Reminder: All ESD schools dismiss at 2pm today!
TOMORROW IS HOMECOMING!!
Students have been hard at work this week preparing for the Homecoming parade tomorrow. We are excited to see all the entries! Just a few reminders for tomorrow:
• ALL ESD SCHOOLS DISMISS AT 2PM TOMORROW.
• The Pep Rally begins at 1:15pm at the Wildcat Arena.
• The Homecoming Parade begins at 3:30pm.
• Memorial Stadium gates will open at 5:45pm and will close if/when capacity is reached.
• The game theme is the annual PINK OUT. Fans are encouraged to wear pink with their El Dorado purple.
• Coronation begins at 6:30pm, and kick-off is at 7pm.
• The Clear Bag Policy and K-6 Safety Policy remains in place.
• Fans will not be allowed to leave and re-enter the game.
• El Dorado students are not permitted to sit on the Visitors' Side.
Let's Go Cats!!
Submissions for the October W.I.L.D. Award are open until Friday, October 20, 2022. The winner and October's sponsor will be announced on Monday, October 24th.
To submit your nomination, access the form here: https://bit.ly/WILDAward
Bailey Camacho, a teacher at Barton Junior High School, graduated from Southern Arkansas University with a Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Arts in Teaching, and a Certificate in Educational Leadership. Mrs. Camacho currently teaches 8th-grade literacy and media, including advising the yearbook and school newsletter.
Mrs. Camacho chose Southern Arkansas University, because she wanted a university that would accept her as a non-traditional student. “I wanted to show our kids that even though it was later in life, I could still get my college education. At SAU, I was able to not only get my bachelor’s but also get two master's degrees.”
Cherishing the time she spent at SAU, Mrs. Camacho made memories and lifelong friends and discovered her passion for books. “The professors really show how much they care about you as a student. I grew to love learning and have accomplished things I never thought possible when I was younger.”
Thank you, Mrs. Camacho, for sharing about your SAU experience! If you are interested in learning more about Southern Arkansas University, visit https://web.saumag.edu/.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the CDC, an estimated 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer during her lifetime.
Although we know cancer is not something you can prevent, today’s Wellness Wednesday tip focuses on five habits that can help lower the risks:
1. Maintain a healthy weight
2. Stay physically active
3. Eat fruits and vegetables
4. Do not smoke
5. Limit alcohol consumption
#wellnesswednesday
Making plans for Homecoming on Friday? Here's a few things you need to know:
• Homecoming Theme: GAME TIME
• 12th Man theme: "PINK OUT"
• Pep Rally begins at 1:15pm.
• School dismisses at 2:00pm.
• The Homecoming Parade begins at 3:30pm.
• Coronation is at 6:30, and kick-off is at 7pm.
GO CATS!
Parent/Teacher Conferences begin at noon today! We look forward to visiting with parents and guardians!
*Reminder: School is not in session today, but students are welcome and encouraged to attend conferences with their guardian.
Each year, a Report to the Public is given at each school and district level. The school reports will take place tomorrow, October 11th; the district report will be given at the board meeting on Monday, October 17th. For meeting locations, contact each school directly.
REMINDER:
Fall break is TOMORROW, OCTOBER 10.
Parent/Teacher Conferences are TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11.
There will not be school for students on Monday or Tuesday. We look forward to visiting with parents and guardians on Tuesday!
It's MusicFest weekend! Don't miss your chance to hear the El Dorado Band and Choirs perform tomorrow morning! Performances begin at 9am on the PJ's Coffee Stage!
Can't make it to the game tonight? Watch the Wildcats live on the West Memphis website! Kickoff is at 7pm!
Go Cats!
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueDevilNetwork
We received a report that an 18-wheeler hit a pole, causing a power outage at Yocum Elementary and Barton Junior High School. To fix the electrical issue, Entergy has shut down the power in that area. Administrators and teachers are handling the situation well, and school continues to take place. However, if parents or guardians would like to pick up their students, they will not be counted absent for the remainder of the day.
*Power is still on at Yocum Primary.
If you haven't booked your Parent Teacher Conference appointment, today is a great day to do that! Remember, PTC will be held NEXT TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11TH from 12pm - 6pm. Students will not be in school Monday or Tuesday of next week.
If your student is in grades K-4th, please contact your student's teacher directly.
If your student is in 5th-12th grade, you can access the teachers' Calendly links to schedule your appointments by following these steps:
From the ESD Website:
• Visit www.eldoradopublicschools.org.
• Select your student's school.
• Select the "Parents" tab.
• Select "Fall 2022 Parent/Teacher Conference Sign-Ups."
• Find your student's teacher and select their link.
• Schedule your appointment.
From the ESD app:
•Open the app.
•Select your student's school.
•Select "Events."
•Find October 11: Parent Teacher Conferences.
•Select the bit.ly link in the description.
• Find your student's teacher and select their link.
• Schedule your appointment.
We look forward to visiting with parents next Tuesday!
Reminder: NO SCHOOL MONDAY, OCTOBER 10.
Students are out for Fall Break this coming Monday!
The October newsletter is live! Check it out here: https://www.smore.com/z76um
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2023:
The 2023-2024 FAFSA Application opened on October 1st.
College and Career Coaches and other volunteers will be in the library during Parent Teacher Conferences from 9:00 am-5:00 pm to assist with the FAFSA and other scholarship applications. Join the College & Career Google Classroom for more information, including a detailed list of the information needed to complete the FAFSA and steps each student/guardian needs to take prior to attending the meeting. All seniors and their guardians are encouraged to attend!
It’s that time of year…cold and flu season is upon us! Washing your hands often and disinfecting surfaces in your home can help prevent the spread of illness.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), getting your annual flu shot is one of the best ways to protect your family. Flu shots are recommended for everyone six months of age and older. The CDC recommends that people get vaccinated against the flu starting in October. The earlier you get your shot, the sooner your immune system can start producing antibodies — typically within two weeks. However, getting vaccinated later is still beneficial and can help protect you through the end of flu season.
With the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic, many have forgotten about protecting themselves from seasonal influenza. The flu virus changes from one year to the next, which means getting your flu vaccine this and every other year helps to boost your immunity and protect against the most common strains of the virus. It also helps to prevent the spreading of the disease through our local community.
ESD students have the opportunity to get their flu shot at school with our free flu clinics. Contact your student’s school for more information.
Students , teachers, and families also have an opportunity to get the flu shot at the Wildcat Wellness Center located on the WMS Campus. Call 870-639-3875 to schedule your appointment!
Link to Flu Form for school flu clinics: https://5il.co/1ixz9
#WellnessWednesday #WeAreESD
Katie King, the El Dorado School District GT Coordinator, graduated from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Entrepreneurship, the University of Arkansas at Monticello for non-traditional licensure, and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for her Gifted Education licensure. In addition to her role as GT Coordinator for the district, Ms. King is also a 2nd-6th grade GT Facilitator at Retta Brown.
Although Ms. King enjoyed her time at UAM and UALR, her heart belongs to the University of Arkansas, where she spent an exciting four years. She grew up cheering for the Hogs, attending home football games at the U of A from the time she was old enough to say “go.” “I honestly didn’t know other colleges existed back then. We weren’t introduced by our teachers.” So with her family's devotion to the Hogs, Ms. King was destined to attend U of A.
U of A was special for many reasons. Ms. King enjoyed the atmosphere, pledged Delta Delta Delta, was a member of the U of A Dance Company, and had great professors. But it was the sports that made her time exciting and memorable. While she was there, the men’s basketball team won the NCAA Championship, and Ms. King was privileged to see the last Razorback game played at Barhill Arena, more commonly referred to as the “night the lights went out at Barnhill” by Razorback fans. She was also present for the opening game of Bud Walton Arena and watched the team become National Runners-Up. She also witnessed the inaugural baseball game at Baum Stadium before she graduated.
Thank you, Ms. King, for sharing about your time at the U of A! If you are interested in learning more about the University of Arkansas, visit https://www.uark.edu/.
Information regarding COVID P-EBT Cards:
ESD is not responsible for when or how cards are mailed out. As of 10/3/2022, P-EBT cards have not been mailed, and DHS does not have an estimated date on when they will be mailed. At this time, ESD does not have any further information for families.
If you'd like to inquire further, please call the P-EBT Call Center at 833.316.2421.
In honor of National Principal's Month, we are going to celebrate each of our seven principals by sharing a little about them! First up, Mrs. Sherry Hill of El Dorado High School!
Be sure to #ThankAPrincipal the next time you see Mrs. Hill!
