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A Word From The Coordinator
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We had a great turnout for our Welcome meeting in August! I hope it was helpful to all the new families in attendance, and I truly appreciate all the returning members (the board, the mentor committee, the committee heads) who were there to help make the meeting a success. We also moved the library in August! It was as easy as shooting fish in a barrel. Thanks to Velvet and her crew working to pack everything ahead of time, with the right tools and organization, the guys were able to get our arsenal of knowledge moved in no time.
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I am hopeful that everyone is off to a great start on the school year. I know from experience that sometimes we have ideas of grandeur, then reality comes crashing down and can leave us feeling a wide array of emotions. I hope that you will share how things are going with other moms at our events so we can encourage and support each other whether things are good or difficult.
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The mentoring committee is going to reboot “Spotlight on Moms”. Anyone who is interested can fill out the Google form and email a picture of themselves to me for use on our Facebook page. How often we share a “Spotlight on Mom” to our Facebook group will depend on how many moms fill out the Google form. The hope is that you will find someone you have something in common with, learn of a skill another mom has, etc, so that it might be easier to go up to someone at an event and start a conversation. Spotlight on Mom
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Board News
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Board Meeting Dates
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The next REACH Board meeting is set for September 12.
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Membership News & Reminders
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Signup Reminder
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Remember that most REACH Events will include a signup link for you to fill out if you plan to attend. This allows those planning to have a headcount prior to the day of the event. If you fail to sign up for an event, there is a possibility that the organizer will not be prepared. The goal is to never have to turn anyone away from an event, but please be aware of your responsibility. Check for a signup link for any REACH function your family plans to attend. Links are available in the Newsletter, website Calendar, and weekly Monday Reminders.
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REACH T-Shirt Orders
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The REACH T-shirt order form will remain open for any late orders. All late orders and payments must be submitted by September 5. Feel free to pass the link along to family members who may be interested in purchasing a shirt to support REACH.
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Welcome New Members!
Please join us in welcoming new members:
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Eric and Katie Houghton live in Russellville and have three children: Isaac, age 4, Adeline, age 2 and Hudson, who is not yet 1. Katie will help with PSP.
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Danielle Freeman lives in Pelsor and has two children, Keagan, age 8 and Kayden age 3. Danielle will be part of the Book Sale Committee.
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David and Kelly Little live in Dover and have a daughter, Emalyn, who is 5. Kelly will be helping out with the Field Trips.
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Atticus and Victoria O'Brien live in Russellville. They have three children: Macy, age 12, Magnolia, age 6, and Levi, age 3. Victoria will help with Clubs.
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Jacob and Liz King live in Dover. They have four children, Avery age 8, Lucas, age 6, Liam, age 5, and Noah, age 2. Liz will be participating in the PSP Committee.
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David and Cassie Smith live in Dardanelle and homeschool their son, Hoyt, age 11. Cassie will lead an Intensive this year.
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Rubne and Gisela Rodriguez live in Russellville, AR and have three children: Lily, age 13, Anthony age 10, and Emmanuel age 5. Gisela will be part of the Administration Committee.
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Josh and Sarah Jefferson live in Maumelle and have a daughter, Joanna age 4. Sarah will be part of the Field Trip Committee.
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Hunter and Lacee Howell live in Dover and have two children: Reed, age 5 and Magnolia, age 3. Lacee will be helping out with PSP.
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Joel and Debbie Arivett live in Pottsville. They have three children: Brynnlee, age 10, Berklee, age 7, and Wynn Jones, age 3. Debbie will be on the Testing Committee.
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Spencer and Kaleena Colling live in Russellville. They have two boys: Noah age 6, and Shepherd, age 3. Kaleena will be participating in the PSP Committee.
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Alex and Caitlin Cravens live in Russellville and have two sons: Kingston, age 5 and Zion, age 4. Caitlin will help plan a Field Trip.
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Paul and Star Stivitts live in Russellville, AR and have two children: Reya, age 10, and Joshua age 7. Star will plan an Intensive.
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REACH Meetings
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Join us for a fun day at the park on September 8. Bring your own sandwich and the PSP Committee will supply drinks, chips, and dessert. Also, bring camp chairs.
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REACH participates in the Scripps Spelling Bee Program. Our REACH Bee will be held Tuesday, November 7th at 6 p.m. at Twin Oaks Baptist Church in Clarksville, AR. There will be three age categories: K-2nd, 3rd-5th, and 6th-8th. The top two winners from the 6th-8th, and the top winner in the 3rd-5th will advance to the Pope County Spelling … Read more
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Are you getting ready for the Handicraft Fair? It's almost 2 months away, but we know how quickly the time will pass. If you've already started your crafts, great! If not, there's still plenty of time to get ready. The Handicraft Fair will be from 2-4 p.m. on October 30 at Fellowship Bible Church. Please be watching your Monday Reminders and emails for a Google form that I will send out for families that are participating. If you need ideas or just have questions, please feel free to contact me.
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PSP Day-Parties/Skating/Parks
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Clubs Fall 2023
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We've got a lot of great Clubs in the works for the fall semester, offering opportunities to learn, serve, and have fun with other REACH students and parents. See details below and be watching for email announcements and reminders as well as the September/October newsletter for sign up instructions and details on more REACH Clubs!
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If you would like to host a Club for REACH, please send your idea to Lauren Scott at lauren.jesusismyjoy@gmail.com. Try to include as much of the following information as possible: club name and brief description, age limits (if any), name of club sponsor (person responsible for organization/handling of the club), contact information for club sponsor, sign-up process (Google Form, e-mail, text), location, name of site contact (person responsible for the meeting location), times and dates for club, student limit (if any), supplies needed (if any).
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Kickball Club - September/October/November
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Attention REACH members ages 8-14 (turning 8 any time this semester is fine): Come and join the Kickball Club! All you need to bring is a water bottle. There is a park nearby for younger siblings to play. Read more
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The Needy Paws Club will be meeting again this year! Here are the details: First Friday of each month from 10-12 (September through May) All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. An adult from each family will be asked to sign a liability waiver by Needy Paws. Read more
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Tweens aged 9-12 can come to paint a piece of pottery at Pottery Worx. There is a fee of $1.50 per tween to help cover the cost of renting the space (paid to Kristen Brown on the day of the party) plus the cost of pottery (paid to Pottery Worx). There are magnets, small figures, and mugs that range from … Read more
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Come and join us for a story, snacks, crafting, and playtime! This month, we will be reading "The Monster at the End of This Book," starring lovable, furry old Grover from Sesame Street. After the story, we will enjoy some monster cupcakes and craft our very own monster paper bag puppets! Read more
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This ministry club meets at Stella Manor and is for all ages. Students must have an accompanying adult to participate. This is a great opportunity for our kids to gain experience playing, singing and/or reading in front of others, but the greatest experience is being around older people who just need someone to show them love. Read more
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Ultimate Frisbee Sign-Up Link The deadline to sign up is September 22, 2023. Come join in with other 6th-12th grade students playing the fun game of ultimate frisbee. All you need to bring is lots of energy and a water bottle.
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Come join us for Park Days! We will be meeting during the same time as Ultimate Frisbee Club so the younger siblings can play! Even if you don't have a child participating in the Ultimate Frisbee Club feel free to come hang out! There is no signup required. This is NOT a drop-off event.
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Come and join us for a story, snacks, crafting, and playtime! This month, we will have a "double feature" by reading "Monster Toddler" and "Please Mr. Panda." After the story we will enjoy some donuts and craft pom-pom pandas! Read more
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Intensives Fall 2023
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REACH Intensives are one-time intensive learning opportunities. An intensive can be scheduled on one day or be spread over two days if necessary. In the past, we've had intensives on knot tying, teaching Latin, cooking, etc. Perhaps this year we could have intensives for things like art, home skills, writing, etc. Be watching announcements and the next Newsletter for more details on Intensives for this fall.
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Do you have an idea for a REACH Intensive? Email Lauren Scott at lauren.jesusismyjoy@gmail.com with your idea and any details you have worked out already.
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Field Trips
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Join us for some fun at Lake Dardanelle State Park! Read more
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REACH is headed to the pumpkin patch and we would love for you to join us! Please read the following carefully - it is a lot of information! Read more
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Teen Events
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Scavenger Hunt! Please read the entire post. There is very important information. We will begin at the Lake Dardanelle State Park at one of the pavilions near the pier. We will divide into teams and assign the teams to an adult driver. Read more
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It's time for the traditional teen marshmallow wars! REACH has some marshmallow guns, or you can bring your own. You will indicate this on the sign-up form so we know how many are needed. Marshmallows for “ammunition” will be provided by the teen committee. Read more
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Our 2022-2023 yearbooks are in! Feel free to contact Leslie to pick up your book.
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Now, we are looking for 4 or 5 high school students to serve on our staff for this year. Students need to have an interest in things such as: design/layout, photography, editorial work, etc. Students must be able to make commitments to class meetings, home assignments, and participation in REACH activities. A laptop is required for class. Yearbook may be a half-credit elective course but please don't use it just for that purpose. If students don't have a heart for the work, they will not apply themselves to it. If your student is interested, please contact Leslie Conditt. Our meeting schedule will be determined by what works best for the majority.
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2023-2024 yearbooks will be $39.36 and may be purchased starting Sept. 1. This price includes a fundraiser amount of $5. If you are new to REACH or have not ordered in the past, you will need to create an account with TreeRing. You will need this code to link your account to our book: 1014951323491804.
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GIVE TO REACH
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FlipGive - To become a team member, use code C339UZ when prompted.
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Fresh Roasted Coffee and Artisan Tea
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Box Tops 4 Education To join Box Tops 4 Education, you will need to use the Box Tops phone app to scan receipts within 14 days of purchase. Please select the Education Alliance of Little Rock as the school of choice.
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REACH Codes/Information
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REACH Library Information
Reminder: Please note that this information is for current REACH members only.
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The Library Information is being updated with the transition of the REACH Library. Be watching your email for upcoming announcements concerning its reopening as well as the new policies and procedures.
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Local, State, or National Events
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**The following are not REACH-sponsored events but are provided for informational purposes only.**
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FREE Community Event:
"Blame it on Wayne" (a clean funny movie that was directed by and stars REACH's own, Ryan Taylor)
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Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 5pm in the Lecture Hall on the ATU Campus.
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