Two-time graduate, former foster child, says ‘American Dream’ exists
Growing up a foster child in central Arkansas, this graduate saw school as the only place where she experienced structure and stability.
Youth organization encourages giving, staying active this season
On the “heels” of a successful shoe distribution to children enrolled in five Little Rock partner schools, UALR Children International officials hope the recipients remain active this winter.
Students find opportunities at annual Service Fair
UALR’s Office of Community Engagement held its annual Service Fair Wednesday, Sept. 3, in the Donaghey Student Center offering volunteer and internship opportunities to members of the campus community – especially students.
Children International education manager to receive national award
Only second Arkansan to be honored in award history An education manager with UALR Children International has been selected as one of 10 honorees from around the nation to receive the prestigious 2014 Lewis Hine Award.
Annual Back to School Jamboree coming to Stephens Center Saturday
The Back-to-School Jamboree is a community event for the 3,000 CI-sponsored children and youth in Little Rock and their families. This year’s theme is Start School Healthy, Ready and Right. The event is Aug. 10.
Copeland announces $100,000 grant for sidewalk project near school
Sidewalk improvements near a Little Rock elementary school are in the works thanks to a $100,000 grant that the University District Partnership helped secure.
CI students to sell crafts at Farmer’s Market
Kindergarten through fifth grade students will sell handcrafted products they’ve created during Children International’s Mind Your Own Business Summer Camp from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2, at the Farmer’s Market, located at the Little Rock River Market.
UALR ‘Elves’ Collecting Gifts for Kids
The staff of UALR Children International is collecting gifts for children ages nine to 18.
Children International Campers to Sell Wares
Kindergarten through fifth grade students in the UALR Children International’s Mind Your Own Business summer camp will sell handmade products they have developed and produced during the summer from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, at the River Market’s Farmers’ Market.
League Hosts UALR Children Int’l Fun Day
UALR Children International, in partnership with the Junior League of Little Rock, will host Family Fun Day, part of the annual Boosters & Big Rigs event, for sponsored children and their families from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 28, at the UALR Jack Stephens Center.