Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my good friend, our superintendent of Little Rock Public Schools, Mike Poore. Mike has decided to retire, and I wish him a happy and healthy retirement. In 2016, Mike made the move from northwest Arkansas to Little Rock with the goal of transforming the district, which at the time was under the control of the State. {time} 2045 In March 2020, when the world turned upside down because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Mike did not skip a beat. He worked to make sure every teacher and every student had the technology needed to continue learning with as little disruption as possible. He worked mightily with the district teachers and staff to make sure students were back in the classroom. Madam Speaker, that was a great accomplishments of our State to have over 80 percent of our kids in the classroom during the midst of the pandemic. Mike led that way. His other accomplishment included raising money for students in the community, increasing teachers' salaries, and being named Arkansas' Superintendent of the Year. Madam Speaker, I thank Mike for his service and dedication to the Little Rock School District, his long-lasting impact in our community is appreciated. Congratulations and our best wishes for his retirement. Recognizing Eagle Scout Marcal Young”