Did You Know?
During World War II, approximately 10,000 U.S. Army Air Corps flyers were trained at the Pine Bluff School of Aviation, site of today's Grider Field Municipal Airport.
Education
Education is a top priority throughout the Metro Little Rock region. The 11-county region is home to over 50 Arkansas school districts, 180 elementary schools, 58 middle schools/junior highs, 75 high schools, 10 colleges and universities, 8 two-year colleges and well over 40 Arkansas private schools. Our elected leaders dedicate time and energy to the continued improvement of our school systems and higher education institutions.