Events
National School Choice Week 2026
Jan. 25-31, 2026
Student Rally
This event has been canceled due to winter weather creating unsafe road conditions.
Jan. 28, 2026
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Robinson Center, Little Rock
Schools of all kinds are invited to join us for a celebration of the many types of education in Arkansas and the students who thrive in those different learning environments! School leaders are invited to bring their students to enjoy an entertaining program – and are further invited to propose their own students to be on stage! We’re looking for student speakers, color guard, someone to sing the national anthem, other vocal or choral performances, cheer, dance, marching band and other suggested entertainments to keep the tempo up.
Fill out the form below to register attendance of a student group. You will find space to suggest student performers on the registration form.
Shrinky Dinks
This event has been canceled due to winter weather creating unsafe road conditions.
January 26, 2026
4 p.m.
Monticello Branch Public Library
Find information about school choice options and programs available in Arkansas. Students will have the opportunity to decorate and personalize a provided FREE key chain or ornament to take home! Refreshments provided.
Design and Shine Notebook Decoration
February 26, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Blytheville Public Library
Come find information about different school options! Students each receive a FREE notebook and materials to personalize and take it home with them!
Wildlife Discovery Day
February 26, 2026
1 p.m.
Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center, Jonesboro
Find information about school options and bring students to enjoy live animal programs, crafting, nature videos and all the Nature Center has to offer!
Registration closed due to capacity
Put Paint to Paper
March 21, 2026
10 a.m.
Pine Bluff Public Library
Families can explore educational options while students can get inspired to make their own artwork — all supplies provided! A professional artist will be on hand for guidance and questions. FREE event!
Past Events
2025 Student Focused Teacher Led Conference
An annual professional learning conference for Arkansas educators hosted by The Reform Alliance and open to all educators in all roles from any type of school or learning provider. Stay tuned to this page for information about the next conference!
