📣 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

🔥 Calling all LRSD dads and father-figures! Help kick off the school year in style by snapping a photo with your student on the first day of school, August 11. Upload your photo to LRSD’s contest page for a chance to win big! The top 50 entries will enjoy lunch with Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright, and the top vote-getter will win dinner for six at the restaurant. 🍣🔥 Voting runs August 13–19. Let’s rock this school year, LRSD dads! 🎸

8 months ago, LRSD
Flyer titled "LRSD Dads and Father-Figures Rock N Rollin' Into the New School Year," sponsored by Rock N Roll Sushi. A red electric guitar stretches across the top. Text on the left reads: "LRSD Dads and Father-Figures: Take your child to school on the first day!" Red arrow with white text says "August 11 – First Day of School Only – Enter" Another red arrow with white text says "August 13 to August 19 – Vote" How it works: Dads and father-figures: Snap a photo of you with your current LRSD student or students on the first day of school. (Dads of all LRSD students) Upload your photo to LRSD’s Facebook photo contest page on August 11: www dot LRSD dot org slash 2025 dash dads Invite your Facebook friends to vote for your photo between August 13 and August 19 Text on the right reads: "50 lucky dads and father-figures will enjoy hibachi and sushi lunch with Dr. Jermall Wright, and the top vote-getter will enjoy dinner for 6 at a Rock N Roll Sushi restaurant." Images include sushi and a collage of past con
Volante titulado “Papás y Figuras Paternas de LRSD Rock N Rollin’ Hacia el Nuevo Año Escolar”, patrocinado por Rock N Roll Sushi. Una guitarra eléctrica roja cruza la parte superior del volante. Texto a la izquierda: “Papás y figuras paternas de LRSD: ¡Lleve a su hijo a la escuela el primer día!” Flecha roja con texto blanco: “11 de agosto – Solo el primer día de clases – Entrar” Otra flecha roja con texto blanco: “13 de agosto al 19 de agosto – Votar” Cómo funciona: Número uno: Papás y figuras paternas: tomen una foto suya con sus estudiantes actuales de LRSD el primer día de clases. (Papás de todos los estudiantes de LRSD). Número dos: Suba su foto a la página del concurso de fotografía de Facebook de LRSD el 11 de agosto: www punto LRSD punto org diagonal 2025 guion dads Número tres: Invite a sus amigos de Facebook a votar por su foto entre el 13 y el 19 de agosto. Texto a la derecha: "50 papás (y figuras paternas) afortunados disfrutarán de un almuerzo de hibachi y sushi con el Dr. Jermall Wright, y el que obtenga más votos disfrutará de una cena para 6 personas en un restaurante Rock N Roll Sushi.” Imágenes incluyen sushi y un collage de fotos de papás y estudiantes del concurso en años anteriores. Esquina inferior derecha: “Visita nuestro sitio web para más detalles: LRSD punto org” Texto pequeño al final: *Las fechas y bases del concurso están sujetas a cambios. Al participar, aceptas que tus fotos podrían usarse en material de marketing de LRSD.
Congratulations, March Students of the Month:
Kennedy Brimley, 9th Grade
Ivonne Ramirez, 10th Grade
Adrian Martin, 11th Grade
Damarya Buchanan, 12th Grade
4 days ago, Janelle Washington
Kennedy Brimley, 9th Grade
Ivonne Rameriz, 10th Grade
Adrian Martin, 11th Grade
Damarya Buchanan, 12th Grade
🎶✨ 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.
Congratulations, Southwest High School National Honor Society Inductees
Nadeen Aminata Abache
Emily Martinez Flores
Michel Gomez
Destiny Re'Ana Hines
Marley Morno
Heydi Ramos Nolasco
Vena Pollard
Johansen Thomas
Olivia Williams
18 days ago, Janelle Washington
📢 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.

Welcome, Our New Head-Football Coach Cameron Murray!

I am originally from Little Rock and developed a passion for football at a young age, starting my journey in the IYFL with the West Side Steelers. This early experience helped me transition to Dunbar Middle School and eventually prepared me to play football at Bryant High School. During high school, I earned All-American honors and became a nationally ranked defensive lineman. I received numerous accolades, including all-conference and all-state selections, and was named the co-defensive player of the year in my conference. Ultimately, I received over 15 offers to play collegiate football and chose to attend Oklahoma State University. There, I was a four-year letterman, earned an all-preseason Big 12 honorable mention, and was recognized as an academic All-Big 12 multiple times. I also received the 2019 OSU Barry Sanders Award for making significant contributions despite limited recognition.


After college, I went undrafted by the Arizona Cardinals but spent time on their practice squad and played in a couple of games on the active roster. Following a year and a half in the NFL, I transitioned to the Canadian Football League (CFL) and had the opportunity to play for the BC Lions.

Once my time in the CFL concluded, I began my coaching career at West Mesquite High School before moving on to Valley View High School in Jonesboro, Arkansas. While at Valley View, I was part of a coaching staff that won three consecutive conference titles and made multiple appearances in the state playoffs. I was fortunate to coach many players who progressed to compete at the collegiate level.

My wife and I have a two-year-old daughter named Carsyn. Embracing this role outside of football has been a joy. Family is a foundational aspect of my life, and I look forward to building one within the Little Rock Southwest community.

Coach Murray's Interview

21 days ago, Janelle Washington
Cameron Murray African American Male with low hair cut wearing a purple southwest football shirt
Congratulations, to our February Students of the Month!
9th Grade: Taylor Brewer
10th Grade: Alivia Mondragon
11th Grade: Jade McCraney
12th Grade: Karma Jackson
29 days ago, Janelle Washington
Taylor Brewer 9th Grade STOM
Alivia Mondragon 10th grade STOM
Jade McCraney 11th grade STOM
Karma Jackson 12th grade STOM
The Christian Ministerial Alliance (CMA), has selected Tyler Irving as a recipient of the prestigious Rev. Dr. William H. Robinson Jr. Social Justice Award. This esteemed award will be presented on Monday, February 16, 2026, at 11:30 a.m.
This award highlights his dedication and unwavering commitment to local civic activities, a passion for service, and efforts to uplift the underserved and underrepresented.
about 1 month ago, Janelle Washington
CMA-TylerIrving2026 black shirt with red bowtie
Congratulations to senior Matthew Young! He won a medal for scoring top five at the DECA Career Development State Conference in the Sports and Entertainment Marketing event in Hot Springs. Matthew is also the Vice President of social media for the DECA/Marketing student organization.
about 1 month ago, Janelle Washington
MatthewDECAWinner2026 khaki pants, navy pullover

Cograts JAG students!

Scholars at Little Rock Southwest High School competed in the JAG State Career Development Conference in Hot Springs, AR.  Avante McElroy, Senneca Mackey and Hector Orellano won 1st Place in Creative Decision Making.  They will compete nationwide in Salt Lake City, Utah in April 2026.  




about 1 month ago, Janelle Washington
Scholars at Little Rock Southwest High School competed in the JAG State Career Development Conference in Hot Springs, AR. Avante McElroy (curly hair male-African American), Senneca Mackey (tall male with curly hair-African American) and Hector Orellano (male with straight black hair-Hispanic )
Congratulations to these students who will be competing next week in Fayetteville, AR!
about 1 month ago, Janelle Washington
Congratulations to these students who will be competing next week in Fayetteville, AR! 6A GIRLS SINGLES SHARIYA JACKSON (FEMALE PURPLE SHIRT WITH GREEN EMBLE, BROWN HAIR) 6A BOYS SINGLES CHRIS PEACOCK (MALE PURPLE SHIRT WITH GREEN EMBLE, LONG BLOND HAIR)
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
Inclement Weather Graphic
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 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
Inclement Weather Graphic
Arkansas School Choice Applications are now open! Live outside the Little Rock School District boundaries? You can still apply to one of our amazing LRSD schools! From award-winning arts and championship sports to STEM opportunities, career pathways, and early childhood programs, LRSD offers more ways for students to thrive. The deadline to apply is May 1, 2026. Learn more and apply at www.LRSD.org
2 months ago, LRSD
A promotional graphic for Arkansas School Choice from the Little Rock School District. The left side has a dark blue background with yellow and white text that reads “Arkansas School Choice.” Below it says, “Live outside the Little Rock School District boundaries, and wish to apply to one of our amazing schools?” A boxed headline reads, “LRSD has the best opportunities and experiences available for your student. Don’t let them miss out!” Under the headline is a bulleted list that includes: medical career pathways with hospital partnerships; new, state of the art facilities; national and international competition opportunities; captivating research opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; early childhood programs led by certified teachers, pre kindergarten; hands on experience with emerging technologies; inclusive programs for special education; award winning arts programs; hands on leadership and service opportunities with an extensive community partnership network; and championship sports and extracurriculars. At the bottom left is the website address, spelled out as w w w dot L R S D dot o r g. The right side of the graphic is a collage of photos showing diverse students participating in classroom learning, science experiments, arts, athletics, performances, graduations, and group activities. Over the collage is text that reads, “More opportunities for kids.” Below the collage is the Little Rock School District torch logo and the words “Little Rock School District.” In the bottom right corner is a yellow box with black text that reads, “Deadline May 1, 2026.”
Reminder: Our New Backpack Policy Begins January 7, 2026 Clear Or Mesh Backpack Use Only
2 months ago, Janelle Washington
Beginning January 7th clear or mesh backpack only
Apart ir del 7de energy de 2026 solo mochilia transported

Congratulations, December Students Of The Month
9th Grafe Student Of The Month Olympia Opara
10th Grade Student Of The Month Kami Lee
11th Grade Student Of The Month Erick Sarmiento Escobar
12th Grade Student Of The Month Caden Washington

3 months ago, Janelle Washington
9th grade student of the month Olympia Opara
10th grade Student of the Month Kami Lee
11th grade Student of the Month Erick Sarmiento Escobar
12th grade student of the month Caden Washington
9th Grade Students
Sign-Up Today For Our Early College Program!
3 months ago, Janelle Washington
9th Grade Students Sign-up Today Early College Program Take Concurrent Credit Courses At Little Rock High School Sign Up via Schoology or QR Code
This past weekend, The SuperSonic Storm of Southwest competed in the nationally recognized US Bands Championship in Memphis!!! In the preliminaries, we earned 1st Place in the Group 2 Band Division, 1st Place in Music, and 1st Place Color guard! In the final run, we earned 2nd Place in the Group 2 Division! Please help me congratulate our youth on pulling out our band's first national wins!
4 months ago, Janelle Washington
Supersonic Storm of Southwest US Bands award 2025 Stats Grand Championships Group 1 First Place 2025 Stats Hrand CHampionships Group 2 Finals Second Place
Southwest Band members Band director Holloway, Asst Band director Corley, Drumline leader Wilson, Majorette front row, Gems wearing black and red front row, waering black flagline, marching band of 60