The Wrecking Crew

The author of the bestselling “What’s the Matter with Kansas?” and more recently, “The Wrecking Crew: How Conservatives Rule,” Frank discussed his views on what he describes as the “misrule” of conservative government.

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Kickball Report

Well, we decided to do it again. Although a little rusty, the defending champions from the Clinton School won our first kickball game of the spring season, 6-5. 

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Diversity Day

As a teacher there last year, I knew that Beatrice would be a great speaker at the school and was excited when she accepted the offer to be a keynote speaker for the annual “Diversity Day.”  Each spring, the school commits a day that exposes a diverse topic resulting in a great educational experience for both students and faculty members. 

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My Week in Washington

I was privileged to attend National Council of La Raza’s (NCLR) Issue Briefing and Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C. last week.  I, along two other representatives from Arkansas, joined more than 400 participants from 35 states.

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Tyson Visits Clinton School

Tyson Foods chairman John Tyson, a member of the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees, stopped by the Clinton School this morning to visit with our students. Tyson discussed food policy, management philosophy, philanthropy and education, among other topics in an informal Q&A session with 30 students.

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Students Hit the Phones for Local Hospital

I joined three of my classmates, Ashley Davis, Emily Fischer and Olivia Wilmot, participating in the Committee For the Future’s Phone-A-Thon benefiting Arkansas Children’s Hospital and its new Injury Prevention Center.

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Volunteer to See

Clinton School student Nicholas Hall has an idea — combine his loves for travel and public service to create a new nonprofit. Volunteer to See would give people the opportunity to travel places and complete service projects where they go.

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From DeltaMade to Delta Arts

The event was organized by the Delta Visual Arts Center Committee and myself along with classmates Joanna Klak and Todd Moore.  We have been working on developing the Center since August, and this event was the public culmination of our efforts.

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Sarah Argue Lands Director Job

Congrats to Clinton School student Sarah Argue, who has been hired as the Director of Program Development at The Colon Club, a national non-profit seeking to promote colorectal cancer awareness and education.

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