Initiatives

The Osceola/South Mississippi County Chamber of Commerce is proud to conduct or promote a variety of initiatives, events, and programs that enrich the business community and area.

On September 30th the Co-Chairs of the Education Committee went and presented the AR Scholars presentation to the 8th and 9th-grade classes of Osceola and Rivercrest. Pictured are Co-Chairs Gloria Phillips and Melissa Calvert with students from each school.

Educator of the Quarter/Year Awards

Starting in the 2015-2016 academic year, the Osceola/SMC Chamber will recognize three Educators of the Quarter: one each from Osceola School District, Rivercrest School District, and Arkansas Northeastern College. From those that will accumulate over four quarters, an Educator of the Year will be selected. In addition to the recognition, recipients will also receive monetary awards.

The nomination process will be conducted online, and is open to anyone that wishes to recommend an individual for consideration. Anyone that is employed at either of the three institutions is eligible for nomination, regardless of title, accolades, length of employment, or level of education. "It is an educator award, not exclusive to teachers or instructors, as all school employees have a direct impact on student success," says Chamber Director Ammi Tucker. "It may be a school bus driver that keeps a student encouraged to continue school, or a cafeteria staff member that holds conversations to keep them academically accountable. Every school employee matters."

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Arkansas Scholars

Arkansas Scholars™ is a program that gives students good reasons to do well in high school. Students are asked to meet a set of criteria that will prepare them for both the workplace and additional education after high school. The program is centered on academic achievement for a broad range of students.

Educator Incentives

Perfect Attendance Bonuses: Monetary bonuses will be awarded each semester for educator perfect attendance.

OML&P Utility Deposit Waiver: We want our local educators close to home, and thanks to the support of the City of Osceola, all employees of the three local educational institutions are eligible for waived utility deposits for new connections with Osceola Municipal Light and Power. All that is needed is proof of employment, proof of residence (lease or purchase agreement), and fill out a small form at the cashier counter.

Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon

A relaxing lunch with fun, laughs, and prizes for the adminstrative professionals of local businesses.

Industrial Appreciation Golf Tournament

An invitation-only free tournament for local industries as a thank you for their support and commitment to our local communities.

Member Lunches

Informational meetings held quarterly with programs that are of interest to local business and the area. For 2016, lunches will be held the last Wednesday of February, May, and August.

Annual Meeting & Banquet

Year-end gathering of Chamber members to celebrate the year's successes and look forward to the coming possibilities. Incoming Board of Directors members are presented. Awards are also given to Outstanding Large Business, Outstanding Small Business, and Volunteer of the Year. Held mid-November.

Biannual Legislative Reception

Day trip to the Arkansas State Capital Building and reception lunch open to all state legislators and their staff.

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