The El Dorado School District improved its overall report card grade from a C to a B for the 2025–26 school year!

We’re also celebrating significant growth across our campuses:

⭐ Barton Junior High: D ➡️ B
⭐ Hugh Goodwin Elementary: C ➡️ B
⭐ Northwest Elementary: D ➡️ C
⭐ El Dorado High School: Maintained a B

And that’s not all! Three ESD schools have also earned 2026 Arkansas Gem School recognitions from the Arkansas Department of Education for outstanding academic achievement and growth.

💜 Barton Junior High School — Growth by Content Area: Mathematics
💜 El Dorado High School — Growth by Content Area: Mathematics
💜 Hugh Goodwin Elementary School — Achievement of All (Top 6–10%), Achievement by Content Area in Mathematics and ELA, and Growth by Content Area in Mathematics

Hugh Goodwin Elementary School also received an award through the Arkansas School Recognition Program in connection with its Achievement of All designation. We are proud of the hard work happening throughout El Dorado School District and remain committed to continued growth and achievement for every student.

Congratulations to our students, teachers, staff, administrators, and families! 💜

Read the full release here:
https://www.eldoradopublicschools.org/article/3136561

#ArkansasGemSchool

about 3 hours ago, El Dorado School District
Graphic announcing that the El Dorado School District earned a B for the 2025–26 school year, improving from a C. The district logo appears beside a large “B,” with the message, “Congratulations to our students and staff!”

Save the date for Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 6th & 8th from 3:30pm to 6:30pm! All schools will dismiss at 2pm.



1 day ago, El Dorado School District
parent teacher conference
Washington Middle School has been recognized again as a Model Professional Learning Community at Work! This national recognition from Solution Tree highlights WMS’s continued commitment to collaboration, student learning, and improved achievement.

Congratulations to the entire WMS team on this incredible achievement! 💜👏
1 day ago, El Dorado School District
Washington Middle School has been recognized again as a Model Professional Learning Community at Work! This national recognition from Solution Tree highlights WMS’s continued commitment to collaboration, student learning, and improved achievement. Congratulations to the entire WMS team on this incredible achievement! 💜👏
💻 Today is National IT Professionals Day!

We’re thankful for the team behind the scenes who keeps our schools connected, our technology working, and our staff and students supported every day.

Thank you to our IT team for everything you do! 💜
2 days ago, El Dorado School District
Alt text: El Dorado School District graphic recognizing National IT Professionals Day. The graphic features the ESD logo at the top, large white text reading “National IT Professionals Day,” and a photo of a person using a laptop below on a purple background.

Three ESD administrators have been honored with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriot Award! 🎖️

Superintendent Jim Tucker, EHS Principal John Jameson, and EHS Assistant Principal Wendy Strickland were nominated by Major Greg Newton of the Army Reserve’s 90th Sustainment Brigade for the exceptional support they provided to his family while he was deployed.

The three administrators were nominated by Major Greg Newton of the Army Reserve’s 90th Sustainment Brigade for the exceptional support they provided to his wife, EHS English teacher Clair Antoon-Newton, and their family while he was recently deployed. During his deployment, Tucker, Jameson, and Strickland went above and beyond to support the Newton family, reflecting what Major Newton described as ESD's commitment to supporting soldiers and their families.

Congratulations to Mr. Tucker, Mr. Jameson, and Mrs. Strickland on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

3 days ago, El Dorado School District
Three El Dorado School District administrators hold their ESGR Patriot Award certificates during the School Board meeting. They are joined by ESGR representatives, an EHS teacher, her family and a uniformed service member in front of the district banner.
A male El Dorado School District administrator smiles with his arm around a woman in a blue floral dress during the School Board meeting. The district banner is visible behind them.
A man in a suit shakes hands with a uniformed service member during an El Dorado School District event, while district leaders and attendees stand nearby in front of district and El Dorado Promise signage.
An ESGR volunteer speaks at the podium during the El Dorado School Board meeting while another ESGR representative stands behind her. Several Patriot Award certificates are resting on the podium.

All El Dorado High School students are required to complete 75 hours of community service to graduate. Class of 2027, you have 9 months to complete this.

If a student averages 20 hours starting in the 9th grade, they will have more than the required graduation amount by graduation.

Have you completed community service hours? Don’t let those hours go uncounted!

* Complete the Community Service Form: https://aptg.co/BjDXBR
* Return the completed form to the EHS Main Office
* Once received, your hours will be recorded toward your graduation requirement.

Every hour makes a difference in our community AND toward your future!

7 days ago, El Dorado School District
Community Service Hours form with fields for the student’s completed service hours, service location, supervisor name and phone number, service dates, and signatures from the student, supervisor, and principal. The form includes El Dorado High School’s address at 2000 Wildcat Drive and an official-use-only section for the homeroom teacher and grade.

The El Dorado Wildcats take on Pine Bluff tonight. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Come out and support the Wildcats! 💜🏈

🔗 Before heading to the stadium, review the complete Memorial Stadium Game-Day Guidelines here:

www.eldoradopublicschools.org/article/3109539

7 days ago, El Dorado School District
Game Day graphic for El Dorado High School football featuring a black-and-white photo of Wildcats players lined up on the field. Text reads: “Game Day — EHS vs Pine Bluff, September 11, Memorial Stadium, 7 PM.”

The Book Nook is officially up and running!

Jai Durvasula created this community project as part of his participation in the National Civics Bee. The Book Nook is located inside the red telephone booth next to PJ’s Coffee downtown and is now stocked with books for the community to enjoy. 💜📖

9 days ago, El Dorado School District
A student stands smiling beside the red telephone booth in downtown El Dorado that now houses the Book Nook, his community project for the National Civics Bee. Shelves filled with books are visible inside the booth, with downtown buildings and the “Greetings from El Dorado” mural in the background.

Progress reports will go home this week! 📚

10 days ago, El Dorado School District
El Dorado School dISTRICT LOGO WITH ON TEXT CAPTION "PROGRESS REPORTS GO HOME THIS WEEK!"
The El Dorado School Board's monthly meeting will be held on Monday, September 14th, at 6 pm in the Central Office Board Room. As always, the meeting is open to the public!
14 days ago, El Dorado School District
El Dorado School District Monthly School Board Meeting graphic. The meeting will be held September 14, 2026, in the Central Office Board Room.

Friday night lights are back! 🏈💜

Even though school is out for Labor Day Break, we’ll be at Memorial Stadium tonight for our first HOME game of the season!

14 days ago, El Dorado School District
Game Day graphic for El Dorado High School football featuring a black-and-white photo of Wildcats players lined up on the field. Text reads: “Game Day — EHS vs Camden, September 4, Memorial Stadium, 7 PM.”

Enjoy the long weekend, Wildcats! 💜

We’ll see everyone back at school on Tuesday, September 8! 📚✏️

15 days ago, El Dorado School District
Graphic announcing “No School – Labor Day Break” from September 4th–7th. The design features large purple and black text on a light gray background, with silhouettes of construction workers and equipment along the bottom and the El Dorado School District logo near the center.

As we prepare to cheer on our Wildcats at Memorial Stadium, we would like to remind families, students, staff, and community members of the guidelines in place to help ensure a safe, organized, and enjoyable game-day experience.

Beginning with our next home varsity football game, new procedures will be in place for students accessing the area beneath the home bleachers, including the concession stand, restrooms, and snow cone stand.

• Students in grades K–6 must be accompanied by an adult when going underneath the bleachers.

• Students in grades 7–12 may access the area without an adult, but only five students will be permitted down each ramp at one time.

• When a student returns to the bleachers, another student may then enter the area.

This area is intended for accessing concessions, restrooms, and other services and is not designated as a student gathering or hangout area. These procedures will help prevent overcrowding, keep walkways clear, and allow staff to effectively monitor the area.

Please review all Memorial Stadium guidelines regarding admission, student attendance, re-entry, the Clear Bag Policy, outside food and drinks, and other event expectations before attending.

🔗 View the complete Memorial Stadium Game-Day Guidelines here: www.eldoradopublicschools.org/article/3109539


15 days ago, El Dorado School District
el dorado school district logo with text memorial stadium rules

Heather Craig & Allison Applegate recently attended the Champions in the Classroom Conference with Special Olympics Arkansas! 💜

The conference provided opportunities to learn, connect, and bring back new ideas for creating more inclusive school environments where every student feels welcomed, valued, and supported. We’re proud to have educators who continue finding new ways to champion ALL students!

17 days ago, El Dorado School District
Two El Dorado School District educators in matching purple shirts smile together in front of a Special Olympics Arkansas Unified Champion Schools “Champions Together” banner at the Champions in the Classroom Conference.
Two El Dorado School District educators wearing matching purple shirts pose on either side of a Special Olympics Arkansas Unified Champion Schools banner that reads “Champions Together.”
It’s Game Day, Wildcats! 💜 🏈

Best of luck to our football team and coaching staff as they kick off the season tonight at Magnolia!
21 days ago, El Dorado School District
2026 El Dorado High School Wildcats football team, coaches, and support staff posing together on the gym bleachers. Players wear purple and white uniforms, with coaches standing behind them. “2026 El Dorado High School Wildcats” appears above the group, and “El Dorado” is visible on the gym floor.
El Dorado High School Wildcats football coaching staff posing together in the gym, wearing matching purple Wildcats polo shirts. Two football helmets and a football are placed on the floor in front of the group.
ESD will be closed September 4–7 for Labor Day Break!
23 days ago, El Dorado School District
Graphic announcing “No School – Labor Day Break” from September 4th–7th. The design features large purple and black text on a light gray background, with silhouettes of construction workers and equipment along the bottom and the El Dorado School District logo near the center.
We had an incredible turnout at our first two Volunteer Training sessions of the school year, with 333 adults in attendance! 🎉Thank you to everyone who joined us and is ready to support our students and schools.

If you weren’t able to attend one of the first two sessions, we’ll offer one more Volunteer Training opportunity on January 22, 2027, at 1 pm at the South Arkansas Arts Center.
28 days ago, El Dorado School District
Purple and white thank-you graphic with hand-drawn hearts. Text reads, “Thank You! 333 adults attended our first two Volunteer Training sessions — our largest turnout yet!”
WMS' annual Instrument Rental Night is Monday, August 24, from 3:30–5:30 p.m. in the WMS Cafeteria!

Arkansas School Band Service will be on-site to help students and families with instrument rentals.
28 days ago, El Dorado School District
Washington Middle School Knights Band Instrument Rental Night flyer. The event is Monday, August 24, 2026, from 3:30–5:30 p.m. in the WMS Cafeteria. Instrument rentals are provided by Arkansas School Band Service. Parents and students are welcome. Questions may be directed to WMS Band Director Melissa Greer at Melissa.Greer@esd-15.org.
EHS Biotechnology students are starting the school year by getting acquainted with the tools they’ll use throughout the year!

During this hands-on activity, students practiced using pipettes and other lab equipment with tubes filled with water and food coloring. The colorful setup gave them a low-stakes way to learn proper techniques, build confidence, and prepare for more advanced labs later this year.
29 days ago, El Dorado School District
high school students use pipettes and colorful test tubes during a hands-on science lab activity in a classroom.
high school students use pipettes and colorful test tubes during a hands-on science lab activity in a classroom.
high school students use pipettes and colorful test tubes during a hands-on science lab activity in a classroom.
high school students use pipettes and colorful test tubes during a hands-on science lab activity in a classroom.
high school students use pipettes and colorful test tubes during a hands-on science lab activity in a classroom.
high school students use pipettes and colorful test tubes during a hands-on science lab activity in a classroom.
high school students use pipettes and colorful test tubes during a hands-on science lab activity in a classroom.
Show your Wildcat pride while supporting Wildcats Unified and the EHS DECA Club!

Words of a Wildcat T-shirts and sweatshirts are available in purple or gray, in both youth and adult sizes.

🗓️ Order Deadline: September 3 at 3:30 p.m.

Click the link below to submit your order form:
https://forms.gle/SiD33MUgAty5vUae9
30 days ago, El Dorado School District
“Words of a Wildcat” T-shirts are shown side by side, one gray and one purple. Both feature a white Wildcat-themed word design across the front.