📢 Reminder: Students will be out on Monday, February 23, 2026, for a Professional Development Day. 🏫 Offices will remain open. Enjoy the long weekend!
about 2 hours 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.
Good morning, Mustang Country, Tomorrow night at 6 PM we have our Black History Night Community Cafe. Ms. Pat asks that all the children that are part of the Shabach Group Singers Kindergarten- Fifth Grade stay for practice today, February 18, after school 3-4 PM.
2 days ago, Pamela Dial
Hello, Mustang Country, In the spirit of transparency, we want to inform you that today a student and a staff member reportedly had a verbal exchange, which may have been observed by some students. The matter is currently under investigation and is being addressed by school administration. Please be assured that it is our commitment to maintain a safe educational environment that is conducive to learning. Thank you for your partnership and support.
8 days ago, Pamela Dial
Good morning, As shared on the McDermott Family Calendar last week, State Interim ATLAS testing starts today for Grades 3-5. K-2 testing will be next week. There are prizes and incentives for being present, on time, and doing your best!
11 days ago, Pamela Dial
Hello, McDermott Families,

Here is our McDermott Calendar for February 2026! Your students should also come home with a paper copy this week. Please note that we have a new calendar format that begins with MONDAY and not Sunday!

We look forward to celebrating Black History Month!
16 days ago, Pamela Dial
February McDermott Family Calendar 2/4 100th Day; 2/6 Black History Kick Off (7:50) & Readers Day; 3rd-5th Interim Testing 2/9-14; P/T Conferences 2/16; K-2 Interim Testing 2/17-19; Black History Night 2/19 (6-7:30 PM); K/1 Field Trip 2/20; Work Day/Data Day (No School) 2/23; Black History Program 2/26 (1:15 PM); Black History Parade 2/27 (8:30 AM); Cheer & Dance Competition 2/27 $5
Guess what, Mustang Country? Tomorrow is the 100th Day of School! We will be 100 Days Brighter! Please wear bright colors tomorrow to celebrate this special day!
17 days ago, Pamela Dial
100 Days Brighter. Tomorrow is the 100th Day of School this year! Please wear something bright and colorful to celebrate the big day!
Greetings Mustang Parents! As we return from 6 days out for snow, we need your help to reach our Community School Attendance Goal this year. One easy way is to follow the attached guidance when deciding whether to keep your student home sick or send them to school if they aren’t feeling 100%. Please remember that with every absence, students lose important instructional time needed to prepare them for the next grade, and catching up is very hard for both student and teacher. Thank you for your cooperation, and please contact us with any questions if you are uncertain when to send a student to school or keep them home. See you tomorrow!
18 days ago, Pamela Dial
attendance guidance
attendance guidance
Hello, Team, I know the messaging has been confusing this evening. The latest is that only 12 month employees should report tomorrow and if they feel unsafe they should contact their supervisors. Fingers crossed for Tuesday! 🤞🏻 Pam
19 days ago, Pamela Dial
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.
19 days ago, LRSD
Inclement Weather Graphic
Parents, did you cry when you found out school was out again tomorrow? Are the kiddos on your ever last nerve? Get them busy! K-2nd takes state tests in 44 days and 3rd-5th in 49 days! They need to be learning! 10 PBIS points for each square completed. 100 points for all squares. Print or screen shot, mark, and email to pam.dial@lrsd.org
23 days ago, Pamela Dial
Snow day learning choice board
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.
23 days 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.
We got this idea from another Arkansas Leader in Me school, Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet! How are you using our Leader in Me Habits during the snow days? Are you cleaning house? Baking or sledding together? Post a picture and comments on our Facebook, Instagram or X!
23 days ago, Pamela Dial
8 habits snow day poster
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!
26 days ago, LRSD
Inclement Weather Graphic
Good evening, Parents, Please remember that Awards Assemblies for the 2nd Nine Weeks are tomorrow. 3rd-5th @ 1 PM. K-2nd @ 2 PM. It looks like the bad weather will wait until after school tomorrow!
29 days ago, Pamela Dial
Hello, Mustang Country, Don't forget about our PTA Meeting from 6:00-7:00 PM!
29 days ago, Pamela Dial
Hello, Mustang Country, McDermott needs to reactivate our PTA! Tomorrow night we will have a meeting with a meal provided from 6-7. Families are welcome. We will vote for officers. Ballots will be provided for PTA members (you may join for $5 at the meeting). PTA needs YOU!
about 1 month ago, Pamela Dial
Picture Schedule--please remember that ALL staff should have their pictures made, please. 8:00-8:30 Kindergarten/K-2 CBI 8:30-9:00 1st Grade 9:00-9:30 4th 9:30-10:00 3rd/3-5 CBI 10:00-10:30 2nd 10:30-11:00 5th
about 1 month ago, Pamela Dial
Good morning, team, Due to Picture Day, we will skip the Monday Morning Meeting this week. Pam
about 1 month ago, Pamela Dial
Don't forget to look your best tomorrow! It's Picture Day! See you soon!
about 1 month ago, Pamela Dial
We will send our January Family calendar home on Tuesday, but wanted to let you know that Picture Day is Monday, January 12. You child should have brought home a LifeTouch envelope with information.
about 1 month ago, Pamela Dial