UPDATE: The Summer AR Lab will be open today from 1–3 p.m. at Retta Brown Elementary!

All K–4 students are welcome to stop by, read, and work toward their summer reading goals. Don’t forget to check out books from Barton Library before attending!

about 9 hours ago, El Dorado School District
summer ar lab open today from 1 to 3pm at retta brown elementary.
Kyle Jorden, Valedictorian of the EHS Class of 2018, returned to Waiting to Excel Summer Camp this week to share his journey with students.

A former camper himself, Jorden went on to earn degrees from the University of Arkansas and the New York College of Podiatric Medicine at Touro University. He encouraged students by sharing how his experiences in the El Dorado School District helped shape his path to becoming a doctor. 💜

about 24 hours ago, El Dorado School District
A smiling young man stands beneath a yellow “Waiting to Excel” Summer Camp banner for the Fairview Community Development Association in El Dorado, Arkansas.

Summer AR Lab Starts Tomorrow!

The first Summer AR Lab sessions for all K-4 students begin tomorrow at Retta Brown Elementary!

Sessions will be held from 1-3 p.m. on the following dates:

June 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, and 25

3 days ago, El Dorado School District
Summer AR Lab Starts Tomorrow! The first Summer AR Lab sessions for all K-4 students begin tomorrow at Retta Brown Elementary! Sessions will be held from 1-3 p.m. on the following dates: June 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 and 25
The El Dorado School Board's monthly meeting will be held on Monday, June 8th, at 6 pm in the Central Office Board Room. As always, the meeting is open to the public!

https://www.eldoradopublicschools.org/page/school-board
6 days ago, El Dorado School District

Don’t Let Your Brain Turn to Mush!

Yocum Elementary is encouraging students to keep reading this summer! Barton Library will host Papa Bear Presents: Summer Read-Alouds on Wednesday, June 10, at 10 a.m.

Students and families are invited to enjoy a fun read-aloud featuring Diary of a Worm and The Big Cheese.

7 days ago, El Dorado School District
Yocum Elementary is encouraging students to keep reading this summer! Barton Library will host Papa Bear Presents: Summer Read-Alouds on Wednesday, June 10, at 10 a.m. Students and families are invited to enjoy a fun read-aloud featuring Diary of a Worm and The Big Cheese. This week’s cool treat is sponsored by Dairy Queen. Keep those reading muscles strong this summer!
**Summer AR Lab for K-4 Students**

ESD will host Summer AR Lab sessions for all K-4 students on June 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, and 25 from 1-3 p.m. at Retta Brown Elementary. Students should check out books from Barton Library before attending each AR Lab session. Barton Library is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday from 1-5 p.m.
9 days ago, El Dorado School District
El Dorado School District graphic announcing Summer AR Lab for all K-4 students. Sessions will be held June 9, June 11, June 16, June 18, June 23, and June 25 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Retta Brown Elementary, 505 Dixie Drive. Students should check out books from Barton Library before attending each AR Lab session. Barton Library hours are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Notification of Destruction of Special Education Records

El Dorado School District will dispose of special education records from the 2018–2019 school year on July 6, 2026. Records may be picked up June 1–30, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Special Education Office. Please see the notice for full details.
10 days ago, El Dorado School District
El Dorado School District flyer titled “Notification of Destruction of Special Education Records.” The notice states that special education records for students who graduated, moved, or were dismissed from special education during the 2018–2019 school year will be destroyed on July 6, 2026. Records may be picked up June 1–30, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the El Dorado School District Special Education Office, 412 North Washington. Questions may be directed to Shawn L. Beard, Special Education Director, at 864-5133.
Folleto en español del Distrito Escolar de El Dorado titulado “Notificación de Destrucción de Registros de Educación Especial.” El folleto informa que los registros de Educación Especial de estudiantes que se graduaron, se mudaron o fueron dados de baja de educación especial durante el año escolar 2018–2019 serán destruidos el 6 de julio de 2026. Los registros se pueden recoger entre el 1 de junio de 2026 y el 30 de junio de 2026, de 8:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., en la Oficina de Educación Especial del Distrito Escolar de El Dorado, ubicada en 412 North Washington. Para preguntas, se indica contactar a Shawn L. Beard, Director de Educación Especial, al 864-5133.

📚 NEW student registration for the 2026–2027 school year is open now!

Families can enroll today by visiting eldoradopublicschools.org or calling 870-864-5006 for more information.

15 days ago, El Dorado School District
El Dorado School District graphic announcing 2026–2027 new student registration is open now. The design features three student photos at the top, the district logo, and registration information with the phone number 870-864-5006 and website eldodaropublicschools.org.

BIG NEWS, WILDCATS! Next year’s EHS Musical, Oliver!, is open to students across the entire El Dorado School District! Students in grades 2–12 will have the opportunity to audition and be part of this exciting production.

Keep your eyes peeled for more information coming this fall!

22 days ago, El Dorado School District
Purple and black graphic announcing auditions for the EHS Musical 2027 production of Oliver! Any El Dorado School District student in grades 2 and up can audition. Auditions will be held in November 2026, with production dates in March 2027. More information will be shared on social media in the fall. Contact Hannah Faith Davis at hannah.davis@esd-15.org or Ruth Griffin at ruth.griffin@esd-15.org with questions. The graphic includes theater masks, abstract purple circles, black decorative shapes, the El Dorado School District logo, and the Thespian Troupe 42 logo.

The Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony is TONIGHT! 💜🖤

If you can’t attend in person, you can still watch the live stream on our YouTube channel. https://youtube.com/live/ZwIuBgDzmJE?feature=share

24 days ago, El Dorado School District
Graduation Live Stream information for the el dorado high school class of 2026. Live stream can be watched on the el dorado school district youtube channel

Students entering grades 1st–6th are invited to join us for Wildcat Football Kids’ Camp on Monday, June 8, and Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

Campers will enjoy drills, competition activities, 7-on-7 games, and plenty of Wildcat fun!

📅 June 8–9, 2026
⏰ 1:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 El Dorado High School
2000 Wildcat Drive, El Dorado, AR 71730

Pre-register today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeYDm2DIohdzypL3xFKVvUjRS2YngJtsucZtIHzSYK6d3Avw/viewform

24 days ago, El Dorado School District
Purple and black promotional graphic for Wildcat Football Kid’s Camp featuring the El Dorado Wildcat logo, stadium lights, a football field, young campers in El Dorado football jerseys, and a coach giving a high-five. The graphic announces camp for students entering grades 1st–6th on Monday, June 8 and Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 1:00–5:30 p.m. Activities include drills, competition activities, and 7-on-7 games. Pre-registration is available by QR code. Camp will be held at El Dorado High School, 2000 Wildcat Drive, El Dorado, AR 71730.

Check out a few sneak peek photos from Radium Girls dress rehearsal! Our cast and crew are so excited for opening night tonight, and we can’t wait to see you there!

📅 May 14 & 15 — 7 p.m.
📅 May 16 — 2 p.m.

🎟️ Tickets will be available at the door:
Students: $5
Adults: $10

Concessions will also be sold.

Photos taken during dress rehearsal by student photographer E’Reannia Thurman.

28 days ago, El Dorado School District
A student actor dressed as a reporter, wearing a press hat and holding papers, smiles during a scene from Radium Girls.
A student actor wearing a white shirt, suspenders, and a stage microphone smiles during a dress rehearsal scene from Radium Girls.
A student actor in a green jacket smiles from behind a stage railing during the EHS dress rehearsal of Radium Girls.
A student actor wearing a black suit and green tie smiles while raising his hand during a scene from Radium Girls.
A student actor in costume smiles while seated behind a stage railing during a dress rehearsal for Radium Girls.
Congratulations to our Track & Field athletes on an outstanding showing at the 5A State Championships!

🏆Girls Team State Runner-Up: LadyCat Track & Field
🏆 Girls 4x200 State Champions: Christian Dade, Malayshia Bullock, Serenity Caver, and Amariana Harper
🥈 Girls 4x100 State Runner-Up: Keona Candley, Serenity Caver, Zayla Rusk, and Amariana Harper
🥈 Makhiya Tillis — Girls Shot Put
🥉 Ced’Dre Daniels — 110 Meter Hurdles
🥉 Alexis Willis — Girls High Jump
🏆 Jervalen Junior — Boys Shot Put State Champion, 53’3”

We are so proud of our Wildcats! 👏🐾
30 days ago, El Dorado School District
Congrats to your 2026 state runner up, El Dorado Lady Wildcats!!
Congrats to your state champion girls 4x200 team of Christian Dade, Malayshia Bullock, Serenity Caver, and Amariana Harper!
Congrats to your state runner up 4x100 team of Keona Candley, Serenity Caver, Zayla Rusk, and Amariana Harper!
Congrats to Makhiya Tillis for placing 2nd in the girls shot put!
Congrats to Ced’Dre Daniels for placing 3rd in the 110 Meter Hurdles!
Congrats to Alexis Willis for placing 3rd in the girls high jump!
Jervalen Junior is your state champ in the boys shot put with a throw of 53’3”!
Come on out to listen to our wonderful ESDO musicians perform solos!!!
about 1 month ago, El Dorado School District
Come on out to listen to our wonderful ESDO musicians perform solos!!!

At ESD, students have opportunities to challenge themselves, get ahead, and prepare for college and beyond. Through our Acceleration Pathways, students can begin advanced coursework as early as elementary school, earn high school credits by 8th grade, access AP and concurrent credit courses, and work toward college-ready preparation before graduation.

With options like Early, Traditional, and Merit Pathways, ESD is committed to helping students find the right academic path for their future. Supported by the El Dorado Promise Scholarship, these pathways reflect our community’s commitment to helping students succeed and making college more accessible for families.

Learn more at eldoradopublicschools.org/page/acceleration-opportunities

about 1 month ago, El Dorado School District
EL DORADO SCHOOL DISTRICT ACCELERATION PATHWAYS EXPLAINED

We are so proud to celebrate resident teacher Emma Brumley for receiving the Outstanding Student Award from Southern Arkansas University!

Emma is currently a student at SAU and will join the Northwest Elementary team next school year.

Congratulations, Emma!

about 1 month ago, El Dorado School District
Emma Brumley smiles while holding an Outstanding Student Award plaque from Southern Arkansas University’s College of Education and Human Performance. She is pictured indoors in a classroom setting with a softly blurred background.
Emma Brumley smiles while holding an Outstanding Student Award plaque from Southern Arkansas University’s College of Education and Human Performance. She is pictured indoors in a classroom setting with a softly blurred background.
The El Dorado School Board's monthly meeting will be held on Monday, May 11th, at 6 pm in the Central Office Board Room. As always, the meeting is open to the public!
about 1 month ago, El Dorado School District
ESD families, Turning Point of South Arkansas, and the Blue & You Foundation are hosting a drive-thru food giveaway on May 16th and May 23rd from 10 AM–1 PM, or while supplies last.

Items may include milk, eggs, cheese, pantry staples, and more. Families can simply drive through, and volunteers will do the rest!
about 1 month ago, El Dorado School District
ESD families, Turning Point of South Arkansas and the Blue & You Foundation are hosting a drive-thru food giveaway on May 16 and May 23 from 10 AM–1 PM, or while supplies last. Items may include milk, eggs, cheese, pantry staples, and more. Families can simply drive through, and volunteers will do the rest!

We are so grateful for the incredible educators in our district who inspire, support, and believe in our students every single day. Thank you for all you do! 💜📚

about 1 month ago, El Dorado School District
teacher appreciation week - may 4 through 8

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬!

We are so proud to celebrate these three Senior Cheer Cats as they sign to cheer in college!

📣 Camryn Barnes — Prairie View A&M University
📣 Katie Whitten — University of Arkansas Monticello
📣 Mallory Smart — Ouachita Baptist

Congratulations, ladies!

about 1 month ago, El Dorado School District
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬! We are so proud to celebrate these three Senior Cheer Cats as they take their talents to the next level and sign to cheer in college! 📣 Camryn Barnes — PVAMU 📣 Katie Whitten — UAM 📣 Mallory Smart — Ouachita Congratulations, ladies! Your hard work, dedication, and Wildcat spirit have made us proud, and we cannot wait to see you shine in this next chapter!
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬! We are so proud to celebrate these three Senior Cheer Cats as they take their talents to the next level and sign to cheer in college! 📣 Camryn Barnes — PVAMU 📣 Katie Whitten — UAM 📣 Mallory Smart — Ouachita Congratulations, ladies! Your hard work, dedication, and Wildcat spirit have made us proud, and we cannot wait to see you shine in this next chapter!
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬! We are so proud to celebrate these three Senior Cheer Cats as they take their talents to the next level and sign to cheer in college! 📣 Camryn Barnes — PVAMU 📣 Katie Whitten — UAM 📣 Mallory Smart — Ouachita Congratulations, ladies! Your hard work, dedication, and Wildcat spirit have made us proud, and we cannot wait to see you shine in this next chapter!
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬! We are so proud to celebrate these three Senior Cheer Cats as they take their talents to the next level and sign to cheer in college! 📣 Camryn Barnes — PVAMU 📣 Katie Whitten — UAM 📣 Mallory Smart — Ouachita Congratulations, ladies! Your hard work, dedication, and Wildcat spirit have made us proud, and we cannot wait to see you shine in this next chapter!
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬! We are so proud to celebrate these three Senior Cheer Cats as they take their talents to the next level and sign to cheer in college! 📣 Camryn Barnes — PVAMU 📣 Katie Whitten — UAM 📣 Mallory Smart — Ouachita Congratulations, ladies! Your hard work, dedication, and Wildcat spirit have made us proud, and we cannot wait to see you shine in this next chapter!