LRSD NewsLittle Rock School District and individual schools were named favorites in every category in the June 2011 edition of the LR Family Magazine.
The LR Family Magazine readers voted the Little Rock School District as the overall family favorite public school. The school district was commended for its opportunities in academic, extracurricular and child nutrition. The magazine also noted the emphasis which the district has placed on child nutrition with its breakfast and lunch programs.
Both Pulaski Heights Elementary and Middle Schools were voted favorite public elementary and middle schools by readers. In the public high school category, Central High School placed first with Parkview High School placing second among readers. The magazine praised these favorites for their school tradition, parent involvement and student success which is seen not only in the mentioned schools but throughout all schools within the district. Congratulations to the schools and the Little Rock School District for continuing to excel in education!
To view all of the 2011 LR Family Favorites, click here.
Some teachers will do just about anything to help their students do their best on the Benchmark, or ACTAAP, standardized exams. Patricia Erwin, counselor and testing coordinator at Pulaski Heights Elementary, helped to take the "edge" off the Benchmark by pulling together a band to entertain the students at her school.
These teachers wanted to help students understand that the instruction they've received was a cumulative effort, and that they are supported in giving back their best on the test. By helping students understand testing strategies through fun activities such as this "Rock Concert," students can be relieved of the stress that comes with such an important test and simply apply what they know without fear.