Little Rock School District, AR

Board Meeting

The Board will discuss updating policies to ensure only students who have completed all requirements participate in spring graduation. The meeting also includes reviews of personnel changes, property donations, and a student readiness initiative.

• Proposed revisions to policies 4.45.1 and 4.62 regarding graduation ceremony eligibility
• Approval of a $480,000 crisis response subaward for student behavior and mental health supports
• Approval of September purchasing reports for orders over $50,000 and MBE/WBE spend
• Proposed probationary status requirements for teachers hired from other Arkansas districts
• Discussion of the 'Portrait of a Graduate' systems audit and implementation plan

Special Board Meeting

The Board will discuss a proposal to require students to complete all graduation credits before participating in spring ceremonies. The meeting also includes decisions on personnel probationary periods and the approval of new community service-learning partners.

• Proposed policy to move students lacking credits from spring to summer graduation ceremonies
• Approval of community service partners: Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, Forest Hill Neighborhood Association, Green Groceries, and Parkway Place Church
• Proposed waiver process for the 75-hour community service graduation requirement
• Application for a $480,000 crisis response subaward for student behavior and mental health
• Recommendation to provide one additional year of probationary status for teachers hired from other Arkansas districts

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

The Little Rock School District Board will hold a work session to discuss the LRSD Forward plan. The board will review eight options for school closures and consolidations and potential program enhancements.

• Discussion of LRSD Forward closure and consolidation Options 1-8

Personnel Hearing

The board will conduct three student expulsion hearings for individuals identified as NW, DJ, and DS. Each hearing will be followed by an executive session.

• Student Expulsion Hearing 1 - NW
• Student Expulsion Hearing 1 - DJ
• Student Expulsion Hearing 1 - DS

Personnel Hearing

The Little Rock School District Board is meeting for a personnel hearing that includes a student expulsion hearing, an executive session, and board comments. The agenda is largely procedural, with the expulsion hearing being the only substantive item listed.

• Student expulsion hearing
• Executive session
• Board comments

Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District Board will vote on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, required for submission to the state by September 30, and on awarding a marketing/PR contract to the Sells Agency (not to exceed $200,000). The board will also discuss updates to the LRSD Forward plan, including a new school closure option, and hear an update on middle school accelerated learning. Several consent agenda items include personnel changes, property donations, and purchasing reports.

• Fiscal Year 2027 budget approval (required by Sept 30)
• Award RFP26-011 to Sells Agency for marketing/PR, not to exceed $200,000
• Discussion of LRSD Forward plan with new closure Option 3
• Middle school acceleration update for 2027-2028
• Union Business Leave Policy change for certified employees

Special Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District Board will consider a contract for the School Resource Officer program and renovations at Central High School. The meeting also includes a review of the June 2026 financial report and various personnel changes.

• School Resource Officer contract with the City of Little Rock ($800,000)
• Central High School fieldhouse and locker room renovations ($88,791.90)
• June 2026 Financial Report review
• Personnel changes and probationary status updates

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

The Board will discuss participation in the Arkansas EDGE cohort to explore microschool models and review the High Impact Tutoring Grant for literacy and math. Additionally, officials will hold a work session on Fiscal Year 2027 budget projections and discuss new policies for naming district facilities.

• Exploration of microschool models through the Arkansas EDGE cohort
• $1,680,000 High Impact Tutoring Grant request for 3rd grade literacy and middle school math
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2027 budget projections
• Review of draft policy for naming and renaming district facilities
• Discussion regarding student enrollment procedures and projections

Personnel Hearing

The Little Rock School District Board will hold a personnel hearing on September 8, 2026. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a background check waiver for Lora Green.

• Personnel hearing regarding a background check waiver for Lora Green

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

The Little Rock School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the LRSD Forward Plan. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion of the LRSD Forward Plan

Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District Board will review attendance zone options for the new West Little Rock High School, scheduled to open in Fall 2027. This discussion aims to balance enrollment across existing high schools while preserving specialized programs at Central, Parkview, Southwest, and Hall High Schools. The board will also approve a $178,865 contract for professional development services funded by a federal grant and receive an update on a special education audit.

• Discussion of attendance zone options for the new West Little Rock High School opening in Fall 2027
• Approval of a $178,865 contract with Dr. Donna Elam for MSAP grant professional development services
• Presentation of the Urban Collaborative special education audit report
• Approval of personnel changes including probationary status rules for teachers
• Approval of community service-learning partner applications under Act 237 of 2023

Special Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District Board is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including approving a marketing/PR firm for a new branding campaign and personnel changes. The board will also discuss the superintendent's contract extension, likely in executive session. Public comment is scheduled.

• Award RFP26-011 Addendum 1 to Nichols Strategies for PR, marketing, and advertising, not to exceed $60,000
• Personnel changes, including probationary status for teachers hired from other Arkansas districts
• Superintendent's contract extension (discussion item)
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

The Little Rock School District Board will hold a work session to discuss, not vote on, several items. The main topic is a presentation on attendance zone options for the new West Little Rock High School opening in Fall 2027, with board feedback to inform future recommendations. Also on the agenda are updates on the LPN program, a public finance workshop, and a task force update on enrollment and resource optimization.

• Discussion of attendance zone options for new West Little Rock High School (Fall 2027 opening)
• LRSD LPN Program update (presentation only)
• Public Finance Workshop by Stephens Inc. (no financial impact)
• Resource Optimization and Enrollment Task Force update (discussion only)
• Hilight Renewal (no details provided)

Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District board will hear updates on federal funding allocations totaling $2,887,304.99 for school improvement, review Advanced Placement assessment results, and discuss a $80,000 annual renewal of the Seven of Arts entrepreneurship program. The board will also consider grade configuration changes for West Little Rock High School, set to open in Fall 2027, and vote on personnel changes, purchasing reports, and community service-learning partner approvals.

• Approve $2,887,304.99 in 1003 School Improvement Funding for Title I schools
• Renew Seven of Arts entrepreneurship program for $80,000 annually with middle school expansion
• Approve three new community service-learning partners: Green Groceries, New Hope Baptist Church, Parkway Place Church
• Review June purchasing reports including purchases over $50,000 and MBE/WBE spend activity
• Determine initial grade configuration for West Little Rock High School opening Fall 2027

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

The Board of Education is reviewing attendance zone options and grade configurations for the new West Little Rock High School opening in Fall 2027. The meeting also includes updates on early literacy plans and a draft of the 2026-2027 Student Handbook/Code of Conduct.

• Review of attendance zone and grade configuration options for West Little Rock High School
• Draft 2026-2027 Student Handbook/Code of Conduct including AI use and cell phone policies
• Outcomes Based Contracting update for tutoring with vendor On Your Mark ($642,044 actual payments)
• Proposed board development training with Council of Great City Schools (up to $40,000 over two years)
• Organizational change moving Community Schools and Attendance operations under the Culture, Climate, and Well-Being department

Special Board Meeting

The board will consider approving personnel changes and a policy that gives new teachers from other Arkansas districts an extra probationary year. The meeting also includes public comment and an executive session.

• Personnel changes to staff allocated positions within the district
• Policy recommendation to add one year of probationary status for teachers hired from other Arkansas districts
• Interim teacher designation for those hired after the first student contact day

Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District Board will consider several personnel changes, procurement reports, and new Title IX compliance policies. The board is also reviewing leadership development proposals and academic supplemental tool adoptions for the 2026-2027 school year.

• Adoption of K-12 ELA and Math/STEM supplemental supports totaling $780,568.83
• Proposal for LRSD L.E.A.D.S. leadership development program costing $158,000
• Executive coaching for Networks 2 & 3 leadership staff costing $84,000
• Resolution to use proceeds from two property sales to develop a softball field at Central High School
• New policy 7.5.1.A requiring Title IX compliance reviews for construction projects and donations

Special Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District board will hold a special meeting to act on personnel recommendations for the 2026-27 school year and update student residency policies. The board will also hear public comments and discuss board and superintendent matters.

• Approve 2026-2027 Round 4A Personnel Recommendations
• Approve personnel changes including one additional year of probationary status for Arkansas teachers with prior non-probationary experience
• Approve updates to Section 4 Student Residence Requirement Policy
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit for residents
• Executive session scheduled

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

The Little Rock School District Board will hold a work session to discuss several policy and operational items. Key topics include an update on the district's Title IX compliance and Central High School softball program, a proposed facility naming policy, and a board development proposal from the Council of Great City Schools. The board will also receive an update on implementing the Arkansas ACCESS Act for accelerated learning and discuss revisions to inclement weather and vacation policies for personnel.

• Title IX update addressing Central High School softball program and district-wide compliance audit
• Discussion of a facility naming and renaming policy for school buildings and district property
• Board training proposal from Council of Great City Schools, with potential cost up to $40,000 over two years
• Update on LRSD Acceleration Paths implementation of the Arkansas ACCESS Act (Act 341)
• Revisions to inclement weather and 12-month employee vacation day policies for certified and classified personnel

Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District board will vote on two facility-naming resolutions: renaming the Pulaski Heights Middle School gymnasium to honor volleyball and basketball coach Ramona McGee and renaming the Parkview Magnet High School auditorium after performing-arts educator C. Michael Tidwell. The board will also act on personnel changes, approve new Advanced Placement textbooks costing $126,462.56, and hear updates on Central High School’s softball program equity review.

• Approve naming Pulaski Heights Middle School gymnasium the "Ramona McGee Gymnasium"
• Approve naming Parkview Magnet High School auditorium the "C. Michael Tidwell Performing Arts Auditorium"
• Adopt AP Literature & Language textbooks for $126,462.56
• Vote on 2026–27 personnel changes including new hires and teacher probation rules
• Approve Option B to address Central High School softball program equity concerns

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

The Little Rock School District Board of Education will discuss and likely approve priority task forces as part of its community-driven Visioning Together initiative. The board is also continuing governance training with a focus on strengthening the board-superintendent team. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond discussions and learning sessions.

• Board to identify and approve priority task forces aligned to Visioning Together challenges
• Board governance training session with Dr. Barbara Jenkins (CGCS consultant)
• Draft 2026-27 board meeting dates to be reviewed
• No financial impact items or formal votes listed

Special Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District board will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve the FY27 budget reduction framework, which includes $7.6M–$8.2M in operational savings. The board will also vote on personnel recommendations, including hiring and probationary status rules for new teachers. A public comment period is scheduled, and the board will receive an update on the LRSD lawsuit against the State of Arkansas.

• Vote on FY27 budget reduction framework with $7,598,004–$8,217,004 in operational savings
• Approval of 2026-27 Round 3A personnel recommendations
• New teacher probationary status rules under A.C.A. 6-17-1502
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• LRSD lawsuit update against the State of Arkansas (LEARNS Lawsuit) with financial impact discussion

Personnel Hearing

The Little Rock School District Board will hold four closed executive sessions for student hearings during this personnel-focused meeting. No decisions are listed on the public agenda; the board will only discuss student matters privately before adjourning.

Personnel Hearing

The Little Rock School District Board will hold a personnel hearing for Tony Ashley and Natasha Winston. The board may also enter executive session and take action on personnel matters.

• Personnel hearing for Tony Ashley
• Personnel hearing for Natasha Winston
• Possible executive session

Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District Board will vote on several action items, including a $12.9 million amendment to an energy performance contract for HVAC upgrades, a $173,508 agreement for the Paloma family tutoring app, and an $80,000 subscription for Apptegy's community experience and attendance tools. The board will also consider granting certified staff six additional personal days for inclement weather closures in January 2026, and adjusting contract lengths for child nutrition workers, bus drivers, and security officers to save $176,000. An update on the new dual language program at Watson and Chicot schools will be presented for information only.

• Resolution to amend energy performance contract for HVAC upgrades at $12.9 million
• Paloma Agreement for K-2 family tutoring app at $173,508 from federal funds
• Apptegy Community Experience and Attendance Pro subscriptions at $80,000
• Six additional personal days for certified staff due to January 2026 snow closures
• Contract length adjustments for child nutrition workers, bus drivers, and security officers saving $176,000

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

The Little Rock School District board meets to review AI-powered community engagement and attendance tools, a proposed family tutoring partnership, and training for board governance. No formal decisions are scheduled; discussions will inform future votes.

• Paloma Partnership Agreement for 2026-27 ($173,508 from Federal Funds) to expand family tutoring in grades K-2
• Apptegy Community Experience and Attendance Pro subscriptions ($80,000) to replace Let's Talk and add real-time attendance tracking
• Certified PPC Make-Up Days Proposal to compensate staff for missed weather-related days
• Board training on governance and superintendent collaboration with CGCS consultant Dr. Barbara Jenkins

Special Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District Board will meet to consider personnel recommendations. The board is reviewing Round 2A staff recommendations and principal appointments for the 2026-27 school year.

• 2026-27 Round 2A Staff Recommendations
• 2026-27 Principal Appointments

Board Meeting

The newly configured Little Rock School District Board of Education meets to elect officers, approve personnel changes, and review financial reports. The board will also consider adding community service-learning partners and accepting property donations.

• Election of LRSD Board Officers
• Approval of personnel changes including teacher probationary status rules
• Acceptance of March purchasing reports over $50,000
• Addition of two community service-learning partners (Creators' Village, North Little Rock Animal Shelter)
• Approval of property donations

Special Board Meeting

The Little Rock School District Board will vote on a budget reduction framework for the 2027 fiscal year, which includes operational savings recommendations. The board will also consider personnel actions, including the appointment of a new Executive Principal for Central High School and Round 1A staff recommendations for PreK and elementary schools. Public comment will be heard before decisions.

• Action on FY27 Budget Reduction Framework recommendations with unspecified operational savings
• Personnel recommendation for Executive Principal of Little Rock Central High School
• Round 1A Staff Recommendations for 2026-27 school year (PreK and Elementary only)
• Public comment period for LRSD issues

Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session

This is a board work session with no formal decisions listed. The main item is a draft agenda for the March 19 board meeting, which will include a swearing-in ceremony and election of officers. Other agenda sections (Schools and Academics, Finance and Operations, etc.) are listed but contain no specific items.

• Draft agenda for 3/19 board meeting includes swearing-in ceremony at 5:00 pm and meeting at 5:30 pm
• Discussion of who will facilitate the opening of the 3/19 meeting until election of officers