📚 Eureka Springs School District administrators are getting energized for back-to-school season while attending the AAEA (Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators) Conference!
They’re diving into sessions on leadership, innovation, student success, and the latest updates in Arkansas education—bringing back fresh ideas to support our students and staff for an amazing year ahead! 🏫✨
Join
L-R: Caen Dowell- High School Principal, Rachal Hyatt- Director of Programs, Gail Hunter- Special Education Supervisor, Trina Bonham- Middle School Principal.
#AAEA2025 #EurekaSpringsSchools #LifelongLearners #LeadershipMatters #AAEALegacy
🚀 Exciting News from Eureka Springs Middle School!
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been awarded an Arkansas PLTW (Project Lead The Way) Grant to bring Design and Modeling to our upper middle school students! 🙌
This hands-on, minds-on course introduces students to the world of engineering and design. Using the engineering design process, students will:
🛠️ Sketch and model their own prototypes
💡 Explore 3D modeling and CAD software
🔍 Solve real-world problems through teamwork and creativity
We’re also excited to share that Ms. Ellis will be teaching this new semester course! With her passion for STEM and innovation, she’s ready to inspire the next generation of creators and problem-solvers.
Design and Modeling helps students build critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills—all while having a blast creating and innovating. It’s the perfect introduction to STEM pathways like architecture, engineering, and robotics!
A huge THANK YOU to the Arkansas Department of Education and PLTW for supporting future-ready learning at Eureka Springs! 🌟
#EurekaSpringsSchools #PLTW
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been awarded an Arkansas PLTW (Project Lead The Way) Grant to bring Design and Modeling to our upper middle school students! 🙌
This hands-on, minds-on course introduces students to the world of engineering and design. Using the engineering design process, students will:
🛠️ Sketch and model their own prototypes
💡 Explore 3D modeling and CAD software
🔍 Solve real-world problems through teamwork and creativity
We’re also excited to share that Ms. Ellis will be teaching this new semester course! With her passion for STEM and innovation, she’s ready to inspire the next generation of creators and problem-solvers.
Design and Modeling helps students build critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills—all while having a blast creating and innovating. It’s the perfect introduction to STEM pathways like architecture, engineering, and robotics!
A huge THANK YOU to the Arkansas Department of Education and PLTW for supporting future-ready learning at Eureka Springs! 🌟
#EurekaSpringsSchools #PLTW
📚✏️ Teachers never stop learning—especially in the summer!
Hannah Rankin, Zach Rankin, and Gideon Keas of ESMS just wrapped up the Reading Beyond Words summer conference with Crystal Bridges and Focus 5, and WOW—they're coming back inspired!
They explored how to:
🎨 Use American art as text
🎯 Build student agency through visual storytelling
👀 Model close looking to boost observation and critical thinking
This powerful training equips educators to integrate visual literacy into every subject, helping students become more engaged, empathetic, and analytical learners.
Big thanks to the presenters, Crystal Bridges, and Focus 5 who made this experience unforgettable! 🖼️📖💬
#LifelongLearners #CrystalBridges
Hannah Rankin, Zach Rankin, and Gideon Keas of ESMS just wrapped up the Reading Beyond Words summer conference with Crystal Bridges and Focus 5, and WOW—they're coming back inspired!
They explored how to:
🎨 Use American art as text
🎯 Build student agency through visual storytelling
👀 Model close looking to boost observation and critical thinking
This powerful training equips educators to integrate visual literacy into every subject, helping students become more engaged, empathetic, and analytical learners.
Big thanks to the presenters, Crystal Bridges, and Focus 5 who made this experience unforgettable! 🖼️📖💬
#LifelongLearners #CrystalBridges
🎉 Exciting news for Eureka Springs Elementary School! 🎉
We’ve been awarded a $5,000 Childhood Activity Grant from the Carroll County Community Foundation! 🙌 This grant is focused on increasing physical activity and fighting childhood obesity — and we’ve got a fun and engaging plan ahead!
With the funds, we’re purchasing an interactive wall and floor display system that combines learning with movement. Students will be able to play over 200 active games that blend academics and physical activity — think practicing multiplication facts while running across the floor, learning science vocabulary by jumping to the right answer, playing virtual soccer, or even exploring music by stepping on a giant piano! ⚽🎶📚
Of course, we love getting outside, but this is the perfect indoor option for those rainy or chilly days.
A huge THANK YOU to the CCCF for helping us keep our students active, engaged, and learning! 💙
📸 Pictured left to right: Janell Robertson (CCCF Executive Director), Rachal Hyatt (Director of Programs, Eureka Springs Schools), and Joe Scott (Chairman, CCCF Board of Directors)
#EurekaSpringsElementary #CCCF #ActiveLearning #HealthyKids #Grateful #LearningThroughPlay #GameOn
Reminder:
GREAT NEWS coming from the district!!
***Please note, students will need a clear or mesh backpack.
Additionally:
🗓 Registration: Elementary and Middle: June 24 from 8-12. High School: August 5th, 8-10am.
📚 First day of school is August 13th!
GREAT NEWS coming from the district!!
***Please note, students will need a clear or mesh backpack.
Additionally:
🗓 Registration: Elementary and Middle: June 24 from 8-12. High School: August 5th, 8-10am.
📚 First day of school is August 13th!
Reminder: Events Happening TODAY!!!
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📣 Mark Your Calendars, Eureka Springs Families!
🗓️ Open Registration is coming up for ALL students:
📍 Elementary: July 23 | 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 Middle School: July 23 & 24 | 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 High School: August 5 | 8 AM – 10 AM
🖥️ Or register online for ESHS: https://www.eurekaspringsschools.k12.ar.us/o/eshs/page/student-registration
✏️ New to the district? Come by anytime—we’re happy to help with enrollment and registration packets!
🚌 Also—don’t forget to complete the BUS REGISTRATION FORM for your student(s):
📝 Elementary: https://forms.gle/GCHFY764mhMf9rin9
📝 Middle School: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1LrYRZ2v93Atf66qlxGTjzvDQuFhZdKzLETSiWnzIBP8/viewform?edit_requested=true
📝 High School: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1w8Rf9U0zomFgxNrRP6P0I81TtmHg5Nhgn98xn3KNupo/viewform?edit_requested=true
Let’s get ready for an amazing school year! 🎒📚
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📣 Mark Your Calendars, Eureka Springs Families!
🗓️ Open Registration is coming up for ALL students:
📍 Elementary: July 23 | 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 Middle School: July 23 & 24 | 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 High School: August 5 | 8 AM – 10 AM
🖥️ Or register online for ESHS: https://www.eurekaspringsschools.k12.ar.us/o/eshs/page/student-registration
✏️ New to the district? Come by anytime—we’re happy to help with enrollment and registration packets!
🚌 Also—don’t forget to complete the BUS REGISTRATION FORM for your student(s):
📝 Elementary: https://forms.gle/GCHFY764mhMf9rin9
📝 Middle School: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1LrYRZ2v93Atf66qlxGTjzvDQuFhZdKzLETSiWnzIBP8/viewform?edit_requested=true
📝 High School: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1w8Rf9U0zomFgxNrRP6P0I81TtmHg5Nhgn98xn3KNupo/viewform?edit_requested=true
Let’s get ready for an amazing school year! 🎒📚
Wednesday is the day!
📚✨ Give your little one a great start! Enroll now for preschool at Eureka Springs Elementary! Help your child build a strong foundation through play, learning, and friendship. ❤️📅
📍Check out the flyer for dates and location — spots fill fast!
📚✨ Give your little one a great start! Enroll now for preschool at Eureka Springs Elementary! Help your child build a strong foundation through play, learning, and friendship. ❤️📅
📍Check out the flyer for dates and location — spots fill fast!
Wonderful Wednesday is coming!!! This week is a mix of art and STEM fun! Drop in from 10-2!
We hope to see you there! :)
📣 Let’s Talk PreK Registration! 🎒✨
We still have spaces available for the upcoming school year! If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by August 1st, they can qualify for our amazing Eureka Springs PreK program.
📍 Applications can be picked up at the elementary school office.
📞 Questions? Call us at (479) 253-8704
📧 Or email Nicole.winters@es.k12.ar.us
We can’t wait to welcome your little one! ❤️
We still have spaces available for the upcoming school year! If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by August 1st, they can qualify for our amazing Eureka Springs PreK program.
📍 Applications can be picked up at the elementary school office.
📞 Questions? Call us at (479) 253-8704
📧 Or email Nicole.winters@es.k12.ar.us
We can’t wait to welcome your little one! ❤️
📣 Mark Your Calendars, Eureka Springs Families!
🗓️ Open Registration is coming up for ALL students:
📍 Elementary: July 23 | 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 Middle School: July 23 & 24 | 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 High School: August 5 | 8 AM – 10 AM
🖥️ Or register online for ESHS: https://www.eurekaspringsschools.k12.ar.us/o/eshs/page/student-registration
✏️ New to the district? Come by anytime—we’re happy to help with enrollment and registration packets!
🚌 Also—don’t forget to complete the BUS REGISTRATION FORM for your student(s):
📝 Elementary: https://forms.gle/GCHFY764mhMf9rin9
📝 Middle School: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1LrYRZ2v93Atf66qlxGTjzvDQuFhZdKzLETSiWnzIBP8/viewform?edit_requested=true
📝 High School: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1w8Rf9U0zomFgxNrRP6P0I81TtmHg5Nhgn98xn3KNupo/viewform?edit_requested=true
Let’s get ready for an amazing school year! 🎒📚
🗓️ Open Registration is coming up for ALL students:
📍 Elementary: July 23 | 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 Middle School: July 23 & 24 | 8 AM – 12 PM
📍 High School: August 5 | 8 AM – 10 AM
🖥️ Or register online for ESHS: https://www.eurekaspringsschools.k12.ar.us/o/eshs/page/student-registration
✏️ New to the district? Come by anytime—we’re happy to help with enrollment and registration packets!
🚌 Also—don’t forget to complete the BUS REGISTRATION FORM for your student(s):
📝 Elementary: https://forms.gle/GCHFY764mhMf9rin9
📝 Middle School: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1LrYRZ2v93Atf66qlxGTjzvDQuFhZdKzLETSiWnzIBP8/viewform?edit_requested=true
📝 High School: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1w8Rf9U0zomFgxNrRP6P0I81TtmHg5Nhgn98xn3KNupo/viewform?edit_requested=true
Let’s get ready for an amazing school year! 🎒📚
Wonderful Wednesday is coming!!! See you there for FUN STEM activities! 🚀
🎉 Welcome, Trina Bonham – Our New Middle School Principal! 🎉
We’re excited to welcome Trina Bonham as the newest member of our team and the Middle School Principal at Eureka Springs!
With local roots in Green Forest, Trina is no stranger to our area, and we’re thrilled to have her back. She brings a wealth of experience in education as a former principal and educational consultant, and her track record speaks for itself.
Trina’s passion for student growth, her innovative ideas, and her dedication to building a positive school culture make her a perfect fit for our middle school. We can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make! 💙📚
Please join us in giving her a warm Eureka Springs welcome!
We’re excited to welcome Trina Bonham as the newest member of our team and the Middle School Principal at Eureka Springs!
With local roots in Green Forest, Trina is no stranger to our area, and we’re thrilled to have her back. She brings a wealth of experience in education as a former principal and educational consultant, and her track record speaks for itself.
Trina’s passion for student growth, her innovative ideas, and her dedication to building a positive school culture make her a perfect fit for our middle school. We can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make! 💙📚
Please join us in giving her a warm Eureka Springs welcome!
🚍 Bus Transportation Request Now Open! 🚍
Attention families of K-12 students: If your child will ride the bus at any time this school year, please complete the Bus Transportation Request Form now!
This form is available separately from the regular registration documents so we can help the bus shop plan routes and get accurate pick-up/drop-off times out to families.
✅ This does not replace your required school registration — be sure to complete both!
📝 ELEMENTARY: https://forms.gle/GCHFY764mhMf9rin9
📝 MIDDLE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1LrYRZ2v93Atf66qlxGTjzvDQuFhZdKzLETSiWnzIBP8/viewform?edit_requested=true
📝 HIGH: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1w8Rf9U0zomFgxNrRP6P0I81TtmHg5Nhgn98xn3KNupo/viewform?edit_requested=true
Thank you for helping us keep transportation running smoothly!
Attention families of K-12 students: If your child will ride the bus at any time this school year, please complete the Bus Transportation Request Form now!
This form is available separately from the regular registration documents so we can help the bus shop plan routes and get accurate pick-up/drop-off times out to families.
✅ This does not replace your required school registration — be sure to complete both!
📝 ELEMENTARY: https://forms.gle/GCHFY764mhMf9rin9
📝 MIDDLE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1LrYRZ2v93Atf66qlxGTjzvDQuFhZdKzLETSiWnzIBP8/viewform?edit_requested=true
📝 HIGH: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1w8Rf9U0zomFgxNrRP6P0I81TtmHg5Nhgn98xn3KNupo/viewform?edit_requested=true
Thank you for helping us keep transportation running smoothly!
We’re excited to welcome Aaron Applewhite to our Kindergarten team! Aaron brings a warm, energetic approach to early childhood education and is passionate about creating a classroom where young learners feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We’re thrilled to have him join our school family—please help us give him a big welcome!
We asked Aaron:
1️⃣ What inspired you to join Eureka Springs Schools?
Definitely the people, everyone has been so good to me since the first time I was in the building. The staff has been so helpful, and made me feel like a part of the team when I was a substitute. The students are enthusiastic, and make everything fun.
2️⃣ What’s one fun fact about you students might be surprised to learn?
I used to live on a boat. I spent 7 years in the Navy, and I was stationed on a destroyer for 5 years.
3️⃣ What was your favorite subject in school—and why?
Social Studies. I really liked learning about the Civil War when I was young. I've been to Bull Run, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, and many more Civil War battlefields.
4️⃣ What’s your favorite local spot to eat, shop, or unwind in Eureka Springs?
I really like Mei Li they have really good food, and cool shirts. There’s also a very good chance you’ll see me at Beam Me Up coffee shop.
We asked Aaron:
1️⃣ What inspired you to join Eureka Springs Schools?
Definitely the people, everyone has been so good to me since the first time I was in the building. The staff has been so helpful, and made me feel like a part of the team when I was a substitute. The students are enthusiastic, and make everything fun.
2️⃣ What’s one fun fact about you students might be surprised to learn?
I used to live on a boat. I spent 7 years in the Navy, and I was stationed on a destroyer for 5 years.
3️⃣ What was your favorite subject in school—and why?
Social Studies. I really liked learning about the Civil War when I was young. I've been to Bull Run, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, and many more Civil War battlefields.
4️⃣ What’s your favorite local spot to eat, shop, or unwind in Eureka Springs?
I really like Mei Li they have really good food, and cool shirts. There’s also a very good chance you’ll see me at Beam Me Up coffee shop.
🎉 Shoutout to Jessy Denton! 🎉
We are incredibly proud of Jessy Denton, who recently presented at the annual AAAE (Arkansas Association for Alternate Educators) Conference! She shared powerful instructional and behavioral strategies for the elementary classroom and represented Eureka Springs with professionalism and heart.
As if that wasn’t exciting enough—during the closing session, Jessy was named the Arkansas Elementary ALE Teacher of the Year! 👏🍎
Her passion and dedication shine through in everything she does, and we’re so proud of the model program she leads. Way to go, Jessy! 💛 #ProudDistrict #ALEExcellence #EurekaSpringsSchools
🌟 Welcome to the Team! 🌟
We’re excited to welcome Ms. Katie Lopez to the Eureka Springs Elementary family! She’ll be teaching 1st grade this year, bringing her enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for early learning to our youngest learners. We’re so glad to have her on board—it's going to be a fantastic year! 🍎✏️📚
We asked her:
1️⃣ What inspired you to join Eureka Springs Schools?
I was inspired to join Eureka Springs Schools because of the district’s strong reputation for academic excellence, community involvement, and its commitment to nurturing the whole student. I’m particularly drawn to the close-knit, creative environment that Eureka Springs is known for—both in the schools and the broader community.
2️⃣ What’s one fun fact about you students might be surprised to learn?
I have many pets! I have three pet rabbits named Charles, Baby, and Cookies, a pet bird named Popcorn, and a dog named Floyd.
3️⃣ What was your favorite subject in school—and why?
My favorite subject in school was photography and art. I love to create!
4️⃣ What’s your favorite local spot to eat, shop, or unwind in Eureka Springs?
My favorite places to eat in town are Local Flavor and Sparky's. I love to shop at Eureka Vintage and Outdoor.
We’re excited to welcome Ms. Katie Lopez to the Eureka Springs Elementary family! She’ll be teaching 1st grade this year, bringing her enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for early learning to our youngest learners. We’re so glad to have her on board—it's going to be a fantastic year! 🍎✏️📚
We asked her:
1️⃣ What inspired you to join Eureka Springs Schools?
I was inspired to join Eureka Springs Schools because of the district’s strong reputation for academic excellence, community involvement, and its commitment to nurturing the whole student. I’m particularly drawn to the close-knit, creative environment that Eureka Springs is known for—both in the schools and the broader community.
2️⃣ What’s one fun fact about you students might be surprised to learn?
I have many pets! I have three pet rabbits named Charles, Baby, and Cookies, a pet bird named Popcorn, and a dog named Floyd.
3️⃣ What was your favorite subject in school—and why?
My favorite subject in school was photography and art. I love to create!
4️⃣ What’s your favorite local spot to eat, shop, or unwind in Eureka Springs?
My favorite places to eat in town are Local Flavor and Sparky's. I love to shop at Eureka Vintage and Outdoor.
Hey elementary friends!
Join us for Wonderful Wednesday! We will be diving into some art project fun!!!
Join us for Wonderful Wednesday! We will be diving into some art project fun!!!
📣 It’s time to start welcoming our NEW staff members at Eureka Springs School District!
We’re excited for another year of wonderful learning — and thrilled to introduce Mrs. Ashley Wellman to our team! 🍎📚
Ashley is an author, local business owner, and experienced educator who has worked with students of all ages. This year, she’ll be bringing her passion and creativity to 2nd grade at Eureka Springs Elementary! 🎉
We asked her:
1️⃣ What inspired you to join Eureka Springs Schools?
Eureka Springs Schools feels like home. My two daughters attend our middle school, and I wanted to be part of a school community that values the arts, creativity, and kindness. Eureka Springs Schools felt like a perfect place to foster a love of learning and reading in my students while supporting them in becoming their best selves.
2️⃣ What’s one fun fact about you students might be surprised to learn?
I write children’s books! I’ve created stories about a skeleton named Fresno, classic fairy tales, curious creatures, and what ghosts do when tourists leave town!
3️⃣ What was your favorite subject in school—and why?
English (but math is a close second)! I loved getting lost in stories and seeing how words could create worlds, inspire people, and help us understand each other better. I'm excited about second grade, because that is the grade where I truly fell in love with books and reading.
4️⃣ What’s your favorite local spot to eat, shop, or unwind in Eureka Springs?
My favorite spot is Amused Fine Art & Extraordinary Books! It’s our family’s art gallery and bookstore downtown, filled with signed children’s books, whimsical art, and gifts that spark joy. It’s a happy place where stories come alive!
Help us give her a warm #EurekaWelcome! 💙✨
We’re excited for another year of wonderful learning — and thrilled to introduce Mrs. Ashley Wellman to our team! 🍎📚
Ashley is an author, local business owner, and experienced educator who has worked with students of all ages. This year, she’ll be bringing her passion and creativity to 2nd grade at Eureka Springs Elementary! 🎉
We asked her:
1️⃣ What inspired you to join Eureka Springs Schools?
Eureka Springs Schools feels like home. My two daughters attend our middle school, and I wanted to be part of a school community that values the arts, creativity, and kindness. Eureka Springs Schools felt like a perfect place to foster a love of learning and reading in my students while supporting them in becoming their best selves.
2️⃣ What’s one fun fact about you students might be surprised to learn?
I write children’s books! I’ve created stories about a skeleton named Fresno, classic fairy tales, curious creatures, and what ghosts do when tourists leave town!
3️⃣ What was your favorite subject in school—and why?
English (but math is a close second)! I loved getting lost in stories and seeing how words could create worlds, inspire people, and help us understand each other better. I'm excited about second grade, because that is the grade where I truly fell in love with books and reading.
4️⃣ What’s your favorite local spot to eat, shop, or unwind in Eureka Springs?
My favorite spot is Amused Fine Art & Extraordinary Books! It’s our family’s art gallery and bookstore downtown, filled with signed children’s books, whimsical art, and gifts that spark joy. It’s a happy place where stories come alive!
Help us give her a warm #EurekaWelcome! 💙✨
Plan to join us at Wonderful Wednesdays on Wednesday, July 2nd at the elementary school! It's time for fun Independence Day activities!
