🎉 Congratulations to Hall-West High School of Innovation seniors Ian Ratcliff and Joshua Morehart for earning top speaker awards at the debate tournament! 🏆 Their impressive achievement has secured them a bid to the Arkansas State Championship. We’re looking forward to seeing their continued success as they prepare for more tournaments this season!
****LRSD Special Board Meeting/Public Comment/Work Session & Emp Hearing, Thurs., Nov. 7th, Starting at 5:30PM
810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com
Election Day wasn’t just for adults this year—LRSD students took part in mock elections and voting activities across several campuses! From choosing student government representatives to casting votes in creative mock elections, our students had hands-on experiences that brought civic engagement to life.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the LRSD Recruitment Fair! It was wonderful connecting with families and showcasing what makes LRSD the place to be. Special thanks to our talented student performers and amazing sponsors for helping make the event successful! A reminder - Open Enrollment is December 2-13 for families who want to join LRSD!
The Little Rock School District offers Advanced Placement (AP) and Concurrent Credit courses to help students earn college credit while in high school. These courses can give you a competitive edge on college applications. Learn more about AP at exploreap.org and concurrent credit details here: https://5il.co/2drla.
The Little Rock School District hosted its annual Dad's and Grandparent's luncheon, honoring family involvement in our schools. Dads and grandparents enjoyed games and had the chance to win prizes, creating a fun and engaging atmosphere. This event highlights families' important role in supporting our students and schools, making it a memorable day for everyone involved!
📚👻 Parkview Arts/Science Magnet High School's "Scary Stories @ The View" brought students together yesterday for a thrilling afternoon of original tales! Over lunch, they shared spine-chilling stories that filled the library with suspense and creativity. Perfect for the season!
Congratulations to Omarai Williams and Jonathan Worrell from Little Rock Southwest High School for being honored by the 2024 College Board National Recognition Program! Omari received the National First Generation Award, and Jonathan earned the National African American Award. Proud of these students!
Thank you to all the staff and students who joined in on last week's Halloween celebrations across LRSD! From creative costumes worn by Student Registration Coordinator Andre Williams, Administrative Assistant Brian Grant, and the McDermott Elementary administration team to all the smiles and fun, the Halloween spirit was truly alive. We appreciate everyone who made the day a festive success!
A special thanks to the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville for hosting a special reception honoring LRSD's National Merit Semifinalists! Congrats to the amazing students who achieved this tremendous accomplishment.
📚✨ Big thanks to Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield for partnering with Parkview Arts/Science Magnet High School and supporting our 9th-grade students through mock interviews last week! This empowering experience helped students practice essential skills and gain confidence for future opportunities. We appreciate the partnership and the positive impact it brings to our school community!
🎉 Congratulations to all the students and staff honored at last night’s Superintendent's Citation Program! From essay champions and state fair winners to volleyball stars and newly certified drone pilots, we’re incredibly proud of your achievements!
🍂🎉 Watson Elementary School's Fall Festival was a hit! Over 100 families enjoyed games, candy, food, and fun bouncy houses! Huge thanks to everyone who made the night unforgettable. 🍁🎃
🎉 LRSD's Mid. & High School Recruitment Fair continues. Students have been exploring incredible programs and opportunities across our schools.
👪 Parents & Families: Now it's your turn, TONIGHT! Come check out options for your students & win prizes, 5-7PM, LR Southwest, 9715 Mabelvale Pike. More here: https://5il.co/2ztkg
🎉 Thank You, LRSD Community! A big thank you to everyone who joined our Town Hall and "Listening Tour" events! Your input on key topics, like the school year calendar, cell phone policy, and strategic plan, is invaluable. For those who couldn’t attend, there’s still time to share your thoughts! The survey is open until Friday, so don’t miss this chance to make your voice heard.
📋 Survey Links:
English: https://lrsd.jotform.com/242564514147961
Spanish: https://lrsd.jotform.com/242564595665975
Big shoutout to Little Rock Southwest High School's S3 Marching Band for earning their first superior ratings at the AR Region 1 Marching Assessment! 🎶 These students consistently rise to the occasion, and their hard work has paid off! 🎺 Also, don’t miss the chance to support the Supersonic Storm of Southwest as they gear up for their 3rd Annual KranksGiving Battle of the Bands! 🥁
🎉🏆 Huge congratulations to THE NATION, Parkview Arts/Science Magnet High School- LRSD's Marching Band, for earning a Superior Rating at the AR Region I Marching Assessment, qualifying them for State! 🎺🥁 This achievement highlights the dedication, talent, and teamwork of our students, along with the outstanding leadership of our music educators!
Red Ribbon Week officially kicked off this week, and schools across LRSD are joining the campaign with fun, themed dress-up days to promote living drug-free! Some of the themes include Red Carpet RED-Y, Put a Cap on Drugs, Anything but a Cup Day, and Decades Day. Keep up the great work, everyone!
🎤 Let's give a round of applause because 196 of our talented students across the district earned a spot in the ArkCDA Region 2 All-Region Choir this year! 🎶👏 Congratulations to all the students — you’ve made us #LRSDProud!
Stephens Elementary 2nd graders stepped back in time last week during a visit to the Historic Arkansas Museum! They learned about life in the early/mid-1800s, from blacksmithing and food preservation to wagon wheel construction and the printing press. Big thanks to the Historic Arkansas Museum for this hands-on history lesson!
