📣 You’re invited to the 2026 LRSD State of the District Address! Get a District update, future vision, student highlights, resources, door prizes (including a $100 Sam’s Club gift card!), and a performance by Voices Without Borders Honor Choir & Parkview Jazz Ensemble.

🕕 6 PM - Wednesday, March 11, 2026|
📍 Darragh Center, CALS - 100 Rock St.

#OneTeamOneDreamOneLRSD

9 days ago, LRSD
English - State of the District Details
Informacion En Espanol
LRSD's internet services are currently down today. Crews are on site and working to restore service as quickly as possible. Phone lines at our schools and district offices are still working. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. We will provide an update as soon as internet services are fully restored.
1 day ago, LRSD
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🎓✨ Make plans to attend the 2026 Black Male Educator Summit! The Little Rock School District’s Black Male Educator Summit returns March 13–14 for two days of connection, conversation, and empowerment for educators and community leaders. The event takes place at Dr. Marian G. Lacey K-8 Academy (9417 Geyer Springs Rd, Little Rock). This powerful event brings educators together to share experiences, build community, and strengthen the impact of Black male educators in our schools. Register today: www.lrsd.org/page/black-male-educator-summit-2026

3 days ago, LRSD
Make Plans to Attend Little Rock School District’s 2026 Black Male Educator Summit.” The center of the graphic features the Little Rock School District Black Male Educator Summit logo surrounded by photos of past summit speakers, panel discussions, and attendees. Event details listed on the graphic include: March 13 through March 14, 2026 at Doctor Marian G. Lacey Kindergarten through Eighth Grade Academy, 9417 Geyer Springs Road, Little Rock, Arkansas. The schedule notes that Friday, March 13 will include Black Male Educator Shop Talk and the Summit opening reception, and Saturday, March 14 will include the Black Male Summit keynote speaker and breakout sessions. The graphic also includes a registration link that reads: www dot l r s d dot org slash page slash black dash male dash educator dash summit dash two zero two six.
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Reception for Outgoing Board Members - 4 p.m.
Lobby, Admin Bldg.- 810 W. Markham
***LRSD Special Board Meeting/Agenda Session - 5:30 p.m.
LRSD Boardroom, Admin Bldg.
Agenda: https://lrsd.community.diligentoneplatform.com/Portal/
Watch live: www.lrsdlive.com


3 days ago, LRSD
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Reception for Outgoing Board Members - Thurs., March 12, 4 p.m., LRSD Admin Bldg, 810 W. Markham, with pics of outgoing members
🎶✨ Join the Little Rock School District for four days of incredible student talent at Artistry in the Rock 2026! The event takes place March 16–19 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Central Arkansas Library System Main Library. Come experience outstanding student performances and artwork showcasing the very best of LRSD’s performing and visual arts programs. Bring your family, invite a friend, and celebrate the creativity, passion, and excellence of our talented students. We hope to see you there! 🎨🎤🎻
11 days ago, LRSD
Flyer for a Little Rock School District event titled “2026 LRSD Artistry in the Rock – Fine Arts in Motion.” Across the top of the flyer are photographs of students participating in the arts, including students playing string instruments, dancers performing on stage, a choir singing in robes, and a student painting at a table. On the left side of the flyer the text reads: “2026 LRSD Artistry in the Rock” with four circular icons representing music, theatre, visual art, and dance. Below the icons the text reads: “Fine Arts in Motion.” On the right side the text reads: “March sixteen through March nineteen, ten o’clock a.m. through one thirty p.m. – Free to the public – Student performances and artwork – Central Arkansas Library System Main Library, one hundred South Rock Street, Little Rock – website: w w w dot L R S D dot o r g forward slash Artistry.” Below this information is a section titled “Talent Schedule” with the subtitle: “A celebration and showcase of Little Rock School District student talent in the performing and visual arts.” The schedule is organized by day with morning performances from ten o’clock a.m. through eleven o’clock a.m., afternoon performances from twelve thirty p.m. through one thirty p.m., and evening events from six o’clock p.m. through eight o’clock p.m. Monday, March sixteen. Morning performances: Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School Choir. Stephens Elementary School West African Drum and Dance. Mabelvale Middle School Choir. Afternoon performances: Western Hills Elementary Dance Team. Terry Elementary Tiger Choir. Western Hills Music Club. Pinnacle View Middle School Vox Anima sixth grade choir. Evening event titled Administrator and Greek Night featuring Voices Without Borders Orff Ensemble and Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School Jazz Band. Tuesday, March seventeen. Morning performances: Chicot Elementary Stars. Little Rock Central High School Legacy. Forest Heights Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics Academy Singing Eagle Choir. Afternoon performances: Little Rock Southwest Gryphon Chorale. Pulaski Heights Middle School Concert Band. Little Rock Central High School Jazz Central. Wednesday, March eighteen. Morning performances: Hall West High School of Innovation Band. Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School Advanced Treble Choir. Little Rock Central High School Madrigals. Afternoon performances: Gibbs Snow Leopard fourth grade choir. Doctor Marian G. Lacey Kindergarten through eighth grade Academy second year percussion ensemble. Doctor Marian G. Lacey Kindergarten through eighth grade Academy M G L Dance Company. Evening event titled Parent Night featuring Little Rock School District Teacher Band, Hamilton Learning Academy Boundless Creative Art Styles Poetry in Motion, and Southwest Jazz Band. Thursday, March nineteen. Morning performances: Terry Elementary Quaver Rockstars. Mann Multimedia Arts and Digital Innovations Dance Ensemble. Pinnacle View Middle School Advanced Band. Afternoon performances: Pulaski Heights Middle School seventh grade singers. Pulaski Heights Middle School Dance three performers. Forest Heights Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics Academy Strings. J. A. Fair Kindergarten through eighth grade Preparatory School third grade singers.
Volante en español del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock titulado “2026 LRSD El Arte en la Roca – Bellas Artes en Movimiento.” En la parte superior aparecen fotografías de estudiantes participando en actividades artísticas, incluyendo estudiantes tocando instrumentos de cuerda, bailarines presentándose en el escenario, un coro cantando con túnicas negras y amarillas, y una estudiante pintando en una mesa. En el lado izquierdo se lee: “2026 LRSD El Arte en la Roca” con cuatro íconos que representan música, teatro, artes visuales y danza. Debajo se lee: “Bellas Artes en Movimiento.” En el lado derecho se lee: “16 - 19 de marzo, 10:00 - 13:30 – Gratis para el público – Actuaciones estudiantiles y arte – Biblioteca Principal de CALS, 100 South Rock Street, LR – www.LRSD.org/Artistry.” Debajo aparece una sección verde titulada: “Horario de Talentos.” Debajo se lee: “Una celebración y exhibición del talento estudiantil de LRSD en las artes escénicas y visuales.” El horario está organizado por día: Lunes 16 Funciones matinales, 10:00 - 11:00am: Coro de la Escuela Secundaria Magnet de Artes y Ciencias Parkview. Tambores y Danza de África Occidental de la Escuela Primaria Stephens. Coro de la Escuela Intermedia Mabelvale. Actuaciones de la tarde, 12:30 - 1:30pm: Escuela Primaria Western Hills Equipo de Baile. Escuela Primaria Terry Coro Tiger. Club de Música Western Hills. Escuela Secundaria Pinnacle View – Coro Vox Anima de 6.º Grado. Eventos nocturnos, 6:00 - 8:00pm: Administrador y noche griega: Voces Sin Fronteras Conjunto Orff. Banda de Jazz de la Escuela Secundaria Magnet de Artes y Ciencias de Parkview. Martes 17 Funciones matinales, 10:00 - 11:00am: Estrellas de la Escuela Primaria Chicot. El Legado de la Preparatoria Central de Little Rock. Coro de las Águilas Cantantes de la Academia STEM de Forest Heights. Actuaciones de la tarde, 12:30 - 1:30pm: Coro Gryphon LR Southwest. Banda de Conciertos de la Escuela Secundaria Pulaski Heights. Preparatoria Little Rock Central – Jazz Central. Miércoles 18 Funciones matinales, 10:00 - 11:00am: Banda de Innovación de la Escuela Preparatoria Hall-West. Coro de Agudos Avanzado de la Escuela Preparatoria Magnet de Artes y Ciencias Parkview. Preparatoria Central de Little Rock Madrigales. Actuaciones de la tarde, 12:30 - 1:30pm: Coro Gibbs Snow Leopard de Cuarto Grado. Dr. Marian G. Lacey Academia K-8 Conjunto de Percusión S2. Academia K-8 Dra. Marian G. Lacey Compañía de Danza MGL. Eventos nocturnos, 6:00 - 8:00pm: Noche de padres: Banda de Maestros de LRSD. Academia de Aprendizaje Hamilton: Estilos Artísticos Creativos Sin Límites – Poesía en Movimiento. Banda de Jazz del Suroeste. Jueves 19 Funciones matinales, 10:00 - 11:00am: Escuela Primaria Terry Quaver Rockstars. Mann Multimedia Arts and Digital Innovations Conjunto de Danza. Banda Avanzada de la Escuela Secundaria Pinnacle View. Actuaciones de la tarde, 12:30 - 1:30pm: Cantantes de Séptimo Grado de la Escuela Intermedia Pulaski Heights. Intérpretes de Danza III de la Escuela Intermedia Pulaski Heights. Academia STEM de Forest Heights Instrumentos de Cuerda. Escuela Preparatoria J.A. Fair K-8 Cantantes de Tercer Grado.

***LRSD Board Meeting, Thursday, February 26, 5:30 PM
LRSD Boardroom, Admin Bldg. - 810 W. Markham
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com


17 days ago, LRSD
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📢 Reminder: Students will be out on Monday, February 23, 2026, for a Professional Development Day. 🏫 Offices will remain open. Enjoy the long weekend!
21 days ago, LRSD
A reminder saying students will be out of school Monday, February 23, 2026, for Professional Development and that LRSD offices will be open.
📣 Reminder: Join us tonight for the FY27 Budget Conversation at 5:30 p.m. at Henderson (401 John Barrow Rd). Come learn more, ask questions, and share your input. We hope to see you there!
22 days ago, LRSD
Graphic from the Little Rock School District titled “Optimizing Our Tomorrow: Budget Conversations, Community Meetings.” The top features the Little Rock School District logo on a blue background with abstract charts and data visuals. Below, text explains that as part of the fiscal year twenty twenty seven budget development process, the District has established goals focused on spending only the money available, adjusting staff levels to match enrollment, cutting overall spending to address long term budget gaps, building a healthier savings balance for future financial challenges, and protecting programs, people, and resources that matter most to students and classrooms. Additional text invites all Little Rock community members, especially parents, students, staff, and community members, to participate and share feedback to help guide decisions and ensure transparency. At the bottom, meeting details are listed: Tuesday, February seventeenth, evening session at five thirty p.m. at Southwest Community Center, and Thursday, February nineteenth, evening session at five thirty p.m. at Henderson.
Gráfico del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock con un fondo azul que incluye gráficos y datos abstractos. En la parte superior aparece el logotipo del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock junto al texto “Optimizando Nuestro Mañana.” Debajo se lee “Conversaciones sobre el Presupuesto: Reuniones Comunitarias.” El texto explica que, como parte del proceso de elaboración del presupuesto para el año fiscal dos mil veintisiete, el distrito ha establecido metas y prioridades claras. Estas prioridades incluyen asegurarse de gastar dentro del presupuesto disponible del distrito, ajustar la plantilla de personal para que coincida mejor con el número de estudiantes matriculados, reducir el gasto general para abordar los déficits presupuestarios a largo plazo, crear un fondo de reserva más sólido para proteger al distrito de futuros problemas financieros, y proteger los programas, el personal y los recursos que son más importantes para los estudiantes y las aulas. El gráfico también indica que todos los miembros de la comunidad de Little Rock están invitados a participar en las discusiones sobre el futuro del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock y su presupuesto, y que sus opiniones son valiosas, especialmente las de padres, estudiantes, personal y miembros de la comunidad. Se señala que los comentarios ayudan a comprender cómo las decisiones pueden afectar a los estudiantes y sus familias, y brindan a los líderes del distrito y a la Junta Directiva de Educación nuevas ideas y opciones antes de tomar decisiones finales. Estas conversaciones reflejan el compromiso del distrito con escuchar a las familias, ser transparentes e incluir sus opiniones, especialmente cuando las decisiones son difíciles. En la parte inferior se muestran los detalles de las reuniones comunitarias: martes diecisiete de febrero, sesión vespertina a las cinco treinta p m, en el Centro Comunitario del Suroeste; y jueves diecinueve de febrero, sesión vespertina a las cinco treinta p m, en Henderson.
📢 The school calendar remains the same! There will be no changes to the current school calendar for students. REMINDER: Students will not have school on Monday, February 16, for Parent Conferences.
28 days ago, LRSD
No Changes! There will be NO changes to the current School Calendar for Students. Students will be out of school on Monday, February 16, 2026, for Parent Conferences. We look forward to seeing parents!

****LRSD Special Board Meeting/Agenda Session, Thurs, February 12, Starting at 5:30 PM; 810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/ Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com

about 1 month ago, LRSD
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Good Evening, Families and Staff:


We’re pleased to share that LRSD schools will be open tomorrow (Tuesday, February 3) at regular reporting times. District crews have spent the past several days, including today, removing ice and snow to safely reopen schools. This decision was made after consulting with our Safety and Security, Maintenance, and Transportation teams, as well as neighboring school districts. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back to campus.

LRSD Administration
about 1 month ago, LRSD
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Important Update - Detailed Employee Guidance Shared on the Website/LRSD Emails

LRSD Schools Remain Closed Monday, February 2, 2026
Employees should check their emails and the lrsd.org website (news articles) for additional guidance /instructions for staff
about 1 month ago, LRSD
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LRSD schools will be closed for students Mon., Feb. 2, due to icy conditions impacting bus routes. Employees will report to work: non-school. staff - 8:30-4:00; school-based staff 8:30-3:30 p.m. Road conditions will be checked again Mon. & families will be notified about the status of school for Tuesday.
about 1 month ago, LRSD
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Due to the continued inclement weather conditions, all LRSD schools and offices will remain closed Friday, January 30. Thank you for your patience as we continue to prioritize safety. Updates will be shared via official LRSD channels.
about 1 month ago, LRSD
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Due to continued icy road conditions, all LRSD schools and offices will remain closed Thursday, January 29. Decisions are made daily after checking road conditions across the city to ensure safe travel. Updates will be shared via the LRSD App and official channels. Stay safe and warm. ❄️

about 1 month ago, LRSD
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LRSD wants to hear from you! The Little Rock School District is inviting parents, students, staff, and community members to join upcoming community meetings focused on the FY27 budget. These conversations are a chance to learn more about district priorities, ask questions, and share feedback before final decisions are made. The first meeting will be Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 5:30 p.m. at Southwest Community Center (6401 Baseline Rd). The second meeting will be on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 5:30 p.m. at Henderson (401 John Barrow Rd). Both meetings will cover the same information. Come be part of the conversation as we plan responsibly for the future of LRSD.
about 1 month ago, LRSD
Graphic from Little Rock School District titled “Optimizing Our Tomorrow: Budget Conversations – Community Meetings.” The top of the image shows the Little Rock School District logo and name over a blue background with charts and data visuals. The graphic explains that the Fiscal Year 2027 budget priorities include spending only the money the District actually has, adjusting staff levels to match student enrollment, cutting overall spending to address long-term budget gaps, building a healthier savings balance for future financial challenges, and protecting programs, people, and resources that matter most to students and classrooms. The graphic invites all community members, especially parents, students, staff, and families, to participate in discussions about the future of the District and its budget. It emphasizes that community feedback is important and reflects the District’s commitment to transparency and listening. The bottom of the graphic lists two community meeting dates: February seventeenth, evening session at five thirty p.m. at Southwest Community Center; and February nineteenth, evening session at five thirty p.m. at Henderson.
Gráfico en español del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock titulado “Optimizando Nuestro Mañana: Conversaciones sobre el Presupuesto – Reuniones Comunitarias”. En la parte superior aparece el logotipo y el nombre del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock sobre un fondo azul con gráficos y elementos visuales relacionados con datos financieros. El gráfico explica que, como parte del proceso de elaboración del presupuesto para el año fiscal dos mil veintisiete, el Distrito ha establecido metas y prioridades claras, incluyendo gastar dentro de los fondos disponibles, ajustar el personal según la cantidad de estudiantes matriculados, reducir el gasto general para abordar déficits presupuestarios a largo plazo, crear un fondo de reserva más sólido para proteger al Distrito de futuros desafíos financieros, y proteger los programas, el personal y los recursos que son más importantes para los estudiantes y las aulas. El gráfico invita a todos los miembros de la comunidad de Little Rock, especialmente a padres, estudiantes, personal y miembros de la comunidad, a participar en las conversaciones sobre el futuro del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock y su presupuesto. También destaca que los comentarios de la comunidad son valiosos y reflejan el compromiso del Distrito con la transparencia y la escucha activa. En la parte inferior se muestran dos fechas de reuniones comunitarias: diecisiete de febrero, sesión vespertina a las cinco y treinta de la tarde en el Centro Comunitario del Suroeste; y diecinueve de febrero, sesión vespertina a las cinco y treinta de la tarde en Henderson.
Due to continued icy road conditions, all LRSD schools/offices will remain closed on Wed., Jan. 28. We will continue monitoring conditions & update you by Wed. regarding the remainder of the week. Employees should check their email for HR guidance. Thanks for your patience as we prioritize safety. Stay safe & warm.
about 2 months ago, LRSD
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Due to inclement weather, LRSD schools and offices will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 26-27. LRSD will continue to monitor conditions and roadways and provide an update by Tuesday on the status of schools for the remainder of the week. Enjoy the snow, and stay safe and warm!
about 2 months ago, LRSD
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🎓✨ Discover the Magnet Advantage with Little Rock School District! School choice season is here, and our magnet schools offer innovative programs that inspire creativity, leadership, and academic excellence. From science, technology, engineering, arts, and math learning at Carver-Washington STEAM Magnet, to leadership development at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership and Language Magnet Academy, real-world problem solving at Dunbar Business, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship Magnet Middle School, and creative multimedia pathways at Horace Mann Multimedia Arts & Digital Innovations Magnet Middle School, there is a place for every learner to thrive. Now accepting students for the 2026–2027 school year. 🔗 Learn more and apply: www.LRSD.org
about 2 months ago, LRSD
Graphic titled “Discover the Magnet Advantage” featuring Little Rock School District magnet schools. The flyer highlights Carver Washington Magnet School, Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Leadership and Language Magnet Academy, Dunbar Magnet Middle School, and Mann Magnet Middle School. Each school logo appears on the left with a corresponding quick response code in the center and a description on the right. Carver Washington Magnet School focuses on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics through inquiry based learning that builds curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking across all subjects. Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Leadership and Language Magnet Academy nurtures confident communicators and future leaders through language development, leadership instruction, and community focused learning. Dunbar Magnet Middle School emphasizes hands on, project based learning that builds leadership, collaboration, and real world problem solving skills to prepare students for high school and beyond. Mann Magnet Middle School inspires creativity through multimedia arts, digital design, and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics integrated instruction that supports academic and artistic growth. The bottom of the graphic reads now accepting students for the two thousand twenty six to two thousand twenty seven school year and includes the website www dot l r s d dot org along with the Little Rock School District logo.
Gráfico titulado “Descubre la ventaja de los programas Magnet” del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock que destaca escuelas magnet. El volante presenta a la Escuela Magnet Carver Washington, la Academia Magnet de Liderazgo y Lenguaje Doctor Martin Luther King Junior, la Escuela Secundaria Magnet Dunbar y la Escuela Secundaria Magnet Mann. Cada logotipo escolar aparece a la izquierda con un código de respuesta rápida al centro y una descripción a la derecha. Los estudiantes de Carver Washington exploran ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería, artes y matemáticas a través del aprendizaje basado en la indagación, desarrollando curiosidad, confianza y habilidades de pensamiento crítico en todas las áreas del conocimiento. La Academia Doctor Martin Luther King Junior forma a los estudiantes como comunicadores seguros y futuros líderes mediante el desarrollo del lenguaje, la instrucción en liderazgo y el aprendizaje centrado en la comunidad. La Escuela Secundaria Magnet Dunbar ofrece un aprendizaje práctico basado en proyectos donde los estudiantes desarrollan liderazgo, colaboración y habilidades de resolución de problemas del mundo real que los preparan para la escuela secundaria superior y más allá. La Escuela Secundaria Magnet Mann inspira la creatividad a través de las artes multimedia, el diseño digital y la instrucción integrada de ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas que apoya el crecimiento académico y artístico. En la parte inferior del gráfico se lee ahora aceptando estudiantes para el año escolar dos mil veintiséis a dos mil veintisiete e incluye el sitio web w w w punto l r s d punto o r g junto con el logotipo del Distrito Escolar de Little Rock.
1.22.26

Good afternoon, LRSD Families:

We are closely monitoring the developing winter weather in coordination with the National Weather Service and neighboring school districts. At this time, we plan to have school tomorrow; however, all afterschool activities, games, and athletic-related travel are canceled for tomorrow and this weekend.

We will continue to monitor conditions closely tomorrow and will let you know if anything changes. We will also monitor conditions over the weekend and make a determination on the status of school for next week as more information becomes available. We will update you via our official channels: www.lrsd.org, social media, and our LRSD app. Please be sure your contact information is up to date so we can reach you quickly if plans change.

Thanks, and stay warm!

LRSD Administration
about 2 months ago, LRSD
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