by admin | Jul 28, 2022 | Education
Access to books is essential to building a reliable resource grid for Arkansas children and families. Realized through a SOAR (Successful Outcomes for Arkansas Readers) grant through the Arkansas Department of Education’s Division of Elementary and Secondary...
by Jennifer Glasgow | Feb 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
Oral health is a key indicator of children’s success. When kids experience cavities, it affects their abilities to eat, speak, play, and learn. Left untreated, tooth decay can lead to chronic absences, lower grades, and scores of adverse health and education outcomes....
by Jennifer Glasgow | Dec 7, 2020 | E8 Communities, Education, Health
When building a house it is best to start with a strong foundation. This applies to early brain development as well. The brain develops faster in a child’s first three years than any other time in life, laying the bricks and mortar of future learning and success. A...
by Jennifer Glasgow | Nov 16, 2020 | E8 Communities
It’s often said the most meaningful change starts locally. At Excel by Eight (E8), we know that to be true. That’s why we are partnering with communities across the state to help all Arkansas children thrive. In Conway County, an E8 Community, parents, educators,...
by Jennifer Glasgow | Sep 19, 2020 | Communities
The Conway County Community Foundation convened an E8 Steering Committee that includes three public school districts, a multifaceted youth and family service organization and family representatives. Participating organizations provided opportunities to get input on...
