
The November 5 OUR Fall Principals' Meeting will be rescheduled!!!


OUR Local LEADS in the Room Where It Happens today with SO MANY colleagues and friends at the 2024 Collaborating for School Readiness Summit.
I <3 my job!
#OURLEADS #ARLEARNS #theroomwhereithappens #bettertogether #collaboration #connection #earllychildhoodeducation










Last Friday the OUR Co-op held our Junior High / Senior High Chess tournaments. Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to all the participants and coaches who help make the tournament possible! #yourBESTsolution

📚 "Turning Insights into Action, Empowering Educators!" 📚 This week, Stacey Mahurin presented Dyslexia Level 2 Assessment Training! Educators from 15 districts gathered to deepen their skills in assessing and analyzing student data, equipping them to make impactful educational decisions for students with characteristics of dyslexia. Together, we're building a brighter future for all learners! 🌟#yourBESTsolution #DyslexiaAwareness #Education #OURESC #SupportingAllStudents



Our CTE Coordinator, Emilee Tucker, recently attended Be Pro Be Proud Draft Day and the Fall CTE Coordinator Meeting! These events brought together CTE leaders from across Arkansas to discuss workforce development, CTE program and grant strategies, LEARNS, and key updates from DCTE.
The collaboration among the 15 co-op CTE Coordinators consistently fosters growth and improvement across the state, making it the most impactful aspect of every meeting. 🚀🎓
#OURcte #CTESuccess #BeProBeProud #DCTE #OURCoop #CareerReady


Today, LEADS was honored to team up with the Arkansas Department of Education's Office of Early Childhood for an exciting Town Hall Meeting in Harrison. Together, we’re empowering educators, advocates, and the future of our little learners!
#EarlyChildhoodEducation #CommunityStrong #LEADSForward #ArkansasEducation #ARLEARNS #OURLEADS






🌱 Growing Beyond Soil 🌱
This June, OUR Co-Op educators completed an exciting hydroponic PD at North Arkansas College! Coordinated by our CTE Coordinator, this hands-on session equipped teachers with skills to bring innovative agriculture methods to their classrooms.
Can't wait to see the growth in our schools! 🌿💧
#OURCoOp #OURcte #Hydroponics #AgEducation #NorthArkansasCollege #Collaboration











OUR LEADS Shoutout to these Dedicated Early Childhood Educators!
They’re not just nurturing young minds—they’re also committed to growing their own! 💡
#EducatorsInAction #LifelongLearners #EarlyChildhoodEducation #DedicatedToGrowth #OurTeachersRock #OURLEADS



🌱 Harrison Middle School Summer Program Highlights! 🌱
In June, our CTE Coordinator, Emilee Tucker, had the opportunity to engage students in hands-on agriculture activities. From soil pH testing and examining aquatic life to making butter and cheese, students learned about various agricultural careers.
Each student left with a plant to nurture and a greater understanding of the opportunities in agriculture!
Thank you, Harrison Middle School, for fostering the next generation of agricultural leaders! 🌾💚
#OURCoOp #OURcte #ARcte #AgricultureEducation #CareerEducation











OUR Co-op hosted a second cohort of Cognitive Coaching Days 1 and 2 this week. The session was presented by Dr. Curtis Cunningham.



We had a great turnout with all 16 districts represented at our recent DCTE Perkins V Regional Meeting! 🎉 A huge thank you to our industry partners Baxter Health, Wabash, and Wilson Marseilles (former Harrison Regional Chamber President/CEO) for attending and supporting the future of CTE in our region.
The meeting focused on gathering feedback to help revise the Arkansas Perkins V Plan, which aligns CTE programs and federal funding with Arkansas' workforce needs, ensuring students gain the skills needed for in-demand careers.
#CTE #OURCoOp #OURcte #DCTE #ADE #IndustryPartners #PerkinsV #ArkansasEducation #FundingAlignment





🚨 WIN Summit Recap 🚨
In June, educators from across OUR Co-Op came together for a day of industry engagement at the WIN Summit, hosted in conjunction with Economics Arkansas and the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce! 🌟
Participants toured top local industries, including Wabash, Westrock, and Ozark Trailer Sales, gaining firsthand insight into Arkansas’s skilled workforce. The day featured a powerful State of Workforce Luncheon, where industry leaders shared key perspectives on the future of workforce.
Educators left equipped with valuable resources and a deeper understanding of high-demand careers, ready to inspire students toward exciting opportunities!
#WINsummit #EconomicsArkansas #HarrisonChamber #SkilledTrades #OURCoOp #CareerReady #CTE #OURcte #ARcte











Don't miss out on the CyberPatriot competition! The teacher with the most student certifications will win an exciting prize package. Right now, Ashdown is leading the charge—let's see who can catch up!
Contact joann.womack@scscoop.org for more information


The ACTC (Arkansas Cooperative Technology Coordinators) want to take a moment to honor Lisa who is bravely facing breast cancer. Lisa has shown immense strength, courage, and resilience in her fight. We are with you every step of the way! #FightLikeAGirl


The second group of leadership teams from OUR Co-op districts participated in Day 1 of the Acceleration of Learning Communities of Practice Year 2 learning. The day was led by Dr. Ivy Pfeffer with Bailey Education Group, and the focus of this day was the importance of leadership to enhance teaching and learning within schools through the use of High Quality Instructional Materials and using data to guide next steps to support student gains in learning.





Leadership teams from OUR Co-op participated in Day 1 of the Acceleration of Learning Communities of Practice Year 2 learning. The day was led by Dr. Ivy Pfeffer, and the focus of this day was the importance of leadership to enhance teaching and learning within schools through the use of High Quality Instructional Materials and using data to guide next steps to support student gains in learning.




World Dyslexia Awareness Day-October 8th
Join us in raising awareness for dyslexia!
How You Can Get Involved:
-Educate Yourself: Learn about dyslexia and its impact.
-Wear Red: Show your support by wearing red!
-Empower Others: Encourage individuals with dyslexia to pursue their goals and dreams.
#Dyslexia Awareness Day #SupportDyslexia #EmbraceNeurodiversity


OUR Education Co-op is hosting a free ACT Prep session for co-op area high school students on October 29, 2024. Registration can be accessed at this link: https://forms.gle/SpAw4CoFWKCvrLQFA
The session is from 9:00--2:30 and will be held at the co-op which is located at 5823 Resource Drive, Harrison, AR 72601.
Students will need to bring pencil, paper, and a calculator (ideally the calculator they will use during the actual ACT test. In addition, students are asked to bring a sack lunch as well as any snacks/drinks they may want for the day.


Get ready for some family fun this October! 🎉 LEADS is excited to share this Reading Series at the Harrison Square Gazebo! 📚✨ Join us every Saturday morning during the Farmer's Market for stories, smiles, and quality family time. See you there! 👨👩👧👦 #ReadingMatters #ImaginationLibrary #ARLEADS


October means Lots of Learning and counting Little Learners for LEADS.
