Capri Bell Salaam, 2023 Arkansas Teacher of the Year

09/22/2026

Who’s the next great school leader?

Know an Arkansas educator who has the vision, commitment, and leadership potential to make a difference in a high-need school or district?

Nominate them for Cohort 12 of the IMPACT Arkansas Principal Fellows Program.

Your nomination could be the first step in helping an outstanding educator become an Arkansas school leader.

📲 Nominate a candidate:
https://tinyurl.com/NominateIMPACT

🗓️ Nominations are open through January 15, 2027.

09/19/2026

09/10/2026

👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 Tuesday, October 6, learn more about pathways to teacher licensure. If you're a paraprofessional, substitute teacher, unlicensed school staff, or you're thinking about changing careers, this is your chance to BECOME A TEACHER! 🍎 Register here: https://trst.in/q8vm65

09/02/2026

We are looking for Clinical Supervisors for ArPEP candidates who are completing their year-long residency this year. We are looking for outstanding teachers and administrators who can provide feedback based on the Aspiring Teacher rubric and have a proven track record of effectiveness. Observations must be done during the school day, so retired educators, those on a 4-day week, or those able to have flexible schedules, including higher education, may be interested.

For more information, see the form below. We have candidates across the state, so you don't have to be located in Central Arkansas! We especially need those with secondary teaching experience!

https://forms.gle/7DqAjkqcuckHmgp38

09/01/2026

07/09/2026

Attention Teachers! If you are for looking Professional Development credits or you would like to learn about changes to Arkansas Social Studies curriculum register now for our workshop on Monday, July 20th. It is free! Clink the link to register. https://forms.gle/hDWUUNSPbdQAiTjY8

06/23/2026

This is going to be something special! ❤️

We’re closing out the ADE Summit 2026 with inspiration you won’t want to miss. 🌟🍎

Join us for our Closing Keynote featuring the 2025 Arkansas Teacher of the Year—a powerful voice for students and educators across our state. Hear firsthand how passion, innovation, and dedication are shaping the future of Arkansas classrooms. Let’s celebrate excellence in education and leave motivated to make an even greater impact.

📝 Register on-site at the Summit July 14-16.

06/04/2026

Deadline for submissions is tomorrow!

06/04/2026

The annual ADE Summit is an opportunity for Arkansas educators to learn about innovative programs and engage in thoughtful conversations. Join us July 14-16 at the Hot Springs Convention Center!

📝 Registration information: https://dese.link/ade-summit/

05/22/2026

No Child Goes Hungry: Summer Meals Are Here for Our Community

When school is out, we know access to meals can be a challenge for many families. That’s why we’re sharing this important opportunity to help keep our children nourished, healthy, and ready to thrive.

Thanks to PCSSD and Chartwells K12, children 18 and under can receive FREE breakfast and lunch meal packs all summer long.
✅ No registration
✅ No ID required
✅ No school enrollment necessary

Simply pull up to a designated pickup site between June 4 and July 30th- 7:00–10:00 AM on distribution days, and meals will be placed right into your vehicle.

Let’s work together to make sure every child in our community has access to the food they need this summer.