Communications

Communications

The Office of Communications provides information and resources regarding Arkansas Department of Education operations, events, and programs. The office uses multiple tools, listed below, to inform the public. The office also serves as the first point of contact for the news media.

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For more information, please contact:
Kimberly Mundell, Director of Communications
 Arkansas Department of Education
Division of Elementary and Secondary Education
Office of Communications
Four Capitol Mall, Room 305-A
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: 501-683-4788
Email: Kimberly.Mundell@ade.arkansas.gov

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Media Advisory - Arkansas Council for Military Children Meeting

Publish date: 9/25/2025
Posted by: Communications

The Arkansas Council for Military Children will meet October 2 at 10 a.m. at the Pottsville High School Library, 500 Apache Dr., Pottsville.
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Media Advisory - Arkansas Council for Military Children Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

Publish date: 9/22/2025
Posted by: Communications

The Arkansas Council for Military Children Strategic Planning Committee will meet virtually September 29 at 1 p.m.
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Arkansas Updates School Readiness Assistance Rates and Copays to Support Working Families

Publish date: 9/19/2025
Posted by: Communications

The Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) today announced updates to the School Readiness Assistance (SRA) and copayment structure, effective October 1, 2025, to prioritize access for working families and manage program demand responsibly.
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Arkansas Releases 2024-2025 School Letter Grades

Publish date: 9/19/2025
Posted by: Communications

The Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) today released the official 2024-2025 school letter grades, marking the first year of full implementation under Arkansas’ updated accountability formula.
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Media Advisory - (UPDATED) Charter Authorizing Panel Meeting

Publish date: 9/12/2025
Posted by: Communications

The Charter Authorizing Panel will meet on September 19 at 9 a.m. in the DESE Auditorium. The Charter Authorizing Panel meeting on September 18 has been canceled.
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