November 7, 2024 at 9:00 AM - State Board of Education

• Ark. Code Ann. §§ 6-15-1004, 6-17-309, 6-17-401, 6-17-418, 6-17-902, 6-17-908, 6-17-919
• Section 7 of DESE Rule Governing Educator Licensure, and
• Standard for Accreditation 4-D.1.

The Division recommends that the State Board of Education place KIPP Delta in Accredited-Probation status under the standards listed below:

Standards 2-F.1 All public school district personnel, teachers, and administrators must comply with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 20 U.S.C. § 1400 et seq., its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 300, Ark. Code Ann. § 6-41-101 et seq., the laws of the State of Arkansas and the rules of the Department. (D/P) (SOA).

Standard 2-F.2 Each public school district shall offer a full continuum of special education services as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 20 U.S.C. § 1400 et seq., its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 300, Ark. Code Ann. § 6-41-101 et seq., the laws of the State of Arkansas and the rules of the Department. (D/P) (SOA).

Pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act, Arkansas Code 25-15-201 et. seq., the following four (4) administrative rules are presented for approval to be released for public comment.

The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Rule Governing Grading and Course Credit is presented for approval to be released for public comment.

The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Rule Governing Distance and Digital Learning is presented for approval to be released for public comment.

The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Rule Governing the First Connections Program Under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act is presented for approval to be released for public comment.

The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Rule Governing Special Education (Section 18.00 -- Residential Facilities and Juvenile Detention Centers) is presented for approval to be released for public comment.

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Suspension of License for 1 year followed by a Probation of License for 2 years and assess a $500.00 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Real Talk About Classroom Management: 57 Best Practices That Work and Show You Believe in Your Students (Corwin Teaching Essentials) Second Edition Author: Serena Parker ISBN-10: 1071922556, ERC23007: Code of Ethics Part Four: Professional Responsibilities (1 Credit Hour), Title: The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence (208p) Author: Dacher Keltner ISBN 10: 0143110292, and Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours).  Require Educator to prepare written reflection on each training/book regarding how the educator will improve her interactions with students in the future. Quarterly reports from the educator’s supervisor regarding the educator’s progress on professional practices and interactions with students to include direct/formal evaluations, indirect/informal evaluations, and/or summative evaluation. (All costs paid by Educator Rodriguez)

Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. Violation of Standard 3. An educator honestly fulfills reporting obligations associated with professional practices. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Permanent Revocation of License and assess a $500.00 fine.

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Probation of License for 3 years and assess a $250.00 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours), Title: The 85% Solution: How Personal Accountability Guarantees Success -- No Nonsense, No Excuses (256p) Author: Linda Galindo ISBN 10: ISBN 13: 9780470500163, and Title: The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence (208p) Author: Dacher Keltner ISBN 10: 0143110292 ISBN 13: 978-0143110293. Require Educator to prepare written reflection on how each training/book will impact the educator’s interactions and communication with students in the future due to the PLSB for approval within 90 days of the State Board Order. Quarterly reports during the probationary period from the educator’s supervisor regarding how her interaction with students is progressing. (All costs paid by Educator Roberson)

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. Violation of Standard 7. An educator maintains the confidentiality of information about students and colleagues obtained in the course of the educator's professional services that is protected under state law or regulations, federal law or regulations, or the written policies of the educator's school district, unless disclosure serves a professional purpose as allowed or required by law or regulations. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Probation of License for 1 year and assess a $250.00 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours), ERC23009: Code of Ethics Part Six: Confidentiality (.5 Credit Hour), and Title: The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence (208p) Author: Dacher Keltner ISBN 10: 0143110292. Require Educator to prepare written reflection on each training/book regarding how the educator will improve her interactions with students in the future. Quarterly reports while on probation from the educator’s supervisor regarding how her interactions and communication with students is progressing. (All costs paid by Educator Pickering)

Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. Violation of Standard 7. An educator maintains the confidentiality of information about students and colleagues obtained in the course of the educator's professional services that is protected under state law or regulations, federal law or regulations, or the written policies of the educator's school district, unless disclosure serves a professional purpose as allowed or required by law or regulations. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Probation of License for 3 years and assess a $250.00 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours), ERC23007: Code of Ethics Part Four: Professional Responsibilities (1 Credit Hour), ERC20010 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (Credit Hours .5), ERC23009: Code of Ethics Part Six: Confidentiality (.5 Credit Hour), and Title: The 85% Solution: How Personal Accountability Guarantees Success -- No Nonsense, No Excuses (256p) Author: Linda Galindo ISBN 10: ISBN 13: 9780470500163. Require Educator to prepare written reflection on each training/book regarding how the educator will improve her professional practices in the future. Quarterly reports while on probation from the educator’s supervisor regarding how her professional practices are progressing. (All costs paid by Educator Lehman)

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Probation of License for 1 year and assess a $250.00 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours), Title: I Notice: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transform Student Potential Through Building Intentional Relationships Author: Claire E. Hallinan ISBN-10: 1733035613, and SPC23017 All In: Everyone's Unique, Everyone Belongs - Special Education Inclusive Practices (1.5 Credit Hours). Require Educator to prepare a written reflection on each training/book regarding how the educator will improve his interactions with students in the future. Quarterly reports while on probation from the educator’s supervisor regarding how her interactions and communication with students is progressing. (All costs paid by Educator Livingston)

Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. Violation of Standard 6.  An educator keeps in confidence secure standardized test materials and results and maintains integrity regarding test administration procedures. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Probation of License for 2 years and assess a $250.00 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours), Real Talk About Classroom Management: 57 Best Practices That Work and Show You Believe in Your Students (Corwin Teaching Essentials) Second Edition Author: Serena Parker ISBN-10: 1071922556, Title: The 85% Solution: How Personal Accountability Guarantees Success -- No Nonsense, No Excuses (256p) Author: Linda Galindo ISBN 10: ISBN 13: 9780470500163, and Title: The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence (208p) Author: Dacher Keltner ISBN 10: 0143110292. Require Educator to prepare a written reflection on each training/book regarding how the educator will improve his interactions with students in the future. (All costs paid by Educator Moix)

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. Violation of Standard 8. An educator, while on school premises or at school-sponsored activities involving students, refrains from: a) using, possessing and/or being under the influence of alcohol or unauthorized drugs/substances, and/or possessing items prohibited by law, or b) possessing or using tobacco or tobacco-related products, e-cigarettes, e-liquid, or vapor products, or c) abusing/misusing prescription medications or other authorized substances as evidenced by impairment. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Suspension of License for 6 months followed by a Probation of License for 2 years and assess a $400.00 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Title: The 85% Solution: How Personal Accountability Guarantees Success -- No Nonsense, No Excuses (256p) Author: Linda Galindo ISBN 10: ISBN 13: 9780470500163 and Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours).  Require Educator to prepare a written reflection on each training/book regarding how the educator will improve her interactions with students in the future. A letter stating the educator is fit for the classroom submitted by a licensed healthcare professional 30 days prior to the end of suspension for suspension removal. Quarterly updates from the educator’s treatment provider or licensed counselor of the educator’s recovery throughout the suspension and probation. (All costs paid by Educator Cantrell)

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Suspension of License for 1 year followed by a Probation of License for 2 years and assess a $500.00 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours), Title: I Notice: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transform Student Potential Through Building Intentional Relationships; Author: Claire E. Hallinan; ISBN-10: 1733035613; ISBN-13: 978-1733035613, and ArkansasIDEAS Training: LAG17029 Success Favors Well-Prepared Adults: Unpacking your Personality Package (1 Credit Hour). Require Educator to prepare written reflection on each training/book regarding how the educator will improve his interactions with students in the future. Anger Management course (as evidenced by completion certificate). Quarterly reports while on probation from the educator’s supervisor regarding how his interactions and communication with students is progressing. (All costs paid by Educator Poe)

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Level III Public Notification of Ethics Violation for 3 years followed by a Level II Public Notification of Ethics Violation for 2 years and assess a $500 fine. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Code of Ethics Training Provided by the PLSB (1.5 Hours), Title: The 85% Solution: How Personal Accountability Guarantees Success -- No Nonsense, No Excuses (256p) Author: Linda Galindo ISBN 10:ISBN 13: 9780470500163, ERC23006: Code of Ethics Part Three: Social Media (1 Credit Hour), Title: The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence (208p) Author: Dacher Keltner ISBN 10: 0143110292 ISBN 13: 978-0143110293,Title: Flipping the Switch: Unleash the Power of Personal Accountability Using the QBQ! (144 p) Author: John G. Miller ISBN 10: 0399152334 ISBN 13: 978-0399152337, and ERC23004: Code of Ethics Part One: Professional Relationships (.5 Credit Hour. Require Educator to prepare a written reflection on each book/training on how they will impact her future interactions with students. While on probation, quarterly reports from the educator's supervisor on how her interactions with students are progressing. (All costs paid by Educator Jones)  

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Permanent Revocation of License and assess a $500 fine.

Violation of Standard 1. An educator maintains a professional relationship with each student, both in and outside the classroom. Violation of Standard 2. An educator maintains competence regarding his or her professional practice, inclusive of professional and ethical behavior, skills, knowledge, dispositions, and responsibilities relating to his or her organizational position. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Permanent Revocation of License and assess a $500.00 fine.

Iota Leadership Academy applied to establish two open-enrollment charter schools beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. The charter will follow a traditional educational model. Five Charter Authorizing Panel Members voted to approve the application for an open-enrollment charter school to open in Fall 2025 for Grades K-5. Four Charter Authorizing Panel Members voted to approve the application for the Grade 6-8 open enrollment charter and one panel member voted to deny the application.  

Unbound Academy applied to establish an open-enrollment charter school beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. The Charter Authorizing Panel denied the approval of the open enrollment application based on the following: limited experience in a fully virtual model; lack of a viable plan or readiness to provide a high-quality learning environment for Arkansas students. Five Charter Authorizing Panel Members voted to deny the application.  

Newman Virtual Academy Arkansas applied to establish an open-enrollment charter school beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. The Charter Authorizing Panel denied approval of the open-enrollment charter application based on the following: failure to address critical areas and the program was not fully developed. Four Charter Panel members voted for denial of the application and one member abstained.