Thinking about your plans for the summer? Consider earning your teachingl license through the ArPEP program. Participate in a two-week training and earn your provisional license for the start of the school year. We'll provide Praxis prep, 1:1 coaching and support and a cost-of-living stipend for all first year participants. Connect with us to learn more: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
Learning with Loose Parts is filling up! However, there is still time to register for the Learning with Loose Parts event! Join us on January 30 at 6 pm on the campus of South Central Service Coop in Camden. Let's give a warm South Arkansas welcome to Marcy White and her team! Early Childhood Providers: Please register @ https://bit.ly/LLPCamden25
Join Darlene Kirkpatrick, NBCT, ADE, & Haley Jones, NBCT, Jonesboro School District, to learn how you can be a part of this invaluable professional development program.
Feb 10, 2025 @ 4-4:30 PM
zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86459543021?pwd=YW2XQqzHMqiHxkr0oEjqowbWiYbWfa.1#success
Teachers earn $50,000 starting salary! Earn your teaching license and begin your teaching journey in Southeast Arkansas. We will support you throughout the two-year ArPEP program! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
Are you wondering about the ArPEP program? Hear from teachers in Great Rivers who have completed the ArPEP program to learn about their experiences.
https://vimeo.com/834193618/e4012187b6?share=copy
A heartfelt THANK YOU to the amazing school board members from the South Central Service Cooperative area! Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to our schools, students, and educators make a world of difference.
Your hard work ensures safe, nurturing environments where students can thrive and educators can inspire. We’re grateful for your vision and tireless efforts to shape the future of education in our communities.
UPDATE:
Due to the expectation of winter weather, the Learning with Loose Parts event has been postponed till January 30th!
There is still time to register for the Learning with Loose Parts event! The event has been postponed to January 30, 6 pm. Early Childhood Providers: Please register @ https://bit.ly/LLPCamden25
We are excited to welcome Marcy White and her team to Camden!
Thursday, January 9, 6 pm @ South Central Service Coop. Early Childhood Providers: Join us for Learning with Loose Parts. 🎉🎉🎉 Please register @ https://bit.ly/LLPCamden25
Happy New Year from all of us at South Central Coop! As we step into a new year, we want to express our gratitude for your continued support. May 2025 bring you success, happiness, and endless opportunities. Here's to a bright and prosperous year ahead for all. Cheers to new beginnings! 🎉✨
From all of us at South Central Coop, we wish you a season filled with joy, love, and laughter. May your holidays be bright and your new year be full of hope and prosperity. Thank you for being a part of our community – we look forward to serving you in the year ahead. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄✨
South Central Coop will be closed for the Christmas holidays from December 23rd through January 3rd. We will reopen on January 6th. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
We are excited to congratulate Faye Dismuke, Ouachita Child Enrichment ABC Coordinator, on her completion of the CLASS PreK Observer certification program. We are thankful for committed program directors supporting teachers as they provide quality interactions for children in their care. The CLASS Observation Tool is currently in the first pilot phase for Arkansas early childhood programs. Additional programs are invited to participate in phase two. To learn more about CLASS and Arkansas, visit: https://sites.google.com/dawsonesc.com/oec-class/home If you are interested in becoming a CLASS Observer, contact Zephonia zephonia.avant@scscoop.org
Let's welcome Marcy White and her team to Camden!
📌📌📌Early Childhood/PreK providers, put a pin in this date: Thursday, January 9, 6 pm! Join us for Learning with Loose Parts. 🎉🎉🎉https://bit.ly/LLPCamden25
ArPEP Summer Training Academy dates are set! Will you be joining us?
Thank you to Will, Chad and Standard Lithium for the tour of operations. DCTE Director Ross White, DCTE staff Sunni Teale and Becky McCormick, SCSC CTE Coordinator Katie Robertson, DMESC CTE Coordinator Stacey Southerland, not pictured SADA President Mary Godwin, SWAEC CTE Coordinator Shannon Puckett and area school Superintendents and representatives. Thank you again for attending or organizing such a great experience.
The next Praxis Coaching Cycle begins soon! Don't miss out on this opportunity to receive free Praxis support and prepare for your exam. https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
SAU Tech ABC Preschool Christmas fun week. Kicked it off with the East Camden parade followed by a week of fun events. A big thank you to B and S memorials for providing the truck and trailer for the parade. We had so much fun.
What is ArPEP anyway? It's an affordable pathway to earn your teaching license - you'll work as a full-time teacher while completing the program. This year, our cohort meets once per month - either virtually or in-person, and you'll complete online coursework. ArPEP teachers have a dedicated coach to support them through the program. Cost of living stipends will be available again this year - connect with us to learn more: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
ArPEP participants receive FREE Praxis support which includes personalized study plans and 1:1 tutoring and support. The winter break is a great time to start preparing for your exam. Connect with us to learn more and meet with a coach: https://bit.ly/3MExvFW
This week, Arkansas proudly celebrates Computer Science Education Week! Explore this engaging choice board filled with activities for all ages. Dive into coding, creativity, and fun as we celebrate the power of computer science together. Choose your adventure and get inspired! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PYAVX3ouJY4UQJMCOoh1mSJReW227V_u/view
