Come and learn about all of the exciting programs offered at the Center of Excellence! We are excited to host current and future students and families to this Showcase and Family Night!

Happy Thursday!
Please see the Superintendent's Message, which addresses the district's policy as it relates to restricting visitors for this school year only.
The message can be viewed at the following link: https://5il.co/18g86
Thank you for your understanding!

Want to join the Girls Basketball Team, the reigning Class 6A State Champs? Show your skills by trying out for the team! Contact Coach Fimple or Coach Stump for questions.

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for the state. We are closely monitoring current weather conditions and will take every precaution necessary to ensure the safety and security of students and staff. We will provided additional communication as needed.
The Superintendent recognized the Charging Wildcats and their coaches on winning the Class 6A Boys Basketball championship game! The team finished the season with a 28-3 record. They are ranked #1 in Arkansas and #12 nationally.
The Superintendent recognized the Lady Charging Wildcats and their coaches on winning the Class 6A Girls Basketball championship game! The team finished the season with a 27-4 record and ranked #1 in the state. All four seniors on this team will be playing college basketball.
The Superintendent recognized students from the COE who earned medals at the State HOSA-Future Health Professionals Competition. Eighteen students placed!
Mrs. Karla Whisnant, COE Principal, and Nurse Elizabeth Jones, their teacher, represented the students at the meeting.
Congrats to the 2022-2023 NLRHS Varsity cheer team:
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34
Congratulations to the 2022-2023 NLRHS JV cheer team:
10, 14, 18, 24, 31, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43
Please check your email for more info!
Congratulations to the Jakaiyah Brown and Mikiya Smith, who will represent the COE at Arkansas Boys State and Arkansas Girls State, respectively, this summer!
Read up on the students attending and more information about the program here: https://www.nlrsd.org/article/689558

Tickets for the the Father-Daughter Dance, sponsored by the NLRHS/COE PTA, have SOLD OUT! Thank you for your overwhelming support!
Tickets for the Class 6A Championship games are on sale now! Both games will take place on Thursday, March 10 at the Hot Springs Convention Center.
The girls play at 6:00 p.m. The boys will play at 7:45 p.m.
Purchase tickets here: https://www.nlrsd.org/article/678360

Interested in being a member of the 2022-2023 VARSITY DANCE TEAM?
Congratulations to Braxton Johnson, the 2022 King of the Hill! Be on the lookout for more pictures from today's pep rally!

Effective immediately, masks are now optional in the North Little Rock School District.
The modified lockdown at NLRHS/Center of Excellence has been lifted. All students and staff are safe. The safety and security of students and staff remain our top priority.
Earlier this morning, dozens of students from North Little Rock High School and the Center of Excellence participated in a peaceful protest for a short period of time outside of the building. Upon returning to class, a small group of protesters continued to rally. As a result, administrators initiated a modified lockdown as a precaution. The students and staff are safe and secure, and there is no immediate threat. The safety and security of the students and staff remain our top priority.
Senior Kayden Jones had a huge surprise in her first period class! She received the McLarty Drives Education Scholarship, which recognizes students for their academic success, high character, and community involvement.
Congratulations, Kayden! We're proud of you!




The NLRSD will pivot to remote learning for Thursday, February 24, 2022, as a result of inclement weather and the pending forecast for tomorrow.
Please read the Superintendent's letter here: https://5il.co/165w8
Be safe!

The rescheduled Father-Daughter Dance will take place on March 15!
Click on the following link for additional information and who to contact for questions: https://www.nlrsd.org/o/high-school/article/665919
Congratulations to our NLR wrestlers!
Sophomore James Couch received All State Honors after finishing third at the State Championships in the 106 division.
Senior Donnel Packer also received All State Honors after his 3rd place finish in the 195 weight class.
Junior Deylin Pippins received the “Victory in Honor” award voted on by the officials as the wrestler who showed the most dignity, composure and sportsmanship in wins and losses.
Sophomore Ka’Liyia Chism placed 6th for the girls.



