Acorn High School’s Lyle is 2023 Region IV New Teacher of the Year

Biloxi, MS—The Region IV Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) announced Mindy Lyle, family and consumer science teacher at Acorn High School, as the 2023 Region IV ACTE New Teacher of the Year.

This award recognizes new CTE teachers who have made significant contributions toward innovative and unique career and technical education programs and have shown a professional commitment early in their careers. Candidates are evaluated on the following criteria: contributions to student success, innovations in CTE, and leadership in the local or greater CTE community.

Lyle is the family and consumer science teacher, and Family, Career, & Community Leaders of America advisor at Acorn High School. She is in her fifth year of teaching and is extremely passionate about Career and Technical Education and the opportunities it provides to her students. She is very involved in FCCLA. In the last five years, Acorn FCCLA has had six regional officers, two state officers including the state president, one national officer candidate, and numerous regional, state and national Star Event winners. She serves as the by-laws chair for the Arkansas

Association of Family & Consumer Science Teachers, vice president of Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Kappa Chapter, Arkansas ACTE FACS bylaws chair, on the Arkansas FCCLA State Executive Council and Arkansas FCCLA Foundation Board. She is an Arkansas FCCLA master adviser and a National FCCLA Master Adviser.

She earned a Bachelor of Professional Studies, early childhood from Arkansas Tech University, and a Master of Arts in Teaching 7-12 from University of Arkansas at Monticello.

Lyle is certified in family consumer science, business technology, and career development. She enjoys being able to bring both her education and field experiences into the classroom to provide students with meaningful connections and experiences that help them in their future careers.

Mindy and her husband, Kris, have five sons, two daughters, and one grandson.

Lyle was one of six finalists for the 2023 regional title after winning the state title in July. Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas were represented. The regional winner was announced at an awards luncheon, recognizing the best CTE educators in the region. The event took place on March 31 at

Boozman applauds Congressional Youth Cabinet participants

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) applauded his 20222023 Congressional Youth Cabinet on Thursday, April 6 as participants presented their legislative proposals regarding homelessness, higher education affordability and community service.

The high school juniors shared their ideas with the senator during presentations at the Arkansas State Capitol. The students selected issues to address at their first meeting in the fall and collaborated throughout the year to craft their teach me a little more about politics and communication. I learned about the difficulties of communicating with partners in different areas and different ways, and I also learned that everyone has different views. A few of my members brought up ideas I never even thought about!”

3rd Congressional District group leader Harrison Henry attends Fayetteville High School and said, “It is evident that Senator Boozman values the youth of today and understands the importance of shaping us as leaders for tomorrow. Through recommendations. In addition to policy suggestions, the students were encouraged to describe how their proposal would be funded and implemented.

“I was impressed with the dedication and hard work from these young leaders throughout the year as they researched and collaborated on their public policy solutions,” Boozman said. “They balanced a lot of priorities and I appreciate their willingness to learn and share their ideas with me. I am confident they will continue to be leaders who give back to their communities and hope their participation in the Congressional Youth Cabinet has given them a valuable window into public policy and public service.”

BreAnn Fultz-Foster Osceola High School student who served as the 1st Congressional District group leader, said, “This Cabinet has been very beneficial to the Youth Cabinet, the Senator gave us a voice and opportunity to contribute to the significant work he does in Congress. I am very grateful for this opportunity.”

“Being a group leader of Senator Boozman’s Youth Cabinet has been an honor. I have loved attending meetings and collaborating with fellow members,” Rison High student and group leader for the 4th Congressional District Fallon Johnson said. “This has helped me with coordinating groups and handling communications and reminders. I’m truly grateful for the opportunity and for the people I’ve had the opportunity to work with.”

The Congressional Youth Cabinet is designed to give students first-hand experience with the democratic process and an opportunity to learn how public policy impacts them, their families and their communities.

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4/20 - Cossatot @ Arkansas High

4/25 - Cossatot vs. Subiaco

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4/20 - Cossatot vs. Foreman

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4/24-4/28 - District Tournament

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