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School segregation climbs in Arkansas 70 years after the Brown decision
Fayetteville schools were among the first in the U.S. to begin integration following the Brown v. Board of Education ruling 70 years ago. Why it matters: But even as the nation marks the anniversary and Northwest Arkansas becomes more diverse, segregation within its schools has increased slightly over the past three decades, according to the Stanford Education Data Archive.
NWACC student completes her RN degree as the youngest in her class
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — She turned 20 a month ago. Today, Leighanne Jones graduated college with a Registered Nurse (RN) degree, making her the youngest in her graduating class at NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC). "I was always drawn towards a career in the healthcare field," she said. She never...
Local LISA Academy Recognized for ELA Growth, Plans K-12 Expansion by 2025
LISA Academy Rogers-Bentonville has been acknowledged by the Arkansas Department of Education for its outstanding performance and growth. The middle school was recognized for achieving the highest growth scores in English Language Arts (ELA) on the ACT Aspire assessments. This reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence and its effectiveness in enhancing student education.
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