It's MAINTENANCE APPRECIATION DAY!
The El Dorado School District has a great team who work behind the scenes to keep all the things running! We are thankful for their hard work!
From left to right: Keith Ross, Binod Sapkota, Dennis Robinson, James Porter, Allan Saunders, Todd Rainwater, Justin Small. Not pictures: John White
Happy birthday, Dr. Seuss!
Dr. Seuss believed all children deserve the opportunity to escape into the world of imagination with reading. Each year, on his birthday, students across the US celebrate National Read Across America Day, including students like Aubrey Clark. A 1st grader at Yocum Primary, Aubrey enjoyed reading in Ms. Morgan's class during their independent reading time today!
What is your favorite Dr. Seuss book?
#EveryStudentDeserves #ReadAcrossAmerica
Are you planning to enroll your child in kindergarten this fall? Join us for Kindergarten Open House to learn more about our elementary schools!
Open House is set for NEXT Wednesday, March 8th from 4pm - 7pm. Parents and incoming kindergartners are encouraged to visit each building to discover what the El Dorado School District has to offer.
At the first building you visit, you'll receive a card with a place for three stamps. As you visit each building, you'll receive a stamp from that school. When you finish your last tour, you can turn the completed stamp card in for entry into some awesome prizes!
We look forward to seeing you next week!
Yocum Primary, 1103 W. Cedar Street
Northwest Elementary, 1600 N. College Avenue
Hugh Goodwin Elementary, 201 E. 5th Street
Katie Harwell, a teacher at El Dorado High School, graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor of Interior Design. She currently teaches Visual Art for grades 9-12.
Mrs. Harwell chose to attend LA Tech for many reasons, including the outstanding Architecture and Art Departments. She loved that Ruston is a small town, and the bonus is that LA Tech is a great college. Her experience was special. “The professors are fun, and the town is very supportive of the University. My college years were wonderful!”
Thank you, Mrs. Harwell, for sharing about LA Tech! If you are interested in learning more about Louisiana Tech University, visit https://www.latech.edu/.
Northwest Elementary received a phone call that caused some concern this morning. Administrators felt it was important to act with precaution and put the building into a Level 1 lockdown while the phone call was investigated. Parents were able to check students out with proper identification, but students were kept inside during morning recess. At the conclusion of the investigation, it was determined that the concern was unfounded. The lockdown was lifted, and students resumed normal outside activities. The El Dorado School District is grateful to the Northwest Administration for its quick response and focus on student and staff safety.
February is almost over, and Spring Break will be here before you know it!
All ESD schools will dismiss at 2:25pm on Friday, March 17, 2023.
February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month!
Please join us in celebrating with a showcase event of CTE Programs at El Dorado High School on Monday, February 27th from 10am-noon. Come visit with students and teachers as they share how CTE at EHS is cultivating pathways for success!
Haley Moore, a teacher at Washington Middle School, graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (K-6). She currently teaches 5th-grade English and coaches the 5th/6th and 7th/8th cheerleaders.
Mrs. Moore chose to attend UCA for the “at home” feeling she had during her campus visit. “Each year at UCA, I realized more and more how blessed I was to be there. I am forever thankful for the people and experiences that UCA brought me!”
Many of these experiences were found in the education program. “The professors, how well they prepare you for the real world, and the experiences they offer to prepare you are nothing short of the best,” Mrs. Moore said.
Thank you, Mrs. Moore, for sharing about UCA! If you are interested in learning more about the University of Central Arkansas, visit https://uca.edu/.
It's School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! We are beyond grateful for our fabulous bus drivers, especially since we know how special and rare they are! Thank you for keeping our kids safe day in and day out!
Beginning today, the Memorial Stadium track will be closed for repairs. The estimated time for repairs is 7-10 business days. We will notify the public when the track is re-opened. Thank you for your understanding.
Congratulations to the Union County Spelling Bee winners!
Alex Flowers, 1st Place, WMS, 5th Grade
Janaira Hamilton, 2nd place, Strong-Huttig, 8th Grade
Kaden Hectrick, 3rd place, WMS, 5th Grade
Nine students total participated in the spelling bee: WMS students: Alex Flowers, Kaden Hectrick, Robert Aguiluz, Eriyanna Malone, Zariah Miller; Strong students: Dexton Howard, Janaira Hamilton, Sariyah Pickett, Annie Cooper. We are so proud of all these students! They were wonderful!
Reminder: During Parent Teacher Conferences tomorrow, there will be a Promise Meeting for the Class of 2023 and their parents/guardians in the EHS Commons from 5-6pm.
Reminder: Parent Teacher Conferences take place tomorrow from noon-6pm. There will be no school for students.
Congratulations to Class of 2023! #SeniorSpotlight #SeniorSunday
🎓 Emily Mann – Emily plans on attending the University of Arkansas at Monticello and becoming a pharmacist.
🎓 Marjavian Wiley – Marjavian plans on attending Southern Arkansas University to study nursing.
🎓 Mikhaela Davis – Mikhaela plans on attending culinary school in Little Rock.
🎓 Summer Smith – Summer plans to attend Spelman College in Atlanta and become a nurse practitioner.
🎓Tomas Smith – Tomas plans to attend SAU in the fall and become a welder.
🎓 Catelynn Connor – Catelynn plans on studying to become a physical therapist at the University of Central Arkansas.
🎓 Shandy Williams – Shandy plans to attend SAU Tech and become an ultrasound tech.
Who’s got some love for these graduates?! ❤️ Like, love, and share!
Reminder: Tomorrow is Winter Break! All ESD schools are closed.
The Union County Spelling Bee is happening now! Five 5th/6th graders are headed into round 9!
Reminder to all Barton Parents and Guardians: BJHS Parent Night* is happening TONIGHT! It begins at 6pm in the BJHS Cafeteria. We hope to see you there!
*This event is for parents only.
Watching your child grow and develop is one of the joys of parenthood. Sometimes you may notice your child isn't doing the same things as other children their age. Don't panic! There's help! The ESD Special Education Department is only a phone call away! For more information on Special Education services, please contact the ESD Special Education Department at 870.864.5133 or visit our website at www.eldoradopublicschools.org
The El Dorado School District will honor Warren Harshaw with a court dedication ceremony this Friday, February 17th. The ceremony will take place immediately following the girls' game. We look forward to a great crowd to cheer on the Cats and honor Coach Harshaw!
In honor of Valentine's Day, our K-6 librarians came together for a project involving literacy and community service. They shared the story "Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch" by Eileen Spinelli with their elementary and middle school students. Then, students created valentines for residents in the local nursing homes. The students enjoyed the story and making their cards. We know the residents will enjoy them, too!
