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Growing Brains, Growing Skills: Reframing Big Behaviors in Young Children Early childhood classrooms are the foundation for lifelong learning — and the way we speak to young learners shapes their brains, behaviors, and relationships. In PreK, Kindergarten, and First grade classrooms, big feelings and big behaviors are increasingly common, and navigating them has become one of the most significant challenges for educators and schools. This session will help teachers better understand the why behind these behaviors and equip them with tools to respond in ways that build connection, strengthen regulation, and support problem-solving. Participants will: Understand the “big three” executive functions — working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control — and how they emerge in early childhood. Practice using positive, connection-focused teacher language that builds trust and safety while guiding behavior. Learn a reframing structure for shifting from correction to connection, helping students problem-solve instead of escalating power struggles. Walk away with ready-to-use strategies and sample statements to foster regulation, collaboration, and belonging in their classrooms. Register HERE---> https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=569111

Are you a novice teacher wanting to learn more about supporting your students and yourself in the classroom? Check out this NEW session focused on regulating your classroom environment to make it a safe and collaborative place for everyone. The Novice team, Archie, and Bethany would love to see you there! #ArchFordServes #yourBESTsolution

The Arch Forward Learning Partnership crew rolled into Clinton School District this week! From classroom to classroom, we got a front-row seat to the excellence happening in teaching and learning. Big shoutout to the Yellowjackets for buzzing with energy and showing us what student success looks like! 🐝📚💡 #archfordserves #yourbestsolution

The Town Hall event at Arch Ford has been postponed. Please see a statement from the OEC below. The Office of Early Childhood has been very busy this summer and into the fall working on updates to programs. To ensure that information is accurate and timely for all of our stakeholders, all Town Hall meetings currently scheduled for Fall 2025 are being postponed. We remain committed to engaging with our stakeholders and will continue to provide updates, resources, and opportunities for input through alternative channels. We appreciate your understanding and will continue to share updates through our regular communication channels. — Office of Early Childhood

🎯 Climbing Higher, One Step at a Time! Nemo Vista K-12 educators teamed up with Arch Forward Learning Partnership Specialist, Jacob Sisson, to unleash excellence in learning! Together, they crafted Learning Ladders—progressions of targets that map the climb to mastery. These ladders empower both teachers and students to chart their grade-level journey and celebrate each step of achievement. The Red Hawks aren’t just learning…they’re soaring to new heights of success! 🦅✨ #archfordserves #yourbestsolution #aflp

Today is National Dog Day, and we have to acknowledge our favorite Poodle, Mr. Archibald Ford! For almost 4 years, Archie has been serving our region and state. Dozens of schools have working dogs on their campuses because of his vision. We are so proud to work alongside this very special canine! #dogsinschools #ArchFordServes #yourBESTsolution

🚀 System Ready for Liftoff! Dover 3–10 educators joined forces with Arch Forward Learning Partnership System Support Specialist, Jacob Sisson, to lock in Tier 2 intervention & enrichment systems across all campuses Dover Pirate style. 🏴‍☠️ 📊 Data walls are loaded with essentials, system response groups are forming, and these Pirates are charting a systematic course to support every student this year. Dover Elementary, Middle, and High PLC teams are sailing full speed ahead—strong, steady, and ready for action! ⚓️✨ #archfordserves #yourbestsolution #aflp

Wonderview K-12 teachers are Igniting Learning alongside Arch Forward Learning Partners Jacob Sisson and Bethany Hill—fueling student engagement, making sure Every Minute Counts, and building systems of success for all students in 2025-26. These Daredevils are all in for excellence and are laser-focused on Building Futures for every learner! 🚀📚 #yourbestsolution #archfordserves #aflp

Today, Arch Ford Specialists Mindy Mann and Melissa Gasaway collaborated with DESE State Literacy Coaches at Newport Elementary to assist educators in administering student assessments aligned with the newly introduced K–3 ATLAS test. These assessments will be instrumental in validating the test, which is crafted to enhance early literacy instruction. Arch Ford is honored to partner with the state in fostering high-quality learning experiences for students throughout Arkansas. #ArchFordServes

📢 Calling all Early Childhood Educators & Families! Make plans to join us in Plumerville for an Early Childhood Town Hall. 🌟 🗓 Date: Tuesday, September 3 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Arch Ford ESC, Hargis Building, 101 Bulldog Drive, Plumerville, AR This is your opportunity to hear updates, share your voice, and connect around the future of early childhood education in Arkansas. Together, we can build stronger foundations for our youngest learners. We’d love to see you there! Spread the word and bring a friend!

The Early Childhood program staff is excited to be back for the 2025-2026 school year! We had a full week of training and even had a little "game show" fun! #yourBESTsolution #ArchFordserves

🚨 Calling All Science Teachers! 🚨
The Assessment Office is building a fresh bank of Arkansas science teachers to participate in Cambium item events throughout the year.
✅ Please take a moment to fill out this quick form — and share it with other science teachers and instructional facilitators in your network!
Your participation helps strengthen science assessment for students across the state.
📋 Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHruGm1cCZaX-g4jKJXbaux8Ee1v-iswzkwtYEABXY2xZiRQ/viewform
Let’s make sure science has a strong voice at the table!

The Warhawks are soaring to new heights this year at Nemo Vista School District! 🦅 Teachers and administrators teamed up with Systems Support Specialists Bethany Hill and Jacob Sisson to dive deep into ATLAS data—while keeping the young person behind every data point front and center. Their mission? 🚀 Avoid the language of low expectations and ensure learning at high levels for ALL students. With principals Johnna Setzer and Chase Fresneda, and superintendent Logan Bailey leading this amazing crew, the Warhawks are ready to launch into a year of growth, connection, and achievement! #ArchFordServes #yourBESTsolution #aflp

On Saturday, our Local Lead, Kristen Weatherall, had the honor of partnering with River Valley United Way, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, the River Valley Adult Learning Alliance, and the Arkansas River Valley Regional Library System for a special Family Storytime at the Dardanelle Library. She read Look Out Kindergarten, Here I Come! by Nancy Carlson to a wonderful group of young learners, sparking curiosity, imagination, and a love for reading. We are grateful for community partners who share our commitment to early literacy and lifelong learning!

Soaring to New Heights in 2025! Mount Vernon-Enola K-12 teachers and administrators teamed up with Arch Ford Learning Partnership Specialists Jacob Sisson and Bethany Hill to kick off the school year with purpose and power! 🚀 The Warhawks spent the day defining their instructional model, diving into the profile of a highly effective educator, and embracing a renewed sense of urgency. From boosting engagement and maximizing bell-to-bell learning to locking in tight systems for safety, belonging, and instructional excellence — this team is fueled and flight-ready! Here’s to a 2025 school year full of achievement, growth, and Warhawk wins! 🦅💥 #archfordserves #yourbestsolution #aflp

Kicking off the year building a system of excellence! Western Yell K-6 educators teamed up with Arch Forward Specialist Jacob Sisson for a high-energy day of learning focused on John Wink’s Hierarchy of Student Excellence, Learning Ladders, Essential Standards, and designing timely interventions driven by assessment. With best practices and reflection in hand, these Wolverines are geared up and ready to make the 2025-26 school year their best yet! 💪📚✨ #archfordserves #aflp #yourbestsolution

The Gators are at it again! 🐊 Two Rivers 5–12 educators teamed up with Arch Forward Leadership Partnership System Support Specialist Jacob Sisson to supercharge instruction and level up learning! From aligning units to ATLAS to crafting learning ladders that fuel Tier 1 differentiation, these teams are making HQIM their secret weapon. The path to excellence and achievement? They’re blazing it—Gator-style! 💪📚✨ #yourbestsolution #AFLP #ArchFordServes

The Guy Perkins Thunderbirds are cleared for takeoff! 🚀 K–12 educators spent the day soaring toward excellence with Arch Forward Specialist Jacob Sisson. From launching bell-to-bell instruction strategies to fueling student independence and engagement, these teachers explored powerful practices to boost achievement and growth in 2025–2026. The sky’s the limit for this high-flying crew! #YourBestSolution #ArchFordServes #AFLP

Systems Support Specialist Bethany Hill worked with Morrilton Primary and Morrilton Elementary for two days on building their tier one system of support for behavior expectations. This is part of a district wide effort to align common language and expectations in every building! #ArchFordServes #yourBESTsolution #AFLP