Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
Empowering Lifelong Learners
At Fort Smith Public Schools, our commitment is to nurture every student's potential through top-tier academic instruction. The Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (CIA) department ensures a curriculum that's both state-aligned and deeply engaging for students. By investing in our educators and monitoring student progress, we're shaping successful, lifelong learners ready for college and careers.
Elementary Education
Secondary Education
Adult Education
Special Education
Empower Your Child's Future with FSPS
Our commitment to quality education at FSPS is reflected in our curriculum, diverse extracurricular offerings, and a team of experienced educators and support staff dedicated to every student's success.
Meet the CIA Leadership Team
![Dr. Tiffany Bone]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707848522/fortsmithschoolsorg/vsi60lh6lwyfmriolfst/DrTiffanyBone.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707848522/fortsmithschoolsorg/vsi60lh6lwyfmriolfst/DrTiffanyBone.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1707848522/fortsmithschoolsorg/vsi60lh6lwyfmriolfst/DrTiffanyBone.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1707848522/fortsmithschoolsorg/vsi60lh6lwyfmriolfst/DrTiffanyBone.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1707848522/fortsmithschoolsorg/vsi60lh6lwyfmriolfst/DrTiffanyBone.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1707848522/fortsmithschoolsorg/vsi60lh6lwyfmriolfst/DrTiffanyBone.jpg","width":2200}])
Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Dr. Bone serves as the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction in Fort Smith Public Schools. Dr. Bone joined the FSPS Education Team July 1, 2021. Prior to that she served in similar roles in both the Jacksonville North Pulaski County School District in Jacksonville, Arkansas and Pine Bluff Schools. She was also a principal in Bryant Public Schools for 8 years. While she was completing her doctorate, she worked as a visiting professor and principal coach at Arkansas Tech University. She has both wide ranging and specific experience in curriculum development, educational administration, professional development including the professional learning community processes, data analysis, career and technical education, and strategic planning.
Student Achievement and Accountability
Dr. Kellie Cohen Minton
Director of Student Achievement
Dr. Felicia Smith
Supervisor of Assessments and Support Programs
Laura Gladden
Supervisor of Curriculum and Professional Development
Krystle Smith
Supervisor of Special Programs, AP Program Coordinator
Instructional Services
Dr. Kimberly Starr
Director of Elementary Education
Dr. Tony Jones
Director of Secondary Education
Dr. Sarah Yancey
Supv Basic Skills Parent
Matthew Hominick
Director of Adult Education
Special Education
Domonique Alexander
Director of Special Education
Career Education and District Innovation
Dr. Gary Udouj
Director of Career Education and District Innovation
Dr. Samantha Hall
Asst Dir Of Innovation
Federal Programs & Strategic Initiatives
Caroline Neel
Director of Federal Program and Strategic Initiatives
Information Systems
Dr. Lori Yates
Director of Information Systems