Great conversations and meaningful planning took place today during the GFESC GT Educator Meeting led by Karen Grady. Educators came together for an end-of-year wrap-up while also looking ahead and preparing for a successful upcoming school year. Thank you to everyone who attended and continues to support gifted and talented students across our region!
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Elementary principals from across the region gathered at GFESC today for their monthly meeting focused on sharing updates, discussing individual campus needs, and exploring ways to continue supporting student success. We appreciate the dedication these school leaders bring to their districts each day and value the opportunity to learn and grow together.
#GFESC #EducationalLeadership #ElementaryPrincipals #SupportingSchools #StudentSuccess
We were excited to welcome participants to today's Pre-K workshop, Using a Powerful Interactions Coaching Stance!
Participants explored how a strengths-based coaching approach can support meaningful relationships and create lasting positive change in early childhood settings. Directors and lead teachers collaborated, reflected, and gained valuable strategies to strengthen interactions and support both staff and students. Attendees also received a copy of the NAEYC book, Coaching with Powerful Interactions.
Thank you to all of our early childhood educators and leaders for your dedication to building strong foundations for young learners!
#GFESC #PreK #EarlyChildhoodEducation #PowerfulInteractions #ProfessionalLearning #EducationalLeadership #ArkansasEducation
GFESC hosted SEAS Training today with Tara Russell leading the session as participants prepared for the implementation of the new program that will be used in the upcoming school year.
The training provided staff with valuable information, hands-on learning opportunities, and guidance to help ensure a smooth transition into the new system. We appreciate everyone who attended and their commitment to staying prepared and informed for the year ahead!
#GFESC #SEAS #ProfessionalLearning #EducationSupport #ArkansasEducation #SchoolSuccess #EducationalTechnology
GFESC was pleased to host today’s Federal Programs & Curriculum Coordinators Meeting along with the ArAPP Workday session!
Participants spent the day collaborating, planning, and working through important components of the AR App process designed to support high-quality district strategic planning. Through the partnership between Education Service Cooperatives and DESE, these monthly sessions continue to provide valuable guidance in areas such as comprehensive needs assessments, data collection, goal writing, and aligning district actions with student data.
Thank you to all coordinators and educators for your dedication to strengthening opportunities and outcomes for students across our schools!
#GFESC #FederalPrograms #CurriculumCoordinators #ArAPP #SchoolImprovement #EducationalLeadership #SupportingSchools #ArkansasEducation
Another great day of celebrating our amazing GFESC teachers. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Celebrating GFESC Teachers this week! Thank you for all that you do to make our schools great!
This past week, our Education of Migrant Students team stayed busy on multiple fronts! While attending the virtual National Association of State Directors of Migrant Education 2026 Convocation virtually on our campus, they also dedicated time between sessions to support students in a hands-on way. The team assembled over 300 backpacks for qualifying students, each filled with resources to encourage summer learning and a strong start to the upcoming school year. Backpacks included books for summer reading, grade-level math and literacy workbooks, and essential school supplies. To further support families, each also received a bag of board games—offering fun, meaningful ways to build cognitive skills, strengthen communication, and promote social-emotional growth during the summer months. By staying engaged over the break, students can help prevent the “summer slide,” where academic skills in reading and math can decline.
We’re proud to support our families with tools that make learning both accessible and enjoyable all summer long! ☀️📚
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Spotlighting some hard working new teachers at Booneville, Magazine and Van Buren schools.
Another productive day at GFESC as we welcomed our area LEAs for this month’s meeting. From sharing updates to tackling current challenges, today’s conversations were focused, practical, and rooted in supporting schools across our region. These gatherings continue to be an important space for staying informed, exchanging ideas, and keeping momentum moving forward.
Thank you to everyone who showed up, contributed, and continues to do the work for students and schools each day.
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Wrapping up the final day of the 3-day Infant/Toddler CLASS Observer Certification Training here at GFESC! Participants engaged in in-depth learning around the CLASS 2nd Edition Infant-Toddler tool, practiced observing and scoring real classroom interactions, and strengthened their ability to conduct reliable, unbiased observations. This training equips educators with the tools and confidence to support high-quality early childhood environments.
Thank you to all of our participants for your time, focus, and commitment to strengthening early learning experiences for young children!
#GFESC #EarlyChildhoodEducation #CLASSObserver #ProfessionalLearning #InfantToddler #EducationTraining #QualityCare #ObserverCertification
A productive day at GFESC for the Secondary Principals Monthly Meeting, led by Angela Miller! School leaders spent time sharing insights, tackling challenges, and refining strategies to better support student success across our districts. These meetings continue to be an important space for leadership, connection, and growth.
#GFESC #EducationLeadership #SecondaryPrincipals #StrongerTogether #SchoolLeadership #EducationMatters #ProfessionalLearning #LeadingTheWay
Elementary principals gathered today for their monthly meeting at GFESC - a great opportunity to connect, collaborate, and support one another. Strong schools start with strong leaders, and it’s always inspiring to see this group working together to make a difference for students and staff.
#GFESC #ElementaryPrincipals #SchoolLeaders #BetterTogether
🔐 Technology Coordinators from cooperatives across the state recently participated in the CIRT (Cyber Incident Response Team) Conference, joining OST (Office of State Technology) and other technology professionals to work through a live cyber threat briefing and strengthen statewide readiness. The conference focused on cyber incident preparedness and on developing a new Cyber Incident Response Plan. Arkansas K-12 schools continue to lead the public sector in cybersecurity growth and maturity. 💻👏
Great Praxis Study Session today at GFESC!
Today’s workshop at GFESC was a productive day of planning and preparation for the year ahead!
Led by Debbie Featherston, the Elementary Master Schedule (AM) & S&C (PM) session gave participants valuable time to dive into their work and get organized for next year. Secondary counselors focused on cleaning up and refining their master schedules within the upcoming database—setting the stage for a smooth and successful school year.
We appreciate the dedication and hard work of everyone involved in supporting our students and schools!
#GFESC #EducationCooperative #SchoolCounselors #MasterSchedule #PlanningAhead #SupportingSchools #StudentSuccess
📚 Today’s Dyslexia Contact Meeting was a success! Thank you to everyone who joined us for this important session led by Elizabeth Reeves. Participants engaged in meaningful conversations, shared resources, and strengthened their understanding of how to better support students with dyslexia.
We appreciate your commitment to making a difference for every learner! 💙
#GFESC #DyslexiaAwareness #EducationMatters #StudentSupport #ProfessionalLearning #MakingADifference
Featuring a few of Clarksville School District’s newest staff who are making a daily difference.
Clarksville School District’s new staff stirring creativity and structuring learning for success.
Johnson County Westside newest staff Mr. Williams helping students reach their potential.
