Welcome to AAAE

The Arkansas Association of Alternative Educators is an organization whose membership is made up of teachers and administrators responsible for providing effective education programs in alternative environments through out the state.

A.A.A.E. has three main goals:
  • Provide an instrument through which educators can communicate and network statewide with other Alternative Educators.
  • Gather and disseminate information which is relevant to Alternative Educators.
  • Provide a unified voice for Alternative Education practitioners in Arkansas.



AAAE Election of Officers

The following are positions that will be voted upon during the annual conference in Hot Springs.

There are currently appointed people serving in these positions and they will need to be officially elected.

The AAAE Constitution states that the openings in district and state offices of the organization must be posted on the AAAE Website for 30 days, starting prior to June 1 and allowed to stay posted for 30 days.

If you are interested in running for one of these positions please notify Jacque Reese. Nominations may also be sent to Jacque.Reese@hmhpub.com.
We will post a complete list from the nominating committee after the official time for the notice outlined in the AAAE Constitution (revised, 2011.)

Voting will take place during the AAAE state conference this summer.

Please visit the AAAE Constitution on this website for the criteria and duties of each of these positions.




Through the non-profit FIRST Center each participating ALE has an opportunity to participate in a specifically designed "club" experience for ALE students. These three sessions are designed to fully train and educate ALE personnel in this exciting club opportunity.
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Congratulations Dalton Makamson!

Secretary of State Mark Martin recently recognized Magazine EAST student, Dalton Makamson, for his efforts to conceptualize and design the Pygmalion Commision website.
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2012 AAAE Alternative Education Conference

July 16-18, 2012
Embassy Suites Convention Center
Hot Springs, AR

CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS

AAAE is now accepting Proposals for Presentations at our 2012 Alternative Education Conference.

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One Student At A Time

Click here for Conference At A Glance.



Ann Burns Smith STAR Scholarship

Applications are now being accepted for the Ann Burns Smith STAR Scholarship.

Deadline for application is June 20, 2012.

Click here to download application packet.


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The Common Core State Standards Initiative was developed in collaboration with teachers, school administrators, and experts, to provide a clear and consistent framework to prepare our children for college and the workforce.

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Mann-Lincoln Scholarship

Rachelle Stewart from Shirley, Arkansas was the 2010 Horace Mann - Abraham Lincoln Fellowship honoree. Read about her experience and learn about submitting your application in the future.

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Why It Works

Interesting interview with Franklin Schargel of Schargel Consulting Group. In this video Mr. Schargel strongly supports what we do and why it works.

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Share Your Lesson Plans!

Do you have a lesson plan that has been successful for you and your students?
Share it with other Alternative Educators!

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Khan Academy

Khan Academy uses technology to provide a free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. A library of videos covers everything from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus, chemistry, economics & biology.
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Share The Great Things You Do!

We live in the "information age" yet communication still seems to be a stumbling block. Storytelling is one of the oldest forms of communication in the world. You change lives every day! Now is the time to share your story through the medium of video!
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Coming Soon To Texarkana!

The National Institute for Young Adults recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each student. NIYA's curriculum skillfully weaves artistic and practical disciplines into everyday academics. Students learn to follow their curiosity, to think creatively, and to work both independently and cooperatively with others.
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Sample ALE Program Submission Forms

Below are links to Sample ALE Program Description Submission Forms.
Sample - Decatur School District
Sample - Lonoke School District
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Annual Award Nominations!

AAAE is accepting nominations for annual awards to acknowledge:

  • Outstanding AAAE Administrator
  • Outstanding AAAE Educator
  • Friend of AAAE.
Click here for the nomination form.



Good News!

We love to share happy, positive news about our students and our programs!
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Online PD !

Alternative Education Professional Development Courses Available Online!
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Join AAAE!

Become a member of Arkansas Association of Alternative Educators!
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Pygmalion Commission

Supporting non-traditional education.  Learn More >>>



AAAE Constitution

The AAAE Constitution amendments were voted upon and passed at the July Conference.    Learn More >>>