My name is April Manning and I am honored to serve as Director of East Village Elementary.  I have over 15 years of experience in education having been a classroom teacher, behavior interventionist, and assistant director.  I also have experience in social services working with youth and adult mental health.  I hold a Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Masters in Education from Arkansas State University, Masters in School Counseling from the University of Central Arkansas, and Education Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership & Building Administration from Arkansas State University.

At East Village Elementary, we will foster a spirit of excellence in all that we do.  Together, we will focus on the use of data to inform instruction, emphasize academic, social, and emotional growth, and provide exciting and challenging enrichment opportunities that focus on assuring the rigor of instruction. My goal is to provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where everyone thrives.  Through the school year, we will work together to provide our students the best opportunities in preparing for the world, ready to master challenges placed in their path. I look forward to serving and building relationships with the students, staff, and families of EVE!