🖋️ Eureka Springs FBLA: Making Our Mark! 🖋️
Friday, February 13, our Highlanders headed to ASU-Mountain Home for the FBLA District VI Spring Leadership Conference. We didn't just show up—we made a lasting impression!
Out of 18 competitors, 12 made their mark by bringing home awards! 🏆 We are incredibly proud of these students for representing Eureka Springs with such excellence and professional drive.
State Leadership Conference, here we come! 🚀
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Back Row L-R: Kenner Leavell (Retail Management 2nd); Jessica Hill (Career Portfolio 2nd); Eva “Vi” Petty (Impromptu Speaking 2nd); Owen Reynolds (Introduction to Public Speaking 5th); Kameron Agresto and William Vaverka (Sports & Entertainment Management 2nd); Aaron Stiles-Ballance (Accounting); Glenn May (Personal Finance 3rd);
Front Row L-R: Mrs Billie Reed (FBLA Adviser); Madeline Fisher (Advertising 5th); Holley Wood (Public Speaking 2nd); Taralyn Goodman (Agribusiness); Celina Tapia (Customer Service 4th); Maribel “Mars” Clubb (Human Resource Management (2nd); Addison Blackwelder (Journalism); Emma Wolfinbarger (Business Communication); Jesalyn Seiwert (Hospitality & Event Management); Not-Pictured Niklas Goodman (Marketing 3rd)
It was a special "Highlander Family" moment as Yume was introduced by her son, our FBLA Vice President and graduating senior, Kenner Leavell! As a mom of three ESHS students and a business owner for 31 years, Yume shared invaluable wisdom about juggling multiple ventures, adapting to market changes, and building a legacy in our community.
To top it all off, she brought a special assistant: her bunny, Jack! 🐇 Jack was the perfect co-presenter and definitely the most popular guest in the room.
Thank you, Yume, for sharing your time, your experience, and Jack with us!
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We love seeing our students take ownership of their projects. A huge shoutout to Madeline Fisher, ESHS FBLA Recruiter, for designing this fantastic classroom billboard. It serves as a great marketing tool to drive participation for our big event!
Help support our FBLA chapter by joining us for the Pickleball Tournament on March 7, 2026.
How you can help:
Register to play: https://sites.google.com/es.k12.ar.us/eshsfblapickleballtournament/home
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Let’s pack the courts! 🏆
🏓 Picklers in Paradise: The ESHS FBLA Invitational 🏔️
Calling all locals and weekend travelers! Combine your love for the game with a getaway to beautiful Eureka Springs. Join the ESHS FBLA for a day of competitive fun at the Eureka Springs Community Center (located in the heart of town at the historic former high school site).
Whether you’re a "Townie" or just visiting for the weekend, come smash some plastic and support our future business leaders!
📅 The Details
When: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Where: 44 Kingshighway, Eureka Springs, AR 72632
Time: Tournament play begins at 9:00 AM
Surface: Indoor wood courts (Climate controlled!)
🌟 For our Visitors
Coming from out of town? Make a weekend of it! Enjoy our winding streets, unique shopping, and local dining after you finish your bracket.
Pro Tip: If you're staying at the Crescent or Basin Park Hotels, check your guest perks for potential Community Center pass discounts!
🎓 Why Your Support Matters
Every registration helps our Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students travel to state and national leadership conferences. You aren't just playing a game—you're investing in the next generation of Arkansas entrepreneurs.
📝 Registration
Open Play/Mixed Doubles Round Robin (All skill levels welcome!)
Website with Registration Link: https://sites.google.com/es.k12.ar.us/eshsfblapickleballtournament/home#h.q7lkwfqgb8ps
Limited spots so register soon.
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Hiring Substitutes!
On Monday, December 15th, ESS will be hosting an informational session and training.
We would love to have you join us as a substitute!
Visit ESS.com to start your application and be sure to register in advance to attend the meeting. REGISTER NOW
Tomorrow (Wednesday, 10/22), all schools will be passing out individual proofs to students with ordering information for their school portrait. Please be mindful of the important DEADLINE (10/28) for free shipping. If a student missed Picture Day, the make-up date is November 17th. Senior class students will receive their proofs at a later date. This year's portraits were taken by Bowden Photography, and their contact information is printed on the proof order forms.
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Next Friday (9/26) is Picture Day at the high school. Ordering information will be sent to the school at a later date, along with a proof of each student's photo. This year's photography company is Bowden Photography. If you have any questions regarding student portraits for the high school, please contact Mr. Louderback (alouderback@es.k12.ar.us). Picture Day informational flyers have been passed out today to all students through their Advisory teacher.
