AR HR1088

Designates March 19, 2025, as rootEd Day in Arkansas to honor rootEd advisors and celebrate student success in postsecondary education

The Department of Education partners with Heartland Forward and rootEd Alliance to place college and career advisors in rural high schools

rootEd advisors provide mentorship, resources, and guidance to students in underserved rural areas to increase college enrollment and workforce readiness

The program supports job access in health care, construction, manufacturing, supply chain, education, and high-speed internet infrastructure sectors

Success relies on collaboration between school districts, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations to strengthen Arkansas's workforce and economic future