Our local leads team has been getting out in our communities. We had a great time at the Stone County Health Fair passing out information about child development and kindergarten readiness. Today, we spent the day volunteering at Melbourne School’s Field Day.
We are still taking responses to our Community and Family Early Childhood Education survey. Find the survey here:
https://forms.gle/gMjfE8NM1qyyFcm77
Congratulations!!
Thank you school nurses!!
We are so thankful for our amazing teachers!!
On Tuesday, April 29th, Ozarka College and NAESC hosted the Regional K-6 Science Fair. 72 students from ICC, Calico Rock, and Concord Elementary participated in the event. In order to be invited to the regional science fair students had to score 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in their category at the local school science fair. Regional students were awarded 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in their category. Categories included Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy, Life Science, Earth Science, Engineering, Team Project, and Class Projects. In addition, there were 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place given for best interview and overall science fair winner.
Attention Parents!!
We have the best in the state!!
Congratulations to these ladies!!!
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NAESC's local lead team is conducting an early childhood family and community survey. We believe lifelong learning begins before kindergarten that is why we are seeking ways to support the needs of north central Arkansas' youngest learners. This short survey is for all residents of Fulton, Izard, Sharp, and Stone counties. Please take it and share with your family and friends.
https://forms.gle/QD9Yz1Yfayp1eMsQ7
On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, NAESC hosted a STEM event for schools that are a part of our educational cooperative. Schools brought teams made up of no more than 4 students per team. Students had to work as a team and solve as many challenges as possible to earn points throughout the day. Challenges included problem solving, decoding and encoding, encryption, and even physical challenges. At the end of the day, the teams that earned the most points would capture the flag to win the event. This years top three teams included ICC High School-1st place, Timbo High School-2nd place, and Highland High School -3rd place.
Two of our local school FBLA Chapters were featured in the April Edition of the Arkansas FBLA Business Leader Newsletter. Keep up the great work!
ArPEP Applications are available now through May 31st. Contact Gia Taylor for more info: gia.taylor@northcentralcoop.org
https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/educator-effectiveness/the-arkansas-professional-educator-pathway-arpep
Congratulations to these amazing teachers!!
Students from our co-op area schools participated in the 2025 Be Pro Be Proud Draft Day in Mountain Home. This is an exciting event that aims to encourage and inspire young people to explore and pursue careers in skilled trades. The event showcases a variety of hands-on experiences, career opportunities, and expert guidance, helping students and future professionals connect with industry leaders.
Happy President's Day!!
NAESC, along with Ozarka College, organized and hosted mock interviews for our school districts, providing students with a valuable opportunity to practice and refine their interviewing skills as they transition from high school to the workforce or college. The event had an excellent turnout with 9 schools and 137 students participating.
Mandy Blevins, Systems Coordinator, visited Viola High School to support their work on assessment strategies. During her visit, students were engaged in group activities centered on guiding questions about photosynthesis. The focus was on incorporating a range of Depth of Knowledge (DOK) levels to enhance the rigor and ensure comprehensive coverage of each standard.
Last week, NAESC hosted Cognitive Coaching led by Dr. Curtis Cunningham. Participants learned about using strategies to enhance teachers' cognitive processes.
From all of us at NAESC
