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I am a licensed K-12 guidance counselor with teaching and counseling certification in Arkansas, Texas, and Illinois. I have been an educator for over 30 years with experience in all three states, have taught grades 5-12, and have been a guidance counselor for grades 8-12.

Arkansas families with Class of 2027 seniors: Mark your calendar!
10/01/2026

Arkansas families with Class of 2027 seniors: Mark your calendar!

Arkansas high school seniors and families! Join us for the Virtual Financial Aid Night on October 8 to learn about state and federal aid, scholarships, and college payment tips. Register for this session at https://forms.gle/U5488zKt8nD4XXcF9. Don’t miss out!

09/29/2026

The FAFSA is OPEN!

If you’re planning to go to college next year, now’s the time to get started on your financial aid journey. 💰

Filling out the FAFSA can help you find out what federal, state, and college-based financial aid you may qualify for—including grants, scholarships, work-study, and student loans.

✅ Submit your FAFSA early
✅ Explore your financial aid options
✅ Take the next step toward making college more affordable

Don’t wait until college application season is in full swing. Get started with the FAFSA today!

09/29/2026

🎓 Spring 2027 Scholarship Opportunity

LNKTXK has partnered with Ledwell Machinery to offer Academic & Trade Scholarships to students continuing their education in Spring 2027.

Students enrolled for Spring 2027 at Texas A&M University-Texarkana, Texarkana College, or UAHT are eligible to apply.

📚 Deadline: December 4, 2026

👉 Apply here: https://forms.gle/JbPotwh4TGy823PY7

Know a student who should apply? Tag them below!

Attention Texas residents!
09/29/2026

Attention Texas residents!

Application closes October 9.
09/29/2026

Application closes October 9.

The Arkansas House of Representatives is currently accepting applications for temporary part-time positions with the Communications Office for the 2027 Regular Session. All staff positions in the House are non-partisan.

Duties primarily include assisting with the live stream of committee meetings. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Other duties could include assistance in writing website and social media content.

We are also seeking a highly motivated photography intern to help document the legislative session. All photography candidates must have a strong skill set with a portfolio demonstrating a keen understanding of lighting, moment, and composition. Candidates need to be proficient in Adobe Photoshop and other editing tools (Photo Mechanic, Lightroom, etc.) and have the willingness to learn proper archiving practices. Mirrorless gear will be provided. Photo interns will also be trained to assist with the live stream as needed.

This is an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience while observing public service and the legislative process in action.

The positions pay $18/hour. Students typically work 20 hours a week from mid-December to May (or the end of the session).

Work hours are scheduled around class schedules. However, applicants will need to be available from 9am-12pm at least two days a week (Mon-Thu). Background checks will be required.

To apply, send your resume by October 9 to [email protected]. If interested in the photography internship, please attach a portfolio with 10-20 images, including event, sport, portraiture, or photojournalism.

06/22/2026

Volunteers Needed - We Could Really Use a Hand!
Our Kidtastic Fishing Derby is approaching very quickly, and we had hoped we could manage things behind the scenes without having to make this post.
Over the years, we've grown this derby into an event that hundreds of children and families enjoy completely free of charge. It's something we're incredibly proud of, but it takes a tremendous amount of effort and volunteer labour to make it happen. That's why we're reaching out today.
We could really use some extra hands for setup at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Bobby Ferguson Park at the Lakeside Pavilion.
Whether you can spare an hour or stay for the morning, your help would make a huge difference and help ensure another successful day for the kids.
If you've ever enjoyed seeing the smiles, the excitement, and the memories this event creates, we hope you'll consider answering this call for help for hosting an activity. Community events are only possible when communities come together.
Thank you for your support-we truly couldn't do it without you.

Arkansas high school students: contact Brad Bailey or Opportunities Inc to volunteer this summer. Contact your high scho...
06/13/2026

Arkansas high school students: contact Brad Bailey or Opportunities Inc to volunteer this summer. Contact your high school counselor about how to submit appropriate documentation toward the Arkansas graduation requirement of 75+ community service learning hours.

Opportunities, Inc. is a proud member of the National Community Action Partnership, which is the national hub that links the nation's 1,000+ local Community Action Agencies and State associations to each other and to leaders looking for solutions that connect families to greater opportunity.

Arkansas students over age 14: consider volunteering this summer to earn some of the 75+ required community service hour...
06/13/2026

Arkansas students over age 14: consider volunteering this summer to earn some of the 75+ required community service hours needed to graduate. Contact your high school counselor about how to submit appropriate documentation.

We are always looking for others in our community who would like to help support our mission. Volunteer and Foster applications are available on our website. 🐾🐕🐾🐈💕

https://texarkanaanimalleague.rescuegroups.org/

06/10/2026

Attention, students! We've discovered system communication errors that may have resulted in incorrect probation statuses. If you're affected, please feel free to upload your unofficial transcript to your SAMS account for review. Otherwise, we’re actively working on a comprehensive solution with our institutions. Thank you for your understanding!

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