📚 When we Read, Dream, and Succeed, we empower our students and strengthen our community! Join Reading in the Rock and commit to making literacy a priority. ✨ Take the pledge today by scanning the QR code or visiting www.LRSD.org/ReadingintheRock to access resources and show your support. Let's build a brighter future—one book at a time! 💙💛

🎥 Did you miss last night's State of the District Address? Catch up on all the important updates from Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright! Watch the full video here: https://tinyurl.com/zsyj6adb.

Carver and Washington students, families, and staff came together for a lively weekend at the SoMardi Gras Parade! They walked in the parade and hosted a booth to share information about the new Carver-Washington Magnet School opening next year. A big thank you to all the volunteers who helped make the event a success!

****LRSD Board Work Session, Thurs., March 13, 5:30 PM; 810 W. Markham,
LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com
📢 Save the Date! Join us for the State of the District Address on March 18, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Ron Robinson Theater in Library Square! This is your opportunity to hear directly from LRSD leadership about our progress, challenges, and exciting plans for the future. Let’s come together to #ReimagineLRSD and build brighter futures for every student! Be part of the conversation and see how YOU can play a role in our success story.

📚✨ Over a dozen volunteers visited Carver STEAM Magnet Elementary School to share the joy of reading with our students in honor of Black History Month! A huge thank you to Ms. Latoya Morgan for organizing this special event and to all the volunteers who took the time to make today meaningful for our students. 💙📖

****LRSD Board Meeting/Public Comment, Thurs., Feb. 27, 5:30 PM; 810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com
Due to some remaining icy conditions on secondary bus routes - NO School Fri., Feb. 21st; but Cent. Off. Staff should report on a 2-hour delay. Mon., Feb. 24, classes will NOW be IN SESSION instead of PD to support student learning in light of back-to-back closures. Thank you!

Due to inclement weather, LRSD Schools/Offices remain closed Thurs., Feb. 20, 2025. Athletic activities also canceled. An announcement will be shared tomorrow about the status of schools Friday. Employees, please monitor emails for updates from HR. Thanks! Stay safe and warm!

Carver-Washington STEAM Magnet Elementary is gearing up for the SoMa Mardi Gras Parade 2025! Join us on Saturday, March 1, as we celebrate in true Mardi Gras fashion. Students who want to be part of the parade should return the completed form by February 26 to secure a spot. Don’t forget to order your t-shirt! Let’s make this a celebration to remember!

Due to inclement weather, LRSD Schools/Offices will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. An announcement will be shared tomorrow about the status of schools Thursday. Employees, please monitor emails for updates from HR. Thanks! Stay safe and warm!

LRSD schools/offices to dismiss/close early Tues., Feb 18th, due to impending inclement weather: Elem. - 11:30AM; Secondary - 12:30PM; & offices close at 1PM. Afterschool activities/athletic events also canceled Tues. Please monitor messages from LRSD for the latest should changes in weather conditions require LRSD to modify plans. Thank you.

Good morning! LRSD is monitoring the forecast for our area in consultation with the National Weather Service, the District's Safety and Security team, and neighboring districts. An announcement will be made about the status of schools for Tuesday by early afternoon today.

LRSD Special Board Mtg/Pub.Comment & Work Session, Thurs., Feb. 13, 5:30 PM; Both meetings at 810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com
Carver STEAM Magnet Elementary School kicked off Black History Month with an assembly in the cafeteria! Students and staff came together to honor the history, culture, and achievements of African Americans through special presentations. The celebration continues with Spirit Week, featuring a new theme each day!

Save the date for Literacy, Math, SEL, and STEAM Night, a special collaboration between Carver and Washington Elementary staff! This exciting event will take place on March 4, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Washington Elementary, located at 2700 Main Street in Little Rock. Families can also take part in school tours from 4:30 to 5:00 PM. Join us for an evening filled with engaging activities and hands-on learning experiences. Don’t miss this fun night of discovery for the whole family!

🎉✨ The Carver STEAM Magnet Elementary School and Washington Elementary communities came together for an unforgettable evening of fun and fashion at the Carver-Washington Sneaker Ball last Friday! Students, families, and staff hit the dance floor and celebrated in style. 👟 The excitement continues as we prepare for the opening of the new Carver-Washington STEAM Magnet Elementary this August!

🌟 Last week, student leaders from Carver STEAM Magnet Elementary School and Washington Elementary came together for a unique campus exchange! They explored the incredible programs and opportunities at each school, building excitement for the future. This Friday, these student leaders will guide their peers on tours as both schools prepare to unite as the Carver-Washington STEAM Magnet Academy next school year. Big things are ahead for our students! 🚀

LRSD achieves significant milestone based on latest ATLAS assessment results/cut scores. Div. of Elem&Sec. Ed at ADE announced that LRSD has surpassed the performance threshold outlined by the State & will no longer be required to participate in quarterly Act 1082 check-ins.

