🔥 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! 🎸


📢 Reminder: Students will be out on Monday, February 23, 2026, for a Professional Development Day. 🏫 Offices will remain open. Enjoy the long weekend!

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.

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.


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!

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

🚀 Your student’s future starts here! 🌟
LRSD middle schools offer hands-on learning, career exploration, and creative opportunities for success.
🎓 Don’t miss the Middle School Recruitment Fair-Cirks Arena @ Hall High, 6700 “H” St., Wed, Oct 22 | 9 AM–2 PM.
More choices. Brighter futures.
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LRSD middle schools offer hands-on learning, career exploration, and creative opportunities for success.
🎓 Don’t miss the Middle School Recruitment Fair-Cirks Arena @ Hall High, 6700 “H” St., Wed, Oct 22 | 9 AM–2 PM.
More choices. Brighter futures.
https://aptg.co/7fBZcJ
Mabelvale Elementary students welcomed a special guest this week as Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. became the very first guest on their EAST Program's “We Speak the Truth” Podcast. Mayor Scott shared about his role as mayor and encouraged the 5th graders to keep striving for greatness. Thanks to support from the EAST Initiative, students are learning valuable leadership, service, and technology skills that will prepare them for the future.

☕✨ Java with Jermall kicks off this week! Join LRSD Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright on this Wednesday at Southwest High between 7:45 and 8:45 a.m. for coffee, refreshments, and great conversation with parents, staff, and community members. Can’t make it this time? Mark your calendar for October 8 at Mann Magnet Middle and November 12 at Terry Elementary. 💙 Everyone is invited!

Good Evening Parents. This is a quick reminder of our Open House tomorrow at 5:30pm where you will receive important information from our principal and teachers. We hope to see you here, tomorrow night at 5:30 for Open House.
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UPDATE: Please review/comment on Proposed LRSD School Board Zone Map Option 4: https://lrsd.mydistricting.com/comments/plan/14/31.
Zones 1 & 7 are switched; slight changes have been made to Zones 4 & 6.
School attendance zones are NOT affected. Thanks for your support!
Zones 1 & 7 are switched; slight changes have been made to Zones 4 & 6.
School attendance zones are NOT affected. Thanks for your support!

📚 Mabelvale Elementary LRSD teachers are leveling up! This week’s professional development focused on boosting literacy and math instruction with research-based strategies to help students thrive. From building strong readers and writers to confident mathematicians, it’s all about student success! 💡✏️

📚✏️ Get ready to save, LRSD families! The Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday kicks off at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2025, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 3, 2025. During this time, you can purchase school supplies, clothing, instructional materials, and even electronics — tax free! 🛍️📅 Mark your calendars and stock up for back-to-school!

📚✨ Mabelvale Elementary had a special treat! LRSD alum and author Dr. Iris Giles stopped by to sign copies of her book "Myself My Feelings" for students. Her visit made the Summer Reading In The Rock book distribution even more exciting! 💙📖

📢 Reminder: All schools and offices in the Little Rock School District will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. We wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend as we honor those who have served our country. ❤️🤍💙 #MemorialDay #ReimaginingLRSD

📚 Literacy in Action! The Rotary Club of Little Rock Afterhours continues to champion reading through its ongoing partnership with LRSD. Now in its third year, the program challenged students to read 20 minutes each day—and they rose to the occasion! 👏 Congratulations to our top three schools for total minutes read. 🥇 Mabelvale Elementary – 67,835 minutes 🥈 Chicot Elementary and Early Childhood Center – 64,515 minutes 🥉 Otter Creek Elementary School – 59,398 minutes. Each school received funds to grow its library collections. Thank you, Rotary Afterhours, for your continued support of literacy in our schools!

***LRSD Board Meeting and Public Comment/Employee Hearing Thursday, May 15, 2025 – Starting at 5:30 p.m. LRSD Boardroom, Admin Bldg. - 810 W. Markham Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/ Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com

****Continuation of Recessed LRSD April 24th Board Meeting - Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 5:30 PM; 810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/ - under "Recent Meetings" - April 24
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com
Good Evening Parents, we are only 30 minutes away from our 2nd Annual Resource Fair and Easter Egg Hunt. Come out with your kiddos and baskets for important information and lots of eggs. We hope to see you there!
