🎉 Congratulations to Jessica Bowser, a sixth grader at Holt Middle School, for winning the Walmart Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Contest for the entire Fayetteville School District! 📝✨
Jessica's powerful essay on Dr. King's legacy earned her recognition and an invitation to Walmart headquarters. We're so proud of you, Jessica—way to represent! 💙 #MLKEssayContest #ProudMoment #FayettevillePublicSchools
Here are the winners in our 2024 Funniest Holiday Sweater Contest:
Grand Prize:
Shawn Flannigan, ALLPS
Becky Shofner, Butterfield Trail
Honorable Mention:
Elizabeth Powers, Leverett
Ben Crozier, McNair
Maria Hall, Owl Creek
Washington Elementary 4th graders met with Fayetteville High School robotics students and got an up-close look at how real robots are designed and brought to life. 🤖✨
This hands-on experience sparked curiosity and built excitement as the 4th graders begin their robot-focused nonfiction reading unit. 📚💡
#STEMInspiration #LearningThroughExperience #FutureEngineers
Fayetteville Public Schools welcomed Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Secretary of Education Dr. Jacob OIiva, and Dr. Jonathan Haight, the author of “The Anxious Generation,” to John L Colbert Middle School on Thursday The group visited the school to observe the school’s Outdoor Explorers choice program and to discuss smartphone and smart device policies in a roundtable discussion. The visit highlighted the benefits of hands-on learning, outdoor activities, and restricting smartphone and device use in the classroom, which have improved student focus, engagement, and social interaction.
The visit was also covered by “Good Morning America 3”, and a feature on the visit aired today.
Members of the Fayetteville legislative delegation joined the Fayetteville Board of Education, Superintendent Dr. John Mulford, and his executive leadership team for a productive breakfast meeting at the district administration building. The purpose was to discuss the upcoming legislative session.
#FayettevillePublicSchools #ARLegislativeSession #EducationMatters #Collaboration
This week, the Be Pro Be Proud Truck rolled into Fayetteville High School giving our students a hands-on look at in-demand careers in trades like welding, plumbing, and machining. Led by the Associated Industries of Arkansas Foundation, this initiative connects young talent with rewarding, skilled careers that keep our world running.💪🚛
With over 23% of skilled professionals nearing retirement, America’s workforce needs the next generation ready to step in—and Be Pro Be Proud is here to help. Our students loved exploring the simulators and discovering exciting career options!
#BeProBeProud #FayettevilleHighSchool #FutureSkilledWorkers #HandsOnLearning
Last weekend, Fayetteville High School hosted the VEX V5 Robotics Competition, where 38 high school and 15 middle school teams from across the region competed in intense 2v2 robot battles! Organized by DogByte Robotics, the event showcased creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving as students worked with mentors to design and build innovative robots. 🌍🤖
Seven of our highschool teams made it to elimination rounds and one made it to semifinals. Three district middle school teams made it to elimination rounds with one making it to semifinals. Middle School Team 7187R, the "High Steaks" team, qualified for the State Championship in March.
A special thanks to the over 150 dedicated volunteers that kept the competition running smoothly.
Congratulations to all teams, and thank you to everyone who made this event possible! 🌟
#VEXRobotics #FayettevilleHighSchool #STEM #FutureEngineers #Robotics
Fayetteville High School hosted a Career Expo today, where students connected with community professionals to explore a wide range of career paths. The event gave students a chance to discover careers that match their strengths, while also seeing how subjects like English, math, and teamwork translate into real-world skills. 🚀🎓
With the guidance of local experts, our students gained firsthand insights into what life after high school could look like. It’s all about empowering them to dream big and plan their next steps! 💼👩💼👨🔧
#FayettevilleHighSchool #FutureLeaders #CareerExploration #StudentSuccess
Fayetteville Public Schools’ Gifted Education program hosted an inspiring “We Are the World” Sustainability Conference at the Fayetteville Public Library! 🌱✨
Over 20 community experts shared insights on diverse sustainability topics, sparking curiosity and awareness in our students. It was an unforgettable day of learning, inspiration, and community connections.🌍
Huge thanks to all the presenters, performers, and everyone who made this event possible! Together, we're building a brighter, more sustainable future. 🌿💧
A big thank you to the Nelms Dyslexia Center for hosting our most recent ”Java with John” community informational event! The Nelms Dyslexia Center is a educational non-profit organization that provides dyslexia training for teachers and provides dyslexia assessments and intensive dyslexia therapy for students. Fayetteville Public Schools is proud to partner with the Nelms Dyslexia Center to provide essential support and resources for students with dyslexia.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by and to the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce for hosting!
Missed this one? Mark your calendars for the next “Java with John” on December 5 at Arsaga’s Mill District, starting bright and early at 7:00 a.m.!
🕷️🐞 Fayetteville Public Schools students had an un-bee-lievable time at the University of Arkansas Insect Festival! 🐝🐛 From giant beetles to colorful butterflies, students explored a buzzing world of insects and arthropods, learning about the beauty and importance of these fascinating creatures. With hands-on exhibits and expert entomologists ready to answer every curious question, the festival made learning creepy-crawly fun for all ages!🦋🌿 #InsectFestival #FayettevillePublic Schools #HandsOnLearning
⚖️ Fayetteville High School students had a front-row seat to the Arkansas Supreme Court in action! 🏛️
Students had the incredible opportunity to witness a live oral argument on a real-life court case. Not only did they get to experience the judicial process up close, but they also engaged in a Q&A session with the justices, learning firsthand about the inner workings of our legal system.
#ArkansasSupremeCourt #RealWorldLearning #FutureLeaders #LawInAction #FHS
🌿🌊 Fifth graders from John L. Colbert Outdoor Adventure had an action-packed day at Gulley Park H2Oarks! They:
🐜 Collected aquatic macroinvertebrates to learn about water quality
🔍 Identified tiny stream creatures with expert guides
🌱 Embarked on a scavenger hunt to explore erosion and the importance of clean water
🎣 Assessed fish habitats and discovered the secrets of the underwater food web
Hands-on learning and outdoor fun at its best! 🌟
🌾🍎 October is National Farm to School Month, and the FPS Child Nutrition Department celebrated in style! 🎉 Today, students enjoyed a locally-sourced lunch made with fresh ingredients from farms & small businesses in NW Arkansas. The delicious menu featured:
🌮 Beef Tacos with beef from Natural State Beef (Harrison)
🍚 Spanish Rice with golden rice from Ralston Family Farm (Atkins)
🥗 Rainbow Salad with edamame from Greenwave Foods (Mulberry)
🍏 Apple Crisp made with apples from Vanzant Fruit Farms (Lowell)
🥛 Icy Cold Milk from Hiland Dairy (Fayetteville)
🥬 Seasonal Salad Bar with local veggies from Spring Creek Food Hub (Springdale)
🧀 K-4 Non-meat Option: Cheese Quesadilla with local harvest sides
A huge thank you to our local farmers and food partners for helping us serve up this amazing meal. It was enjoyed by all! 👏🌟
🎭🐻 The University of Arkansas Opera Theatre brought "The Three Bears" to life for Leverett Elementary School students this week! Written by opera director, Dr. Jonathan Stinson, and performed by U of A voice majors, the comedy had everyone laughing and enjoying the show. What a magical experience! 👏🎶 #ArtsInEducation #LeverettElementary #gohogs
Fayetteville Public Schools fourth-grade students had a fabulous visit to the Fayetteville Public Library event center this week! 📚✨
As part of the True Lit annual festival, students had the opportunity to listen to Melissa Stewart, the award-winning author of over 150 science books for children. 🌿📖 Stewart captivated the audience as she read her book “Fourteen Monkeys: A Rainforest Rhyme”, and the students loved it! 🐒🌳
Thank you, Melissa Stewart, for sharing your passion with our students! 💜
#TrueLitFestival #MelissaStewart #FayettevillePublicLibrary #LoveForReading #InspiringYoungMinds
📚❤️ Vandergriff Elementary hosted a Family Night and revealed a new Story Walk honoring former teacher and friend, Maureen Shireman. ❤️📚
Mrs. Shireman had a passion for reading and writing and worked tirelessly to instill a desire to learn in each student. Thanks to the efforts of her family, friends, and the amazing Vandergriff staff, this Story Walk will continue to share her love for learning with future generations.
We were honored to have author Melissa Stewart join us for the dedication. Her book “Tree Hole Homes” is the first book installed on the Story Walk. The evening was made even more special with a family night featuring fun activities led by Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, U of A Entomology Department, the Amazeum, and Pearl's Books. 🦋🦌🔬
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate this beautiful tribute to Mrs. Shireman. There is nothing more powerful than reading! 💜📖
#VandergriffElementary #StoryWalk #FamilyNight #LoveForReading #CommunityStrong
✨🌍Throughout the month, Leverett Elementary students have been celebrating the many diverse cultures that make up the Leverett community. This month-long celebration culminated with a Cultural Night featuring cultural booth presentations filled with fascinating artifacts, valuable information, and delicious authentic food from around the world! ✨🌍
It was a night of learning, laughter, and connection, where our students, families, and staff came together to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures that make our community so special! 💜
#LeverettElementary #CulturalNight #CelebrateDiversity #TasteOfCulture
Fayetteville High School students rolled up their sleeves and took part in a day of community service, making a real difference throughout our city. 💪❤️ This hands-on experience not only helped our students give back but also helped them fulfill their community service graduation requirement. So proud of these young leaders! 🌟
A HUGE THANK YOU to the amazing organizations and businesses that partnered with our students, providing them with the opportunity to gain valuable community service hours. Your support makes all the difference! 🙌💜
Beautiful Lives
Big Paws of The Ozarks
Cobblestone Farm
Fayetteville Parks and Recreation
Potter's House
Samaritan House
Spring Creek Food Hub
Squire Jehegan Outreach Center
Watershed Conservation Resource Center
#FHSServes #CommunityService #GivingBack #FutureLeaders #ProudMoment
📚✨ True Lit is back for its 11th year to bring world-class authors to Fayetteville! ✨📚
Today, students at Fayetteville High School had the incredible opportunity to interact with author Nic Stone. Nic Stone burst onto the literary scene with her debut novel, "Dear Martin," which quickly became a New York Times bestseller.
Students had the chance to hear about her journey as a novelist, gaining insight into what it takes to bring powerful stories to life. Then, a second group of aspiring writers joined Stone for a creative writing session, learning from her expertise and sharpening their own storytelling skills! ✍️💡
Thank you, Nic Stone, for inspiring our students and showing them the power of words! 💙📖
#TrueLit2024 #NicStone #FayettevilleHighSchool #DearMartin #CreativeWriting #Inspiration
