APSRC Bulletin
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APSRC Celebrates Back-to-School in Arkansas 2026
As August rolls in, Arkansas students are heading back to school and gearing up for a great academic year. From Little Rock to Fayetteville, classrooms are buzzing with anticipation, and parents are checking off their back-to-school lists with precision.
Whether your child is starting kindergarten or heading into their senior year, the back-to-school season in Arkansas is more than just a calendar date—it’s a chance to reset, reconnect, and reimagine what learning can look like.
The Arkansas Public School Resource Center extends its sincere best wishes to all students across the state as they begin a new academic year.
Registration for APSRC's Annual Fall Conference is NOW OPEN!
Registration for APSRC's Annual Fall Conference is NOW OPEN!
Join us on October 27, 2026, at the Hot Springs Convention Center for our Annual Fall Conference!
Registration is now open for our Annual Fall Conference, and we encourage you to secure your spot early for one of Arkansas's premier professional learning events! Join us on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the Hot Springs Convention Center for a day filled with professional learning, meaningful networking, and engaging sessions designed for every role in K-12 education.
Register Now for Geometry Academy & Algebra 1 Academy Event Series!
APSRC is excited to announce new dates for our recurring Geometry Academy & Algebra 1 Academy. Sessions will begin in September and run through March 2027. APSRC Math Specialist Justin Warner presents these recurring academies. Attendees can register for sessions at our Little Rock Office or Northwest Arkansas Office.
APSRC Launches Leadership Lab Program: A Differentiated Approach to Building Educational Leadership Capacity
The Arkansas Public School Resource Center (APSRC) is proud to announce the launch of Leadership Lab, a comprehensive professional learning initiative designed to build educational leadership capacity across Arkansas schools through differentiated learning pathways for educators serving in a variety of leadership roles.
Registration for APSRC's Annual Fall Conference is Opening Soon!
Registration for APSRC's Annual Fall Conference is Opening Soon!
Join us on October 27th, 2026, at the Hot Springs Convention Center for our Annual Fall Conference!
Summer is coming to a close, and as you prepare to jump into the new school year, we want to make sure you’re marking your calendar for our upcoming Annual Fall Conference. Get ready to join us on Tuesday, October 27th, 2026, at the Hot Springs Convention Center! This annual statewide event is one you will not want to miss. It is packed with professional learning, networking, and sessions designed for every role in K-12 education.
APSRC Awards a District Conversion Charter Schools Program subgrant to the Searcy County School District Career and Agricultural Trades Academy
The Arkansas Public School Resource Center (APSRC) has awarded a District Conversion Charter Schools Program (CSP) subgrant to the Searcy County School District Career and Agricultural Trades Academy (SCSD CATA). Through the competitive federal grant program, the district may receive up to $2 million over 36 months to support approved implementation expenses.
Countdown to the 2026 Summer Retreat - 7 Days Away!
Countdown to the 2026 Summer Retreat - 7 Days Away!
We're officially one week away from the start of the 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat! This exciting virtual PD series kicks off next Tuesday, June 9th, with sessions centered around the theme "Sustain, Strengthen, Succeed." The retreat continues with Day 2 on June 10th and wraps up on Day 3, June 11th!
Applications for 2026 District Conversion Subgrant Competition Opening June 1
Arkansas Public School Resource Center (“APSRC”) announces the opening of applications for the 2026 District Conversion Subgrant Competition. The applications will open on June 1st, 2026.
APSRC Charter Schools Program Subgrants are competitive grants for the purpose of funding startup and expansion activities, including planning, implementation, and costs. Applicants must apply for all funding as a part of this grant.
How to Make the Most of Your 2026 Summer Retreat
How to Make the Most of Your 2026 Summer Retreat!
The 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat is almost here —June 9th, 10th, and 11th—and we couldn’t be more excited to learn, connect, and grow with you this year!
If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time to do so. You can sign up now for any sessions that interest you. Even if you’ll be out of town or can’t join us live, we still encourage you to register. Everyone who registers will receive access to all session recordings, materials, and resources after the event, so you won’t miss a thing.
2 Weeks Until the 2026 Summer Retreat!
2 Weeks Until the 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat!
The countdown is on. We’re just two weeks away from the 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat, happening June 9 through 11. You’re not going to want to miss this.
This three-day virtual professional learning experience is designed to give you choice, flexibility, and real opportunities to grow in the ways that matter most to you and your students. Whether you’re building on your strengths or exploring something new, there’s something here for everyone.
Registration Now Open for 2026 Tier 1 Training Sessions
APSRC's 2026 Tier 1 Training sessions are now open for registration. These virtual trainings help superintendents, charter directors, and finance staff meet state-mandated requirements under A.C.A. §6-20-2204. View available dates and register today.
Spark 2026: Igniting Ideas, Connections, and Growth Across Arkansas
On May 19, 2026, educators, leaders, and partners from across Arkansas gathered at the North Little Rock Event Center for the second annual Spark Symposium for Charter Schools. This year’s event was one of the most well-attended Spark gatherings in recent APSRC history!
Explore Day 3 of the 2026 Summer Learning Retreat!
Explore Day 3 of the 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat!
The 2026 Summer Retreat wraps up on Thursday, June 11th, with a full day of engaging, virtual professional learning sessions centered around the theme: Strengthening Access for ALL Learners. Explore thirteen sessions focused on data analysis and reporting, instructional planning and alignment, effective teaching practices, classroom assessment tools, standards-based instruction across content areas, and strategies to strengthen outcomes for all students, presented by experts from APSRC and DESE.
UPSKILL AT A-STATE
Help your students take the next step toward high-demand, high-opportunity careers.
Give your students a head start in today’s fastest-growing industries with the A-State UpSkill Program—a fully online, grant-funded opportunity designed to prepare high schoolers for real-world success.
Offered in partnership with the Arkansas Public School Resource Center (APSRC), the A-State UpSkill Program is open to Arkansas high school students at no cost, pending continued funding from the Arkansas Department of Education.
Arkansas Public School Resource Center Celebrates National Charter Schools Week
This National Charter Schools Week, the Arkansas Public School Resource Center (APSRC) proudly recognizes the impact and importance of public charter schools across Arkansas and the nation. Charter schools are always public, always free, and always open to all students, providing families with accessible, high-quality educational options that meet a wide range of needs. The following data and insights are from the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools:
Explore Day 2 of the 2026 Summer Learning Retreat!
Explore Day 2 of the 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat!
The 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat will continue on Wednesday, June 10th, with a full day of engaging, virtual professional learning sessions centered around the theme: Strengthening Instruction Through Connections. Explore sessions focused on data analysis, instructional planning and alignment, effective teaching practices, assessment tools, standards-based instruction, and strategies to improve outcomes, presented by experts from APSRC and DESE.
Explore Day 1 of the 2026 Summer Learning Retreat!
Explore Day 1 of the 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat!
Taking place virtually on June 9–11, the 2026 Summer Retreat features more than 25 sessions across three days - and you can explore the sessions planned for each day and register now! Read on to learn more about the sessions offered on Day 1 – Tuesday, June 9th, under the theme: Sustain, Strengthen, Succeed.
Register Now for the 2026 Summer Learning Retreat!
Registration is now open for the 2026 Summer Professional Learning Retreat!
Taking place virtually on June 9–11, the 2026 Summer Retreat features more than 25 sessions across three days - and you can explore the sessions planned for each day and register now!
APSRC Awards Charter School Program Subgrants to Support New, Replicating, and Expanding Charter Schools Across Arkansas
The Arkansas Public School Resource Center (APSRC) is proud to announce the award of Charter Schools Program (CSP) subgrants to five charter schools across Arkansas, marking a significant investment in the opening, replication, and expansion of high‑quality public charter schools that will serve students and families statewide.
What’s waiting for you at Spark26?
What’s Waiting for you at Spark26?
This year, we're offering an event packed with opportunities to spark ideas, connections, and growth within the charter school community. Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect…