Schools are closed on Wednesday, January 28. Unfortunately, neighborhood roads remain dangerous in many areas. We expect a return to school on Thursday. #whereexcellencelives
No school on Tuesday, January 27, because of dangerous road conditions. We’ll continue to update you as we travel neighborhood roads today and tomorrow.
You can still pre-register your kindergartener with us! Do so by the end of this week at bentonvillek12.org. We look forward to welcoming your youngest student! #whereexcellencelives
There is no school on Monday, January 26, because of winter weather. Stay safe and warm!
Eric Barnett is a music teacher at The International School at Mary Mae Jones. He's also our January Extra Mile Award recipient.
Eric was nominated for this award by Brooke Brewer, a TIS mom. Brooke wrote that her daughter, Blaire, counts down the days until she can count beats in Mr. B’s music class.
Brooke was naturally grateful for an engaging teacher in her daughter’s classroom, but it wasn’t until she attended a school musical that she got the full picture.
“He made the night fun and interactive with snowballs for the audience and had coloring sheets ready for younger siblings, so every child felt included. He even took time to gather parent feedback through a survey,” Brooke wrote.
It was a labor of love, for sure. Mr. B wrote the entire production himself. The music, the lyrics, the rehearsal schedule…he did it all.
Students wrapped their performance with confidence, knowing they had pulled off something special, but Mr. B says the magic happened well before opening night.
“I love laughing and having fun with my students as we share musical experiences together,” Eric simply said.
Music stirs the soul, but it’s the laughter of a child immersed in learning that is a song for the ages. Congratulations, Eric! Thank you for making Bentonville Schools #whereexcellencelives
Eric was nominated for this award by Brooke Brewer, a TIS mom. Brooke wrote that her daughter, Blaire, counts down the days until she can count beats in Mr. B’s music class.
Brooke was naturally grateful for an engaging teacher in her daughter’s classroom, but it wasn’t until she attended a school musical that she got the full picture.
“He made the night fun and interactive with snowballs for the audience and had coloring sheets ready for younger siblings, so every child felt included. He even took time to gather parent feedback through a survey,” Brooke wrote.
It was a labor of love, for sure. Mr. B wrote the entire production himself. The music, the lyrics, the rehearsal schedule…he did it all.
Students wrapped their performance with confidence, knowing they had pulled off something special, but Mr. B says the magic happened well before opening night.
“I love laughing and having fun with my students as we share musical experiences together,” Eric simply said.
Music stirs the soul, but it’s the laughter of a child immersed in learning that is a song for the ages. Congratulations, Eric! Thank you for making Bentonville Schools #whereexcellencelives
We've canceled several weekend events in light of the forecast. We'll continue to update our families and community as early as possible. #whereexcellencelives
Congratulations to the Bentonville Pride! The group recently placed an incredible 162 student musicians in the All-Region Band! That's more than any school in Arkansas! Congratulations to these talented young men and ladies! #whereexcellencelives
We can't love this project enough! Sixth graders at Old High Middle teamed up with kiddos in our Excellent Beginnings Pre-K program to design and sew stuffies, as they affectionately call them.
The project allowed our older students to refine their leadership skills, while the pre-k students loved learning with their new friends.
Over the course of weeks, the two groups worked together on their design, cut it from felt and then the assembled. They celebrated by gifting the stuffies to the younger students who cuddle them during their nap time!
Learn more about our pre-k programs at https://www.bentonvillek12.org/.../page/excellent-beginnings #whereexcellencelives
The project allowed our older students to refine their leadership skills, while the pre-k students loved learning with their new friends.
Over the course of weeks, the two groups worked together on their design, cut it from felt and then the assembled. They celebrated by gifting the stuffies to the younger students who cuddle them during their nap time!
Learn more about our pre-k programs at https://www.bentonvillek12.org/.../page/excellent-beginnings #whereexcellencelives
NOW ENROLLING! Our parent choice schools represent an evolution in education! Find the right fit for your family, and watch your kids grow in their purpose! Go to bentonvillek12.org and click on Parent Choice to learn about our arts academy, leadership learning model, our International Baccalaureate Programme and Visible Learning school! #whereexcellencelives
Every student in America deserves a school board as good as this one! These seven individuals are servant leaders, consistently giving of their time and resources to ensure Bentonville Schools remains #whereexcellencelives.
January is School Board Appreciation Month across our country, but we're grateful for these folks today and every day!
Pictured Left to Right: Willie Cowgur, Bill Akins, Jeremy Farmer, Jennifer Faddis, Tatum Aicklen, Rachel Nutt & Becky Guthrie
January is School Board Appreciation Month across our country, but we're grateful for these folks today and every day!
Pictured Left to Right: Willie Cowgur, Bill Akins, Jeremy Farmer, Jennifer Faddis, Tatum Aicklen, Rachel Nutt & Becky Guthrie
Walmart is sparking big ideas in students at Thomas Jefferson Leadership Academy! Home office associates and members of the Walmart supplier community recently met with TJ students to discuss what leadership looks like at work and at home! Thomas Jefferson is one of our newest parent choice schools, instilling integrity, initiative and service in the personal and academic lives of students!
Interested in learning more about the leadership model at TJ? Request a tour at bentonvillek12.org #whereexcellencelives
Interested in learning more about the leadership model at TJ? Request a tour at bentonvillek12.org #whereexcellencelives
The sweetest faces are found in our kindergarten classrooms! Pre-register your child on January 19! More information at bentonvillek12.org. #whereexcellencelives
Enjoy the most beautiful winter break, Bentonville! Students return to class on Tuesday, January 6. #whereexcellencelives
No better way to end 2025 than to honor two Bentonville High School veteran educators as our Extra Mile Award recipients. For the last two decades, Holly Treat and Tony Cherico have taught a class called Outdoor Pursuits. In it, students learn to rock climb, fly fish, kayak and so many more outdoor skills. For some of these kids, it's their first time experiencing the beauty that awaits us outside in Arkansas.
These field trips require more work than you might imagine. Holly and Tony do it all, though, with an infectious positivity. When a student reels in that first fish, it's hard to tell who is happier, the teen or Holly! Tony told us there's nothing better than watching a student put down the phone and pick up a new perspective thanks to time spent outdoors.
Holly and Tony, thank you for going the Extra Mile! You make Bentonville Schools #whereexcellencelives
These field trips require more work than you might imagine. Holly and Tony do it all, though, with an infectious positivity. When a student reels in that first fish, it's hard to tell who is happier, the teen or Holly! Tony told us there's nothing better than watching a student put down the phone and pick up a new perspective thanks to time spent outdoors.
Holly and Tony, thank you for going the Extra Mile! You make Bentonville Schools #whereexcellencelives
Kindergarten Pre-Registration is coming up! Visit our website for more information and mark your calendars now! #whereexcellencelives
Paula Renteria, a Spanish teacher at Bentonville High School, is behind one of our favorite holiday traditions. Every December, Paula and her Spanish Club students prepare a holiday feast for guests of The Salvation Army of Northwest Arkansas. Our students make a delicious dinner from scratch, but it's the sharing of good company that makes the meal meaningful. #whereexcellencelives
Bentonville Schools, Alice L. Walton Foundation and Heartland Whole Health Institute announced plans today to partner on an expansion of our Ignite Professional Studies program on the future Bentonville Health Care Campus. Discussions are underway for the Foundation to provide a space to expand Ignite’s health science, technology, global business and engineering programs.
This expansion will eventually serve 1,500 students. Juniors and seniors will apply to participate in the Ignite Professional Studies program as they always have. In addition, we are in discussions with the Alice L. Walton Foundation to expand the program to include more students from neighboring districts, including Decatur, Fayetteville, Gentry, Gravette, Pea Ridge, Rogers, SIloam Springs and Springdale Public Schools.
Expanding these programs will allow our students to gain real, relevant knowledge through industry mentors and partners.
We’re grateful to Alice Walton and the Heartland Whole Health Institute for this incredible opportunity! #whereexcellencelives
Recently, the Historic Cane Hill hosted its seventh annual art exhibition and competition, and Bentonville West High School students were the top winners!
Almost 200 submissions from across Arkansas were considered. The four $500 Curators Awards were given to West students Veda Ash, Yenuli Wickramasinghe, Avery Clinton and Max Neufer. #whereexcellencelives
Almost 200 submissions from across Arkansas were considered. The four $500 Curators Awards were given to West students Veda Ash, Yenuli Wickramasinghe, Avery Clinton and Max Neufer. #whereexcellencelives
These sweet lil' turkeys put on their own Thanksgiving parade just before the break at Vaughn Elementary School. We hope today is filled with lots of love and best dishes! #whereexcellencelives
Lucky number 7! Seven straight Arkansas State Championships for the Bentonville Pride! These talented student musicians were also recently named finalists at Grand Nationals in Indianapolis. Bentonville Pride performs under the direction of Tim Hendrix, Philip Shewmaker and Nick Fernandez. #whereexcellencelives
