Why spanking in schools needs to go

We believe we are seeing a cultural shift in how we view spanking at school in our state.

An update on school disciplinary practices in Arkansas

Understanding your school district’s school discipline policy is a great first step and could help you advocate for your child one day.

Administrative Win for the Child Care Workforce

If you’re an early childhood educator, you may now qualify for financial assistance for your own child care needs.

Arkansas’s babies aren’t getting everything they need

Arkansas was among 13 states across the United States to earn a bottom ranking.

Arkansas Students with Disabilities and LEARNS Vouchers

Every parent of a child with disabilities wants the best, most appropriate, environment for their student to thrive alongside their peers.

Untangling the Complexities of the Child Care Crisis

Even though other states have much higher costs, Arkansas families struggle just as much or more to find child care.

Arkansas’s Progress in Pre-K Remains Stalled

Every child in Arkansas deserve access to high-quality preschool programs.

Arkansas LEARNS sets a dangerous course for public schools

Despite calls for amendments from both sides of the aisle and considerable opposition from public school supporters, Gov. Sanders’ Arkansas LEARNS bill passed the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday and […]

AACF Statement on Governor Sanders’ LEARNS Act

There are components of this package that we may enthusiastically support, but “empowering” some Arkansas families should not come at the expense of others.

The Case for Increasing Teacher Pay in Arkansas

Arkansas’s salaries are low compared to the rest of the country, and even when compared to states closer to home.