Education News

By: Tammy Curtis, Managing Editor Two area schools have ranked very well according to recent rankings on SchoolDigger. The database driven website ranks schools across the nation based on test scores supplied by each state’s Department of Education. An Average Standard Score is calculated by normalizing and averaging each school’s test scores across all tests and grades. On top in regard to changes over the 2020-21 school year was Highland School District.…

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Photo SubmittedAsh Flat Library Manager Susan Funnel (right) reads to students at the library’s Summer Reading Program. 80 children participated, exceeding the totals from last year. The library’s Summer Story and Craft Time also saw record attendance. “I am thankful for the moms and volunteers for all their help this summer during Story & Craft Time,” Funnell said. “Our moms, volunteers, staff, and community are the core of the success of the…

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Double Sevens- Highland senior Caden Spurlock runs the ball as Walnut Ridge Quarterback Kai Watson is close on his heels. Highland held their own but in the end, suffered a 32-22 loss. Next week the Rebels will take on Riverview at Rebel Field at 7 p.m.

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Written by Students: Deagan Lebouf, Levi Jones, and Colton Vinson Cave City fell short in their home opener. With five minutes remaining and the Cavemen down 28-20, Clinton intercepted a pass in their own end zone to seal the win. They proceeded to tack on another touchdown and extra point to make the final score 35-20. Cave City started off with a 78 yard drive but fell short on the 4 yard…

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Photo Shalynn LaneStudents at Mrs. Sha’s Preschool in Ash Flat were welcomed back with a huge surprise. A summer remodel of the school will now allow students to enjoy more time outdoors, including meals and even naps, Besides the remodel, they were welcomed to a zoo, from parrots, wildcats, elephants and anything in between, the zoo setting will provide ample learning time for the children to learn about all the animals in…

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