No child or teen should go hungry over the summer. The USDA's new Summer Meals Site Finder makes it easier than ever to locate free meal sites close to home.
Just search by your address or explore the map to find:
✅ Sites serving meals and snacks on location
✅ Rural pickup sites where families can grab meals to enjoy at home
It's quick, easy, and built to help Arkansas families connect with the nutrition their kids need all summer long.
👉 Find a site near you: https://www.fna.usda.gov/sfsp/sitefinder
#SummerMeals #GraduateArkansas #FeedingKids #ArkansasFamilies
To our students who are also raising children while earning their diplomas — your dedication is inspiring. To the men who lead, love, and believe in our students every single day — thank you for the difference you make.
🔥 #FathersDay #GraduateArkansas
We are proud to reflect on how far we have come, and to recommit to the work still ahead.
Happy Juneteenth. 💙💛
🎉 Graduate Arkansas is proud to be part of something special this Juneteenth!
Join us at the Juneteenth in Da Rock Summit on Friday, June 19 at the Robinson Center in downtown Little Rock — a FREE, full-day experience celebrating economic empowerment, culture, and community.
📅 June 19, 2026
📍 Robinson Center | 426 W Markham St, Little Rock
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | FREE & Open to All
Come find us in the Opportunity Hall, where our team will be on-site to connect students, families, and community members with education and workforce pathways through Graduate Arkansas.
The event features 30+ speakers, a career fair, breakout sessions, live performances, and so much more — including featured speakers Fred Taylor and Darren McFadden!
Register now at JuneteenthLittleRock.com — we'll see you there! 🖤💛
MESSAGE FROM THE CHILD NUTRITION OFFICE:
Attention Summer EBT Families! 🌟
To protect your benefits from fraud, Arkansas DHS is asking all Summer EBT cardholders to reset their PINs right away. Cards will be temporarily inactive until the new PIN is set — so please don't wait!
Here's how:
📞 Call 1-800-997-9999 → Select Summer EBT Option 1 → Enter 0000 for SSN → Enter child's date of birth → Set new PIN
💻 Or reset online at ar.gov/summerebt
Remember: DHS will never ask for your PIN by phone, text, or email. Stay alert for scams!
Questions or need to report fraud? Visit ar.gov/SNAPfraud
🔗 Full details: https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/news/dhs-requiring-summer-ebt-recipients-to-reset-pins-in-response-to-theft-reports/
We are hosting our 4th School Wellness Committee meeting of the school year.
We need parents, students, staff, and community members to join us in making positive changes for our school culture.
📅 Fourth Meeting: Jun 3 at 12:30 PM (Virtual) 💻 Easy to join via Google Meet - scan the QR code or use the link below!
https://meet.google.com/eap-pdgw-jgw
Together, we can build a healthier school community. See you there!
#GraduateArkansas #StudentHealth #WellnessCommittee #HealthySchools
We love the opportunity to partner with Dr. Fitz Hill and Arkansas Baptist College on initiatives that empower the youth in our community. We are cheering on everything Growing Hope is building. Great energy all around! 💛💜
#GraduateArkansas #WAR #ArkansasBaptist #GrowingHope #AREducation
Class of 2026 — your graduation photos are now available! 🎓
The moments from your big day are on the website. Head to graduatearkansas.org/page/graduation-information to view and download yours.
To every graduate: you earned this. The road to this milestone was not a straight line for any of you, and that is exactly what makes the achievement so meaningful. We are so proud of every one of you.
Download your favorites, share them with the people who cheered you on, and tag us when you post — we would love to celebrate alongside you.
#ClassOf2026 #GraduateArkansas #Commencement2026
To the Gold Star families across Arkansas: we remember with you today.
📅 School will be closed on Monday in observance of this important national holiday. All classes and activities will resume as normal on Tuesday, May 26. Wishing everyone a safe, meaningful, and restful Memorial Day weekend.
🇺🇸 #MemorialDay #NeverForget #GraduateArkansas
Attention Class of 2026! Your graduation day is approaching quickly! On May 22, You will receive a punch card to guide you through the process including: Wellness screening, verification with Alumni relations, Chromebook collection, Refreshments, Cap & gown distribution and photo headshots. All graduates must arrive at 2:00 PM for check-in. Families and guests will not be allowed into the venue until 4:30 PM.
We are incredibly proud of what you have accomplished!
For Families and Guests, please remember to observe the venue and ceremony rules. Bags, balloons, noisemakers, confetti, food and drinks WILL NOT be allowed inside the venue.
➡️ Full details: https://www.graduatearkansas.org/page/graduation-information #GraduateArkansas #ClassOf2026 #AlmostThere
Attention family members and friends attending the graduation ceremony Friday, May 22!
IMPORTANT VENUE REGULATIONS FOR ALL GUESTS:
- NO bags permitted inside the venue
- NO balloons, noisemakers, or confetti allowed.
- NO food or drinks allowed in the auditorium
- Please arrive 30 minutes before the ceremony
- Silence all cell phones during the ceremony
- Remain seated during the graduate procession and diploma presentations
- Photography is welcome (no flash, please avoid blocking views)
- Do not sit in the designated graduate seating area
- Please hold extended celebrations until the conclusion of the ceremony
We appreciate your cooperation in making this a dignified and memorable event for all graduates and their loved ones.
➡️ Complete details: https://www.graduatearkansas.org/page/graduation-information
#GraduateArkansas #ClassOf2026 #GraduationWeek
Arkansas Connecting Kids to Coverage offers free support from enrollment specialists who can:
✅ Help you apply for AR Medicaid or ARKids First
✅ Complete renewal paperwork so coverage does not lapse
✅ Answer your questions at no cost to you
Enrollment is open year-round, and even if your child did not qualify before, they may qualify now.
📞 Call 800-272-1260
💻 Visit https://afmc.org/ckc
Healthy kids. Peace of mind for parents.
From the smiles to the surprises, we loved every chance to celebrate the educators who pour into our students each and every day. Thank you, teachers — you are the heartbeat of our school.
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #GraduateArkansas
Children ages 5–17 receiving SNAP, TEA, Medicaid Free, or Medicaid Reduced are typically enrolled automatically. Other families may still qualify but will need to apply.
👉 Check eligibility: ar.gov/SummerEBT
👉 Apply: access.arkansas.gov
Last year, this program helped 336,000 Arkansas kids. Take a moment to see if your family qualifies.
#GraduateArkansas #SummerEBT
Regena's compassion, care, and steady presence make Graduate Arkansas a healthier and more supportive place for every student who walks through our doors. We are beyond grateful for the way she shows up for our community each and every day.
Thank you, Ms. Regena! We appreciate you more than words can say! 🙌
#NationalNursesDay #ThankANurse #GraduateArkansas
This recognition reflects a powerful commitment to student and staff safety; ensuring life-saving training, equipment, and preparedness are in place when it matters most.
We’re proud to stand with partners like Arkansas Children’s and Project ADAM to help create safer school environments for everyone.
Big shout out to our own Nurse Stewart on leading our team!
👏 Way to lead with heart, Graduate Arkansas!
#HeartSafeSchool #GraduateArkansas #StudentSafety #ProjectADAM #ArkansasChildrens #SafetyFirst #StrongerTogether
Today is School Principals' Day, and we are celebrating Mrs. Kerri McNeal, Principal at Graduate Arkansas Charter High School.
Mrs. McNeal leads with heart, vision, and a deep care for the people around her. She knows that strong schools are built by strong teams, and she pours into our staff just as faithfully as she pours into our students. Whether it is a quick word of encouragement in the hallway, a thoughtful check-in during a tough week, or her steady presence in every meeting, she makes sure our team feels valued, supported, and equipped to do their best work.
Thank you, Mrs. McNeal, for leading with grace, for championing both our scholars and our staff, and for building a culture where people feel seen and cared for. We are grateful for you today and every day.
#SchoolPrincipalsDay #GraduateArkansas #LeadershipMatters
📣 Now Hiring: Teachers!
Graduate Arkansas Charter High School is looking for passionate educators to join our team:
🔬 High School Science Teacher
✏️ Special Education Teacher
✅ Must hold a valid Arkansas teaching license
Help us change lives, one diploma at a time. 🎓
👉 Apply today: https://www.graduatearkansas.org/page/employment-opportunities
💬 Know an amazing teacher? Tag them below or share this post to spread the word!
With graduation less than a month away, we are thrilled to announce that the Graduate Arkansas Charter High School Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony will be held at:
📍Little Rock Southwest Magnet High School
Gryphon Arena
9715 Mabelvale Pike
Mabelvale, AR 72103
🗓️ Friday, May 22, 2026
Join us as we celebrate our graduates and the incredible journeys that brought them to this moment. More information is available on our website at https://www.graduatearkansas.org/page/graduation-information
To our graduates: we are so proud of you. 💙
#GraduateArkansas #ClassOf2026 #Commencement
