The Izard County STEM High School and Middle School have earned recognition for academic growth from the University of Arkansas’ Office for Education Policy (OEP).
The Outstanding Educational Performance Awards, presented by the OEP, are given to schools where students demonstrate significant improvement on the ACT Aspire assessments. These awards highlight academic growth, which the OEP describes as a key measure of a school’s positive impact on student learning.
The recognition places Izard County’s schools among institutions making notable strides in supporting student achievement. Specific details regarding the schools’ performance metrics or their ranking among other schools in Arkansas were not disclosed in the announcement.
The ACT Aspire test is administered statewide and serves as a measure of student progress in core subject areas. Schools receiving the awards often demonstrate their ability to foster improvement in students at various levels of performance.
The Outstanding Educational Performance Awards program is designed to encourage and celebrate growth, a reflection of efforts in school leadership, teaching, and student engagement. The recognition is a testament to the dedication of educators and students in Izard County.
Additional information about the awards and other honorees statewide can be found through the Office for Education Policy at the University of Arkansas.