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🏆 NATURAL STATE CHAMPS! 🐾 Congratulations to the Fayetteville High School Girls Lacrosse team on their win over Episcopal Collegiate to claim the state title! 💜 We’re proud of your passion, perseverance, and teamwork. Go Bulldogs!🙌 #StateChamps #FHSBulldogs #LacrosseVictory #FayettevillePublicSchools

🎉 Today we celebrated the future of our seniors at the 6th Annual CTE Signing Day at Fayetteville High School! This special event honors Fayetteville Public Schools seniors who are: 🎓 Continuing their education in a CTE program on scholarship 💼 Entering the workforce after graduation ✯ Enlisting in the military We’re proud of these students and excited to see the incredible paths they’re taking after high school. Congratulations, Class of 2025! 👏 #CTESigningDay #FayettevillePublicSchools #CTE #FPSProud

🎉 Congratulations to Leah Purpura, a second grade teacher at Butterfield Trail Elementary! She has been named Novice Teacher of the Month by the Northwest Arkansas Educational Cooperative! We’re so proud of Ms. Purpura and the incredible work she’s doing in her classroom. Way to go, Leah! 🍎👏 #FPSProud #TeacherExcellence #NoviceTeacherOfTheMonth #ButterfieldTrailElementary #FayettevillePublicSchools

Fayetteville High School students were honored with the Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy for demonstrating proficiency in two or more languages! Congratulations to our outstanding FHS students! We’re so proud of your hard work, dedication, and commitment! #FPSProud #SealOfBiliteracy #FayettevilleHighSchool #StudentSuccess

Fayetteville Public Schools and the City of Fayetteville Arkansas Governmentheld their annual joint workshop meeting on Wednesday, April 23. Members of the Fayetteville Board of Education, along with superintendent Dr. John Mulford and members of his administrative team met with Fayetteville City Council members, along with Mayor Molly Rawn and members of her administrative teams.✨ Lots of great information was shared about the ongoing and upcoming projects around the city. We greatly appreciate our partnership with our good friends at the City of Fayetteville!💜 #FayettevillePublicSchools #WorkingTogetherToMakeADifference

Fayetteville Public Schools recently hosted AVID Night, a special celebration honoring all AVID students, with a spotlight on the Class of 2025.🎓 Families had the opportunity to learn more about the AVID program, Advancement Via Individual Determination, and hear powerful stories from current students about how the program has impacted their academic journeys and personal growth. AVID is a global nonprofit organization committed to closing the opportunity gap and preparing all students for college and career readiness. During the event, seniors completing the AVID program were proudly awarded their graduation cords in recognition of their hard work and dedication.

We celebrated our talented seniors at the Fine Arts in Fayetteville Public Schools Signing Day as they take the next big step, signing with colleges to continue their journeys in the arts! These students have earned scholarships for their incredible dedication to music, theater, visual arts, and more!🎭🎶 Congratulations to each of you! We can’t wait to see where your creativity takes you next! 💜🎓 #FineArtsSigningDay #FPSProud #ArtsInEducation #ScholarshipSuccess #FayettevillePublicSchools #ClassOf2025

One hundred and sixteen FHS seniors were recognized today at the annual AP Scholar Luncheon for being named Advanced Placement Scholars for their performance on AP exams. Congrats to this group of high achievers!🐾💜

🎨The FPS Middle School Student Art Show is now on display at Red Kite Coffee Co.! Located at Mission and Crossover in Fayetteville, the exhibit features artwork from our talented middle school students.☕️🖼️ We had a great turnout at the opening reception, and it was amazing to see the creativity on display. This marks the 24th year of celebrating student art in our community, a proud tradition that continues to inspire! Stop by, grab a coffee, and enjoy the art! 💜 #FayettevillePublicSchools #StudentArtShow #SupportTheArts #FPSProud #MiddleSchoolArt #RedKiteCoffee

🌍Earth Day is almost here and the Fayetteville High School Eco Fashion Club kicked things off with a Clothing Swap, where students explored a model thrift store and got to “shop” for new-to-them clothing items. Along the way, they learned about the positive impact of choosing secondhand fashion and how small choices can make a big difference for our planet. 👕♻️ Way to go, Bulldogs, for leading the way in sustainability and style!💜 #EarthDay2025 #FayettevillePublicSchools #EcoFashion

🌱 Holcomb Elementary School fourth graders had a great day at Apple Seeds, Inc. farm! From picking fresh vegetables to cleaning, preparing, and cooking them, our students got hands-on experience with healthy eating and learning where food comes from. 🥕🥬 They ended the day by enjoying a nutritious and delicious snack they helped make! We are so thankful for our partnership with Apple Seeds, Inc. Experiences like this help our students build a deeper appreciation for food, nutrition, and healthy habits. 💚 #HolcombElementary #AppleSeedsFarm #HealthyHabits #FarmToTable #HandsOnLearning

​The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission visited Asbell Elementary, bringing along a mobile aquarium filled with a variety of native fish species. Students were excited to learn about the diverse fish found in Arkansas's lakes and rivers and enjoyed observing them up close. Thank you to Fishing Education Specialist Mallory Woodward for sharing her exceptional knowledge and expertise during the visit.

Fayetteville Public Schools had a great day hosting the Special Olympics Arkansas Area 3 track meet. The weather was chilly, but the sun stayed bright all day on our incredible athletes! A HUGE thank you to all the FPS students, staff, and volunteers for pouring your love and energy into today’s event. We’re so proud of our athletes and grateful for this amazing community spirit! #SpecialOlympics #FPSPride #FayettevillePublicSchools

☕️✨ Rain AND shine, Java with John was a success! We kicked things off on the patio at Ozark Natural Foods, but when the storm rolled in, their wonderful team welcomed us inside. We had a fantastic turnout, and Dr. Mulford shared exciting updates about the future of Fayetteville Public Schools. Huge thanks to everyone who joined us! We appreciate your support and engagement! 🌟 #JavaWithJohn #CommunityMatters #FayettevillePublicSchools

Root Elementary third graders in Mrs. Haye’s class took learning to the great outdoors with a nature hike scavenger hunt at Kessler Mountain Nature Center and Outdoor Classroom! 🏕️🔍 From spotting native plants and rock formations to tracking animal prints and discovering cool insects, these young explorers had a blast learning about nature’s wonders. 🌎🐾🍃 What an amazing way to bring science to life. Keep exploring, Root Rockets! 🚀🌿 #RootRockets #OutdoorLearning #KesslerAdventures #FayettevillePublicSchools

Fayetteville High School students went all in for a great cause, raising over $1,500 for Special Olympics Arkansas! 🏅🎉 As a reward for their fundraising success, students got to drench participants with buckets of ice-cold, freezing water. Superintendent Dr. Mulford and Dr. Miller joined in on the fun! 🥶💦 Every year, thousands take the polar bear plunge into icy waters to support inclusion and opportunity for over 19,500 Special Olympics athletes across the state. All in the spirit of giving back and making a difference. Way to go, Bulldogs. 🐾💜 #FreezingForAReason #FHSPlunge #SpecialOlympicsArkansas #BulldogPride

The groundbreaking ceremony for the new Woodland Junior High School was held today on a sunny and windy afternoon. Members of the Fayetteville Board of Education and superintendent Dr. John Mulford were joined by staff members and representatives from Modus Studios, Nabholz Construction, Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce, Connect Advisors, and Jorgensen Engineers participated in the photos. They were joined by fourth grade students from the three elementary schools that will feed into Woodland Jr. High beginning with the 2027-28 school year. The students were Asbell Darius Shelley Posi Ojo Butterfield Trail: Emma Beers Kessalin Clanre Vandergriff: Hugo Bisswanger Sawyer Hutson Thanks to everyone who participated, and special thanks to Nabholz Construction for providing pies from Rymolene’s Pies to help celebrate Pi Day!💜 #FayettevillePublicSchools #BuildingTheFuture #WoodlandStrong

Ramay Junior High School hosted an inspiring AVID College and Career Assembly, led by FPS AVID Director Lauren Parker, with a special focus on historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)!🎓✨ The event kicked off with a warm welcome from Dr. Kristina Hudson, Executive Director of Secondary Education, as she introduced her sister and keynote speaker, Myra McKenzie-Harris. Myra shared her powerful story, speaking beautifully and eloquently about perseverance, self-advocacy, and the importance of support in achieving success. Students had the opportunity to engage with a distinguished professional panel, asking thoughtful questions and gaining valuable insights. The panel featured Dr. Flanigan, Principal of George Junior High School and panel facilitator, Mr. and Ms. Trussell, proud alumni of the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff, Dr. Colbert, former superintendent of Fayetteville Public Schools, and Mr. Long, a dedicated military representative. Huge thanks to everyone who made this event possible, what an amazing day of learning, inspiration, and empowerment! 💪🏾📚 #AVID #HBCUProud #CollegeAndCareerReady #FayettevillePublicSchools

What an unforgettable night at Leverett Elementary School’s 125th anniversary celebration! The turnout was incredible, and it truly felt like a big family reunion. 💜 From square dancing to a delicious family style dinner, crafts, and an amazing display of Leverett memorabilia, there was something for everyone! The oral history station was a special highlight, where alumni shared their memories that were recorded for the Pryor Center for posterity. 🎥✨ Huge thanks to the Leverett PTO for their hard work and planning. You made this night so special! 💙💛 Here’s to 125 years of community, learning, and love! #Leverett125 #FamilyReunion #ProudHistory #FayettevillePublicSchools

Holcomb Elementary School brought the Amazon Rainforest to life with an inspiring, schoolwide STEAM and arts integration project!🌿 Each grade created a rainforest layer using recycled materials, UV-reactive art, and glowing UV lights. Students explored math concepts like symmetry and pattern and engineered standing murals and features. 🦋🌊🌳 We’re so proud of their creativity and collaboration! 💛 #STEAM #ArtsIntegration #HolcombProud