District Insider Newsletter
November 2023 Edition
A Note from the Superintendent's desk
Dear LISA Academy Family,
I am delighted to share the latest edition of our newsletter, brimming with the incredible accomplishments of our students, who continue to shine brightly in diverse fields.
It is truly heartening to witness the passion, dedication, and talent that our students bring to every facet of their education. Their successes are a testament to their hard work, the unwavering support of our faculty and staff, and the nurturing environment we strive to provide at LISA Academy.
As we celebrate these achievements, let us also take a moment to appreciate the collective effort that goes into fostering an environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the students whose accomplishments are featured in this newsletter. Your dedication to excellence inspires us all.
This month, applications opened for the 2024-25 academic school year. Thank you to everyone who has shared the mission of LISA Academy to their friends, family, and neighbors, so that we may continue to grow and offer our STEM-focused, college-prep program to more students across the state of Arkansas. Applications can be submitted online. Open Houses are also taking place starting in December. You can RSVP to an Open House at any campus here.
Best Regards,
Dr. Fatih Bogrek
LISA Academy is Runner-Up for Best Charter School in Arkansas!
Thank you for voting LISA Academy Runner-Up for the Best Charter School in the State in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette's Best of the Best Competition. We are honored to offer our STEM-focused, college-prep programming to students across the state at our free, public charter school. We believe in empowering students to become Today's Learners and Tomorrow's Leaders.
According to the Arkansas Department of Education, LISA Academy Northwest Arkansas Campuses saw the highest growth percentage of enrollment, with a 55.1% one year change rate. LISA Academy is grateful to continue to grow in the Northwest Arkansas area.
LISA Academy Springdale recognized as US News Best Elementary School
Parent Academy
The Central Arkansas Parent Academy connected community members with caregivers for an evening of enriched learning and resources. Parents were able to attend sessions on a wide range of topics in order to learn more about Health and Wellness, Financial Health, and High School and College Readiness. We value providing our caregivers with supplemental tools for success so that our LISA Family may prosper in school, but also at home.
LISA Academy Rogers-Bentonville Awarded for Test Scores
The Rogers-Bentonville campus was awarded as part of the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education's Arkansas School Recognition Program. The middle school was in the Top 5% of performance and Top 6-10% of growth, and the elementary school was also recognized for top performance. Congratulations to our students and educators at Rogers Bentonville!
PBIS Training
Middle and high school campuses across the district have been developing their PBIS strategies, or Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. The implementation of this program allows students to be more supported in order to prevent negative behaviors.
Campus administrators learned from a three-day training about PBIS and how to implement these fantastic strategies, and will continue to learn throughout the academic year.
A grant from the Department of Justice has also been awarded to LISA Academy North and West Middle Schools, titled "Project P.E.A.C.E." This grant will allow for additional training of school personnel and students to prevent school violence, school-wide action plans to improve school climate, student Town Hall meetings, and training to staff, families, and community groups on Youth Mental Health First Aid and Suicide Prevention.
Project ADAM
Springdale and West High are also Project ADAM Certified schools. Project ADAM is a national program to provide resources to and prepare schools for medical incidents.
Campuses awarded for their ESSA Ratings
LISA Academy Rogers-Bentonville
The Rogers-Bentonville campus was awarded an A score for the middle school level and a B score for the elementary level.
LISA Academy Springdale
The Springdale campus was awarded a B score.
LISA Academy North Middle & High
The North Middle & High campuses were awarded a B score.
Congressional Youth Cabinet & Student Presidential Leaders Series Cohort
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Lunchtime Leader Program: LISA North Campuses
LISA North students are building connections with the Lunchtime Leaders program. Seniors meet and mentor 5th grade students to ease the transition from elementary to middle & high school using the Leader in Me framework for student leadership. Seniors then stay for lunch time and build positive relationships with 5th grade students in the classes they are assigned.