Today our buildings are a sea of red as students and staff come together to support Dyslexia Awareness Day! ❤️📚
From our youngest learners to our amazing staff, everyone is wearing red to support reading and showing that we’re all in for each other. We LOVE the energy, the spirit, and the support shining through every hallway.
From our youngest learners to our amazing staff, everyone is wearing red to support reading and showing that we’re all in for each other. We LOVE the energy, the spirit, and the support shining through every hallway.




We’re excited to be attending the District VI FBLA Fall Leadership Conference at Arkansas State University Mountain Home! 🙌
Our chapter officers, along with officers from across District VI schools, will be officially installed into their respective offices for 2025–2026.
We’re proud to have 20 students representing us this year — our largest group since 2020! 💙✨ #FBLA
Our chapter officers, along with officers from across District VI schools, will be officially installed into their respective offices for 2025–2026.
We’re proud to have 20 students representing us this year — our largest group since 2020! 💙✨ #FBLA



Have you ever seen blocks THIS big?! 👀🧱
Our preschoolers sure have — and they’re loving every minute of it! From towering castles to cozy forts, their imaginations are running wild with our brand-new BIG blocks. It’s all about big ideas, big teamwork, and even bigger fun!



You are cordially invited to attend our Scholastic Book Fair on October 15th & 16th from 3:00pm - 6:00pm! You can get prepared by visiting https://www.scholastic.com/bf/eurekaspringses2, where you can also create a Book Fair eWallet. It’s gonna be the Best. Fair. Ever! #ScholasticBookFairs

🧪 Our 8th graders are diving into science with a hands-on lab measuring the density of aluminum! Students practiced measuring, graphing, math skills, and experimental design—all while exploring how science connects to real-world problem solving. Great job, 8th grade! 👏




Halloween weekend, you don't want to miss the ESHS Musical Theatre production of The Addams Family! Two shows: Saturday, 11/1 @ 7:00 and Sunday, 11/2 @ 3:00 at the ESHS Auditorium. Tickets available at the door or online at: https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/PD802-305
This spooky, kooky show is sponsored by CS Bank. Feel free to wear a costume, we will!
This spooky, kooky show is sponsored by CS Bank. Feel free to wear a costume, we will!

🔥🚒 Fire Safety Month Kickoff! 🚒🔥
A big thank you to the Eureka Springs Fire Department for helping us open October with Fire Safety Month! Our students learned all about how a fire truck works, practiced safe habits in an emergency, and even experienced a simulated smokehouse to make the best decisions during a real-life situation. What an exciting and educational day! 👩🚒👨🚒





Reminder... Don't forget to wear RED tomorrow:
Wednesday, October 8th, in support of Dyslexia Awareness Day!
Wednesday, October 8th, in support of Dyslexia Awareness Day!

⚖️ Weighing In on Math with Mrs. Scott’s Class! 📏
Mrs. Scott’s class is learning how to calculate math operations using weight! Students explored and compared the weights of different objects using grams, pounds, and ounces, then discussed which measurement unit was the best choice for each object. Hands-on learning at its best—these students are measuring, reasoning, and having fun while mastering real-world math skills!




Wednesday is the Flu Clinic!
Our district flu clinic will be held Wednesday, October 8th starting at 9:00 AM in the old middle school cafeteria.
✅ Available for students in Grades K–12.
✅ Parents do not need to attend—as long as you sent the form back with your student.
Let’s keep everyone healthy this season! 🙂
Our district flu clinic will be held Wednesday, October 8th starting at 9:00 AM in the old middle school cafeteria.
✅ Available for students in Grades K–12.
✅ Parents do not need to attend—as long as you sent the form back with your student.
Let’s keep everyone healthy this season! 🙂

🎉 Congratulations to our Chess Team! ♟️
Our Eureka Springs players took home a big win in their first tournament of the season at the Flippin Grand Prix!
🏆 William finished in the sole lead with a perfect 5/5 record, while Draven, Bonus, and Sonny tied with six others for third place with 4/5.
Although it was an individual competition, Eureka came in first by team scores, ahead of schools like Haas Hall Bentonville, Little Rock Central, and Harrison!
👏 We’re so proud of this incredible start—good luck as the team heads to Little Rock Central High on October 25th for their next competition!
Our Eureka Springs players took home a big win in their first tournament of the season at the Flippin Grand Prix!
🏆 William finished in the sole lead with a perfect 5/5 record, while Draven, Bonus, and Sonny tied with six others for third place with 4/5.
Although it was an individual competition, Eureka came in first by team scores, ahead of schools like Haas Hall Bentonville, Little Rock Central, and Harrison!
👏 We’re so proud of this incredible start—good luck as the team heads to Little Rock Central High on October 25th for their next competition!
📣 You're Invited!
Eureka Springs School District invites all parents, guardians, and community members to attend our Annual Report to the Public!
📅 Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 p.m.
📍 Location: ESSD Administration Boardroom
Join us as Superintendent Bryan Pruitt and district leaders share important updates, celebrate progress, and outline future plans for our schools. This is a great opportunity to stay informed and engaged in your child’s education and the direction of our district.
👩🏫 Presenters Include Mrs. Trina Bonham · Mrs. Clare Haozous · Mrs. Gail Hunter· Mrs. Rachal Hyatt · Mr. Caen Dowell · Mr. Rick Mann
📝 Topics on the Agenda:
• Gifted & Talented & AP Programs
• Special Education
• Federal Programs
• Student Test Data
• District Financial Overview
• Superintendent’s Report:
- Student Demographics
- Accreditation Updates
- Bullying Report
- Future Building Projects:
🏗️ FEMA Safe Shelter
🚗 Elementary Parking Lot Improvements
🚌 Bus & Maintenance Facility
🏫 Old Cafeteria Renovation
The Regular October School Board Meeting will follow immediately after.
Eureka Springs School District invites all parents, guardians, and community members to attend our Annual Report to the Public!
📅 Date: Monday, October 13, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 p.m.
📍 Location: ESSD Administration Boardroom
Join us as Superintendent Bryan Pruitt and district leaders share important updates, celebrate progress, and outline future plans for our schools. This is a great opportunity to stay informed and engaged in your child’s education and the direction of our district.
👩🏫 Presenters Include Mrs. Trina Bonham · Mrs. Clare Haozous · Mrs. Gail Hunter· Mrs. Rachal Hyatt · Mr. Caen Dowell · Mr. Rick Mann
📝 Topics on the Agenda:
• Gifted & Talented & AP Programs
• Special Education
• Federal Programs
• Student Test Data
• District Financial Overview
• Superintendent’s Report:
- Student Demographics
- Accreditation Updates
- Bullying Report
- Future Building Projects:
🏗️ FEMA Safe Shelter
🚗 Elementary Parking Lot Improvements
🚌 Bus & Maintenance Facility
🏫 Old Cafeteria Renovation
The Regular October School Board Meeting will follow immediately after.

🎉 Happy National Principals Month! 🎉
Every October, we celebrate the incredible leadership of school principals and the powerful impact they have on students, teachers, and our community. This month is all about recognizing their dedication, vision, and hard work in creating supportive learning environments where students can thrive.
💙 Join us in celebrating our amazing principals:
🍎 Mrs. Haozous – Elementary School
📘 Mrs. Bonham – Middle School
🎓 Mr. Dowell – High School
Thank you for everything you do to lead, inspire, and make Eureka Springs Schools the best it can be! 🌟
Every October, we celebrate the incredible leadership of school principals and the powerful impact they have on students, teachers, and our community. This month is all about recognizing their dedication, vision, and hard work in creating supportive learning environments where students can thrive.
💙 Join us in celebrating our amazing principals:
🍎 Mrs. Haozous – Elementary School
📘 Mrs. Bonham – Middle School
🎓 Mr. Dowell – High School
Thank you for everything you do to lead, inspire, and make Eureka Springs Schools the best it can be! 🌟

📸 Mrs. Jester’s high school students are hard at work on their EAST projects — giving back to the community while earning service hours and building valuable job skills! We’re proud of their dedication and creativity in making a positive impact! 💪✨




Here are the athletic events for the week!

Eureka Springs School District will be celebrating Dyslexia Awareness Day on Wednesday, October 8th. Please join us in wearing red!

What a great weekend adventure! 🌞
Mrs. Bonham, our ESMS principal, invited students and teachers to sign up for a weekend hike at the river — and several joined in on the beautiful Saturday! 🥾🌿 It was the perfect day for exploring nature and making memories together.








Dr. Wellman’s 2nd graders just finished reading The BFG by Roald Dahl! 📚 They’ve been diving into narrative storytelling and are now watching the movie to compare and contrast it with the book. Students will explore how characters are described in text versus how they appear on screen—learning storytelling from page to screen! 🎬✨





🌟 Hustlin’ Highlander of the Week 🌟
Congratulations to Mars Clubbs, sponsored by Island Airco!
Coach Bower shares, “Mars is a great leader for us. She makes gutsy digs, gives great serves, and we are proud of her leadership. Her best quality is the way she helps to share her knowledge of the skills of the game with her teammates. Keep up the good work, Mars!”
Way to go, Mars! 👏🏐 #HighlanderPride

☕👮♂️ Happy National Coffee with a Cop Day! 👮♀️☕
Our kindergarteners had some very special visitors Wednesday morning—officers from Eureka Springs PD, a Carroll County Sheriff’s deputy (with a K9 partner 🐾), and an Arkansas State Trooper.
A huge thank you to the officers for spending time with our students—and to the Eureka PD officer who brought a special snack for the kids. What a wonderful way to connect and learn together! 💙







