ADE Launches ACCESS Website

The Arkansas Department of Education is pleased to announce the launch of the ACCESS website. ACCESS, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders' key education legislation this spring, builds upon the transformational success of the LEARNS Act and focuses on aligning Pre-K to post-secondary education to ensure students graduate ready for enrollment, enlistment, or employment.

The website, available at https://access.ade.arkansas.gov/, is a one-stop location for all things involving implementation. Focusing on the six key aspects of ACCESS (Acceleration, Common Sense, Cost, Eligibility, Scholarships, and Standardization), the website provides details about each of the categories and links to additional information.

"We are excited to launch this new website," Dr. Ken Warden, commissioner of the ADE Division of Higher Education, said. "Like the LEARNS website, the ACCESS website serves as the go-to location for all aspects of the new law. As we begin the process of facilitating workgroups and developing resources, the website's resources will grow. We look forward to implementing ACCESS initiatives that will make higher education more attainable."

In addition to providing more information about each of the categories, the website includes a link to the legislation, frequently asked questions, and updates regarding ACCESS. The site also houses links to each of the colleges and universities in Arkansas and will include a link to the Direct Admissions Portal once developed.

The original press release can be found on the Arkansas Department of Education webpage: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Files/adelaunchesaccesswebsite_COMM.pdf.