
🎓 John Baylor, CEO of On To College, visited Central, Southwest, and Parkview High School students this week! Thanks to a grant from the AR Dept. of Ed., LRSD students have access to ACT prep resources to boost scores, earn scholarships, and achieve their college dreams. 💡 LRSD high school students, don’t miss out! Connect with your school counselors to learn more about this amazing opportunity available to ALL students in the district.


Attn LRSD Families: Please be advised that all LRSD schools will be open tomorrow (Tues., Jan 14). Thank you for your patience & understanding as we worked to prioritize the safety and well-being of our students, staff, & community. Your support is appreciated. See you tomorrow!


Important Update:
Due to icy conditions in many neighborhoods and on secondary roads, LRSD schools will remain closed tomorrow (Mon. Jan 13). All 12-month employees, school admin. & custodians should report to work at your regularly scheduled time. Thank you & stay safe.


Important Update: LRSD is assessing building/road conditions today and will determine status of opening the District/schools tomorrow no later than 5 PM today. We will notify you via call, text, social media, website, App & news media partners. Thanks & stay safe.


Good morning, LRSD families,
Out of an abundance of caution and after consultation with surrounding districts, LRSD’s Safety and Security team, First Student Transportation, and the National Weather Service, LRSD will close schools and offices on Thursday and Friday, January 9-10, 2025, due to anticipated inclement weather. Forecasters predict significant freezing/snow conditions moving into our area starting tomorrow. All athletic events are also canceled. In making weather-related decisions, LRSD prioritizes the safety of students and staff.
LRSD staff, please monitor your emails for additional instructions from our Human Resources Department.
As a reminder, LRSD will keep staff and families updated through our App, social media platforms, website, LRSD TV, and our traditional media partners. Stakeholders are encouraged to download the free LRSD App so they never miss a message from the district.
Thank you, and stay safe!


Last week, Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright held engaging discussions with students at Hall-West, Little Rock Southwest, and Parkview and Central High Schools about cell phone usage in schools. Students shared valuable insights on how cell phones impact their academics and activities. These conversations are helping shape the district’s approach to creating a positive learning environment.


2024-25 Fall Semester Exam Schedule



Join us: Optimizing LRSD 2.0 "Recommendations" Community Informational Meetings- Wed. Dec. 11, 2024, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Washington Elementary, 2700 S. Main St., and Wed., Dec. 18, 2024, 6:30-8:00 PM at McDermott Elementary, 1200 Reservoir Rd. Childcare, refreshments, and Spanish interpretation will be provided.


Ripley Holiday Showcase LRSD
Event Dates December 12th, 13th, 14th
All Games Will Be Held At Gryphon Arena
Little Rock Suthwest High School Thursday @ 4:30PM
Come Cheer Us On To Victory!


The Southwest High School Holiday Soiree' IV
Thursday, December 12th
Free Entry
Show begins 6pm sharp
Gryphon Auditorium


****LRSD Special Board Meeting/Public Comment & Work Session, Thursday., Dec. 5, 5:30 PM
810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com


🎉 The wait is over — Open Enrollment starts TODAY! Now's your chance to join the Little Rock School District family and explore our incredible magnet and specialty school programs. Whether you're dreaming big in robotics, performing on stage, or excelling in academics, LRSD has a place for YOU! 📢 Reminder: This is for new students or those interested in magnet/specialty schools. Current students staying in their attendance zone schools will automatically roll up. 🔗 Apply now and start your journey with LRSD: https://www.lrsd.org/o/lrsd/page/student-registration.


LR Southwest High School Parent & Family Engagement
ESOL Family Community Resource Fair
Tuesday December 10th
5-7PM
LR Southwest High School Cafeteria
9715 Mabelvale Pike



****LRSD Special Board Meeting/Public Comment/Work Session & Emp Hearing, Thurs., Nov. 7th, Starting at 5:30PM
810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com

Congratulations to Omarai Williams and Jonathan Worrell from Little Rock Southwest High School for being honored by the 2024 College Board National Recognition Program! Omari received the National First Generation Award, and Jonathan earned the National African American Award. Proud of these students!


LR Southwest High School
Renny Team Presents
Trunk or Treat
October 31sy
6pm-8pm



🎉 LRSD's Mid. & High School Recruitment Fair continues. Students have been exploring incredible programs and opportunities across our schools.
👪 Parents & Families: Now it's your turn, TONIGHT! Come check out options for your students & win prizes, 5-7PM, LR Southwest, 9715 Mabelvale Pike. More here: https://5il.co/2ztkg


Afterschool Credit Recovery
Monday-Thursday
4pm-6pm



Big shoutout to Little Rock Southwest High School's S3 Marching Band for earning their first superior ratings at the AR Region 1 Marching Assessment! 🎶 These students consistently rise to the occasion, and their hard work has paid off! 🎺 Also, don’t miss the chance to support the Supersonic Storm of Southwest as they gear up for their 3rd Annual KranksGiving Battle of the Bands! 🥁


Congratulations AAPI Scholarship WInners:
Jolea Harris
Cohen Huges
Mya Dukes
Jalen Waits
Allison Belin
Egypt Burton
