Congratulations to our 1st and 2nd Quarter Holiday Island Elk’s Lodge Students of the Quarter. 1st Quarter Tener Schabacker and Madeline Fisher. 2nd Quarter Kameron Agresto and Anna Vaverka. Way to go, Highlanders!
⚽️ Spring Soccer Sign-Ups Are Here! ⚽️
It’s time to lace up those cleats and get ready for another great season!
📍 Location: ES Middle School – OLD Cafeteria
🗓 Sign-Up Dates & Times:
• Wednesday, 02/18 | 3:15–5:00 PM
• Saturday, 02/21 | 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
• Wednesday, 02/25 | 3:15–5:00 PM
• Saturday, 02/28 | 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
💲 Cost (Cash or Check Only):
• 4U / 6U – $35 ($25 if jersey not needed)
• 8U, 10U, 12U, 15U – $45 ($10 discount if jersey not needed)
📅 First Practice:
Tuesday, 03/03 at L’wood Ballfields (weather permitting)
15U will practice at the Track Field.
On-field registration will continue through March as team space allows.
Let’s play! ⚽️
We are proud to announce that Junior Cayson Henson has committed to serve in the Army National Guard! 🇺🇸
Cayson has selected the MOS 91D – Tactical Power Generator Specialist, a critical role responsible for maintaining and repairing power generation equipment, including diesel generators and internal combustion engines. These specialists ensure that power systems are operational and reliable — a vital component in sustaining field operations and mission success.
Congratulations, Cayson! Your future is bright, and we thank you!
🏀🔥 Hustlin’ Highlander of the Week- Sponsored by Island Airco 🔥🏀
Congratulations to Addison Blackwelder – Girls Basketball!
Coach Bower shares, “Addie has worked very hard to improve her game and the results have shown on the court. She is always given the toughest defensive assignment, and she has expanded her role on offense this season as well, leading our team in 3-point makes and free-throw percentage.”
Addie’s grit on defense and confidence on offense make her a huge asset to this team. We are proud of the hard work she puts in every single day! 💪🏽🏀
Keep hustlin’, Addie!
There will be no school on Monday, February 16th.
Join us for Senior Night at Highlander Arena! 🏀🎉
Tuesday, Feb. 10 | 5:00 PM
We’ll be celebrating our amazing senior athletes and club participants for their dedication, leadership, and Highlander pride. Come cheer them on and help us recognize all they’ve accomplished!
Tuesday, Feb. 10 | 5:00 PM
We’ll be celebrating our amazing senior athletes and club participants for their dedication, leadership, and Highlander pride. Come cheer them on and help us recognize all they’ve accomplished!
🔨 CTE Month Spotlight: Construction Technology 🔨
From Mr. Eckman
This week, we’re proud to feature our Construction Technology program and the incredible hands-on work our students are doing.
Right now, students are:
-Building bluebird houses and aquarium/display stands for Arkansas Game & Fish
-Completing OSHA 10 certifications in our Intro classes
Earlier this year, they:
-Built picnic tables for our new cafeteria
-Helped spread mulch on the elementary playground
This program is about real skills, real impact, and real futures. As student Drew Farrar shares:
“Participating in this program in high school has opened doors for me to continue my education in this area, as I’ve been accepted to Ozarks Technical College for Construction Technology.”
We’re proud of our students for building more than projects—they’re building their futures. 💪🏽🛠️
From Mr. Eckman
This week, we’re proud to feature our Construction Technology program and the incredible hands-on work our students are doing.
Right now, students are:
-Building bluebird houses and aquarium/display stands for Arkansas Game & Fish
-Completing OSHA 10 certifications in our Intro classes
Earlier this year, they:
-Built picnic tables for our new cafeteria
-Helped spread mulch on the elementary playground
This program is about real skills, real impact, and real futures. As student Drew Farrar shares:
“Participating in this program in high school has opened doors for me to continue my education in this area, as I’ve been accepted to Ozarks Technical College for Construction Technology.”
We’re proud of our students for building more than projects—they’re building their futures. 💪🏽🛠️
Here is the state required testing schedule for February! Please be sure students come prepared and well rested.
ESMS hosted the AGQBA Junior High Quiz Bowl Conference Tournament today (formerly known as Regionals), and our team showed up big! Despite several absences due to illness, they battled through to earn 2nd place, led by an All-Tournament performance from team captain Cael. Huge clutch moments from Christian and scorekeeper-turned-emergency-player Chase sealed the deal when it mattered most.
Next stop: Regional Tournament (formerly State) next Saturday! Let’s go, ESMS! 🧠🏆👏
!!!Middle School!!!
Update on School Pictures:
Due to sports pictures taking longer than anticipated, Middle School class pictures will now be taken on Friday, February 13th, along with Spring Pictures.
The QR code is still active and can be used to pre-order class pictures.
Our Scotties are leveling up! 📚🎉
Students at Eureka Springs Elementary are making big gains in Lexia, and their reading skills are growing every single day. We are so proud of the hard work they’re putting in!
As they "level up", students earn a token to visit our book vending machine—where they get to choose a brand-new book of their own. We love seeing the excitement, the thoughtful book choices, and of course… ringing the bell! 🔔📖
Way to go, Scotties! Keep reading and keep shining ❤️🖤
It's Career and Technical Ed Month! Today, we want to feature a senior in our Business Program!
🌟 CTE Spotlight: Holley Wood 🌟
The Academics 📚
By the end of her senior year, Holley will have completed three full CTE programs of study:
Retail Management
Digital Marketing
Hospitality & Tourism
The Leadership 🗣️
Holley isn’t just a participant; she is a leader. She has served as an FBLA officer since her freshman year, rising through the ranks from Secretary (9th grade) to Vice President (10th & 11th grade), and now leads the chapter as FBLA President.
Skills in Action: The Inaugural Pickleball Tournament 🥒🏓
Holley is currently putting her CTE skills to the ultimate test by organizing the Inaugural Pickleball Tournament.
-Digital Marketing: She designed a custom website for information and registration.
-Community Partnership: She partnered with the Eureka Springs Community Center.
-Philanthropy: The event supports FBLA initiatives, while a special donation jar will raise funds for Arkansas Alzheimer's to support caregivers of family members with Alzheimer's.
In Her Own Words:
"I highly recommend CTE for students who are looking to expand their abilities and knowledge in a real way that will stick with them for life. Practicing professional relationships, communication, and leadership are some of the most important skills to learn and they are the heart of Business CTE."
Congratulations, Holley (pictured with the camera), on a stellar high school career and best of luck in college studying Business and Accounting!
#CTEWeek #StudentLeader #FBLA #EurekaSprings #DigitalMarketing #PickleballTournament #FutureAccountant
🌟 CTE Spotlight: Holley Wood 🌟
The Academics 📚
By the end of her senior year, Holley will have completed three full CTE programs of study:
Retail Management
Digital Marketing
Hospitality & Tourism
The Leadership 🗣️
Holley isn’t just a participant; she is a leader. She has served as an FBLA officer since her freshman year, rising through the ranks from Secretary (9th grade) to Vice President (10th & 11th grade), and now leads the chapter as FBLA President.
Skills in Action: The Inaugural Pickleball Tournament 🥒🏓
Holley is currently putting her CTE skills to the ultimate test by organizing the Inaugural Pickleball Tournament.
-Digital Marketing: She designed a custom website for information and registration.
-Community Partnership: She partnered with the Eureka Springs Community Center.
-Philanthropy: The event supports FBLA initiatives, while a special donation jar will raise funds for Arkansas Alzheimer's to support caregivers of family members with Alzheimer's.
In Her Own Words:
"I highly recommend CTE for students who are looking to expand their abilities and knowledge in a real way that will stick with them for life. Practicing professional relationships, communication, and leadership are some of the most important skills to learn and they are the heart of Business CTE."
Congratulations, Holley (pictured with the camera), on a stellar high school career and best of luck in college studying Business and Accounting!
#CTEWeek #StudentLeader #FBLA #EurekaSprings #DigitalMarketing #PickleballTournament #FutureAccountant
📸 Photo Days Are Coming Up! 📸
Lots of photos will be taken later this week! Here’s what to know:
🏀 Thursday Morning:
Jr. High & Sr. High sports teams will have team and individual photos taken at the high school. (Forms will be sent home by coaches.)
📚 Thursday Afternoon:
Middle School classroom group pictures will be taken.
➡️ Middle School Individual Spring photos are scheduled for 2/13 — more details coming soon!
🌼 Friday:
Elementary classroom group pictures and individual Spring portraits will be taken.
Scan the code to order online!
Smile big! 😊
Lots of photos will be taken later this week! Here’s what to know:
🏀 Thursday Morning:
Jr. High & Sr. High sports teams will have team and individual photos taken at the high school. (Forms will be sent home by coaches.)
📚 Thursday Afternoon:
Middle School classroom group pictures will be taken.
➡️ Middle School Individual Spring photos are scheduled for 2/13 — more details coming soon!
🌼 Friday:
Elementary classroom group pictures and individual Spring portraits will be taken.
Scan the code to order online!
Smile big! 😊
Here are the events for the week!
🌟 February's Smokin' Good Work Winner: Cody Taylor 🌟
***Sponsored by Bubba's BBQ***
Cody Taylor, our 5/6 Science teacher at the Middle School, is making a big impact! From being instrumental in getting a new flagpole at the school to leading hands-on projects in his classroom, Cody always goes above and beyond. Always professional, always on point, and always bringing a smile—he makes learning fun and engaging for every student. 💛
Thank you, Cody, for your dedication and positivity!
***Sponsored by Bubba's BBQ***
Cody Taylor, our 5/6 Science teacher at the Middle School, is making a big impact! From being instrumental in getting a new flagpole at the school to leading hands-on projects in his classroom, Cody always goes above and beyond. Always professional, always on point, and always bringing a smile—he makes learning fun and engaging for every student. 💛
Thank you, Cody, for your dedication and positivity!
🌟 National School Counseling Week 🌟
We are so grateful for the incredible guidance, care, and support our school counselors provide every day. Mrs. Anna McIntyre, Mrs. Marjorie Kilby, and Mrs. Gena Wenger are truly unmatched, deeply loved, and greatly appreciated across our district. 💛
Thank you for everything you do to help our students succeed!
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek
📣 Kiddie Cheer Camp TIME Update 📣
We want to make sure that kids get plenty of practice time prior to the performance date.
-Practice on Friday, today, until 5pm (Parents are welcome to still come at 4:30 if plans have been made.)
-Practice on Monday until 5pm.
-The kids will perform at Tuesday’s game at 6:30!
Thank you for your flexibility, so sorry for the changes due to weather—we can’t wait to see them cheer! 💙📣
We want to make sure that kids get plenty of practice time prior to the performance date.
-Practice on Friday, today, until 5pm (Parents are welcome to still come at 4:30 if plans have been made.)
-Practice on Monday until 5pm.
-The kids will perform at Tuesday’s game at 6:30!
Thank you for your flexibility, so sorry for the changes due to weather—we can’t wait to see them cheer! 💙📣
🩷🩷Hey Dragons!!!🩷🩷🩷
The 7th/8th grade hiking trip planned for this Saturday will be postponed due to chilly conditions. Stay tuned for a new date!
See you Friday morning! ***Snow routes will run Friday morning and afternoon: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1698/Es/a47af96f-5096-44bf-8c1a-56ed1245bcfe/Bus-Snow-Routes-25-26.pdf?disposition=inline While we’ve seen a lot of melting, clearing, and road maintenance, please be mindful of slick spots on campus and Greenwood Hollow.
