Thank you school nurses for all you do!!!
THIS SATURDAY, MAY 9
Praxis Prep Workshop:
Content Knowledge 5511 & Elementary Ed Subjects 5001–5004
Saturday, May 9, 8:30 - 3:30
This session supports educators preparing for Praxis 5511 and Elementary Education Tests 5002–5004. Participants will review key content areas—language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and writing—along with test-taking strategies aligned to exam standards. The session includes targeted practice and resources to build confidence and readiness for success on these elementary-level assessments.
#yourBESTsolution, #ArchFordServes
Teachers and teacher assistants at Center Valley Elementary in Russellville recently spent the morning taking a deep dive into building executive functioning in their students. This staff has spent most of the school year learning what executive functioning is, how it develops, and the strengths and deficits within its functions. They have been exploring ways to identify scaffolds that build students' EF skills and exposing their students to lessons that raise awareness in the classroom.
During their deep dive, they spent time unpacking Cognitive Load Theory and working memory, which helped teams align universal and individual supports for students. They unpacked the three main EF areas and aligned supports to specific students in their school. This amazing staff also stepped into vulnerability by taking a self-assessment of executive functioning strengths and weaknesses! They discussed as a team and validated that collective efficacy is one of the most powerful aspects of a high-achieving school focused on growth for ALL learners. Way to go, Center Valley Team! #ArchFordServes
Praxis Prep Workshop:
Content Knowledge 5511 and Elementary Ed Subjects 5001–5004
Saturday, May 9, 8:30 - 3:30
This session supports educators preparing for Praxis 5511 and Elementary Education Tests 5002–5004. Participants will review key content areas—language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and writing—along with test-taking strategies aligned to exam standards. The session includes targeted practice and resources to build confidence and readiness for success on these elementary-level assessments.
#yourBESTsolution, #ArchFordServes
Beatrice, Archie, and Bethany recently attended CLASS training to learn more about supporting early childhood in our region! They learned so much from their trainer, Lisa Hardage. Archie and Huck had some play time and loved on participants!
⭐️BIG NEWS⭐️
Our work is expanding and we are so excited for what's ahead!
Step into a space designed to refill your cup, not just your calendar!
Join us at Arch Ford for a dynamic mini-conference centered on the mental health and well-being of educators, where the focus is simple but powerful: helping you work with greater efficiency, think with clarity, and protect the bandwidth that keeps you at your best. Featuring keynote speaker Brad Chapin, this experience will blend insight, practicality, and a refreshing dose of real-world perspective on sustaining yourself in today’s educational landscape.
Participants will also have the opportunity to choose two breakout sessions tailored to their needs and interests. Each session is crafted around relevant topics that support streamlined practices, mental clarity, and sustainable approaches to the demands of education.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your focus, lighten your load, or reconnect with your purpose, this conference offers meaningful strategies you can take back to your classroom and your life.
Register HERE--->https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=577669
Meaningful conversations filled the room as early childhood providers and educators gathered for Learning Comes Alive Outdoors during Arkansas Children’s Week. Educators explored how rich learning and meaningful interactions can happen outdoors while connecting with colleagues from different programs and communities. Through partnerships with Local Leads in the area and collaboration with Arkansas State University Childhood Services, this event was made possible. When educators learn together, the impact reaches far beyond one classroom.
Guy-Perkins School District is working on universal language for building expectations and aligning language between K-6 and 7-12 buildings! They are building a system of behavior support from the ground up. One of their goals is to tier their approach to behavior intervention. They are ready to SOAR!
As you can see, Dutton the school dog was a big participant! #ArchFordServes
🚀 Learning is out of this world at Clinton ABC Preschool! Students are exploring the solar system through dramatic play, art, and hands-on discovery. These moments create opportunities for strong CLASS interactions!
Amazing things are happening in Arch Ford early childhood classrooms!
Calling all Special Education Teachers... DATE ADDED!!!!
This full-day professional development session supports Special Education teachers in proactively writing high-quality, compliant IEPs before the busy spring season. Participants will learn how to use Atlas and DLM data in conjunction with other forms of data to make data-driven decisions, develop well-rounded PLAAFPs, and write clear, measurable goals aligned to student needs. The session also emphasizes effective collaboration with IEP team members and families to ensure data, input, and instructional priorities are accurately reflected. Teachers will leave with practical strategies and tools to streamline the IEP process while improving quality, confidence, and consistency.
Tuesday, 3/10 - Register Here
Tuesday, 3/17 - Register Here
Friday, 4/3 - Register Here
⭐️Dinner, Door Prizes, and More! There is still time to register!
Big things are happening at Southside Bee Branch Preschool.
From joyful classrooms to intentional instruction, this team is doing the work that matters most. When educators are committed to growing their impact, children feel it. And you can feel it here!
Partnering with North Little Rock School District teachers has been a joy. They are doing incredible work for students. From planning, analyzing data, and co-teaching, we are thankful for this opportunity.
Arch Ford was honored to host Dr. Corrales from Fueling Brains during his recent visit to our region.
He had the opportunity to visit incredible schools, see Nurturing Minds in action, and connect with teachers and leaders who are intentionally building executive function skills in their classrooms.
What he saw was powerful. Executive function matters, and our educators are leading the way!
We are proud of the work happening across our cooperative and grateful for this meaningful partnership.
Watching ArPEP educators in action is a powerful reminder that passion and perseverance make a difference everyday. We are proud of the impact they are making on Arkansas schools!
These three ladies have teamed up (with a little emotional support from Archie) to begin the work of establishing a common language for behavior expectations at Shirley Elementary. They will continue this work throughout the spring semester so they will be prepared as a staff to begin the 2026-2027 school year. We are so proud of their work, and it's only just beginning!
Elementary and middle school counselors from the region recently met at Arch Ford to collaborate, network, and learn together. They had kid talks, shared ideas about mentoring and check in systems, and learned more about collaborative problem solving with students.
Using Evaluation Results to Guide Service Design and IEPs: Target Audience - Building Level Admin & Special Education Teachers
This half-day professional development session focuses on analyzing data from initial and three-year reevaluation results or reports to better understand the whole child and guide effective IEP development and service design. Participants will learn how to translate evaluation data into meaningful decisions related to PLAAFPs, goals, accommodations, and services. Teachers and administrators will leave with a clearer, shared understanding of how evaluation data drives compliant, student-centered planning.
Wednesday, March 18 - Register Here
Wednesday, April 8 - Register Here
Applying Evaluation Data to IEP Development: Guided Work Session: Target Audience - Special Education Teachers
This half-day guided work session is designed for teachers who attended the original evaluation data PD. Participants will apply learning by working directly with data from initial and three-year reevaluation results or reports to strengthen PLAAFPs, align measurable goals, and refine IEP components. Support will be available to clarify expectations and ensure alignment between evaluation data, student needs, and service design.
Wednesday, March 18 - Register Here
Wednesday, April 8 - Register Here
Calling all Special Education Teachers...
This full-day professional development session supports Special Education teachers in proactively writing high-quality, compliant IEPs before the busy spring season. Participants will learn how to use Atlas and DLM data in conjunction with other forms of data to make data-driven decisions, develop well-rounded PLAAFPs, and write clear, measurable goals aligned to student needs. The session also emphasizes effective collaboration with IEP team members and families to ensure data, input, and instructional priorities are accurately reflected. Teachers will leave with practical strategies and tools to streamline the IEP process while improving quality, confidence, and consistency.
2/24 - Register Here
3/10 - Register Here
4/3 - Register Here
