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Pine Bluff, Watson Chapel superintendents meet state Education Board over F ratings
LITTLE ROCK — Keith McGee spent his birthday morning speaking before the Arkansas Board of Education, but it was under less-than-celebratory circumstances. McGee, who leads the Watson Chapel School District, was one of seven superintendents scheduled Thursday (Nov. 12) to discuss their plans for improving their F ratings in the Arkansas Department of Education’s latest Report Card. The Watson Chapel and Pine Bluff school districts both earned an F for the second year in a row under the formula, which takes into account academic performance, growth of all students, growth of the lowest-performing quartile of students, and how well-prepared students are after graduation. Up to 100 points are counted for each subcategory across these four categories, meaning a district can earn up to 900 points for its formula score.
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Generations Later, Construction Firms Still Carry Family Name, Values
For those with their name above the door, owning a construction company is more than just a job. Each project represents another step toward building a reputation, each handshake a chance to be an even greater part of the community and each name on payroll a family depending on the company to succeed.
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Drought conditions to have potential impact on Arkansas duck hunting season
After more than a year of drought conditions across central Arkansas, farmers aren't the only ones feeling the effects. As duck season approaches, hunters and guides are preparing for what could be a challenging season.