Eureka Springs School District

SENIORS and Parents! You don't want to miss this information!!!

Today we had the honor of officially naming the elementary school office “Carolyn’s Corner.” Carolyn was a shining spot in our building for decades. She began coming to school in the 1980s when her dad served as superintendent for 19 years. When her mother, Miss Shirley, decided to sub, Carolyn came every day—and she never stopped. Over the years, she watched generations of local children grow up and always seemed to know every detail about the elementary. In many ways, she was the heartbeat of the school. We are deeply saddened by her passing, but her presence will continue to be felt each day. Naming our office “Carolyn’s Corner” ensures that her legacy of love, care, and dedication lives on in our school forever.

SEE YOU MONDAY, High School Parents!!!

🌟 High School Parent Night 🌟
📅 Date: Monday, September 29
🕓 Time: 4:30–6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Main floor of the high school (patio & main hallway near the office)

We’re excited to welcome all families to Parent Night! This will be a casual, informational evening designed to share resources, celebrate our programs, and connect with staff. (Please note: this is not a time for individual parent/teacher conferences.)

🎶 Food & Fun
The band will provide live music 🎵
Mr. Rusty will be grilling hot dogs for everyone to enjoy—free of charge 🌭

📌 Information Tables & Resources
Stop by to learn more about opportunities and support available for your student:
ATLAS Scores & Access Info – ELA Team
Home Access Center (HAC) – Mrs. Dickelman
Senior Information – Mrs. Wenger, School Counselor
Dyslexia Resources – Mrs. Elsey
Library & ESL – Mrs. Ledesma
EAST Program – Mr. Louderback
C4 Tech – Mr. Knight
NorthArk Med Pro Program – Mrs. Moix
FBLA/CIA – Mrs. Reed
Carnegie Library Card Drive – Mrs. April
Title 1 Information – Mr. Dowell

The evening’s main purpose is to share important Title 1 information while also giving families the chance to explore resources, ask questions, and enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere.

✨ We hope to see you there!

Here are the events for the week!

🍂🎃 What a fun Friday! Our Fall Fest lunch was the perfect way to celebrate our amazing staff. 🌭🍲 From chili dogs and Frito pies to pumpkin desserts, hot cocoa, and prizes—it was a day full of fall favorites and appreciation! A huge THANK YOU to Sunfest, Harts Family Center, and ESSD for your support in making our teachers feel so special, plus gift card prizes from Sparky’s, Java Dudes, and delicious desserts by Frances. 🍁❤️

🐻 A student favorite is back! 🐻 ESHS and Mr. Hearth are celebrating Fat Bear Week! 🎉 Who will take the crown this year? Cast your guesses below! 🤔👇

The Eureka Springs Elementary Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for October 15th and 16th from 3:00pm - 6:00pm and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books! Start exploring together: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/eurekaspringses2 #ScholasticBookFairs

🚴‍♀️ Hustlin’ Highlander of the Week 🚴‍♀️ Sponsored by Island Airco Congratulations to Jenna! 🌟 She’s not only the most dedicated rider on the mountain bike team, but also a true leader off the trail. Jenna spends countless hours helping her teammates get out on the trail—fixing bikes, planning rides, and encouraging everyone to keep the trails clear. Her constant drive to improve the team, paired with her positive attitude, makes her an incredible asset to the program. Way to go, Jenna! 👏💙

🐸🔬 Exciting things are happening in Mr. Taylor’s science class! Students had the opportunity to extend their learning with a hands-on frog dissection. Some future doctors and healthcare workers were thrilled to dive in, while others preferred the important role of scribe. 🙂 Either way, it was a great day of discovery and learning!

📣 High School Parent Night
📅 Monday, September 29
🕟 4:30–6:00 PM

Join us on the upper level for an evening of food, fun, and helpful information! 🌟

🍴 Hot dogs on the patio
🎶 The band will perform a short presentation
📚 Explore info booths on:

Title I
ATLAS test scores access
C4 & NorthArk
HAC
Senior Information
Library & Carnegie Library card drive
ESL & Dyslexia resources
School organizations
...and more!

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

📢 Flu Clinic!

Our district flu clinic will be held Wednesday, October 8th starting at 9:00 AM in the old middle school cafeteria.

✅ Forms will be sent home this week.
✅ Please return completed forms by Friday, October 3rd.
✅ Available for students in Grades K–12.
✅ Parents do not need to attend—just send the form back with your student.

Let’s keep everyone healthy this season! 🙂

📸 Capture Those Smiles!
Elementary School Picture Day is coming soon!

🗓 Date: Monday, September 29
🏫 Where: Eureka Springs Elementary

Dress your best and bring your brightest smiles—these memories last a lifetime!

Here are the athletic events for the week!

📢 Attention High School Students!

ATLAS interim testing begins Monday! 📝
-9th & 10th graders: Test in the mornings, Monday–Thursday.
-Be prepared: Arrive on time and bring your charged Chromebook.

Let’s start strong and do our best! 💪

🎨✨ Eureka Springs Schools Enter Year 2 as a Crystal Bridges Art Integration School! ✨🎨 We’re excited to continue our partnership with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art as a recognized Art Integration School! This program helps our teachers bring art into every subject, sparking creativity, critical thinking, and deeper learning for students. In our second year, students and teachers will: • Explore hands-on art experiences across subjects like math, science, and literacy. • Connect museum resources and exhibits directly to classroom learning. • Develop creative problem-solving skills and collaboration through art-based projects. Being a Crystal Bridges Art Integration School means our students get unique, enriching opportunities to see the world through the lens of art while building skills that go beyond the classroom.

🏴‍☠️🦜 Ahoy, mateys! Today be Talk Like a Pirate Day at Eureka Springs Elementary! Our young buccaneers set sail on adventures filled with laughter, learning, and a few hearty “Arrrrs!” along the way. 🌊⚓️ Shiver me timbers, what a fun way to bring joy and imagination into the school day! 🏴‍☠️

🌟 Hustlin’ Highlander of the Week 🌟 Congratulations to Kyler Erickson, nominated by teacher Matt Eckman, for representing the best of SkillsUSA! 💪 Work Ethic – Effort, Dedication, and Discipline Kyler is always ready to lend a helping hand—whether it’s repairing a broken-down car or working alongside special needs students to build picnic tables for our school. His determination to see every task through reflects the true spirit of a SkillsUSA member. We’re proud to recognize Kyler’s outstanding work ethic and leadership. 👏 ✨ Sponsored by Island Airco

REMINDER, Scotties!!!

📢 Ahoy, Mateys! 🏴‍☠️
Elementary students, mark your calendars — Talk Like a Pirate Day is sailing your way on September 19th! ⚓️🦜
Get ready for a day full of swashbuckling fun, pirate talk, and maybe even a few hidden treasures. Don’t miss out! 🏴‍☠️💰

🇺🇸 Happy Constitution Day! 🇺🇸 Today, classes across the Eureka Springs School District observed Constitution Day in creative ways! From fun videos and read-alouds, to book studies on the amendments, and even student-made memes to explain their meaning—our students engaged with the Constitution in ways that were both fun and meaningful. 📚🎥😂 We’re proud to see our students learning about the foundation of our democracy in such engaging ways!

🎨✨ BETTER TOGETHER! ✨🎨 Every student at Eureka Springs Elementary contributed their own colorful square to create one amazing collective art piece. Individually, each square is unique—but together, they form a full wall of color that celebrates our creativity and community. Eureka Springs Elementary truly is BETTER TOGETHER! 💙💛