
Good afternoon Chicot families. Out of an abundance of caution, we went on a brief perimeter lockdown this afternoon following a report that gunshots were heard in the surrounding community. Safety and Security conducted an assessment. No threat was identified and we were cleared to resume normal operations.

Families! Friday is the last day to donate items to our Food Drive. We are asking families to donate food. All items are donated to a local organization to serve others.
The winning grade level will get a popcorn party! Kindergarten is leading the competition today. Let's support our community!



Gracias a todos los padres que vinieron a nuestra sesión para padres ayer. El evento fue un éxito con información útil de nuestras maravillosas presentadoras. ¡Esperamos verte en la próxima sesión!
Thank you to all of the parents that came to our parent session yesterday. The event was a success with useful information from our wonderful presenters. We hope to see you at the next session!




Tomorrow is our last SNAP outreach session. Get your chance to apply in person or ask questions. We can make copies to apply in person.
Handouts for free meal sites will be available. Bilingual staff will be present.



Don't forget! Come to Chicot tonight, Nov. 13th, at 6 pm, to participate in a community discussion regarding LRSD enrollment, programming, and facilities. The meeting is open to all community members, families, and all stakeholders. It's not too late. Join us!



Stopping by the store? Make sure to pick up a few extra items for the food drive. All proceeds benefit the Have A Little Mercy Mobile Help Center. Ms. Shalonda is a one-woman operation serving the SWLR community. Let's support her!
Friday is the deadline to drop off items!



Recuerde que mañana a las 7:30 am tendremos una sesión para padres con oradores invitados para hablar sobre los recursos del distrito para familias inmigrantes, la importancia de la participación de los padres en el éxito académico de los niños y la oportunidad de obtener apoyo adicional a través de los servicios de Familias en Transición. Esta sesión será en español. Se proporcionará café y refrigerios. ¡Espero verte allí!
Remember tomorrow at 7:30am we will have a parent session with guest speakers to talk about district resources for immigrant families, the importance of parent involvement in children's academic success, and the opportunity to get extra support through Families In Transition services. This session will be held in Spanish. Coffee and snacks will be provided. Hope to see you there!



The Summit Heating Assistance Fund is open!
Program funds will assist Summit customers to pay past due natural gas bills up to $200 per year during the heating season: November 1, 2023 -- March 29, 2024 or until funds have been depleted. For more information, you can reach us at shaf@heartaruw.org.
Applications will be processed in the order they were received. Due to the overwhelming number of applications over a short period of time, there may be a delay getting back with you once your application has been submitted.
Eligibility:
-Those interested in applying must show proof they are a Summit customer in Arkansas and Texarkana, Texas. Customers can show proof by providing the 12-digit account number, which is shown on Summit Utilities billing statement, located at the top corner right of the invoice. They must also have a copy of a past-due bill.
-The person applying for heating assistance must be the same as the customer of record on the account.
-The Summit Heating Assistance fund cannot assist with making payments toward inactive accounts, or provide payment assistance toward deposits, connect fees, etc.
Apply online!
https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=heartars

Next Wednesday is our last SNAP outreach session with the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance. Bilingual staff is available to answer questions and complete applications. Get help and sign up!



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We have sweet potatoes! Come thru the line and get a box.

Food distribution update!
We will still distribute food despite rain in the forecast. Please be ready to open your trunk or car door.
We have changed the distribution start time to 3:15 PM for the rest of the year.
Thanks!

Our PARTNERS After School Art Showcase was a success! Students highlighted their learning through art projects and a movement demonstration. Thank you Arkansas A+ Schools! @ArkansasSchools @DrJermallWright





We're fortunate to have a partnership providing arts enrichment in our after-school program. Check out what the Art Club is doing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cH9qtLe644s

We were caught showing our S.P.O.T.S. school-wide!


Exciting News! #LRSDSpiritfest is back this year on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Park Plaza. Chicot Stars will preform at 11:20 am. Join us to learn more about LRSD’s exciting educational offerings, and for a day of fun, and entertainment! #LRSDSpiritfest

Support the community! We're hosting a food drive for the Have A Little Mercy Mobile Help Center. It's a community organization serving SWLR. The winning grade level gets a popcorn party!
You can drop off donations in the elementary lobby. We have bins for each grade level. November 17 is the deadline!

