The resolution recognizes the Arkansas Military and First Responders Academy during Career and Technical Education Month for its significant role in preparing students for careers in the military and as first responders. Located in Little Rock, Arkansas, the academy offers a tuition-free, college preparatory program that emphasizes a unique learning environment characterized by high academic standards, smaller class sizes, and personalized learning plans. The academy's mission is to promote excellence in students' lives through a culture of academic achievement, critical thinking, and leadership development.
The resolution highlights the academy's commitment to fostering accountability and discipline among its students, equipping them with essential skills for success in a rapidly changing world. It calls for the House of Representatives to formally acknowledge the academy's contributions and directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to key officials at the academy, including Commandant Lt. Col. Jason Smedley and Chief Academic Officer Dr. Kevin Durand.