April 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM - State Board of Education

1. Dr. King's Legacy of Service to School and Community Award 
   • Dr. Nelson White, Stuttgart School District
2. MLK Lifelong Service to Student Success Award
   • Ms. Yvonne "Kay" White, Stuttgart School District
3. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parent Engagement and Advocacy Award
   • Ms. Tonya Johnson Baker, Little Rock School District
4. MLK Advocate for School Services Award
   • Ms. Annithia Harris, Little Rock School District
5.  Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Service Leadership in Education Award
   • Dr. Shoutell Richardson, Little Rock School District
6. MLK Spirit of Service in School Operations Award
   • Ms. Tequila Mazique, Little Rock School District
7. Martin Luther King, Jr. Champion of Student Support Award
   • Ms. Aretha Jackson, Little Rock School District
8. MLK Commitment to Community Service in Education Award
   • Ms. Porsha Arnold, Little Rock School District
9. MLK Community Builder in Education Award
   • Ms. Karonda Fuller Lowe, Little Rock School District
10. MLK Lifetime Achievement Award
    • Ms. Lee Etta Lewis

In 1962, the United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) was created by Senate Resolution 324. As stated in Senate testimony, the purpose of the USSYP is "to increase young Americans' understanding of the interrelationships of the three branches of government, learn the caliber and responsibilities of federally elected and appointed officials, and the vital importance of democratic decision making not only for America but for people around the world." 

The following high school seniors have been named 2025 USSYP Student Delegates from Arkansas:

• Landen Curtis Coursey - Alma High School - Alma School District, and
• Prerana Reddy Kodakandla - Bentonville High School - Bentonville School District.

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 fine of $300. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: Title: The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence (208p) Author: Dacher Keltner ISBN 10: 0143110292, Title: The 85% Solution: How Personal Accountability Guarantees Success -- No Nonsense, No Excuses (256p) Author: Linda Galindo ISBN 10: ISBN 13: 9780470500163, and ERC23005: Code of Ethics Part Two: Mental Health Awareness (.5 Credit Hour). Written reflection on each training/book indicating how they will impact the educator’s professional practices in the future. Due 30 days prior to the end of suspension for the suspension removal. A letter stating the educator is fit to return to the classroom submitted by a licensed healthcare professional 30 days prior to the end of suspension for suspension removal. Quarterly updates of the educator’s recovery throughout the suspension and probation from educator’s licensed healthcare professional. Educator shall provide proof of continued attendance at an alcohol addiction management, recovery, and/or support program quarterly to the Ethics Subcommittee. (All costs paid by Educator Russenberger)

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 3. An educator honestly fulfills reporting obligations associated with professional practices. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Probation of License for 2 years and assess a fine of $250. 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 13: 9780470500163, ERC23007: Code of Ethics Part Four: Professional Responsibilities (1 Credit Hour), and Mandated Reporter: Requirements in Arkansas (1.5 Credit Hours) https://ar.mandatedreporter.org/UserAuth/Login!loginPage.action. Require Educator to provide on each book/training on how they will impact the educator’s professional practices in the future. Quarterly reports from the educator’s supervisor while on probation on how his professional practices are progressing. (All costs paid by Educator Marrs)

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 Written Reprimand and assess a fine of $100. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: ERC23007: Code of Ethics Part Four: Professional Responsibilities (1 Credit Hour), Title: Classroom Management for Elementary Teachers: 15 Strategies to Manage Challenging Behaviors and Create a Responsive Classroom Author: Freya Fan ISBN-13:979-8461993252, and 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. Require Educator to prepare written reflections on each training/book on how they will impact her interactions with students in the future. (All costs paid by Educator Wilson)

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 fine of $500.

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 4. An educator entrusted with public funds and property, including school-sponsored activity funds, honors that trust with honest, responsible stewardship. The Professional Licensure Standards Board requests the State Board of Education order a Permanent Revocation of License and assess a fine of $500.

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 fine of $500.

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 fine of $500.

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 fine of $250.00. Require Educator to complete the following coursework/readings: ERC23007: Code of Ethics Part Four: Professional Responsibilities (1 Credit Hour), Title: Classroom Management for Elementary Teachers: 15 Strategies to Manage Challenging Behaviors and Create a Responsive Classroom Author: Freya Fan ISBN-13:979-8461993252, and 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. Require Educator to prepare written reflections on each training/book on how they will impact her interactions with students in the future. Quarterly reports during probation from the educator’s supervisor on how her interactions with students are progressing.