Little Rock Central High School PTSA

🐯 As we begin a new school year, please join us in welcoming Mrs. April Rike as the new Principal of Little Rock Central High School!

Mrs. Rike is a proud Little Rock native, a 1993 graduate of Little Rock Central High School, and a lifelong advocate for public education. Her connection to Central spans generations. Her grandfather graduated from Central in the late 1930s, she taught at the school from 2003 to 2011, and all three of her children are proud graduates of Little Rock Central High School. For Mrs. Rike, leading and serving Central is both a professional honor and a deeply personal calling.

With more than two decades in education, Mrs. Rike has dedicated her career to helping students realize their potential while supporting teachers in creating engaging, rigorous learning experiences. She believes every student deserves access to high-quality instruction, meaningful relationships, and opportunities that prepare them for success beyond high school.

Mrs. Rike is committed to honoring Central's remarkable legacy while ensuring future generations of Tigers have the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Here's to a wonderful first day of school and an incredible year ahead. Welcome, Mrs. Rike, and welcome back, Tigers!

The first day of school is tomorrow.

⏰ First bell: 8:38 a.m.
⏰ Late bell: 8:45 a.m.
🏫 Dismissal: 4:00 p.m.

A few important reminders:
• Car rider drop-off and pick-up is on Daisy Bates.
• Do not use bus zones on Little Rock Nine Way or 16th Street for drop-off or pick-up.
• Expect heavier traffic during arrival and dismissal.
• Students arriving before 8:00 a.m. may enter through the cafeteria level for supervision.
• Be sure your student knows their bus number before dismissal.

🎒 Clear backpacks are required. Students without one can pick one up from the front office.
👕 Students must be in dress code on the first day.
📵 Cell phones must be powered off during the school day. Headphones, earbuds, smart watches, personal laptops, tablets, and other prohibited devices should remain at home or in backpacks as required by school policy.

students will receive a printed copy of their schedule in their first-period class.

Welcome back, Tigers 🐅

Do you want to get involved at Central? We are always looking for volunteers in the front office! Click on the link below to sign up!

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/20F0E4AAAAE2FA0FD0-63773655-2627?useFullSite=false

🐯 Stop by the LRCHS PTSA table during registration! Whether you have an hour to spare or want to be more involved throughout the year, we'd love to help you find a volunteer opportunity that's a great fit for your schedule.

We're also looking for volunteers to help at registration this week! Check out the SignUpGenius link below to see available shifts and sign up if you're able to lend a hand.

Volunteer for registration: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B44AFA928AB9-64895854-lrchs #/

Become a member of the PTSA: https://lrchs-ptsa.givebacks.com/shop

Volunteers Needed This Week!
We're looking for a few friendly volunteers to help during student registration this week. If you have a few hours to spare, we'd love to have your help welcoming families and assisting with the registration process.
Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B44AFA928AB9-64895854-lrchs #/

Stay in the know this school year!

Parents and students, don't miss important updates from the Little Rock Central High School PTSA. Throughout the year, we'll share information about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, programs and other important school news through our PTSA e-blasts. Signing up is the best way to make sure you never miss an update!

Sign up today: https://tinyurl.com/2yhfax5b