Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools

Happy New Year! Offices open Tuesday, January 3rd. Classes resume for all scholars Wednesday, January 4th.

'Tis the Season.

Congratulations to our CEO and Superintendent LaShawnDa Noel for being named one of AMP's 2022 Power Women in Arkansas. Thanks to Arkansas Money & Politics for highlighting our amazing leader along with other amazing women! If you'd like to read LaShawnda’s full interview, check out page 36! https://bit.ly/3jmVMER

Mr. Wendell Scales, Deputy Director of Innovation is doing one of the many things he does best… representing Arkansas Lighthouse! He’s at the YASS Prize Awards ceremony in New York, NY preparing to bring home the BIG prize. He spoke to the audience about Apprenticeships and Skills-Based Models in Education, specifically highlighting Agri-STEM, a focus at ARLCS. Wish him luck!

It’s happening…TODAY! Arkansas Lighthouse is in the room, at Forbes, for the announcement of the YASS Prize for Sustainable, Transformational, Outstanding, Permissionless education! The panelist, all YASS prize semi-finalist, were amazing as they discussed an array of topics on Parental Power, Competency-Based Grading, Sustainable Models, Apprenticeship and Skills-Based Education, and Digital Blended Learning.

Make sure your calendars are marked for tomorrow for our Musical Winter Evening at the Jacksonville Lighthouse High School! Enjoy an evening full of your favorite Christmas classics performed by the Lighthouse High School Band. See you at 6 PM Wednesday at the High School.

Jacksonville Lighthouse Elementary! Get ready for Christmas by getting a personalized ornament, jumbo christmas sack, or stocking for your scholar, teacher, friends or family! Order forms have gone out and they can be returned with exact cash to homeroom teachers. All orders must be placed by December 9th. More details in pictures and link. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sDRBnnMyHfF4oQMtSM4qzvyTGNRuimlg/view?usp=share_link

Mr. Wendell Scales Jr., Deputy Director of Innovation did us proud and represented us well, as he pitched the AgriSTEM initiative for Arkansas Lighthouse today at the 2nd Annual YASS Prize Accelerator and Pitch Competition. 32 individuals and organizations made it to the semi-final round competing for the 1 million dollar prize for their ideas around Sustainable, Transformational, Outstanding, and Permissionless education. Kudos and many thanks to Mr. Scales for his  tireless work on this project. Stay tuned to find out what happens next! Keep SHINING!

What a difference a year makes! BIG things are brewing at Arkansas Lighthouse and we can’t wait to share! We were honored to participate in the 2nd Annual YASS Prize Accelerator and Pitch contest this week in Miami, FL. The relationships, collaborations, and partnerships formed among individuals and organizations with Sustainable, Transformational, Outstanding, Permissionless initiatives within the education space is game changing. Arkansas Lighthouse is happy to be apart of this movement and conversation. Stay tuned and watch what happens. Keep SHINING!

It’s #Giving Tuesday! We are challenging our friends, family, corporate and community partners to donate and help us reach our goal of $10K. Your generosity will assist in preparing our scholars to become the next leaders in AgriSTEM, Public Service and Social Entrepreneurship. The funds will support our teachers and scholars going above and beyond the classroom by providing real life enrichment through field experiences and project based learning. Contribute today and join us as we Engage, Embrace and Empower- Every Scholar, Every Voice, Every Day! Donate today. https://bit.ly/30KeFgO

Don’t forget! #GivingTuesday or as we call it GIVEmber is tomorrow. Unleash your generosity and help us reach our goal of $10K to support teachers and scholars going above and beyond. Your donation will assist in preparing scholars to become the next leaders in AgriSTEM, Public Service, and Social Entrepreneurship. Funds will go specifically towards general education and summer enrichment programs. Contribute today and join us as we Engage, Embrace and Empower- Every Scholar, Every Voice, Every Day! https://bit.ly/3OKeFgO

At Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools we understand the impact of mentorship and hosted our inaugural Junior MANRRS Leadership Institute at The Vines Center (Arkansas 4-H Center), sponsored by Pulaski County Youth Services. As the state's first and only chapter, we haven't wasted time keeping our commitment to developing the next generation of agriculture and STEM professionals. This year's institute focused on soft skill development. Over 70 7th and 8th graders participated in the Arkansas 4-H ExCEL Program led by Taylor Knox, Affiliated with U of A Division of Agriculture Research and Extension. Key findings: Nearly $1000 was awarded to scholars who were recognized for their leadership and engagement during our institute. 1) Team building is an essential part of success. 2) We are always working through uncontrollable conditions (weather) but must remain steadfast and keep working as a team. 3) Mentorships can transform your life. The connections = relationships 4) It becomes an issue of national security if Arkansas talent, especially if tech talent, isn't developed. Our state economy and job creation depend on opportunities not being outsourced. We are cultivating sustainable pathways.

Mark your calendars - One month from today, the Jacksonville High School Band will present A Musical Winter Evening. Please join us in the High School Multipurpose Room on December 14th at 6:00pm for an evening of holiday music presented by our scholars.

Welcome to November, or at Arkansas Lighthouse what we call- GIVEmber! Show your love for Arkansas Lighthouse by making a donation to our campaign. Join and help us Engage, Embrace and Empower- Every Scholar, Every Voice, Every Day! https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=4B2BQ94LWCL9L

To all who served, we are thankful for your service. Happy Veterans Day

Great education starts with great educators! We are so proud to have Mrs. Sandra Carmona Jobe serving not only as the Director of College and Career Advising at our Jacksonville Lighthouse High School campus, but also as an important part of our communities. We are grateful for all of the work you do to better those around you. Congratulations on recieving the Central Arkansas LULAC Outstanding Alumni Award from the League of United Latin American Citizens and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

Join ARLCS staff and be heard this election. Polls are still open until 7:30 pm. You can check out this link to find your poll location. https://www.voterview.ar-nova.org/VoterView #VOTE

Look who we caught making it happen!!! We’re SPOTLIGHTING  our very own Dr. Gabriel Jackson, Education Director at Pine Bluff Lighthouse. Dr. Jackson was featured not once, but twice, as he presented and filmed professional development courses on PBS Arkansas IDEAS today. These two ethics courses on Social Media Influence and Professional Responsibilities are a part of a 12 course series for Arkansas Novice Educator Induction Program. A program sponsored by Arkansas PBS and the Arkansas Department of Education. We see you Dr. Jackson! Keep SHINING your LIGHT!

Welcome to November, or at Arkansas Lighthouse what we call- GIVEmber! It's the 1st of 30 days for you to show your love for Arkansas Lighthouse by making a donation to our campaign. This year we're challenging our friends, family, corporate and community partners to donate (ALL MONTH) and help us reach our goal of $10K. Your generosity will assist in preparing our scholars to become the next leaders in AgriSTEM, Public Service and Social Entrepreneurship. The funds will support our teachers and scholars going above and beyond the classroom by providing real life enrichment through field experiences and project based learning opportunities. Stay tuned for information on ways you can give. #GIVEmber

Pre-order deadline extend to Wednesday! Join us for some fun! Jacksonville Lighthouse Elementary scholars are invited to the HALLOWEEN COSTUME DANCE. This will be a night of spooky dancing, horrifyingly delicious food, and thrilling games. Friday Cct 28, 2022 • 5:30-7:30pm High school campus Cafeteria music • concession stands • carnival games • costume contest with prizes! See picture for prices! All pre-orders must be made by this Wednesday. Money and form was sent out last week and can be returned to homeroom teacher. See you there!