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EDUCATION
Lawsuit filed challenging Arkansas school voucher program created by 2023 law
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Four Arkansas residents have filed a lawsuit challenging a school voucher program created by an education overhaul signed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders last year, saying it violates the state constitution’s protections for educational funding. The suit filed in state court late Friday seeks to halt the Arkansas Children’s Freedom Account Program, […]
Wynne’s Cathey secures two more scholarships at 2024 Miss Arkansas Competition
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas — Wynne’s Camille Cathey picked up two more scholarships on Wednesday as part of the 2024 Miss Arkansas Scholarship Competition in Little Rock. Cathey, the 2024 Miss White River, won the Preliminary Evening Gown Award. The award includes a $1,000 scholarship provided by The Royal We.
AMP Top Ten: Joel Hicks, Never Stop Learning
Joel Hicks said he likes to advise young people to never stop learning and continue their education if they are able. An education, Hicks said, cannot be taken away. As the newest president of Baptist Health College Little Rock, Hicks is in a position to directly influence the medical education of some 600 students.
UA Little Rock Chancellor Speaks on Strategic Affordable Education Plan
UA Little Rock recently unveiled an ambitious new strategic plan to make the college more affordable and attractive for students around the state. The college’s chancellor, Dr. Christina Drale, answered some of AMP’s questions about the plan, which will be in effect until 2028. Q: What are the...
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