you an Arkansas District or School Leader who needs a clear, actionable understanding of the redesigned A–F accountability system? Don't just get a grade—learn how to drive improvement with it!
This essential workshop will move you beyond the basics. You will:
🔬 Dig into each component of the accountability formula: Achievement, Growth for all students, Lowest Quartile Growth, and Postsecondary Readiness.
📊 Learn how to accurately interpret your results and identify key leverage points.
🚀 Develop data-to-action strategies to target instructional changes and support your school's improvement plan.
This is your opportunity to turn complex data into a clear roadmap for success!
Choose the session that fits your schedule:
➡️ Morning Session Registration: https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=569883]
➡️ Afternoon Session Registration: https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=569886]
Limited spots available—secure your place today!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Are you an Arkansas District or School Leader who needs a clear, actionable understanding of the redesigned A–F accountability system? Don't just get a grade—learn how to drive improvement with it!
This essential workshop will move you beyond the basics. You will:
🔬 Dig into each component of the accountability formula: Achievement, Growth for all students, Lowest Quartile Growth, and Postsecondary Readiness.
📊 Learn how to accurately interpret your results and identify key leverage points.
🚀 Develop data-to-action strategies to target instructional changes and support your school's improvement plan.
This is your opportunity to turn complex data into a clear roadmap for success!
Choose the session that fits your schedule:
➡️ Morning Session Registration: https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=569883]
➡️ Afternoon Session Registration: https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=569886]
Limited spots available—secure your place today!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
Here’s what’s happening this week at SEARK Co-op!
Stay up to date on trainings, meetings, and events happening across the co-op.
📅 Check out the calendar below to see what’s on the schedule!
💚 SEARK Co-op and their families attended the UAM tailgate and game today. It was a great time of fellowship and community! We’re already planning our next tailgate—Go Weevils! 💚
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Our team celebrated Halloween with a spooktacular potluck lunch, bingo, and a costume contest!
Congratulations to our Math Specialist, Katlin Hogue aka Ms. Frizzell, who won the costume contest!
It was a frightfully good time filled with laughter and great company! Thank you Sunshine Committee for a wonderful lunch event!
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Congratulations to our Math Specialist, Katlin Hogue aka Ms. Frizzell, who won the costume contest!
It was a frightfully good time filled with laughter and great company! Thank you Sunshine Committee for a wonderful lunch event!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
📜 Honoring Our SEARK Principals!
Celebrating the leaders who inspire, support, and guide our schools every single day.
Your dedication makes all the difference, thank you for leading with heart and vision! 💙
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution #PrincipalsMonth #LeadershipMatters
Celebrating the leaders who inspire, support, and guide our schools every single day.
Your dedication makes all the difference, thank you for leading with heart and vision! 💙
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution #PrincipalsMonth #LeadershipMatters
💙🤍 In our 12th week of Spirit Fridays… we’re celebrating Monticello School District!
Each Friday, the SEARK Co-op staff proudly wear the colors of one of our 15 districts to show our support. This week, we’re cheering for the Monticello Billies! 🐐✨
From the Monticello alma mater:
“In spirit and courage, in faith so true.” 🎶
With that same spirit and courage, the Billies continue to make their community proud, on the field and in the classroom.
A special thank you to MIS for sending over the Big M and the football team for sharing jerseys for our picture this week! 💙🤍
GO BILLIES! 🐐📚🏈
Each Friday, the SEARK Co-op staff proudly wear the colors of one of our 15 districts to show our support. This week, we’re cheering for the Monticello Billies! 🐐✨
From the Monticello alma mater:
“In spirit and courage, in faith so true.” 🎶
With that same spirit and courage, the Billies continue to make their community proud, on the field and in the classroom.
A special thank you to MIS for sending over the Big M and the football team for sharing jerseys for our picture this week! 💙🤍
GO BILLIES! 🐐📚🏈
Preparing students for real-world careers! SEARK Education Cooperative’s CTE team supports schools across Southeast Arkansas with programs, training, and industry partnerships that help students succeed.
📣 Grant updates:
State start-up grants submitted (results Feb 2026):
• Woodlawn – Animal Systems: $30,308
• Strong – Criminal Justice: $19,472
• Hermitage – Agri Power, Structural, & Technical Systems: $62,905
Hamburg Modernization Grant submitted: Animal Systems – $8,183 (results Feb 2026)
Star City awarded DCTE Innovation Grant: Biomedical Pathway – $8,450
📞 Contact Allison Ray, CTE Coordinator, 870-367-4835 for more info on the CTE Program!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
📣 Grant updates:
State start-up grants submitted (results Feb 2026):
• Woodlawn – Animal Systems: $30,308
• Strong – Criminal Justice: $19,472
• Hermitage – Agri Power, Structural, & Technical Systems: $62,905
Hamburg Modernization Grant submitted: Animal Systems – $8,183 (results Feb 2026)
Star City awarded DCTE Innovation Grant: Biomedical Pathway – $8,450
📞 Contact Allison Ray, CTE Coordinator, 870-367-4835 for more info on the CTE Program!
#SEARKserves #ServicebeginswithSE #yourBESTsolution
💡 Accountability is evolving in K–12 education!
“Our Accountability Era: How Outcomes-Based Contracts Drive Student Achievement,” an EdWeb webinar will be held on Nov. 13 at 4 PM ET.
We’re proud to share that Hamburg’s own Lesley Nelms will be a featured guest speaker! 🙌 Lesley has written the HIT Grant and secured over $1 million in High Impact Tutoring funding from ADE. She’s also implemented Outcomes-Based Contracting across Hamburg’s tutoring initiatives—making Hamburg the only district in the SEARK Cooperative using this model.
Lesley recently presented at the 2025 Convening for the Center of Outcome-Based Contracting in Orlando, sharing Hamburg’s success story with educators from across the nation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Lesley and other district and industry experts about how Outcomes-Based Contracting is connecting investments to measurable student growth!
📅 Register here: https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadersplc20251113/
#SEARKserves #yourBESTsolution #ServiceBeginsWithSE
“Our Accountability Era: How Outcomes-Based Contracts Drive Student Achievement,” an EdWeb webinar will be held on Nov. 13 at 4 PM ET.
We’re proud to share that Hamburg’s own Lesley Nelms will be a featured guest speaker! 🙌 Lesley has written the HIT Grant and secured over $1 million in High Impact Tutoring funding from ADE. She’s also implemented Outcomes-Based Contracting across Hamburg’s tutoring initiatives—making Hamburg the only district in the SEARK Cooperative using this model.
Lesley recently presented at the 2025 Convening for the Center of Outcome-Based Contracting in Orlando, sharing Hamburg’s success story with educators from across the nation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Lesley and other district and industry experts about how Outcomes-Based Contracting is connecting investments to measurable student growth!
📅 Register here: https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadersplc20251113/
#SEARKserves #yourBESTsolution #ServiceBeginsWithSE
