This agreement is between Clay County District Schools and Arkansas State (ASU) for ASU students to participate in internships, practicums, and observations under the direction of a certified educator in Clay County schools.

Without this agreement, interns and pre-interns cannot be placed in Clay County District Schools and would thereby prevent potential teacher candidates from choosing Clay to begin their career.

Clay County District Schools currently has agreements with 26 Colleges/Universities and this will be the first time an agreement has been made with Arkansas State University.

Placement of interns provides teacher candidates with real-world experiences that better prepares them for the rigors of classroom teaching.  Arkansas State is currently requesting the placement of one student.

Goal 5: Develop and support great educators, support personnel, and leaders.  

Strategy 5.1: Recruit, screen, hire, and retain top candidates that reflect the diversity of each school, our district, and community.

That the Clay County School Board approve the agreement  between Clay County District Schools and Arkansas State University.