Eureka Springs School District

ES Youth Soccer Sign-up TODAY! 3:15-5:00 in the Middle School Cafeteria

The Highlander golfers hit the trail again tomorrow at Diamond Hills. Match tees off at 4:00. Wish us luck!!

Elementary Parents: The American Academy of Pediatrics and other experts recommend that you keep your child home sick if they are experiencing the following symptoms: 1. Fever 2. Diarrhea 3. Persistent cough or difficulty breathing 4. Severe pain (like a migraine headache or severe earache) 5. Severe sore throat 6. A significant rash, especially when other symptoms are present 7. Large amounts of discolored nasal discharge 8. Pink eye These could be signs of a contagious illness, like strep throat, the flu, or even COVID-19. If your child is ill, please call or text our school nurse, Meghan Wolfinbarger, at 479-244-0004. Nurse Meghan can advise you on next steps, return dates and can excuse your child's illness-related absences. Thank you!

High School Parents, I would like to invite you to our Title I Parent Night on Tuesday, August 23rd, at 5:00pm in the Eureka Springs High School Auditorium. We will discuss pertinent information for all high school students to have a successful school year at ESHS. We will also cover uses of our Title I funds. I would really encourage all parents to attend this in person event, meet teachers and find out about what our great school has to offer. We will also have a meet and greet for our new Band and Agriculture Teachers after the meeting so please make plans to attend. Respectfully, David Gilmore Principal ESHS

Wishing good luck, straight shots, and pure putts to the Highlander Golf team as we travel to our first match in Huntsville America. Fore!!!

Our awesome Art teacher, Mrs. Shelby, asked her students to draw a picture of her this week. We think they nailed it! Thanks for making Art class so fun, Mrs. Shelby!

The Eureka Spring Youth Soccer Club is beginning its Fall Season sign-up on the following dates: Wednesday August 24th from 3-15 to 5.00pm Saturday August 27th from 9am-11-30am Wednesday August 31st from 3-15 to 5.00pm Saturday September 3rd from 9am- 11.30am Location: All sign-up events at Eureka Springs Middle-School cafeteria.Cost is $35 registration fee per player for Fall Season to include uniform. Please bring cash or check-no cards taken. Teams available , 6 and under (no younger than 4) , 8U, 10U 12U thru 15 and under. Fall season runs thru September and October , and if make up needed , 1st week of November.

Samaritan's Feet Shoe Giveaway will be August 21st from 2-5 PM at the Eureka Springs High School courtesy of Eureka Springs Rotary Club.

ESES Families, Please send a water bottle for your child. We offer filtered water at school for all students. Thank you!

Please join us for our district-wide Open House on Thursday, August 11 from 3:00 - 4:30!

Parents and Students, I just want to take a few minutes to say how excited everyone is that school is about to get underway for the 22-23 school year. All students start back on August 15th with the tardy bell ringing at 7:55, and the dismissal bell at 3:05. We have several new staff members including Mr. Oliver teaching history, Ms. Crowley teaching band, Mrs. Fortson teaching agriculture, Ms. Rorick teaching English, Ms. Capps teaching resource, and we want to welcome back Mrs. Mann as our Choir Teacher. Everyone has been working hard to plan classroom instruction and has been attending summer training to make this the best school year ever. We are focused on providing an excellent educational atmosphere as always with an emphasis on safety. All students will be given school supplies and a Chromebook, but students will be responsible for providing a backpack. Just a reminder to parents and students that we require clear or mesh backpacks only. To provide students with a strong educational experience, attendance is key. Students may not miss more than ten days per semester. According to handbook policy, the school will only accept six absences with a parent phone call or hand written note. Doctor notes and other professional notes are always accepted. Students that have a positive Covid Test provided by a medical facility will not be counted absent. They are encouraged to stay caught up on work daily so they do not fall behind on their school work. As always, the school is here to help our students succeed and flourish. We encourage positive and meaningful communication with school officials and teachers. Please reach out to us if you have any questions or comments about your student's progress. I also want to emphasize that we want students working during class time so cell phone use in the classroom is not permitted. Students may use cell phones between classes and at lunch if used responsibly. We encourage parents to keep up with their student's progress by checking grades and attendance on Home Access Center (HAC). Federal funding to pay for student meals is no longer available so meals will no longer be free for the 22-23 school year. Please fill out the free and reduced application to see if you qualify for help with meal prices. The application can be found on the school website. If you have any questions, please reach out to the high school office for assistance. I look forward to a strong partnership with our parents and students this year for a successful school year. Thanks, David Gilmore Ed.S Principal Eureka Springs High School

Hi! I’m Taylor Dannenfelser and I am so excited to be teaching Preschool this year at Eureka Springs Elementary! I moved to Eureka Springs from Wisconsin 3 years ago with my husband, 2 children, and our energetic German Shorthair Pointer. Eureka Springs Schools have welcomed us with open arms and made us feel at home, so I am honored to be starting my teaching career here. I graduated with my Bachelor’s in Science and then obtained my Mortuary Science Degree. I recently decided it was time for a career change and began my Master’s in Teaching at ASU. I love watching children learn and grow so I know I’m right where I am meant to be. I’m truly looking forward to a year of growing together and planting seeds of kindness wherever possible!

It's time to start practicing school bedtime routines! (Did you know elementary students need 9-12 hours of sleep each night?)

High School students please complete all registration paperwork and pay all fees online. If you’re planning to attend registration on Tuesday August 2 please see the times listed below.

Hi, my name is Todd Block. I am excited to be teaching 8th grade Math at the middle school this year. I am originally from Nebraska, where I taught 6th grade Math & Science for 18 years. My wife and I discovered Eureka Springs about 10 years ago and kept coming back every few years until we finally decided to make it our home. We have two dogs (Copper and Finn), and two cats (Chloe and Macklin). We hold animal rescue near and dear to our hearts and also love taking walks around all that Eureka Springs has to offer.

Elementary School Online Registration If you have not already done so please go online and register your existing student. Make sure you fill out ALL the forms. https://www.eurekaspringsschools.k12.ar.us/o/eses/page/registration-forms If circumstances prevent you from registering online we invite to the school on Tuesday, August 2 from 8:00-1:00 where we will have computers available.

If you are interest in being a substitute teacher at Eureka Springs Schools, please join us for the sign-up meeting on August 3rd!

Eureka Springs Elementary School Families Be sure to mark your calendar. We would like to invite you to the ESES 2022- 2023 Back-to-School Learning Adventure on August 11th, 3-4:30pm. Please join us to meet your child’s teacher and support staff. There will be fun, friends, and refreshments. We hope to see you there!

Hi, I'm Kelly Swofford and am excited to be teaching 5th grade Science and Math at Eureka Springs Middle School! My background includes 26 years in education as an elementary teacher and principal. My spare time is spent at the river, the beach, and spending time with family and friends. I believe in hard work and "the Power of Yet"!

We welcome Mrs. Donesa Mann as K-12 music teacher/director. Mrs. Mann is no stranger to Eureka Springs school district as she taught K-6 music and directed several musicals and concerts with the Singing Scotties and ESMS Onstage from 2015-2021. She returns to her previous music position after one year of teaching art with Virtual Arkansas, this time adding 7/8 and HS choir to her ensembles. She and Mr. Mann will collaborate on HS musical productions. Mann has a Masters of Arts in Teaching from UA Monticello. She and Mr. Mann have four grown children, four grandchildren and reside in the country east of Eureka Springs.