ARKADELPHIA, AR – Arkadelphia Public Schools is proud to announce that it has been named a 2025–2026 Capturing Kids’ Hearts (CKH) National Showcase District. This marks the second consecutive year the district has received this prestigious honor, which recognizes excellence in fostering safe, connected, and relationally-driven school cultures.
To qualify for the district-level award, every campus within Arkadelphia Public Schools had to meet the rigorous standards required to earn the individual CKH National Showcase School designation. Our three campuses were honored for their outstanding implementation of these transformational processes:
Peake Elementary School - Third Consecutive Year
Goza Middle School - Fourth Consecutive Year
Arkadelphia High School - Second Consecutive Year
The National Showcase Schools award is given annually to campuses that demonstrate a high level of fidelity to the Capturing Kids’ Hearts process. This includes building strong teacher-student relationships, improving campus climate, and creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive emotionally and academically.
“This recognition reflects the intentional work and heart our staff bring to our students every single day,” the district stated. “Earning this for a second year in a row highlights our ongoing commitment to putting relationships first and ensuring every student feels seen, heard, and valued.”
Arkadelphia Public Schools continues to be a leader in heart-centered leadership, proving that a culture of care is the foundation for student success.
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About Arkadelphia Public Schools: Arkadelphia Public Schools serves the community of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and is dedicated to providing a quality education that prepares all students for future success through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.
About Capturing Kids’ Hearts: Capturing Kids’ Hearts equips educators with the tools to implement transformational processes focused on social-emotional well-being and relationship-driven campus culture. For more information, visit www.capturingkidshearts.org.