Kicking off Day 1 of GFESC's chess tournament with third and fourth grade students! ♟️⭐️ We had 125 players from Greenwood, Van Buren, Alma, Booneville, Ozark, Paris, Mansfield, Waldron, and Scranton! What an amazing day watching these students improve their skills, practice good sportsmanship and make new friends!!
#GFESC #ChessTournament #BattleOfMinds
Today, Gifted and Talented Coordinators from across the region gathered at GFESC for an Advanced Learning and Gifted Program (ALGP) session. This collaborative workshop provided valuable updates, resources, and guidance to support GT programs and ensure continued excellence in meeting the needs of gifted learners. A special thank you to Karen Grady and Meg Brown from DESE for leading today’s session and sharing their insight! ✨ #GFESC #GiftedEducation #GTCoordinators
Today, Novice Special Education Teachers joined us at the Guy Fenter Education Service Cooperative to kick off a four-day training series designed to support and empower new educators in providing high-quality services to students with disabilities.
⭐️Day 1 topics included- an overview of the most common disabilities, the IEP process, and progress monitoring.
A special thank you to Rebecca Ballard, Audrey Kengla, and Natalie Cadena for leading today’s session and sharing their expertise! 👏
#GFESC #SpecialEducation
At GFESC today, participants in our eSchool training were guided through the step-by-step process of processing grades and issuing transcripts in eSchool. Educators gained valuable hands-on experience to support accurate and efficient student record management. Thank you to Debbie Featherston for leading this training!
#GESCF #eSchoolTraining #BetterTogether
Today’s monthly meeting brought together Secondary Principals from across the region to collaborate, share updates, and discuss important topics impacting their schools and students. Thank you to Eric Parsons, Jennifer Turner, and Angela Miller for instructing today's meeting!
#GFESC #SecondaryPrincipals #GrowingBetterTogether
Today on campus, Candice Cumbie presented to our Beginning Principals on Math Instructional Walkthrough Training. This session provided valuable insight into effective math instruction and observation strategies to support teachers and strengthen student learning across our districts.
#GFESC #MathEducation #CollaborationInAction
Elementary principals gathered today for the monthly meeting at GFESC to collaborate, share updates, and discuss key topics supporting student success and school improvement across the region. Thank you to Angela Miller and Kelly Burns for leading today’s session!
#GFESC #EducationalLeadership #GrowBetterTogether
Educators gathered today at GFESC for a one-day session focused on exploring computer science content, resources, and activities. This collaborative workshop provided opportunities to strengthen CS knowledge and expand teaching toolkits — helping teachers bring more innovation into their classrooms!
Special thanks to a member of the Arkansas CS Specialist Computer Science Program for leading today’s session!
#GFESC #ComputerScience #InnovationInEducation
Clarksville School District novice teachers empowering students to learn while improving their practice.
Today’s monthly meeting at GFESC brought together Federal Programs Coordinators and Curriculum Coordinators for collaboration, updates, and discussion of key initiatives supporting our districts. Led by Angela Miller, the session provided valuable insight and guidance for continued program success.
#GFESC #ProfessionalDevelopment #ConnectGrowServe
Angela Miller and Elizabeth Reeves led an informative workshop today that guided participants through the specifics of 3rd grade promotion — including timelines, requirements, and next steps. Educators gained valuable insight to help ensure student success and smooth transitions throughout the process. 🍎
#ElementaryEducation #GFESC #StudentSuccess
Today’s workshop at GFESC, led by Katelyn Chambers, provided participants with essential life-saving skills and knowledge. This course offered a framework for learning how to respond in emergencies, perform CPR, use an AED, and provide first aid — empowering school staff to take action when it matters most. 🩺
#GFESC #EducatorTraining #LearningTogether
Johnson County Westside High School’s novice teachers supporting students toward success daily
Booneville Elementary novice teachers establishing a strong culture for learning.
Education Cooperatives dedicated to strengthening education preparation programs in HQIM.
GFESC is partnering with Ozark Schools to strengthen education preparation programs in HQIM.
School counselors gathered today for our monthly meeting at GFESC. It was filled with important updates, collaboration, and guest speakers. These sessions provide valuable opportunities to share ideas and strengthen support for students across our districts!
#GFESC #SchoolCounselors #GrowBetterTogether
Educators joined us for a two-day deep dive into the Sonday System Reading Intervention Program!
⭐️Day 1: Sonday System 1
Participants explored the foundations of Multisensory Teaching Methodology and Orton-Gillingham-based instruction, gaining hands-on experience with Sonday materials and practical strategies to support struggling readers.
⭐️Day 2: Sonday System 2
Building on those foundations, educators expanded their knowledge of Syllable Types, Prefixes, Suffixes, Roots, and Vocabulary instruction—enhancing their ability to deliver effective, evidence-based reading interventions.
A big thank-you to everyone who participated and committed to empowering readers through structured literacy!
#GFESC #SondaySystems #LiteracyMatters
Alma School District’s novice teachers engaging students by making learning fun and lessons relevant
Educators spend a Saturday studying for upcoming Praxis exams!
