12/17/2025
Master Principal Phase 3 had the opportunity to do a presentation about their school. It was a perfect blend of inspiration and professionalism. Awesome job‼️
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12/17/2025
Master Principal Phase 3 had the opportunity to do a presentation about their school. It was a perfect blend of inspiration and professionalism. Awesome job‼️
12/17/2025
Our Master Principal Phase 3 crew got into the holiday spirit with a hilarious ornament exchange, complete with a little friendly stealing - Bad Santa style! 😅
12/02/2025
The Arkansas Leadership Academy warmly welcomed our Teacher Leaders back to Little Rock on this cold morning for a productive day of learning and collaboration. Cohort A, Session 3 is now underway.
11/19/2025
Thank you to Alanna Russell from the Salem School District for leading today’s ALA REACH session, “You’re Teaching Computer Science, So Now What?” We appreciate your clarity and resources you shared to support Computer Science instruction.
A big thank you as well to all the Arkansas educators who attended and engaged in the learning. Your commitment to growing your practice makes a difference for students across the state.
For more information about upcoming or past ALA REACH sessions, contact Sharmane Evans, our ALA REACH Coordinator.
11/17/2025
Instructional Leader Empowerment
What an incredible gathering! Our recent session brought together passionate leaders committed to supporting teachers and elevating classroom instruction. They're unstoppable!
Fall Retreat ! 💥Wow, what a powerful experience! The atmosphere was electric, fellowship was rich, and fresh strategies are already taking shape. This year is going to be extraordinary. Stay turned 😊
Phase 2, Session 2 was a blast! 💥 Huge thanks to our amazing special guest who made it unforgettable!
11/05/2025
Thank you, Crystal Russell!
The Arkansas Leadership Academy would like to thank Crystal Russell, Principal at Kilpatrick Academy of Public Service in the Texarkana Arkansas School District, and a ALA Master Principal Graduate, for leading an excellent ALA REACH session, “Empowering Leadership in Every Role.” We appreciate your time, energy, and the valuable insights you shared to help educators grow as leaders in every position.
Join us for our next ALA REACH session on Wednesday, November 19, “You’re Teaching Computer Science, So Now What?” with Alanna Russell from Salem School District. For more information, contact Sharmane Evans, our ALA REACH Coordinator.
🔗 Register here: https://eventbrite.com/e/1867533355539
10/31/2025
Instructional Leaders from across Arkansas came together this week for a two-day session of the Instructional Leadership Empowerment (ILE) program, led by APSRC’s Jeana Williams.
Read the full story here 👉
Instructional Leaders Embrace Growth at ALA Session Hosted by APSRC — APSRC Educators from across Arkansas gathered this week for a two-day professional development session hosted by the Arkansas Public School Resource Center (APSRC) for Arkansas Leadership Academy (ALA), where Jeana Williams, APSRC’s Director of Teaching and Learning, led Cohort B of the Instructional Le...
Master Principal Phase 1 had a wonderful time last week at the APSRC 2025 Fall Conference.
10/24/2025
Whether you teach, lead, or support, you can bring Computer Science to life in your classroom, school, or district📚
Join Alanna Russell, an educator from Salem School District, on November 19 for a FREE virtual ALA REACH session where you will:
•See how CS fits every subject and grade level
•Access hands-on activities ready for your classroom
•Connect with fellow educators across Arkansas
🍎 Don’t miss out.. Questions? Contact Sharmane Evans, our REACH Coordinator at: [email protected]
🔗 Register here:
ALA REACH: You’re Teaching Computer Science, So Now What? Join Alanna Russell from Salem School District to empower educators in Computer Science with resources, curriculum, and support.
10/22/2025
Thank you to all Arkansas educators who attended today’s ALA REACH session with 2025 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Jeanie Wilcoxon…she did an amazing job🍎
📚As we celebrate , we want to honor the commitment of school leaders across Arkansas, especially our Master Principal Cohorts. Join us for our next ALA REACH session on Nov. 5:
Join Crystal Russell, a Master Principal Graduate from the Texarkana Arkansas School District, for an inspiring session on “Empowering Leadership in Every Role.”
Have questions? Contact our REACH Coordinator, Sharmane Evans.
Professional learning hours are available!📝