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Unlock Your Students' Potential With AR AIMS.

AR AIMS opens the door for all middle school and high school students in Arkansas to reach their academic potential by offering high quality, student centered teacher training and support to empower teachers to become more effective in advanced instructional methods and strategies.

What's New @ AIMS?

New Custom Workshops designed specifically for the needs of teachers! We come to you! Schedule at YOUR convenience.

Integrating Science and Engineering Practices within Arkansas Science Standards

The training focuses on engaging students in the 3-D model of science learning, emphasizing three-dimensional inquiry where science is something students actively "do" in the classroom.

Writing Strategies and Support for Standardized Assessments

Instructional strategies and best practices will be covered including working with the ATLAS rubric, pre-writing skills, writing assessment, editing & revision, as well as the modes of writing to be tested on the exam.

Writing Strategies and Support for Standardized Assessments

Instructional strategies and best practices will be covered including working with the ATLAS rubric, pre-writing skills, writing assessment, editing & revision, as well as the modes of writing to be tested on the exam.

Upcoming Opportunities

ArkanasAIMS offers many training opportunities to its members. Browse by category for upcoming opportunities

AR AIMS SUMMER 2027 WORKSHOPS

June 29
 - 1, 2027

FALL 2026 AP ENGLISH WORKSHOP

October 26
 - 27, 2026

AR AIMS SUMMER 2027 WORKSHOPS

June 29
 - 1, 2027

Writing Strategies and Support for Standardized Assessments

Instructional strategies and best practices will be covered including working with the ATLAS rubric, pre-writing skills, writing assessment, editing & revision, as well as the modes of writing to be tested on the exam.

AP English Mock Reading Workshop

March 15
 - 16, 2027
The AR AIMS Advanced Placement English Mock Reading Workshop will be held March 15 & 16, 2027. This workshop is for teachers of AP English Literature, AP English Language, or Early High School English teachers (suggested grade levels - 9th or 10th grades) who wish to gain more experience applying the 6 point rubrics and assessing AP essay responses. Participants will work under the leadership of a Question Leader who is currently serving as an AP Reader at the College Board's national AP Readings as well as training in small group settings (tables) with a Table Leader who is an experienced AP English Reader.

AR AIMS SUMMER 2027 WORKSHOPS

June 29
 - 1, 2027

Integrating Science and Engineering Practices within Arkansas Science Standards

The training focuses on engaging students in the 3-D model of science learning, emphasizing three-dimensional inquiry where science is something students actively "do" in the classroom.

AR AIMS AP Science Spring Mock Reading Workshop

April 5
 - 6, 2027
The AR AIMS Advanced Placement Science Mock Reading Workshop will be held Monday and Tuesday, April 5-6, 2027. This workshop is for teachers of AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, and AP Physics 1 who wish to gain a deeper insight and experience in scoring AP science free response questions to better prepare students for the AP Exam in May. Participants work under the leadership of an AP teacher who are experienced AP Reader at The College Board's national AP Science Exam Readings as well as training in small group settings (tables) with lead AP teachers from Arkansas. We will score the released 2026 FRQ for AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, and AP Physics 1. Multiple Choice question options will be sent to participants upon registration for the event.

Writing Strategies and Support for Standardized Assessments

Instructional strategies and best practices will be covered including working with the ATLAS rubric, pre-writing skills, writing assessment, editing & revision, as well as the modes of writing to be tested on the exam.

Opening the door for every student to reach their academic potential.

7k+

Teachers Trained

Since 2014, teachers across Arkansas have been using AR AIMS workshops, trainings, and resources.

130+

Partner Schools

Partnering with schools across Arkansas to help drive positive educational results.

1400+

Students Educated

Since 2015, students across Arkansas have attended AP Summer Boot Camp and AP Super Saturday events.

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AR AIMS opens the door for all middle school and high school students in Arkansas to reach their academic potential by offering high quality, student centered teacher training and support to empower teachers to become more effective in advanced instructional methods and strategies.

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