Join us at UACCB for a Free Education Freedom Accounts (EFA) Workshop! Thursday, August 28 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

This session is specially designed for homeschool families interested in learning how EFAs can help fund and enhance their child’s education.

Dr. Darrell Smith will lead the workshop, covering:

• EFA eligibility requirements
• The application process
• Allowable expenses
• How to select approved vendors
• Tips for navigating the EFA portal

Dr. Smith will also be available to answer questions and provide hands-on guidance.

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how EFAs can support your homeschool journey!

Meet Our Speaker

Dr. Darrell Smith began serving the people of Arkansas as the Assistant Commissioner for School Choice and Parent Empowerment in April 2023. He oversees the Education Freedom Accounts, Charter Schools, Homeschool, and the Community and Family Engagement program in this role.

His 30+ year educational career began in Arkansas, where he served as a teacher, principal, and administrator at Little Rock Christian Academy helping one of the largest private schools in the country achieve National Blue Ribbon status. He has recently led schools in Texas and Oklahoma and three international schools to greater academic achievement and enrollment success. He has also served and led national accreditation teams, helping schools nationally and internationally achieve quality within a continuous improvement model.

Smith received his bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics from Baylor University, a master's in Counseling Psychology, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Liberty University.