Our Vision

The Arkansas Department of Education is transforming Arkansas to lead the nation in student-focused education.

 Our Mission

The Arkansas Department of Education provides leadership, support, and service to schools, districts, and communities so every student graduates prepared for college, career, and community engagement.

 Our Goals

1
PREPARED GRADUATES
Each student will meet or exceed milestones along pathways to graduate prepared for college, career, and community engagement.
2
STUDENT GROWTH
Each student will meet or exceed his/her individual growth annually.
3
PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
Each student will develop and apply personal competencies that promote learning and success in life.
4
STUDENT SUCCESS
Each student will be actively engaged in college, career preparation, military service, and/or competitive employment one year after graduation.
5
CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Arkansas Department of Education will build the capacity of each team member to provide efficient and effective customer service that benefits students, respects taxpayers, and serves all stakeholders.

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Publish date: 3/22/2023
The Arkansas Department of Education is pleased to announce the 17 student teams advancing to the Seventh Annual All-State Coding Competition in April at the University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, AR.
Publish date: 3/2/2023
The Arkansas Council for Military Children will meet at 10 a.m. March 9, 2023, at the Pea Ridge School District Administration Building, 979 Weston St., Pea Ridge, AR 72751. There is also a virtual viewing option for this meeting.
Publish date: 3/2/2023
The State Board of Education will meet at 9 a.m. on March 9, 2023, in the DESE Auditorium. This will be a one-day onsite meeting with a virtual option for presenters. Individuals critical to the logistical operations of the meeting will be physically present with limited availability for the public. Individuals are encouraged to watch via live stream. There will be limited access to the public to view via live stream in designated areas within the building.

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