Calico Rock School Named National Beta School of Merit
Calico Rock, AR
July 24, 2024
Calico Rock Public School is proud to announce that Calico Rock School is a 2023-2024 National Beta School of Merit. The school earned this recognition by offering National Beta to all eligible grades on their campus.
The National Beta School of Merit award is given to honor a club's dedication and commitment to academic excellence. To achieve this prestigious honor, a school must include members from all eligible grade levels in their Beta club. This year, 49% of Beta Clubs across the country received this award.
In a congratulatory letter to the school, Bobby Hart, CEO said "Thank you for your continued support of National Beta and commitment to developing future leaders!"
[Insert quote from Beta sponsor and/or school principal celebrating the club's success and highlighting the importance of National Beta within your school]
About National Beta With more than 500,000 active members and 9,000 chapters nationally and internationally, National Beta has become the nation's largest independent, non-profit, educational youth organization. National Beta recognizes outstanding achievement, promotes character and social responsibility, encourages service involvement to school and community, and fosters leadership skills. National Elementary Beta includes grades 4-5, National Junior Beta includes grades 4-8 and National Senior Beta includes grades 9-12. The National Beta program offers over $300,000 annually to its Senior Beta Members. Visit betaclub.org for more information.
PROVISION 2 NONBASE YEAR
PUBLIC RELEASE
SCHOOL YEAR 2024-2025
The Calico Rock School District is pleased to announce the district will participate in Provision 2 during the 2024-2025 school year providing meals, regardless of eligibility, at NO CHARGE for all students at the following Calico Rock Elementary and Calico Rock High School participating in the School Breakfast Program or National School Lunch Program. This is made possible through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Special Assistance Certification and Reimbursement Provision 2 Alternative. All adults, e.g., visitors, teachers, support staff members, and administrators of the district must assume the full cost of the meal which is $2.92 for Breakfast and $4.36 for Lunch.
In the operation of child feeding programs, no child will be discriminated against because of race, sex, color, national origin, age, or disability.
Non-Discrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly.
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 8778339.
To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gOv/sites/default/files/documents/USDA-OASCR%20P-Complaint-Form-0508-0002-508-ll-28- 17Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainants name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: mail:
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or fax:
(833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or email:
program.intake@usda.gov
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
We are excited that Coach Tanner Hoskinds will be hosting our PIRATE PEEWEE Camp in August! Get your kiddos signed up!
Please make note of your day to come plan your schedule for the upcoming year! Looking forward to seeing everyone back on campus!
There will be a called school board meeting tonight in the high school cafeteria at 6:00p.m. The meeting is for employment purposes. As always the public is welcome to attend.
New students to the district in grades 7-12 can register at the high school starting July 1 Monday-Thursday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Please bring your Social Security Cards and a copy of your Birth Certificate.
New students and those students entering 7th grade, need to fill out the following enrollment form:
Students who attend grades 7-12 last year will just need to have their parents sign their enrollment form at the high school or during Open House on August 13.
The Calico Rock School District Board of Directors is seeking applications for Superintendent of Schools for the 2024-2025 school year. The salary will be negotiated by the school board.
Applicants must have the following to be considered for an interview.
- Current Arkansas administrators license or able to obtain if candidate holds an out of state administrators license.
- At least 5 years' experience as a building administrator
The Calico School District Board of Directors is seeking applicants for Superintendent that will promote and fulfill our District's Mission.
Mission-The Mission of the Calico Rock School Board of Education is to provide the vision, the philosophy, the policy, and the environment, to nurture the students of our community toward their full potential as academically knowledgeable, ethically grounded, culturally enriched, responsible citizens.
Job Goal: The Superintendent, as the chief executive officer of the Board and the school system, shall be the administrative head of all departments in the District. The Superintendent shall be responsible to the Calico Rock Board of Education for administering the school system according to the mandates of the laws, Arkansas Department of Education, other agencies of jurisdiction, and policies governing school operations. While the Superintendent may delegate his duties when and where necessary and appropriate, he/she shall be responsible to the Board for the results of those duties delegated.
The Board is looking for a leader to do the following:
1) Implement the policies of the Board;
2) Be responsible for the planning and implementation of an educational program in accordance with State and Federal requirements and the needs of the District;
3) Report to the Board concerning the status of the educational program, personnel, and operations, and making recommendations for improving instruction, activities, services, and facilities;
4) Act as a liaison between the Board and school personnel;
5) Make recommendations to the Board concerning personnel employment, discipline, and termination;
6) Communicate the District's mission to staff, students, parents, and the community;
7) Be responsible for the development of short- and long-term goals for the District;
8) Prepare and present an annual budget for the District to the Board for its consideration;
9) Administer the District's budget and regularly reporting to the Board on the financial condition of the District;
10) Attend and participate in all meetings of the Board except when his employment is being considered;
11) Prepare, in consultation with the Board President, the agenda for all Board meetings;
12) Be responsible for the planning and implementation of an effective personnel evaluation system that is aligned with the goals of the District; and
13) Maintain a current knowledge of developments in curriculum and instruction, as well as pertinent legal changes, and advising the professional staff and Board of such information.
All applicants must be able to successfully complete DHS and Criminal Background check.
Closing Date: Position is open until filled.
Resumes can be sent to:
Chris Brandon <cbrandon_20@yahoo.com>
and/or Anita Nordrum <anordrum@calico.k12.ar.us>
For more information, contact: Anita Nordrum 870-297-3745
The Calico Rock School Board has accepted Superintendent Jerry Skidmore's retirement at a called meeting held on June 26, 2024. The Board extends thanks to Mr. Skidmore for his many years of service to the Calico Rock School District, and best wishes in his retirement.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services has partnered with the Arkansas Department of Education to provide summer
food benefits (S-EBT) to certain households. These benefits can help families buy food to provide meals for their children
during the summer and will be available on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card and can be used like SNAP benefits.
Each approved child will receive a one-time issuance of $120.00 for the summer of 2024. A S-EBT card will be issued for
each approved child.
Instructions for 2024 Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Application
Erika Watson_K-12 ART
Deshea McCain_Girls Basketball Coach
Hannia Hughlette_K-12 School Nurse, RN
Kitty Dockins_Elementary Teacher
Abbey Orf_Pre-K Director, Dyslexia/GT
Lisa Roderick_Preschool Lead Teacher