How many members are in the Fort Smith School District?
The Fort Smith Public School District is governed by a seven-member Board of Education. Four members are elected by zone while three are elected in at-large positions. The FSPS BOE will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, August 9, 2021 for a work session.
Does Fort Smith School District discriminate?
In compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws, the Fort Smith Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, genetic information or disability in its employment and educational practices.
I am sure you have noticed this phrase on every menu. This year it really takes on new meaning- It seems the "supply chain" issue we have heard about in the news is a real problem. Therefore, we will only be publishing about 2 weeks worth of menus at any one time. As soon as the market corrects itself, we will resume publishing monthly menus. I am sorry for any inconvenience, but I want to be sure to advertise to you and your students a true menu, not one with multiple changes weekly
I am sure you have noticed this phrase on every menu. This year it really takes on new meaning- It seems the "supply chain" issue we have heard about in the news is a real problem. Therefore, we will only be publishing about 2 weeks worth of menus at any one time. As soon as the market corrects itself, we will resume publishing monthly menus.
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Food insecurity in Fort Smith
Arkansas ranked fourth highest in the nation for child food insecurity in 2020, according to Feeding America, the largest domestic hunger-relief organization. A 2019 study conducted by the Urban Institute found that one in four children was food insecure in Sebastian County.
Benefits for the school district
The more families who apply for the program, the more funding the school district will receive for school resource officers, nurses, social workers, student reading support, tutoring, summer academic camps, professional learning opportunities for teachers and support for English language learners.
Benefits for families
For families that meet the income qualifications, they can qualify for additional benefits including reduced internet costs and discounts on SAT and ACT testing.
Stability amid uncertainty
Christian described how the meals program supported children whose parents and guardians faced unemployment or lower incomes due to the pandemic.
