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
Readers Are Leaders!! Here are some of our prize winners for the Winter Reading in the Rock Book Distribution-Reading Log incentive!
Today, students in grades 3-5 also had the opportunity to choose a book to take home and read during the snowy weekend...and beyond!
about 2 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
Winter Prize Winners
Snow Day Book Picks
Snow Day Book Picks
Snow Day Book Picks
Snow Day Book Picks

Please mark your calendars for our Interim State Testing Dates. If you have questions, please reach out to Ms. Hayes 501-447-5816 or felicia.hayes@lrsd.org

about 2 months ago, Felicia Hayes
Testing Calendar
Testing Calendar Spanish
Hello Parent & Guardians,
While no determination or decision has been made as it relates to school next week, as the testing coordinator I've decided it would be best to reschedule our K-2nd Grade ATLAS Interim Assessment. They will now test the week of Feb. 2-6, 2026.
Our 3rd-5th grade students will have a test window of Feb. 10-Feb. 17th. Please know these are state mandated tests.
about 2 months ago, Felicia Hayes
Next Wednesday, January 21, 2026, we will have our 2nd Quarter Awards assembly.
• Kindergarten - 2nd grades will be 8:30 - 9:30 am
• 3rd -5th grades will be 9:30-10:30 am
about 2 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
Next Wednesday, January 21, 2026, we will have our 2nd Quarter Awards assembly. • Kindergarten - 2nd grade will be 8:30 - 9:30 am • 3rd -5th grade will be 9:30-10:30 am
Next Wednesday, January 21, 2026, we will have our 2nd Quarter Awards assembly. • Kindergarten - 2nd grade will be 8:30 - 9:30 am • 3rd -5th grade will be 9:30-10:30 am

Attention Parents/Guardians K-3,
If you received a letter (we've sent them twice) titled "Literacy Tutoring Grant District Notification" please read it carefully and apply ASAP. Funds are on a first come, first served basis. Tutoring can be done at Otter Creek. Please contact Ms. Hayes if you have questions. felicia.hayes@lrsd.org 501-447-5816.

about 2 months ago, Felicia Hayes

Breakfast is available to ALL students at Otter Creek! 7:05-7:30 daily.

2 months ago, Felicia Hayes
Breakfast Otter Creek
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.”
Join us in congratulating Otter Creek Elementary’s Teacher of the Year, Ms. Paizley Hawkins! Ms. Hawkins currently teaches second grade. You OTTER know that she is an Otter Creek Elementary alumna who attended Pre-K through 5th grade at OCE!! 🦦🎉🍎
3 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
TOY P Hawkins

Otter Creek Elementary January 2026 Calendar

3 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
January Calendar

A big thank you to LSY, Life-skills for Youth, for providing lunch for staff this week! We appreciate your thoughtfulness and support of students and staff at OCE!

3 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
Christmas lunch
Christmas lunch
Christmas lunch
You OTTER know our GT Specialist, Ms. Zargari, hosted the final rounds of the OCE Spelling Bee 🐝 this afternoon!! Congratulations to our top three spellers: 1. Lilibeth M. 2. Kyron C. 3. Reagan B. We are so proud of everyone that participated!!!
3 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
spelling bee winners
spelling bee winners
spelling bee winners
spelling bee winners
The Arkansas Food Bank has donated 20 food boxes for families at Otter Creek Elementary.
Please complete the Google form if you are interested in receiving a box for your family.
https://forms.gle/67CQsFVMMQCerLDdA
3 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
Arkansas Food Bank
OCE Happy Holidays Dress Up Days! 12/15 Monday-Ugly Sweater 12/16 Tuesday-Light it Up (Wear lights, glitter, and more) 12/17 Wednesday-Festive Dress (Wear Holiday hats, socks, and shirt) 12/18 Thursday-Holiday Colors (Wear Red, Green, & White) *Class Party Day 1:30-2:15 pm 12/19 Friday-Polar Express (Wear pajamas)
3 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
Who will 🐝 the next OCE spelling bee champion? The final competition will be held on Wednesday, December 17.
3 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
who will bee the next spelling bee champion?
Antwanette Smith (former Otter Creek parent) organized a First Responders’ Day at the school today! All students had the opportunity to interact with team members and operational vehicles from MEMS, the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, and the Little Rock Fire Department.
3 months ago, Otter Creek Elementary
group photo
first responders day
first responders day
first responders day
first responders day
first responders day
You OTTER know that we are excited to receive all the books for the Winter Reading in the Rock book distribution to be held on Friday, December 12! Every Otter Creek student will get to choose 3 books to add to their home library!!! Students will also be participating in a reading challenge where prizes will be awarded!!!
4 months ago, Sandra Courtois
teacher on books
Thank you to VIPS and all the volunteer readers that came and read to our little Otters today! We appreciate you!! ❤️🦦📚
4 months ago, Sandra Courtois
VIPS Reading Day
VIPS Reading Day
VIPS Reading Day
VIPS Reading Day
VIPS Reading Day
VIPS Reading Day
VIPS Reading Day
VIPS Reading Day
VIPS Reading Day

Good Afternoon Otter Creek Elementary Family and Friends... One of our wonderful community partners and community churches (Life Church of Otter Creek) would like to help out this Thanksgiving. They will be gifting some of our families who may be in need with a complete Thanksgiving meal basket. This includes everything that you would need to make a yummy Thanksgiving meal.

If you are interested and are in need of a Thanksgiving Meal basket, please let me know by November 19, 2025 (no later than 2:00 pm) by clicking and filling out the Google Form https://forms.gle/R9qD1YRsHhYkLZ1S9.

We would love to serve the whole school community, but unfortunately there will be low quantities of these baskets. You will be in charge of picking up your basket from the school by November 21, no later than 2:45 pm.

4 months ago, Malorie Turner
Happy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Food