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ArkansasIDEAS connects K-12 educators with quality, ADE-approved PD and educational resources.
ArkansasIDEAS is Internet Delivered Education for Arkansas Schools. In 2005, the Arkansas Legislature passed Act 2318 which created a partnership between the Arkansas Educational Television Network (AETN) and the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) to provide equitable access to high-quality, online professional development for all licensed educators in Arkansas.
06/05/2026
💙 New Course Now Available on ArkansasIDEAS
Choose Tomorrow: Youth Su***de Awareness & Prevention
Supporting student mental health starts with awareness, connection, and timely action. This new course equips educators with the knowledge and tools needed to recognize warning signs, understand risk and protective factors, and respond appropriately when students are in crisis.
Through expert discussions, real-world scenarios, and personal stories, participants will explore:
✅ Youth su***de awareness and prevention
✅ The importance of relationships and communication
✅ How technology can pose risks—and serve as a prevention tool
✅ Strategies for responding to crises and supporting school communities
The course emphasizes a powerful message: small actions—listening, asking directly, and showing care—can save lives. Building a supportive school culture is one of the strongest ways to protect student well-being.
👉 Find out more at ArkansasIDEAS.org and help foster safe, connected school environments.
06/04/2026
📢 New Course Now Available on ArkansasIDEAS!
Unveiled: Daisy Bates and Johnny Cash
Discover the powerful story behind Arkansas’s decision to honor Daisy Bates and Johnny Cash with new statues in the U.S. Capitol. Through this documentary-based course, you’ll explore:
✅ The lives and legacies of Bates and Cash
✅ How adversity shaped their paths and purpose
✅ The role of art and storytelling in preserving history
✅ The significance of representation in Statuary Hall
Follow the journey from concept to creation—and see how courage, resilience, and compassion continue to shape Arkansas and the nation.
🎥 Watch now and bring Arkansas history to life in your learning!
🎬 Now Available on ArkansasIDEAS!
Working Together: Building Meaningful Family and Community Engagement in Arkansas Schools
Family and community engagement plays a vital role in student success—and building those connections takes more than good intentions.
In this new course, host Freddie Scott (Arkansas Department of Education) guides educators through:
✔ Building trust with families
✔ Strengthening communication
✔ Creating inclusive engagement opportunities
✔ Leveraging community resources
Through expert insights and real examples from Arkansas schools, you’ll learn how to turn engagement plans into meaningful action that supports student achievement and well-being.
👉 Watch the video and explore the course today!
The finish line is near! Complete your final course and register by June 4 to be eligible for recognition in the ArkansasIDEAS ACA250 PD Challenge.
Don’t miss out! Visit arkansasideas.org
12/19/2025
Exciting News for Educators!
As part of the ArkansasIDEAS Arkansas Celebrates America250 PD Challenge, educators who complete the challenge and register for the final prize will also be entered into monthly drawings for small goodie prizes courtesy of ArkansasIDEAS! It’s our way of saying thank you for your dedication and encouraging you to spread the word about this exciting opportunity. Join the challenge today and celebrate professional growth with us!
👉 ideas.myarkansaspbs.org
11/18/2025
Heads up!
The ArkansasIDEAS portal will be down for scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, November 18.
We appreciate your patience while our team works to keep everything running smoothly.
Thank you for understanding!
Calling all Arkansas educators! Join the ArkansasIDEAS Celebrates America250 Professional Development Challenge and grow your skills while celebrating our nation’s history. Complete pre-selected courses for a chance to win an exciting educational prize package!
Visit ArkansasIDEAS.org to learn more.
Learning never looked so rewarding!
Arkansas Department of Education
New Course Alert from ArkansasIDEAS!
"Moments That Matter: Identifying and Responding to Signs of Child Maltreatment" is now available for both certified and non-licensed educators in Arkansas.
This essential training equips educators with the knowledge and tools to recognize and respond to signs of child maltreatment—because every moment matters when it comes to protecting children.
Visit ArkansasIDEAS.org to get started today!
07/16/2025
NEW professional development course coming soon from ArkansasIDEAS!
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| Wednesday | 7am - 5:30pm |
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