Our Vision
The Arkansas Department of Education is transforming Arkansas to lead the nation in student-focused education.
LITERACY •
EMPOWERMENT •
ACCOUNTABILITY •
READINESS •
NETWORKING •
SCHOOL SAFETY
On March 8, 2023, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed Act 237, known as the Arkansas LEARNS Act, into law. The Arkansas LEARNS Act is bold and comprehensive and will transform education in Arkansas.
For more details, check out the LEARNS website!
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.
Good Morning!
Today is Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Latest News
Publish date: 3/10/2026
Posted by: Communications
Posted by: Communications
The Arkansas Department of Education is pleased to announce that the application cycle for year four of the Education Freedom Account (EFA) program is now open. This is the second year of universal eligibility for the program.
Publish date: 3/10/2026
Posted by: Communications
Posted by: Communications
The State Board of Education will visit North Little Rock School District March 12 at 8:30 a.m. They will then hold a regular meeting at 10:30 a.m. in the ADE Auditorium. Following the regular meeting, there will be a special meeting in the ADE Auditorium.
Publish date: 3/3/2026
Posted by: Communications
Posted by: Communications
ADE Division of Career and Technical Education is joining the Arkansas Technology Student Organization as they host their State Conference on Tuesday, March 4, 2026. Students interested in pursuing careers in technology or engineering will have the opportunity to compete in over 50 competitions, including Debate, Coding, Board Game Design, Music Production, and more.
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Highlighted Links
ADE Data Center
The ADE Data Center is a collection of data systems, data tools and informational reports for educators, policy makers, teachers, parents, school districts, and anyone interested in official data from the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE).
APSCN Web Portal
The APSCN website is a one-stop portal for eSchoolPlus, eFinancePLUS, Cognos and SIS resources and training materials.
CARES Act
The CARES Act - Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 is intended to help States and LEAs safely operate schools, measure and effectively address learning needs, and take other actions to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the students and families who depend on our public schools.
ESSA - Every Student Succeeds Act
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) is a US law passed in December 2015 that governs the United States K–12 public education policy.
LEA Insights
Insights is agency’s one-stop analytics tool. Insights promotes data literacy and data storytelling. Additionally, the Insights tool builds data equity and data culture across the agency.
Licensure & Certification
Find critical information about renewing Arkansas educator licenses, adding areas of licensure, licensing by reciprocity from other states, background checks and more.
My School Info
My School Info allows the public to search and compare public schools and districts from across the State of Arkansas.
School Choice
To apply for a school choice transfer under the Public School Choice Act of 2015 or the Opportunity School Choice Act, please use the above School Choice link.
Statewide Community Resources Portal
Community Resources Portal, a website that connects schools and communities with much needed information about available support services around the state.
