Dear Parent/Guardian, We are pleased to inform you that North Little Rock High School is making CoreCourseGPA.com, a web-based software program, available to all North Little Rock High School student-athletes and their parents/guardians free of charge. If your child has aspirations of competing athletically as a freshman at an NCAA Division I or Division II... READ MORE >

The original graduation venue, Simmons Bank Arena (formerly Verizon Arena), will not be hosting graduation ceremonies in May of 2021. As a result, the high school will hold commencement exercises on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at Barton Coliseum in Little Rock. Please be aware that under current crowd size restrictions, each graduate will be permitted a... READ MORE >

Thank you, families, for completing the survey to indicate the learning option for your student in the spring semester. Please follow the instructions below to ensure that your student's transition is smooth. Center of Excellence Virtual Student Fall 2020 → Face-to-Face Student Spring 2021 January 4: Remote Learning Day, following class schedule from fall... READ MORE >

Following the recommendation of Governor Asa Hutchinson and the Arkansas Department of Health, the North Little Rock School District has adopted new CDC guidelines for COVID-19 as it relates to quarantines. Individuals identified as a close contact can choose one of the following options: Option 1: The student or staff member can return to campus on Day 11 if... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the following teachers! The individuals listed below will represent their respective campus as the building-level Teacher of the Year for the 2020-21 school year. In addition, they will be vying to become the district’s Teacher of the Year, which will be announced in April. Campus Teacher/Teachers of the Year ... READ MORE >

The health and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority in the North Little Rock School District. Please know that we are taking COVID-19 seriously, and we are going above and beyond to prevent the spread of it. When a student or staff member tests positive, we identify the individuals who were in close contact with that person who tested positive.... READ MORE >

The North Little Rock School District is excited to announce its exclusive partnership with Nike and BSN SPORTS.Nike, through BSN SPORTS , will serve as the exclusive outfitter for the Charging Wildcats. BSN Sports will also serve as the official equipment supplier. The multi-year agreement includes numerous incentives in the form of discounts and rewards, along... READ MORE >

Parents, This survey is to declare your academic option for the spring semester. Please complete this survey if your student is virtual and wish to remain virtual, virtual and would like to return to school, or at school and would like to go virtual. The survey will close on November 9th. • You will need to complete a different survey for each of your... READ MORE >

The North Little Rock School District is striving to become a "High Reliability School" district within the next three years. This distinction will indicate that we have implemented best practices and procedures to improve student achievement. A part of this distinction requires our collecting data through research from our stakeholders. We need our families... READ MORE >

The Arkansas Department of Education has approved the North Little Rock School District's plan to hold Virtual Learning Fridays. This will begin on October 23, the first Friday of the second quarter. This will continue through December 18, the end of the second quarter, and will be re-evaluated and communicated if we decide to continue with this initiative. In... READ MORE >

The North Little Rock School District will once again host flu clinics at each of its schools. See the schedule below. Virtual students can take vaccine at their assigned school at the times listed.El Distrito Escolar de North Little Rock volverá a albergar clínicas de influenza en cada una de sus escuelas. Vea el programa a continuación. Los estudiantes... READ MORE >

North Little Rock School District is excited about seeing our athletic teams compete again. Due to COVID-19, the following changes have been made concerning home athletic events in football and volleyball. Football Admission prices: $5.00 Buy home tickets (2 per person limit) Home ticket booth located in the middle of the teachers parking lot behind the Post... READ MORE >

The North Little Rock Board of Education has selected Greg Pilewski, the current Deputy Superintendent of Queen Anne's County Public Schools in Centreville, Maryland, as its next Superintendent of Schools. “I am humbled by the support of the Board and the community to lead this school district and I look forward to working with all of our stakeholders to make the... READ MORE >

Mark your calendar for NLRSD's Open House sessions!This year, it will take place virtually. In these sessions, parents who will be sending their children to school will be able to hear from administrators and procedures on the reopening plans and standard operating procedures respective to their school.This is not to be confused with the Open House for students... READ MORE >

Dear NLRSD families, I wanted to take a moment to encourage each of you to support the local PTA units at your children’s schools. As we all know, this year is going to look different for all of us - students, teachers and staff, and families. Because of the overarching need to protect our students and those who work in each of our schools, volunteers will not be... READ MORE >

The North Little Rock School Board has selected three top Candidates in its nationwide search for the next Superintendent of Schools. Ray and Associates, an organization specializing in national school executive leadership searches, reviewed applications from over 40 candidates from 22 states. The firm, with over 45 years of experience in the industry, created... READ MORE >

THIS VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE IS TO GET INFORMATION FOR THOSE STUDENTS WHO HAVE ENROLLED IN THE VIRTUAL ACADEMY. Please note that all virtual open houses are limited to the first 250 participants. All sessions will be recorded and posted on the Virtual Academy website. The Google Meet app may need to be downloaded to access the open house. You will need a free Google... READ MORE >

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Students from North Little Rock High School and the Center of Excellence Earn Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy July 14, 2020 The North Little Rock School District is proud to congratulate our district’s first recipients of the Arkansas State Seal of Biliteracy Award and Certificate. A total of 303 Arkansas students have recently... READ MORE >

Check this page periodically as we will post updates for reopening school here. Revise esta página periódicamente ya que publicaremos actualizaciones para reabrir la escuela aquí.Posted on June 29, 2020:Haga clic para leer en espanolDear North Little Rock Students, Parents/ Guardians, Faculty, and Community, Thank you for your patience and cooperation during... READ MORE >

To the Parents, Community, and Senior Class of 2020: On Tuesday morning, the Graduation Committee met to discuss plans to hold an in-person graduation ceremony, scheduled for July 25 at Barton Coliseum. This committee has met several times. Since the group was formed, it has been a collective goal to host a ceremony and to truly serenade our seniors in a... READ MORE >

Estimados estudiantes, padres / tutores, facultad y comunidad de North Little Rock, Gracias por su paciencia y cooperación durante esta emergencia de salud pública en todo el país. Su apoyo será significativo en la reapertura exitosa de la escuela el 13 de agosto de 2020. El Distrito Escolar North Little Rock (NLRSD) continuará siguiendo la guía de la Oficina del... READ MORE >

Dear North Little Rock Students, Parents/ Guardians, Faculty, and Community, Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this nationwide public health emergency. Your support will be significant in a successful school reopening on August 13, 2020. The North Little Rock School District (NLRSD) will continue to follow the guidance from the Governor’s... READ MORE >

The district's Reopening Task Force, made up of parents, city leaders, district administrators and staff, and health professionals, held its first meeting Monday afternoon (June 22). The task force would like your input as well. Please complete the feedback form at the link below and provide the question(s) or concern(s) that you have as it relates to reopening in... READ MORE >

The North Little Rock School District is making plans for the upcoming school year in the age of COVID-19. This takes you to a video featuring Dr. Keith McGee, the Interim Superintendent. Dr. McGee discusses the three options that are available for our students. You are also asked to complete a survey to express your interest in the Virtual Academy option. This... READ MORE >

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de North Little Rock está buscando información de sus diversos interesados mientras trabajan para seleccionar un nuevo Superintendente de Escuelas. Ray & Associates, la firma contratada para guiar a la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de North Little Rock en la búsqueda de un Superintendente de Escuelas, está... READ MORE >

In response to COVID-19 public health emergency, a benefit program called Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) has been developed for States to implement in assisting families that were receiving free or reduced lunches from their school. The program was designed to help replace the cost of meals incurred by families as a result of the State eliminating public school... READ MORE >

Dear NLRSD students, families, professional staff, and community stakeholders: Like many of you, I am concerned about the events that led to the death of George Floyd and the subsequent protests throughout this country. We at the North Little Rock School District stand boldly with all community members, not only seeking justice for the families, communities, and... READ MORE >

Families who receive SNAP benefits will be receiving additional funds to help replace the cost of meals due to school closures created by COVID-19. Families whose children attend our elementary schools, which offer free school meals to all students, are also be eligible to receive these funds -- even if they do not ordinarily qualify for SNAP benefits.This is all... READ MORE >

If you were not able to take the AP exam at home due to Internet issues and would like to take the make-up exam at school, please complete this survey by 4:00 pm on May 28.You must have completed the Request for Late Exam Form through Collegeboard. If you have a question or need assistance, please contact Bonnie Curlin at curlinb@nlrsd.org. Students would need to... READ MORE >

As we begin to wind down our school year, please take the time to update your GUARDIAN email address using your Home Access Center account. This will help ensure that you are receiving accurate and up to date information from the district in a timely manner. You may verify and/or update this information via the web, or the eSchool PLUS family APP. Short... READ MORE >

Update: May 15, 2020The physical graduation ceremony to honor the Class of 2020 has been scheduled for July 25, a Saturday, at Barton Coliseum at 7:00 p.m. Please be aware of the following guidelines: 1. Attendance will be limited for the July 25 physical graduation, which is set to take place at Barton Coliseum at 7 p.m. More information will be forthcoming... READ MORE >

AP Exams will be administered May 11-May 22, 2020. The make-up window for AP testing is June 1-5,2020. This year's exams will be 45-minute, at-home exams, with the exception of those listed below. AP teachers have attempted to make contact with all students about this this year's format. If you have not responded to your teacher’s communication, please make... READ MORE >

Important Information for the Class of 2020Good Standing Defined A senior in good standing has a passing grade in all classes necessary to complete graduation requirements, has completed any needed credit recovery courses, and has completed any needed concurrent credit courses. A senior in good standing must have 23 credits when the third nine weeks grades... READ MORE >

Following the mandate of the Arkansas Secretary of Education, the North Little Rock School District will cancel classes for Friday, March 13, 2020, through the week of Spring Break. Classes will resume on Monday, March 30.All after school events have been postponed until further notice. All school buildings will be closed. The district will implement Alternative... READ MORE >

Following the mandate of the Arkansas Secretary of Education, the North Little Rock School District will cancel classes for Friday, March 13, 2020, through the week of Spring Break. Classes will resume on Monday, March 30. All school events and after-care programs have been postponed until further notice. All school buildings will be closed. School will dismiss... READ MORE >

A message from Superintendent Bobby Acklin on the Coronavirus: Hello parents, students, and stakeholders, Today, we learned about the presumed case of the coronavirus in our area. I met with administrators Wednesday afternoon to share some information with them. With the help of our Nursing Supervisor and our Custodian Supervisor, we provided administrators... READ MORE >

Parent Response Form/VoucherDear Parents & Guardians of NLRHS 2020 Seniors, The North Little Rock High School Parent Teacher Student Association (NLRHS PTSA) volunteers are organizing the North Little Rock High School 29th Annual Post Prom celebration to be held on May 2, 2020. We are reaching out for support to provide a safe, fun, drug and alcohol-free... READ MORE >

Dear Parents and Patrons of the North Little Rock School District, I’m sure you are aware of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) that originated in China and has been in the news over the past few months. We want to assure you that our school district is keeping track of this situation through reliable sources, such as our local health department, the Arkansas... READ MORE >

COLOR RUNSaturday, March 14, 20207:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.Burns Park Soccer Fields1 Soccer AvenueEntry fee: $25 per person for an individual registrationOREntry fee: $20 per person for a group registration*In order to register as a group, you must have 4 participants. Each participant must fill out theirown registration form and their own waiver and release form.... READ MORE >

Any student interested in trying out for a spirit group at NLRHS for the 2020-2021 school year needs to sign up in the athletic office at the high school by February 24th!! The athletic office is located at the bottom of D tower in G102 next to the weight room. If you are an 8th grader you will sign up in the main office at NLRMS. Current 8th through 11th grade... READ MORE >

Central Office staff has begun the process of moving ahead of the demolition of our current building at 2700 N. Poplar to make way for the North Little Rock Justice Center. The Dyslexia Services, Gifted & Talented, School Health, and Student Services departments have already moved to the Annex Building, located at 2200 N. Poplar. The remaining departments... READ MORE >

The Office for Education Policy, a research center within the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas, has recognized the North Little Rock Center of Excellence for demonstrating exceptional growth on the ACT Aspire, which students took in spring 2019. This is the second year in a row that the OEP has recognized the Center of... READ MORE >

Starting January 7, parents can take part in the process to have their children become a part of the North Little Rock School District for the 2020-2021 school year. This is possible through The Public School Choice Act of 2015, which allows Arkansas students to attend a school outside of the zone in which they live. Parents interested in enrolling their children... READ MORE >

In January, a large portion of North Little Rock School District’s Central Office staff will be moving to 2400 Willow Street, which currently serves as the North Little Rock Police and Fire Training Center. The current Central Office building will eventually be torn down to accommodate the construction of the North Little Rock Justice Center. The new Central... READ MORE >

In January, the North Little Rock School District’s Central Office staff will be moving to 2400 Willow Street, which currently houses the North Little Rock Police and Fire Training Center. The current Central Office building will eventually be torn down to accommodate the construction of the North Little Rock Justice Center. The new Central Office location will... READ MORE >

Exam Schedule Periods A1 & B1: Monday, December 16 Periods A2 & B2: Tuesday, December 17 Periods A3 & B3: Wednesday, December 18 Periods A4 & B4: Thursday, December 19 Makeup Exams: Friday, December 20 Semester exams will run... READ MORE >

Crestwood Elementary and the North Little Rock Center of Excellence will be receiving $23,350.00, and $20,600.00, respectively, for academic achievement. The monetary gift to the schools is made possible through the Arkansas School Recognition Program, which is overseen by the Arkansas Department of Education’s Division of Elementary & Secondary Education. It... READ MORE >

As President of the North Little Rock Board of Education, I want to take a moment to say thank you to the administration, staff, and local law enforcement for their efforts following a challenging week for all school districts in Arkansas. There are not many things over which I've lost sleep; however, this week was much different. We live in a time where you... READ MORE >

It's that time of year again! The wheels on the NLRSD Book Express will be rolling again, running from June 3 to June 26. The schedule below shows when the literacy bus will be making a stop near you! Make plans to visit the bus, check out books, and build on those reading skills! READ MORE >

Vespers Non-denominational religious service on May 13 at 6:00 pm in the Auditorium - arrive by 5:30 in cap and gown in the cafeteriaGraduation NotesPractice begins at 9 a.m. YOU WILL GET LOCKED OUT IF YOU ARE LATE!! If you need transportation to Verizon, there will be a bus leaving from behind Tower D at 8:30 a.m. You enter the arena through the Washington... READ MORE >

At its April 18th meeting, the North Little Rock Board of Education approved the calendar for the 2019-20 school year. Creating the school calendar is a collaboration between teachers, staff, and administrators. This takes you to the 2019-20 calendar. Some important dates for next year's calendar: First Day of School: Tuesday, August 13 Last Day of School: ... READ MORE >

Beginning March 25 through May 1, the North Little Rock School District will allow parents who live outside of the North Little Rock school zone to register their children to attend school in the district for the 2019-2020 school year. This is possible through The Public School Choice Act of 2015, which enables Arkansas students to attend a school outside of the... READ MORE >

The Center of Excellence is hosting COE Night Tuesday, March 12th from 5 p.m. unit 7 p.m. We are actively engaging the community in supporting our students to reach their highest level of success. We would like to cordially invite you and your colleagues to join us on this special night at North Little Rock High School. It would be a great opportunity for you to... READ MORE >

8th grade campus tours and scheduling with take place this Friday, March 8th. High School students will be released at noon. READ MORE >

The North Little Rock School District is joining leaders and districts across the state and nation in recognizing this week as “National School Counseling Week,” a time to bring public aware to the vast contributions that school counselors have made within schools, and most importantly, with students. This week highlights the vital role that school counselors play... READ MORE >

Five schools within the North Little Rock School District have been recognized as schools where students demonstrated exception academic growth on the ACT Aspire exams last school year. The Office for Education Policy, a research center within the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas, has acknowledged Crestwood Elementary,... READ MORE >

The Arkansas Governor’s School is a four-week summer residential program for gifted and talented students who are upcoming high school seniors and residents of the state of Arkansas. State funds provide tuition, room, board, and instructional materials for each student who attends the four-week program on the site of a residential college campus, leased by the... READ MORE >

Act 478 AR Civics Exam Policy Act 478 of 2017 requires all students seeking a high school diploma to pass the Arkansas Civics Exam with a score of 60% or better. This requirement begins with the 2018-2019 school year. The Arkansas State Board of Education has determined the following policies will be implemented by Arkansas public schools who are required to... READ MORE >

Bullying has no place in the North Little Rock School District. That’s the mantra repeated by the newly-formed Superintendent’s Student Cabinet, a group of 28 students from each school in the North Little Rock School District. The students gathered at Central Office to talk about bullying, how to recognize it, and solutions to eliminate it on their respective... READ MORE >

Graduation Practice -Date: Wednesday, May 16 at 9:00 AM (could last until noon) -Location: Verizon Arena • Cap and gown is not needed for practice. Tip: Ladies, bring the shoes you are planning to wear during graduation to practice. If you cannot walk in your shoes, you WILL be pulled out of line--whether that is as you enter the arena, or as you get ready to... READ MORE >

Grand March -Location: NLRHS Performing Arts Center -Time/Date: Begins at 6 PM; May 4 -Students may not be escorted by children; each escort must be in high school or older. -Your spot in line is determined by what time you arrive at Grand March. First come, first served. Prom Theme: Under the Sea Location: Next Level Events (Address: 1400 W Markham St;... READ MORE >

It's time for orientation. Each class will have their own scheduled orientation time in the morning, Monday - Thursday, from 9am - 12pm. And then Friday is a chance to grab schedules and take tours. Students can ride the bus from their local elementary schools. Monday - JuniorsTuesday - SophomoresWednesday - FreshmenThursday - SeniorsFriday - Everyone (including... READ MORE >

On January 9, the Center of Excellence was featured on an Education Matters segment on KARK Channel 4. Click HERE to view the segment. READ MORE >