El Dorado School District

Read with us this summer! Today, Assistant Superintendent Rhonda Simmons is reading "The Kissing Hand." Listen and read along if you have the book. Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday this summer to see who else is reading! https://youtu.be/4n5zNCRf2mU

Bus Drivers Needed: We can help you get qualified to drive. Competitive pay and benefits available. Call (870) 864-5005 for information.

Congratulations to Mr. Scott Bounds from Barton Junior High on being named El Dorado School District Teacher of the Year! Thank you so much Mr. Bounds for all you do for our district, your school, and your students!

Tomorrow between 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, let your child get some extra practice on those AR tests by stopping by the Hugh Goodwin Library! Tomorrow's special guests will be Coach Steven Jones and the El Dorado Wildcat Football team!

Check out the latest episode of The Promise Podcast to hear what it takes to be an Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Meghan Ables and Randi House tell us about the amazing things they've seen throughout the state in their Teacher of the Year experiences. http://www.eldoradopublicschools.org/promise-podcast

Elementary students: Get some practice taking AR tests on Thursdays starting June 13 at Hugh Goodwin. You could be entered to win $150 Walmart card! Check out the flyer for details.

It's Summertime! Reading is a great way to relax and enjoy your summer! Tell us: What are you reading this summer?

Don't miss out on this week's Wildcat Basketball Camps, starting today at the EHS Arena. Register upon arrival.For more information contact Coach Gary Simmons gsimmons@esd-15.org.

Today is the last day of school! Dismissal will be at 2:45. Have a wonderful and safe summer!

El Dorado Schools will be offering FREE breakfast and lunch during the summer to all children in the community! See the flyer for details.

REMINDER: No School Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

Only one week of school left! Please note the early dismissal at 2:45 on Friday, May 31.

There will be no school Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

New this week: The Promise Podcast, Episode 12 - STEM Across the Curriculum. Listen to how our three-time international award-winning Washington Middle School has integrated a STEM focus throughout their school.

El Dorado High School Graduation will be held at Memorial Stadium at 8:00 pm and broadcast live at www.eldoradosportsnetwork.com or via the Sports section of our app. If there are any changes in the schedule due to inclement weather, they will be posted here.

Please see the attached AP Make-Up Exam Schedule if you missed taking any of your exams.

The Promise Podcast released a new episode today! Check out our interviews with several teachers and Economics Arkansas about Financial Literacy for students. http://www.eldoradopublicschools.org/promise-podcast

During the night, a car accident occurred that caused damage to Yocum Primary. As a result, there will be no school at Yocum Primary (only grades K and 1) today. This will be an AMI day for these students. Parents are encouraged to have their child complete the AMI packet that was sent home earlier in the school year. For more information on AMI days, go to www.eldoradopublicschools.org.

We are pleased to announce that Stephanie Lowrey will be the New Teacher Induction Program Leader. Mrs. Lowrey has been a 4th grade teacher at Hugh Goodwin and has been in the District for six years. In her new role, Mrs. Lowery will manage the new teacher mentoring program.

No School on April 19 for Good Friday and Monday, April 22 for Easter Break! Enjoy your weekend!