School of Education

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock School of Education recently hosted a comprehensive two-day orientation for the Trojan Residency Program, bringing together mentor teachers and teacher candidates from across all licensure programs ahead of the new school year. The Trojan Teacher Residency Program offers yearlong residencies for teacher candidates, pairing them with experienced mentor … Experienced Mentors Help Prepare UA Little Rock Teacher Residents

When national leaders in education gathered to discuss how teachers could better support advanced learners, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock stood out as a national model. Drs. Ann Robinson and Monica Meadows of the UA Little Rock School of Education recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to present at an invitational colloquium organized by … UA Little Rock Recognized Nationally for Innovative Gifted Education Program

On any given afternoon at Stuttgart High School, you can find Ian Taylor moving between courts, guiding student-athletes through tennis drills or basketball practice while simultaneously imparting life lessons on discipline, teamwork and confidence. Taylor’s journey to the sidelines began at UA Little Rock, where he was drawn to the university by the opportunity to … UA Little Rock Alum Brings Leadership and Purpose to Stuttgart High Athletics

For 25 years, the Jodie Mahony Center for Gifted Education at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock has helped shape the future of Arkansas classrooms — supporting educators and opening doors for thousands of talented students across the state. Part of UA Little Rock’s College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education, the Mahony … Jodie Mahony Center for Gifted Education Celebrates 25 Years

Chadwick Comer was part of the inaugural Trojan Teacher Residency Program at UA Little Rock, spending a full year co-teaching with a mentor educator while earning a salary and completing his degree. He is now being recognized as Teacher of the Year at Jacksonville Middle School, the same place where his teaching career began. The … UA Little Rock Teacher Residency Graduate Named Jacksonville Middle School Teacher of the Year

The University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees approved two new undergraduate degree programs at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock during its January meeting, expanding academic offerings that address workforce needs in education and technology. The Board approved a Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.) in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor of … UA System Board Approves New Bachelor’s Degrees in Early Childhood Education and Artificial Intelligence at UA Little Rock

The Dr. Rose Berry Collection brings whimsy and literary history to UA Little Rock’s Ottenheimer Library through a curated display of children’s books and creative artifacts. The exhibit, located on the library’s fourth floor, features playful puppets and illustrated works inspired by Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak, as well as Beatrix Potter … Dr. Rose Berry Collection Showcases Children’s Literature and Creative Play

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville have launched a new 2+2 transfer partnership that allows students to complete their first two years at UACCB and then transition seamlessly to UA Little Rock to earn bachelor’s degrees in middle-level education and nursing without losing credits. The … UA Little Rock, UACCB Partner to Expand Bachelor’s Degree Pathways

A recent online study places UA Little Rock’s School of Education among the best places to receive an undergraduate degree in education in the region. The study was conducted by online education website EducationDegree.com, a resource for individuals pursuing a career in teaching. The study placed UA Little Rock’s School of Education among the 35 … ​​UA Little Rock’s School of Education Among Best Programs in Country

Nearly 700 teachers from Arkansas and across the country came together for the 31st year of Advanced Placement Summer Institute (APSI) at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.  Put on by the Jodie Mahony Center for Gifted Education, APSI hosted 492 Arkansas teachers and 198 out-of-state and home school teachers.  The Jodie Mahony Center … UA Little Rock Hosts Nearly 700 teachers for 31st Year of Advanced Placement Summer Institute