Eureka Springs School District

Cut loose with the ESHS Theatre production of Footloose, the Musical - Youth Edition. Our version is more suitable for all ages, as most of the mature content from the movie is omitted. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Mann at donesa.mann@es.k12.ar.us or 870-480-6464 Tickets in the online store at $10 for adults and $2.50 for students. Your purchased ticket gives is good to attend one or both nights! https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/PD802-222

🌱 Growing Knowledge in Mrs. Scott’s Class! 🌻 What better way to learn about plants than by growing them? Mrs. Scott’s students got their hands dirty planting sunflowers, daisies, bell peppers, and zucchini! Now, the waiting game begins—germination takes anywhere from 7 to 21 days. Stay tuned to see their green thumbs in action! 🌿✨

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Kristen Jewell 🌟 Kristen Jewell is a compassionate and dedicated Special Education teacher who brings patience, kindness, and encouragement to her students every day. She works tirelessly to help them reach their full potential, fostering confidence and growth in the classroom. Thank you, Ms. Jewell, for making a difference in the lives of our students! 💙✨

ESHS Highlanders! Here is the news for the week!

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Clare Haozous 🌟 If you've spent any time in our district, you know Clare Haozous! As the elementary principal, Clare has been a guiding light for students and staff alike for many years. Her cheerful personality, helpful nature, and genuine love for our school make her an incredible leader. Clare always brings a positive attitude and encouraging guidance, making a lasting impact on everyone she works with. She is a true Scottie at heart and is dedicated to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for all. We are so lucky to have her leading our elementary team—thank you, Clare, for everything you do! 💙

Elementary Families: We hope your students will join us for some Read Across America fun!

SENIORS! Save the March due dates for upcoming scholarships!

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Ashley Silzell 🌟 Over the past school year, Ashley Silzell has been bringing learning to life at Eureka Springs Elementary with fun activities, hands-on experiments, and engaging lessons! 🎉 Her passion for education and dedication to student success make her a fantastic part of our team. We’re so grateful for all she does to make learning exciting! Thank you, Ms. Silzell! 💙✨

🌟 Congratulations to Our ESHS Students of the Month! 🌟 A huge shoutout to Fuller Cross and Sonny Thao for being selected! These students were chosen based on their academics, character, and overall excellence. A special thank you to Jennifer Cross, owner of Mud Street Cafe, for sponsoring a celebratory lunch! Your support means so much to our students and school community. Keep up the great work, Sonny and Fuller! 🎉

⚽️🔥 HIGHLANDER SOCCER IS BACK! 🔥⚽️ The wait is over, and it’s time to light up the field! 🚀 🎉 Season opener this THURSDAY! We’re taking on Thaden at the ESHS Soccer Facility, and we need YOU in the stands! ⚡ GIRLS @ 5 PM ⚡ BOYS @ 7 PM Bring the energy, bring the noise, and let’s pack the stands for our Highlanders! 💙⚽️ Who's ready for game day?! 👏🔥

🎉 Congratulations, Eureka Springs Middle School! 🎉 We are proud to announce that Eureka Springs Middle School has been recognized by the Office for Education Policy (OEP) at the University of Arkansas as a school where students demonstrated high growth on the ATLAS! 📚✨ These awards are based on the 2024 content growth score calculated by the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education. Growth scores measure how much our students improved from 2023 compared to students with similar prior achievement. 👏 Way to go, students, teachers, and staff! Your hard work and dedication continue to make a difference!

Rowan Beattie, the daughter of Lilia Sternet and Roderick Beattie, has been selected as the Eureka Springs Rotary Student of the Month for January 2025. Rowan, a senior at Eureka Springs High School is the founder and President of College Prep Club, President of National Honor Society, President of NAMI and Quiz Bowl Captain. She is a member of the Mountain Biking Club and has helped with trail restoration and maintains the social media page. She enjoys teaching kids how to bike and helps her peers with college applications. She also serves as a student aide in Science Classes. Rowan maintains a 4.1 GPA. She enjoys art, photography and just being outdoors. Following graduation, Rowan plans to pursue a double major in Biology and Environmental Science but hasn’t ruled out engineering and math.

Good luck to our Highlander Sr. High Boys team as they hit the road for Regionals this afternoon! 🏀 Play hard, stay focused, and Go Highlanders!

🔬 AP Bio in Action! 🔬 PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) can make billions of copies of DNA in just an hour! This powerful tool has many applications, from forensics to medical research. Today, our AP Biology students took science to the next level by amplifying their own DNA to examine their genetics. Hands-on learning at its finest! 🧬✨

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Marjorie Kilby 🌟 We are thrilled to have Marjorie Kilby as our PK-6 School Counselor! 🎉 From fun activities to creative ways of learning, she brings energy, kindness, and a cheerful spirit to everything she does. 💛 Ms. Kilby has a special way of making every student feel valued and important. Whether it’s through engaging lessons, a listening ear, or just her warm smile, she makes a difference every day! ✨ Thank you, Ms. Kilby, for all you do!

📢 JUNIORS! 📢 🚨 ACT Reminder! 🚨 Juniors, your ACT exam is this Tuesday! ⏰ The test starts promptly at 8 AM, and late arrivals will NOT be admitted to the testing rooms. 🎯 Your ACT score can open doors to college acceptance, scholarships, and career opportunities—so give it your best shot! ✅ What to bring: 🔋 A charged Chromebook 🧠 A focused & ready-to-go mindset! Set yourself up for success—be on time and show what you know! 💪🎓

🌾✨ February is Career & Technical Education Month! ✨🌾 At Eureka Springs, we are proud to offer three agriculture pathways for students to explore: 🌱 Plant Science 🌳 Natural Resources 📊 Agriculture Business Students have access to hands-on learning through courses like: 📖 Survey of Agriculture 🌿 CASE Plant Science & Advanced Plant Science 🏡 Greenhouse Management 🌎 Natural Resources & Forestry and Wildlife 💻 Online Agribusiness 🚜 Real-World Experience 🚜 Students in these programs gain hands-on experience working with: 🐝 Our bees 🏡 Our greenhouse 🌰 Our Ozark Chinquapin plot 🌾 Plant science, animal science, food science, and environmental services! 💙 FFA: Premier Leadership, Personal Growth & Career Success 💛 Through FFA, students can: 🎤 Compete in public speaking & career development events 🌿 Help with the annual plant sale 🤠 Be part of the Carroll County FFA Rodeo AND Honor veterans at the annual Veteran’s Day Breakfast 🌟 Agriculture education prepares students for future careers while also opening doors to agriculture-related scholarships for college & trade schools. Huge thanks to Ms. Cheyenne Fortson for leading our Ag students to success! 👏

📢 Reminder! 📢 🗓 Parent-Teacher Conferences are TODAY! 🗓 ⏰ 3:30 - 6:00 PM ⏰ 📍 Middle & High School: Drop in anytime! 📍 Elementary: By appointment only. Come meet with teachers, discuss your child’s progress, and stay connected! We look forward to seeing you there!

Eureka Springs Junior High Quiz Bowl Shines at State! 🏆🎉 After their regional championship win in Mena, our Junior High Quiz Bowl team placed 3rd in the AGQBA State Competition! Led by an All-Tournament performance from Yohannes and outstanding contributions from every player, this team showcased their knowledge, teamwork, and determination at the highest level. Way to go, Quiz Bowl! 🏅📚👏

Eureka Springs schools will be closed tommorrow, Friday, February 21st due to hazardous road conditions. Repeat, Eureka Springs schools will not be in session tomorrow, Friday, February 21st. Stay safe and warm!