Kelli, Karen, and Cheryl from the DMESC Early Childhood team caught up with #ATOY Beau McCastlain at the Office of Education Policy Luncheon with Governor Sarah Sanders today. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. #yourBESTsolution
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Ruthie’s ABC classroom in Foreman has a Santa”s workshop Center where students are decorating and wrapping presents! Such a cute and developmentally appropriate idea!
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DMESC Curriculum Coordinators met to discuss data and receive resources from System Support Specialist Andria Miller.
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🌟 Happy Computer Science Week! 🌟
This week, we celebrate the impact of computer science on our world and the importance of integrating it into education. From sparking creativity to fostering critical thinking, computer science skills empower students to solve real-world problems and innovate for the future.
🚀 Why Computer Science Matters:
- **Develop Problem-Solving Skills**: Computer science teaches students how to break down complex issues and find effective solutions.
- **Prepare for the Future**: As technology continues to evolve, understanding computer science is crucial for diverse careers in all fields, not just tech.
- **Encourage Collaboration**: Many computer science projects are collaborative, helping students learn teamwork and communication skills.
- **Inspire Creativity**: Code is the new canvas! Computer science allows students to express their creativity through games, apps, and digital art.
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🎉 🖥️🔒Congratulations to our Winners! Students from 8 school districts showcased their skills in a thrilling Capture The Flag (CTF) event! 🎮💻 Competing in cybersecurity challenges, these talented students worked together to solve puzzles, crack codes, and demonstrate their tech expertise.
We’re so proud of their dedication, teamwork, and determination to learn and grow in this rapidly evolving field. 🌟 Kudos to all participants for making this event such a success!
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De Queen School District
Mena Public Schools
Cossatot River School District
Dierks High School
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Mount Ida High School
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This week, DMESC educators have been engaged in Cognitive Coaching sessions led by Dr. Curtis Cunningham. This training includes the coaching element required for eligibility for merit pay.
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Look out! Girl Power 2025 is coming soon to DMESC!
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📚✨ December is Read a New Book Month! ✨📚
DMESC encourages everyone to pick up a book they’ve never read before and immerse themselves in new ideas and inspiration.
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🍂🦃 This Thanksgiving, let our lives be full of thanks and giving! As educators, we have the incredible opportunity to shape young minds and hearts. Let’s take a moment to express gratitude for our students, colleagues, and the joyful moments that inspire us every day. Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁✨
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The monthly DMESC staff meeting was very productive. Data updates were presented Local Leads Captain, Karen Garner and System Support Specialist, Andria Miller. Tyra Hobson led a session on cyber security measures . The EOM was Science Specialist, Brian Schuller.
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DMESC hosted 65 students for an ACT Bootcamp with Chad Cargill. Students were learning strategies for improving their ACT scores and how to be successful test takers. Best of luck on their next test attempt!
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Krystal Titsworth from Mena High School certified 82 students as CyberPatriot Tech Caregivers in the recent Cyberpatriot competition.
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State Reps. DeAnn Vaught and John Maddox were honored guests of the DMESC Board of Directors. These legislators discussed local issues and listened to our district's needs. This feedback will be considered in the upcoming legislative session.
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Karen Garner, Kelly Parson, and Cheryl Green from the EC (Early Childhood) team participated this week in the Arkansas Committee of Early Learning and the Excel by Eight Learning Community. Hope Worsham and Stacy Smith from DESE shared valuable insights on the ATLAS assessment and its connection to early childhood education. The Office of Early Childhood provided updates on class observations, while the local lead from DMSC was recognized for their contributions during a recent town hall meeting. Additionally, the team had the opportunity to collaborate with various stakeholders from Sevier County to enhance outcomes for students.
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The GT students at Joann Walters Elementary, along with their peers, designed the 2nd annual Outlaw Thanksgiving Day parade. They expertly programmed Dash robots to navigate the course with themed balloons.
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DMESC Principals met to discuss data with Systems Support Specialist Andria Miller and learn about content-specific walkthrough tools from Math Specialist Shannon Miller and Science Specialist Brian Schuller. #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution
🌟🎉 Exciting news from De Queen ABC Preschool! We just wrapped up a fantastic food drive, and we are thrilled to announce our winners! 🥳🥫
🏆 First place goes to Mrs. Cynthia's room with an amazing 603 items donated!
🥈 Second place is Mrs. Rosa's classroom, contributing an impressive 417 items!
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Christy Nance and her team had an amazing time at the Arkansas Home Visitors Network annual conference in Hot Springs, including a special moment when the governor declared November 15th Home Visitor Day in Arkansas. 🏡✨
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Today, participants finished Day 8 of their Cognitive Coaching training led by Dr. Curtis Cunningham at DMESC.
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