DeQueen-Mena Education Service Cooperative

Join us as we enjoy a day filled with musical, creative, and artful activities to use in your classroom! Instruments will be provided. Please bring a notebook and a playful spirit! K-6 Music #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=526932

Expect, Engage, Empower - Planning for Inclusion in Transition Join Ashley Bell in this newly revised morning session from 9 am - noon PD opportunity as she shares two students' transition process - from the early stages of planning to graduation. Ashley will take attendees through each component of the Indicator 13 Cross Reference Tool as they develop an understanding of not only what is required to be in place by IDEA, but also the importance of each one of the components and how they can lead the student to successful post-school outcome. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=520371

Expect, Engage, Empower - Planning for Inclusion in Transition Ashley's afternoon session will discuss the components and importance of creating a sense of belonging among students and includes basic information on strategies, tips, and tools that will help individuals and/or teams incorporate inclusive practices into the secondary transition process. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=520374

🌟Tyra Hobson just returned from the 2024 CIRT (Cyber Incident Response Team) Conference in Little Rock. Arkansas is leading the nation in K-12 cybersecurity protocols by establishing the CIRT, comprising ADE, DIS, and ESC Technology Coordinators. During the 2024 CIRT conference, the team engaged in a hands-on threat hunt exercise, received cyber law updates, and set new goals for the next year. 🛡️🙌🏆#thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed

The purpose of this training is to help narrow down and focus your studies on essential concepts while also giving you a basic understanding of various computer science principles. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=518874

Join Beth Mathys for a half-day workshop or opt for a full-day session. Get ready for a journey of self-discovery, introspection, and stretching beyond your comfort zone. The aim is to empower teaching through reflection and personal growth. #thinkcoop1st 9:00 am session - https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519490 12:30 pm session - https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519516

DMESC held its April staff meeting, starting with staff celebrations and updates, followed by Andria Miller's presentation on PLC. Then, collaborative teams shared their SMART goals and progress. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Educators will explore the night sky, delve into scientific and environmental concepts, examine Native American myths' origins and cultural importance, and engage in an arts-related segment. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522577

More than ever, students are struggling with their emotions and social interactions. From a growing reliance on screens to a general fear of challenge and failure, students need to feel safe and supported in their classrooms. In this workshop, teachers will learn activities that foster a safe and risk-encouraging environment and facilitate open dialogues to create empathy, understanding, and resilience. Led by veteran teacher, teaching artist, and active learning consultant April Gentry-Sutterfield, this workshop will help you create a place where every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. June 27, 2024 @ DMESC #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=520188

This session discusses not only the "why" behind inclusion in Arkansas but also HOW we make it happen in the math classroom. #thinkcoop1st. https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522625

The curriculum provides a 20-minute flexible physical activity routine designed for educators to provide to their youth audience Objectives: * Educators will learn to deliver the 4-H Yoga Move It! * Demonstrate ability to develop 4-H Yoga Move It! session * Demonstrate Yoga Poses and Routines Preparing for the training: - Please complete the pre-survey by June 1st. - Make sure to wear athletic clothes on the training date. - Hydrate before and after attending the 3-hour training. - $25 fee per participant. Participants will be invoiced after the training. #thinkcoop1st. We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522599

Join us on June 10th in the Grand Hall as we take an in-depth look at what our society defines as an "outcast student." #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=526159

Register Today!! Allison's session, Essential Classroom Management, is an interactive training designed to help the general educator promote positive behaviors in the classroom. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519340

Calling all Library Media Specialists! Topics will include weeding policies, to genrefy or not to genrefy, how to run and read reports, good fundraisers, AR vs no AR, and many more. PLEASE bring your library policies and procedures and your book challenge policy. We want to take a good look at our policies and update them if needed! Bring a laptop and be able to login to your library system, we will be looking at reports. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522080

This event is designed to inspire those who are willing to begin or continue their Conscious Discipline journey. #thinkcoop1st. https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519351

Join Allison for this THREE-HOUR training is an introduction to Targeted Behavior Interventions. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=519318

On this Arbor Day, let's remember to show generosity towards the Earth, as one day it will reciprocate! #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Dana Ray and Amy Montgomery attended the 30th Anniversary P.I.E. (Partners In Education) meeting at Henderson State University on April 25th. Karli Saracini was the guest speaker giving updates on the LEARNS Act. Thank you Dr. Holly Cothren and Dr. Trey Berry for hosting at great meeting. #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our schools so that all students Succeed.

During this workshop, we’ll explore free HHMI BioInteractive resources as part of a lesson sequence focused on helping students understand the relationship between molecular biology and classical genetics by exploring genetic diseases. #thinkcoop1st

Register before spots fill up for a one-day session focused on wellness education in the morning and engaging afternoon breakouts. Explore how educator wellness impacts student achievement. #thinkcoop1st https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=522595