School Supplies will be furnished by the district again this year.

Clear or Mesh backpacks are still required - not furnished.

Announcements from our new principal, Mrs. Bonham: 

Hello Students and Parents!

Welcome to the 25/26 academic year at Eureka Springs Middle School!

With local roots in Green Forest, I am no stranger to the area and I am proud to serve as Principal of Eureka Springs Middle School. I am honored to be able to educate, love and care for the students in the community. I bring a diverse professional background and over 15 years of school leadership experience to my role.

I began my career at IBM and Delta Air Lines as an instructional designer, but soon felt a deep calling to serve children, prompting a career shift into public education. Since then, I have taught at multiple levels and held various leadership roles in both urban and rural schools.

I hold two master’s degrees, a Master of Education in Educational Technology and a Master of Science in Human Resource Development and a National Principal Academy Fellow through The Relay Graduate School of Education. I am currently pursuing my Ed.D. in Rural and Diverse Instructional Leadership. My leadership philosophy is rooted in the belief that “Schools Grow People”—a reflection of my commitment to nurturing the potential of both students and staff.

My husband Kent and I have fallen in love with the Eureka Springs community. I enjoy traveling to visit our grown children, hiking, camping, canoeing, boating, and sleeping under the stars. A devoted lover of books, animals, and her mama, I find deep joy in quiet moments, storytelling, and serving others with compassion and purpose.

More Basic Info:

*Forms for new student registration are available in the Middle School office.

*Students who choose to carry a backpack or bag at Eureka Springs Schools are required to use a clear or mesh backpack (not provided). 

*The first bell rings at 7:40 am, and classes begin at 7:45 am. 

*Our students are expected to be Respectful, Responsible, and Safe.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the Middle School front office at (479) 253-7716. If you have transportation-related questions, you may reach the bus barn at (479) 253-5982

Thank you, Mrs. Bonham

Departments

Report Bullying - your name will not be recorded - this is completely anonymous. This can be completed by the student or a parent or by someone who witnessed the bullying.

To report bullying, please contact a counselor or administrator at 479-253-7716.

We are ready for another exciting year of learning at
Eureka Springs Middle School.

Creating a rich learning environment to support students is our goal.

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ESMS Parent/Student/School Compact

ESMS School Family Engagement Plan (formal)

ESMS School Improvement Plan - updated January 2025 

2025-2026 ES Middle School Handbook

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Engage AR Information Sheet

Title 1 FACT SHEET

Arkansas' Department of Education Resource Page for Parents 

Our Mission

The mission of Eureka Springs Middle School is to provide an educational opportunity 
that meets the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of our middle-level students.

Dates to Remember for the 2025 - 2026 School Year:

2025-2026 District Calendar

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FIRST SEMESTER

August 11 - Open House 3pm - 5pm

August 14 - First Day of School

Sept 1 - Labor Day - No School

Sept 16-19 - ATLAS Interim 1 Assessments

Fall Photos - TBD - will be added soon

Oct 10 - Cycle 1 Ends

Oct 15 - 16 - Parent/Teacher Conferences - Times will be added soon

Oct 17 - Fall Break - No School

Nov 24-28 - Thanksgiving / Full Fall Break

Dec 19 - Cycle 2 Ends

Dec 22 - Jan 2 - Christmas / Winter Break