Little Rock School District public meetings in 2025
37 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session
The Little Rock School District Board of Education will discuss two major items at this work session: the proposed 2026-2027 student calendar and the FY27 budget development process. Both items are for discussion only, with no formal votes scheduled. The board will also receive the 2024-25 Annual Report, which is a state-mandated presentation.
- 2026-2027 Student Calendar proposed by administration and Personnel Policy Committee
- FY27 Budget Development Process discussion with revenue/expenditure review and timeline
- 2024-25 Annual Report presentation (state requirement)
- 2026-27 Staffing/Contract recommendations for discussion only
Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board will discuss applying for a district-run conversion charter for Hall High School for the 2026-27 school year. The board will also review the proposed budget of expenditures and tax levy for Fiscal Year 2028.
- Application for district-run conversion charter for Hall High School
- Proposed Budget of Expenditures with Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2028
- Recommendation to pause partnership with Academies of Central Arkansas Foundation
- Approval of community service-learning partners including Celebrate! Maya Project and Saint Mark Baptist Church
- Post-Issuance Compliance Policy Manual for bonds
Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session
The board is reviewing a proposal to convert Hall High School into a district-run conversion charter for the 2026-27 school year. Members are also discussing partnerships for career-themed academies and a new hydroponic farming initiative. Personnel updates include proposed changes to tuition reimbursement and staff stipends.
- Discussion of district-run conversion charter status for Hall High School
- Partnership options with Academies of Central Arkansas Foundation ranging from $0 to $209,405
- Hydroponic Farming Solution initiative with a consultant fee up to $15,000
- Proposed revisions to the Certified Staff Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Creation of a Principal in Residence position at Central High School
Special Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District board will convene a special meeting to open with public comment and then enter an executive session to discuss personnel appointments. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda beyond procedural items.
Board Meeting
The board will vote on several consent agenda items, including a new sliding fee scale for early childhood tuition and rate increases for infant and toddler programs. They will also consider approving high-impact tutoring grants totaling over $2.1 million and a partnership proposal with the Academies of Central Arkansas Foundation. Other items include personnel changes, purchasing reports, and community service learning partner approvals.
- Early Childhood Sliding Fee Scale and Infant/Toddler tuition increases: infant from $165 to $180/week, toddler from $155 to $175/week, phased in Jan and July 2026
- High-Impact Tutoring grants: $720,000 for 3rd grade literacy and $1,396,530 for middle school math
- Academies of Central Arkansas Foundation partnership proposal with options costing $57,925 to $209,405
- Approval of four new community service-learning partners: Compassion Center, Center for Healing Arts, Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center, Serenity Urban Wellness
- Personnel changes and purchasing reports over $50,000
Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session
The board will discuss a proposed sliding fee scale for the Early Childhood Program and tuition rate increases for the Infant and Toddler Program, with approval requested on October 30. Other items include a work session on the Abre data dashboard, an update on third-grade retention requirements, a partnership proposal with the Academies of Central Arkansas Foundation, and a districtwide AI strategy.
- Sliding fee scale for Early Childhood Program starting 2026–2027 for families above ABC income limits
- Infant tuition increase from $165/week to $180/week; toddler from $155/week to $175/week phased in Jan and Jul 2026
- Academies of Central Arkansas Foundation proposes $117,320 annual contract for FY 2025–26
- Abre dashboard work session for board members to review data on attendance, AP, ACT, PSAT, and more
- District AI strategy discussion with $300/month technical assistance and $3,300 for full-day PD
Special Board Meeting
The Board will consider a resolution to authorize the issuance and delivery of construction bonds. The meeting also includes a discussion on the 2026 6-Year Master Plan and Partnership Project Applications for the 2027/2029 biennium.
- Resolution to authorize construction bonds providing $75,447,844 for capital improvements
- Acceptance of bond bid submitted by BofA Securities, Inc
- Discussion of the 2026 6-Year Master Plan and 2027/2029 Partnership Project Applications
Board Meeting
The board will discuss and possibly vote on a plan to close Hall-West High School's traditional program after the 2025-26 school year due to low enrollment, rename it, and relocate other programs to the campus. The consent agenda includes approval of personnel changes, new community service-learning partners, an $80,000 contract with Seven Yellow Mornings, a FoodCorps agreement, purchasing reports, and property donations. Updates will be given on school grades, high-impact tutoring grants, and the novice teacher program.
- Recommendation to cease Hall-West traditional high school program after 2025-26 and rename school
- Proposed relocation of Hamilton Learning Academy ALE Program to Hall campus in 2026-27
- $80,000 contract with Seven Yellow Mornings for arts-integrated career course at Hamilton Learning Academy
- Approval of five new community service-learning partners including Central Arkansas Pride and Goodness Village
- RFP26-002 for contracted nurses with The Stepping Stone Group at $64/hour
Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session
The Little Rock School Board will hold a work session to discuss the potential phase-out of Hall-West High School of Innovation due to low 9th-grade enrollment. The board will also review the Fiscal Year 2026 budget projections and safety updates from the Little Rock Police Department.
- Proposed $80,000 contract with Seven Yellow Mornings for arts-integrated courses at Hamilton Learning Academy
- Discussion on whether to close Hall-West High School of Innovation by the end of the 2026-27 school year
- Fiscal Year 2026 budget work session
- LRPD update on pepper spray policies and student arrests
- $49,500 for Phase I consultant for the District Viability Community Engagement Project
Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board will discuss the future of Hall-West High School of Innovation due to low 9th-grade enrollment. The board will also consider a contract for arts electives and a lawsuit regarding social media adolescent addiction.
- Discussion on whether to phase out Hall-West High School of Innovation by the end of the 2026-27 school year
- Proposed $80,000 contract with Seven Yellow Mornings LLC for arts-related electives at Hamilton Learning Academy
- Renewal of the Civil Air Patrol MOU at Dr. Marian G. Lacey K–8 Academy
- Discussion on joining litigation regarding social media adolescent addiction
- Review of June 2025 Financial Report and purchasing reports for orders over $50,000
Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session
The Little Rock School District Board will discuss a proposed community engagement project to address declining enrollment and funding. The board will also review the Superintendent's 2025-26 evaluation framework and discuss potential litigation regarding social media adolescent addiction.
- Proposed $49,500.00 for a Phase I Consultant/Stratgeist for the District Viability Community Engagement Project
- Review of Superintendent's 2025-26 Evaluation Framework
- Discussion on joining litigation regarding social media adolescent addiction
Special Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board is meeting to discuss a special election for a tax levy and a new student cell phone policy. The board will also review personnel changes and the Superintendent's evaluation framework.
- Resolution to call a special election on November 18, 2025, for a tax rate to support the 2026-2027 budget
- Updated Student Personal Electronic Device Policy to align with Senate Bill 142
- Personnel changes regarding probationary status for teachers hired from other Arkansas districts
- Possible action on the 2025-26 Superintendent's Evaluation Framework
- Executive session regarding Superintendent's 2024-25 evaluation and 2025-28 contract changes
Board Meeting
The Little Rock School Board will discuss and select one of four draft zone maps to transition from a nine-member to a seven-member board, as required by Act 503 of 2025 because district enrollment has fallen below 20,000 students. The board will also vote on a proposed budget and tax levy for the 2026-2027 school year, approve a $287,141 contract for magnet-school labs and entryways using grant funds, and award a marketing contract to mhp.si worth up to $269,505.
- Selection of a new seven-member school board zone map from four draft options (Act 503 of 2025)
- Approval of proposed budget of expenditures and tax levy for 2026-2027, with a resolution appointing a qualified elector
- Contract with Inventionland for eSports lab at Mann ($96,659) and Maker Space at Carver-Washington ($128,405), plus entryways, totaling $287,141 from MSAP grant
- Award of marketing RFP to mhp.si: $19,505 for evaluation, up to $250,000 for post-evaluation work
- Approval of two new community service-learning partners: Connect Church and Get Loud Arkansas
Special Board Meeting
The Board is considering recommendations for a new seven-zone map required by Act 503 of 2025. Members will also vote on personnel changes, employment contracts for the 2025-2026 school year, and two technology service renewals.
- Proposed changes to draft school board zones prepared by Citygate GIS LLC (estimated $12,000 cost)
- Contract renewal for Imagine Learning (Edgenuity) at $339,000
- Contract renewal for SchoolMint registration platform at $174,000
- Approval of Round 5A employment recommendation contracts for 2025-2026
- Proposed policy to provide one additional year of probationary status for teachers hired from other Arkansas districts
Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session
The Little Rock School District Board will discuss and provide final feedback on a draft seven-zone map required by Act 503 of 2025, after the district fell below 20,000 students. The board will also consider approving a contract with marketing firm mhp.si for up to $219,505 and vote on an updated student cell phone policy banning devices all day starting in August 2025.
- Discussion and final recommendations on draft seven-zone school board map (Act 503 of 2025) with Citygate GIS LLC
- Marketing RFP award to mhp.si: $19,505 for evaluation, up to $200,000 for post-evaluation work
- Approval of updated Student Cell Phone Policy for 2025-26, banning personal electronic devices from first to last bell
- Board to determine final zone map and term lengths (4 or 6 years) under new state law
- State grant received for Yondr pouches to enforce cell phone ban
Board Meeting
The board will hear updates on Promise Academy's first year and a new elementary behavior program at Carver/Washington Magnet, plus vote on a consent agenda including personnel changes, purchasing reports, and policy revisions.
- Year 1 review of Promise Academy, a day-treatment program for students with behavioral needs
- Update on Wildcat Achievers Transition Program at Carver/Washington Magnet Elementary ($864,000)
- Approval of personnel changes and Round 5 employment contracts for 2025-2026
- Approval of purchasing reports for purchase orders over $50,000 and MBE/WBE spend
- Approval of revised certified personnel policies
Agenda Meeting/Board Work Session
The Little Rock School District Board will consider approving the annual AR APP federal program assurances, required before June 30th, covering Title I, II, III, IV, and IDEA funds. The board will also review and vote on proposed revisions to the Certified Personnel Policy, last updated in 2023, to align with current state laws and district guidance.
- Approval of AR APP federal program assurances (Title I-IV, IDEA) due by June 30
- Proposed revisions to Certified Personnel Policy, last updated in 2023
- Discussion of 2025-26 board meeting dates
Special Board Meeting
The LRSD Board will discuss and decide whether to create seven zone seats or a mix of zone and at-large seats for a reconfigured seven-member board, as required by Act 503 of 2025. The board will also vote on personnel changes, employment contracts for the 2025-2026 school year, and a time extension for policy committee work on classified board personnel policies.
- Act 503 of 2025 requires LRSD to reduce its board from nine to seven members; board must decide on zone-only or zone/at-large composition
- Personnel changes and Round 4A employment contracts for 2025-2026 school year up for approval
- Policy Review Committee seeks time extension to revise classified board personnel policies
Personnel Hearing
The Little Rock School District Board is holding a personnel hearing. The meeting includes a request for a background check waiver and an executive session.
- Background check waiver request for David Rollins
Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board will consider several contracts for academic and behavioral supports, including a new literacy program for K-2 students. The board will also review agreements for school-based dental and vision clinics and the renaming of a media center at Roberts Elementary.
- K-12 ELA and Math/STEM supplemental supports totaling $947,943.52
- City Year Little Rock MOU for four teams at $600,000
- Tendaji behavioral supports contract for $369,000
- Future Smiles Dental Clinic MOUs with $150,000 in Medicaid reimbursements and $45,000 for dental assistant services
- Renaming the Roberts Elementary Media Center after Misti Sims
Board Meeting
The board will discuss Act 503 of 2025, which mandates a new school board election and a reduction from nine to five or seven members because LRSD's enrollment has fallen below 20,000 students. Members will also consider whether to add teacher and student advisory representatives this year or wait until after the election. Several contracts and MOUs for health clinics, City Year, and Tendaji services are presented for discussion, with action scheduled for May 15.
- Act 503 of 2025 requires a new board election and a five- or seven-member board due to enrollment below 20,000.
- Discussion on adding teacher and/or student ex officio advisory representatives to the board.
- K-12 supplemental academic programs update, including new Magpie pilot for K-2 with $842,698.52 in Title funds and $105,245 in operating funds.
- Future Smiles Dental Clinic MOU renewal; clinic provided 1,301 visits to 1,248 students in 2023-24.
- City Year Little Rock contract for 2025-26 at $600,000 for four teams, scaled down from prior years.
Special Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District board will consider implementing a fee scale for the Early Childhood summer program. The board is also reviewing employment contracts and personnel changes for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Proposed $1,096 flat rate for families above the poverty level to attend 8-week Pre-K Summer School
- Approval of Round 3A employment recommendation contracts for 2025-2026
- Proposed policy to provide one additional year of probationary status for teachers hired from other Arkansas districts
- Proposed 'Interim Teacher' designation for staff hired after the first student contact day
Board Meeting
The board is meeting to continue the session from April 24, 2025. The agenda consists of procedural items, committee reports, and general categories for district business.
- Personnel changes
- Purchasing reports
- Board minutes approval
- Certified and Classified PPC reports
Personnel Hearing
The Little Rock Civil Service Commission is holding a personnel hearing regarding the termination of Byron Glass. The meeting will also include an executive session before adjourning.
- Personnel hearing - termination hearing for Byron Glass
Board Meeting
The board will review several items including personnel changes for the 2025-26 school year and health textbook adoptions. Discussion includes a chiller replacement at Pinnacle View Middle School and financing for eight new school buses.
- Health textbook adoption for grades 6-12 with Goodheart-Wilcox ($294,414.00)
- Chiller replacement contract for Pinnacle View Middle School with Middleton Inc. ($1,505,742)
- Lease purchase agreement for eight new school buses with U.S. Bancorp Government Leasing and Financing, Inc. ($176,477.02)
- Community Service-Learning partner applications for Brandon House, Dunbar Garden, Friends of Oakland and Fraternal Historic Cemetery, and The Village Place
- Approval of February and March 2025 financial reports
Personnel Hearing
The Little Rock School District Board will hold a termination hearing for Frederick Lovett. The board will also meet in executive session and hear board comments before adjourning.
- Termination hearing for Frederick Lovett
- Executive session
- Board comments
Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board will consider approving a flat-rate fee of $1,096 for over-income families to enroll their children in an 8-week Pre-K summer program, and vote on adopting new health textbooks for grades 6-12 at a cost of $294,414. The board will also discuss issuing an RFP for marketing/communications services and adding student or teacher advisory representation to the board.
- Proposed $1,096 flat fee for over-income Pre-K summer school (8 weeks)
- Adoption of Goodheart-Wilcox health textbooks for grades 6-12 ($294,414)
- Discussion on issuing an RFP for marketing, branding, and communications services
- Discussion on adding student and/or teacher ex-officio advisory seats to the board
- Discussion on procedures for grievance appeals related to non-renewals
Personnel Hearing
The Little Rock Personnel Board will hold a hearing on the termination of Alante Carter. The board may also enter executive session. The meeting will then adjourn.
- Personnel hearing: Alante Carter - Termination
- Possible executive session
Special Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board will consider a proposal to replace Performance Matters with Abre for assessment and data analytics. The board will also review a resolution regarding employee compensation for inclement weather closures and personnel recommendations for the 2025-26 school year.
- Proposed annual contract with Abre for $236,550.00
- Proposed cancellation of Performance Matters contract (currently $155,000.00 annually)
- Joint resolution to compensate employees for school closures due to inclement weather
- Round 2A Personnel Recommendations for the 2025-26 school year
Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board will consider approving Guaranteed Maximum Price proposals for two major capital projects: $4,985,704 for Central High School baseball field and stadium upgrades, and $6,798,057 for Parkview High School auditorium renovations. The board will also discuss replacing the Performance Matters assessment contract with Abre at $236,550 annually, and vote on declaring the former Meadowcliff Elementary site at 25 Sheraton Drive as excess property for sale. Consent items include personnel changes, employment contracts for 2025-2026, and acceptance of property donations.
- Central High School baseball field & stadium upgrades GMP for $4,985,704
- Parkview High School auditorium renovations GMP for $6,798,057
- Proposed Abre partnership replacing Performance Matters at $236,550/year
- Declaring former Meadowcliff Elementary (25 Sheraton Drive) as excess property for sale
- First reading of draft policy revisions on public comments (Board Policies 1.25 and 1.1)
Board Meeting
The Board will receive updates on the restructuring of alternative learning programs and the consolidation of Carver, Washington, and Brady elementary schools. The meeting includes a safety and security department report and a discussion on improving employee hearing processes.
- Alternative Learning Education Restructuring Plan for 2025-26
- Transition updates for Carver-Washington and Brady-McDermott school consolidations
- Safety and Security Department update on infrastructure and protocols
- Discussion on revising personnel hearing processes and guidelines
Board Meeting
The Board will discuss a draft plan to reduce the FY26 general operating budget by $15 million due to declining enrollment. The meeting includes action items to sell surplus real property and approve new community service partners for students.
- Proposed sale of 6300 Hinkson Road (former Cloverdale Middle School) to a charter school
- Proposed sale of real property at Lawson Cutoff and David O Dodd Road
- Discussion of Abre partnership proposal at $236,550 annually to replace Performance Matters
- Approval of community service partners: ARAAP, Arkansas Hard at Work Kids, Arkansas Travelers Youth Foundation, and The Village Place
- Partnership with Teach for America SPARK Fellowship with an eventual cost of $6,000 per employee for two years
Board Meeting
The Board will discuss a proposal to transition eligible teachers to multi-year contracts to increase stability. The meeting includes updates on student academic performance and a proposal for a teacher licensure partnership. The Board is also expected to appoint a Disbursing Officer.
- Proposal to allow principals to extend one-year teacher contracts to two-year contracts based on performance, effectiveness, and attendance
- Proposed Teach for America SPARK Fellowship partnership costing $6,000 per employee for two years
- Resolution to appoint Director Evelyn Callaway as the Board's Disbursing Officer
- Mid-year report on Ignite Reading virtual tutoring for 350 students across 10 school sites
- Presentation of ATLAS interim results for ELA, Math, and Science
Special Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board will consider approving personnel changes to staff allocated positions. The recommendation includes adding one year of probationary status for certain new teachers, as allowed by state law. Teachers hired after the first student contact day would be designated as interim teachers.
- Vote on personnel changes to fill allocated positions
- Recommendation to add one year of probationary status for teachers with three years experience in another Arkansas district
- Teachers hired after first student contact day to be designated as interim teachers
Personnel Hearing
The Little Rock District Personnel Hearing Board will hold a termination hearing for Officer Don Allen. The board will also meet in executive session and hear board comments before adjourning.
- Termination hearing for Officer Don Allen
- Executive session
Board Meeting
The Little Rock School District Board will consider adopting a new strategic plan framework and the 2025-26 Staffing Formula Manual. The board will also review a proposal for board development and coaching and select a new district vision, mission, and core values.
- Approval of community service-learning partners: Arkansas Civic Action Network, Each One Teach One, and Rose Creek Initiative
- Board development and coaching proposal from Council of the Great City Schools not to exceed $60,000
- Approval of the 2025-26 Staffing Formula Manual for school-level position allocations
- Resolution for electronic bid posting via IONWAVE
- Updated MOU with UA Little Rock's Initiative for Leadership, Empowerment, and Asset Development (iLEAD)
Board Meeting
The Little Rock School Board will discuss updating the district's 20-year-old vision and mission statements, review a draft strategic plan, and begin planning the FY26 budget, which may include personnel reductions. The board will also consider moving the May 22 board meeting to May 29 due to high school graduations and clarify the use of Robert's Rules of Order.
- Discussion on updating the district's vision, mission, and core values (20+ years old).
- FY26 budget planning workshop, including potential personnel and program reductions.
- Proposal to move the May 22, 2025 board meeting to May 29 due to graduation ceremonies.
- Clarifying Robert's Rules of Order vs. board policy on voting (majority vs. 2/3).
- Draft strategic plan and superintendent goals, with metrics pending state assessment data.