The ARK Educational Resource Center

08/19/2026

Parents, please join us to learn strategies in protecting your children. Thank you to the Laurel Police Department Chief, Mr. Robert Kracyla for facilitating this important discussion.

08/15/2026

Parents, Guardians, Students, Ark Volunteers, and concerned citizens are invited to learn safety strategies to protect our children.
Join us on Thursday evening, September 17, 2026 at 6 pm.
Laurel Police Chief, Robert Kracyla, facilitating.
Refreshments served.

08/12/2026

Thank you to our community of supporters!
The Ark's 12th Annual Back to School Jamboree was one for the books!
The exhibitors offered relevant, useful resource information; our youth had fun and received school supplies; our community represented, and our sponsors gave from their hearts.
Our board of directors, staff, and volunteers are grateful.
Recognizing those who locked arms with us: Vital Church, A Father's Heart Ministry, Crossroad Community Church, Above & Beyond HVAC, Pilgrims Ministry, Central Worship Center, Pepsi Co., Cindy's Designs, Edward Jones Financial- Melinda Tingle, Joan Boyd Neal, Shirley Hooper, Denise Crockett, Dana Sutton, Randall Cash, Cheryl Flowers, and Terrell Drummond.
Thank you for the support of our town leaders: Mayor Carlos Oliveras, Town Manager, Jamie Smith, Councilmen Jonathan Kellam and Chris Calio, Councilwoman Rog'Jenea Fisher, and Laurel Chief of Police, Robert Kracyla.
Special thanks to Highest Praise Productions for great music and sound; Jonathan's Delights Food Truck, and each of the volunteers for their faithful service and hard work.
My husband, Furman, and I are blessed beyond measure. Thank you.❤️

08/06/2026

JOIN US in Janosik Park this Saturday (8-8), for loads of fun, music food, and resource information!
Laurel Fire Dept. will be there with a truck; free car seats, free coats, games and prizes!
Free filled Backpacks will be distributed to those who registered.
Looking forward to see who will win the Limbo, Cirn Hole, and Sack Race competitions! GAME ON!!!!

07/31/2026

REGISTRATION DEADLINES!
Backpack Jamboree- 7/30 - Eventbrite
TUTORING Services-9/1- arkeducation.org
Thank you!

Our After-School Program Provides One-on-One Tutoring Along with Monthly Parent Information Sessions and Teen Group Meetings

07/24/2026

IS RETIREMENT NOT ALL THAT YOU THOUGHT IT WOULD BE?
That's because you were created to SERVE.
We need math and reading tutors to help strengthen the skill level of our children.
You choose the subject. You choose the grade level. 2 hours per week.
Think about your ability to change a childs life.
Volunteer applications at: arkeducation.org. OR stop by the office and pick one up.
You will be so fulfilled. Trust me.
Call me at 302-382-9904 if you have questions.
Enjoy your day.

Our After-School Program Provides One-on-One Tutoring Along with Monthly Parent Information Sessions and Teen Group Meetings

07/21/2026

Youth Resource Opportunity!