The Arkansas Activities Association has declared June 23-July 7 as Athletics Dead Weeks, giving student athletes a break from practices and sports events. Students will not be allowed at any school sports facilities during these two weeks and the football field cannot be used. The track at Memorial Stadium will remain open to the public.

Parents of Kindergarteners: Kindergarten Bash is right around the corner. Mark your calendar and attend one of these events to help you child get ready to start school!

Read along with Mr. Tucker in a story about the importance of hard work, "Tops & Bottoms." Tune next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for more Summer Reading with our staff.
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Join our special guest Miss Natural State's Outstanding Teen (and EHS student), Reaves Robinson for AR Test Thursday at Hugh Goodwin Elementary. ALL elementary school students who finished K-3rd can go to Hugh Goodwin between 11:30-1:00 tomorrow to get practice on AR tests!


Here's a BONUS video for this week! Check out Mrs. Hale reading Green Eggs & Ham today! Then, tune in every Tuesday and Thursday for more summer reading videos!
https://youtu.be/UulWF5hDzGQ
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.

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

REMINDER: 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.

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

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.
