👏 Big shoutout to Mehikye Harris from Little Rock Central High School for serving as a Page for Representative Ashley Hudson this past week! Along with this incredible opportunity, Mehikye is also a dedicated member of the LRSD Superintendent's Student Leadership Group. Congratulations, Mehikye—your leadership shines bright! 🌟
****LRSD Board Meeting/Public Comment, Thurs., Feb. 27, 5:30 PM; 810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com
Calling all gardeners! What’s growing on? It’s time to get our gardens ready. There will be a Gardening: Beyond the Basics parent and family workshop Thursday, March 6th at 5:30pm in the library. Our presenter will be Derek Reed with the Pulaski County Horticulture. If you’re also interested in a seed swap, use this link. http://bit.ly/4imMn9V
9th Grade Spirit Team and Varsity Cheer
Mandatory parent Meeting March 3, 2025, LRCH Media Center.
For tryouts, you must have current physcial and a parent concent form and a completed packet must be turned in to Ms. Deloney by March 31, 2025.
3/31 -4:30 - 7:30
4/1 - 4:30 - 7:30
4/2 - 4:30 - 7:30 (MOCK)
4/3 - 4:30 --TRYOUTS
TRYOUTS WILL BE HELD April 3 starting at 4:30.
Questions may be directed to Ms. Deloney at 447-1558.
Due to some remaining icy conditions on secondary bus routes - NO School Fri., Feb. 21st; but Cent. Off. Staff should report on a 2-hour delay. Mon., Feb. 24, classes will NOW be IN SESSION instead of PD to support student learning in light of back-to-back closures. Thank you!
Due to inclement weather, LRSD Schools/Offices remain closed Thurs., Feb. 20, 2025. Athletic activities also canceled. An announcement will be shared tomorrow about the status of schools Friday. Employees, please monitor emails for updates from HR. Thanks! Stay safe and warm!
Due to inclement weather, LRSD Schools/Offices will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. An announcement will be shared tomorrow about the status of schools Thursday. Employees, please monitor emails for updates from HR. Thanks! Stay safe and warm!
LRSD schools/offices to dismiss/close early Tues., Feb 18th, due to impending inclement weather: Elem. - 11:30AM; Secondary - 12:30PM; & offices close at 1PM. Afterschool activities/athletic events also canceled Tues. Please monitor messages from LRSD for the latest should changes in weather conditions require LRSD to modify plans. Thank you.
🎶 Congratulations to the Little Rock Central High Choir members selected for the 2025 Arkansas All-State Choirs! Out of 28 students who auditioned, 18 earned a spot, with 17 scoring 20/26 or higher in sight-reading— including nine perfect scores! 👏🎵 These talented vocalists, led by director Christy Fudge, will showcase their skills at the All-State Clinics and Concerts on February 20-22 in Hot Springs. Way to go, Tigers! 🐅🎤
🎉 Join us in congratulating Yolanda Shelton from Forest Heights STEM Academy and Erica Moore from Little Rock Central High School for being named Arkansas School Counselor: Central Arkansas Counselors of the Year in their respective categories! Their dedication to supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally makes a lasting impact, and we are proud to have them in LRSD.
Good morning! LRSD is monitoring the forecast for our area in consultation with the National Weather Service, the District's Safety and Security team, and neighboring districts. An announcement will be made about the status of schools for Tuesday by early afternoon today.
The Central High Guidance Department will be presenting our Spring College Presentation for our current juniors to get a jump start on the college process this fall. Our guidance team will conduct a brief presentation on the entire college admission process, financial aid/scholarships, and all post-secondary opportunities. This is a great opportunity for rising seniors and their parents to get all their questions answered prior to fall. The presentation will be in the Media Center on Monday, February 17th beginning at 5pm.
LRSD Special Board Mtg/Pub.Comment & Work Session, Thurs., Feb. 13, 5:30 PM; Both meetings at 810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com
The Central High Guidance Department will be presenting our Spring College Presentation for our current juniors to get a jump start on the college process this fall. Our guidance team will conduct a brief presentation on the entire college admission process, financial aid/scholarships, and all post-secondary opportunities. This is a great opportunity for rising seniors and their parents to get all their questions answered prior to fall. The presentation will be in the Media Center on Monday, February 17th beginning at 5pm.
🔬 Central High School’s STEM Fair showcased several innovative student projects today, making it one of the largest yet! From AI-driven cancer research to optimizing skyscraper design, students tackled cutting-edge topics with creativity and skill. Many of these young scientists will go on to compete at regional and international levels. 📸 Check out all the photos from the event here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjC1EP1.
National Signing Day was a proud moment for student-athletes across LRSD. Little Rock Central High School had nine football players sign their letters of intent, while Little Rock Southwest High School celebrated three signees. Family, friends, and coaches gathered to cheer them on as they took the next step in their athletic and academic journeys. See all the photos from the special day here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjC1xfi.
Little Rock Central High School’s Jason McCann kicked off The American Student art show at Thea Foundation. Guests enjoyed an evening of art, conversation, and refreshments from Heritage Catering. The exhibition, sponsored by Delta Dental of Arkansas, highlights McCann’s unique perspective and talent. Those who missed the opening can still visit the gallery during the Argenta Third Friday Art Walk on February 21 or during regular gallery hours, Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Congratulations to Mr. Colton Gilbert of Little Rock Central High School for being named the 216th Gold Key Coach of the Barkley Forum Gold Key Society at Emory University! 🎉 This prestigious honor, established in 1964, recognizes outstanding high school debate coaches nationwide. Mr. Gilbert's induction marks only the second time in Arkansas's 90-year speech and debate history that a coach has received this distinction. 🏆
Little Rock Central High School's Chinese Program & Chinese Club celebrated the Chinese New Year in style! 🎊 Students enjoyed calligraphy, paper cuttings, and fun activities to ring in the Year of the Snake. 🐍 The celebrations continued with a lively party full of festive food and games. Wishing everyone a prosperous Year of the Snake! 🐍🎉
The Central High Guidance Department will be presenting our Spring College Presentation for our current juniors to get a jump start on the college process this fall. Our guidance team will conduct a brief presentation on the entire college admission process, financial aid/scholarships, and all post-secondary opportunities. This is a great opportunity for rising seniors and their parents to get all their questions answered prior to fall. The presentation will be in the Media Center on Monday, February 17th beginning at 5pm.
