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Welcome to ArkansasIDEAS
Arkansas's most utilized K-12 teacher professional development resource.
Featured Courses & Resources
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Information on Mental Health for Students
Highlighting the importance of open conversations about mental health and the need for supportive resources for young individuals.
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Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers in Arkansas
A resource to share with parents and caregivers that explains the importance of swimming lessons and life jackets, and how to stay safe around beaches, rivers, lakes, pools, and more.
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Closing the Empathy Gap
Susanna Post, 2021 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, shares her journey of learning to empathize with students.
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Suicide Prevention: Looking Deeper
Shawna Burns, founder of Seed Digging Wellness Center, discusses suicide warning signs and risk factors.
ArkansasIDEAS is a partnership between Arkansas PBS and the Arkansas Department of Education, Division of Elementary and Secondary Education, to provide online, statewide professional development resources and courses for K-12 Arkansas educators.
84,000+
Registered Users
700+
Professional Development Courses
4MM+
Credit Hours Awarded
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