Is there anything better than a glowing client testimonial? Casey Cawein received a beautiful endorsement from a Fulbright Junior High School student named Bella Browning. Bella is an eighth grader who nominated her leadership class teacher for being a wonderful human. “Mrs. Cawein always makes sure her students are okay. She has a heart for others, such a big heart,” Bella told us in her nomination.
Casey is the family and consumer science teacher at Fulbright but also teaches a leadership course where Bella encountered her. “The assignments in her class have helped me grow as a person. I just appreciate her so much,” Bella added.
For the past 11 years, Casey has called Bentonville Schools home, and by sharing her talents as a teacher, she has created a home for the thousands of students who walk the halls of Fulbright.
Nominate a Bentonville Schools' employee for the Extra Mile Award at bentonvillek12.org. #whereexcellencelives
It's a special thing when you can celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a student who is working to advance Dr. King's dream. Greta Gubler, a sixth grader at Bright Field Middle, recently won the 2023-2024 Walmart Supply Chain MLK Essay Project. In her essay, Greta wrote, "Learning about differences actually gives us a better understanding that we're not so different after all. Even though we look different doesn't mean we can't be friends." Well done, Greta! We're proud of your words and wisdom! #whereexcellencelives
Big week for Athletic Director Billy Tipps! The National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association recently recognized AD Tipps with the title of Certified Master Athletic Administrator. The award comes after years of hard work, months of careful study and, finally, a written and verbal presentation. Congratulations, Billy! #whereexcellencelives
Kindergarten pre-registration is just around the corner! If you have a rising kindergartener, we'd love to help get your little one squared away! Pre-register starting January 22 at bentonvillek12.org. #whereexcellencelives
Mark your calendars for our second annual career fair! #whereexcellencelives
The Parent Choice School meetings scheduled for tomorrow night at The International School at Mary Mae Jones and at Apple Glen Elementary have been rescheduled because of potential inclement weather. The new date is January 23 at 6:00 p.m. The meetings will take place on the school campuses, so choose the learning model you'd like to learn about and go to that campus. Find more information at https://www.bentonvillek12.org/page/parent-choice-school #whereexcellencelives
A helpful resource for parents in our community! #whereexcellencelives
Just before the winter break, Bentonville High School Senior Rachel Saulsbery served as a keynote speaker at the Arkansas School Boards Association seminar after writing the winning presentation to gain the opportunity. Rachel spoke on the timely topic of the ethical use of AI in education, privacy and security scenarios and the social impact of artificial intelligence, the good and the bad. We're proud of Rachel and the work she's doing! Keep it going, Rachel! #whereexcellencelives
Elementary schools in our district all have what’s called activity teams. At Vaughn Elementary School, the team consists of teachers Shanna Amos, Carol Halbmaier, Jane Hundley, Leslie Mackey, Jennifer Rivera, Beau Smith and Kenneth Timbrel. They were nominated for the Extra Mile Award by their principal, Kendra Schacht. In her nomination, she wrote this team is the first to volunteer for any event, celebration or task.
The team recently hosted a party for a classroom without a parent volunteer. They schedule time to mentor students, and if they aren’t assigned a duty in the mornings, they welcome students as they enter the building. In all they do, they seek out ways to contribute.
Please join us in congratulating Kenny, Carol, Leslie, Beau, Shanna, Jane and Jenni! #whereexcellencelives
Christmas came early for the Bentonville Pride! Recently, the Sudler Shield Award Committee convened and unanimously voted to honor the Bentonville Pride Marching Band as the 2023 Sudler Shield Award Winner. This achievement marks the first time an Arkansas band has received this prestigious accolade. In its 37-year history, the Sudler Shield has been awarded to only 112 bands globally, representing 19 states and seven countries. Congratulations, BHS Pride! #whereexcellencelives
Eighth graders are getting a good look at high school today! At both Bentonville High School and Bentonville West High School, we rolled out the welcome mat for hundreds of jr high students so they can get the 411 on what's to come! Claws Up & Roll Tigs! #whereexcellencelives
Five, six, seven, STATE! Congratulations to
the Bentonville High School Cheer Squad! They’ve brought home another Arkansas State Championship! The team is led by Head Coach Tracy Kaufman #whereexcellencelives
Evening Star Elementary and Willowbrook Elementary are Model PLC schools! This is a big honor presented by a renowned organization called Solution Tree. That company promotes professional learning communities in schools across the nation. In other words, bring together the very best to work for solutions that benefit our students. Principal Ashley Williams and Principal Christina Hamilton lead a solid group of educators most deserving of this honor! #whereexcellencelives
Thomas Jefferson Elementary recently hosted the best after-party! The PTO there hosted Cookies with Santa one night, inviting students to make reindeer food and buy a jingle bell necklace. (It's the accessory of the season we hear!) Teachers used the proceeds from that jewelry sale to support a TJ family in need of a hand-up this holiday season! Well done, TJ! #whereexcellencelives
Looking for work that works with your family? Consider substitute teaching in Bentonville Schools. #whereexcellencelives
The Bentonville High School Men's Cross Country Team is making headlines after a big finish at the Nike Cross Nationals in Oregon. The team recently finished 13th in the nation after qualifying to compete in the prestigious event. The team is led by Coach Mike Power. Way to represent, gentlemen! #whereexcellencelives
Pictured Left to Right: Eli Seavey, Payton Brack, Owen Kelley, Carter Beasley, Matthew Shelly & Ryan Fernstrom
Not Pictured: James American Horse
THIS is #whereexcellencelives
This is the start of something big in Bentonville! We celebrated the launch of two parent choice schools this morning. In the fall of 2024, Apple Glen Elementary and The International School at Mary Mae Jones will open their doors to students outside their zones. Apple Glen is the state's only visible learning school and The International School will offer an international baccalaureate program to elementary students. Find more information at https://www.bentonvillek12.org/page/parent-choice-school. #whereexcellencelives
Congratulations to our November Extra Mile Award recipients! Zack Jostad, Beth Spicer and Pete Madsen recently hosted a writer's conference at Bentonville West High School for more than 200 high school students. Thanks to a grant from the Bentonville Schools Foundation, the trio set about securing several panelists and published authors, including one on the New York Times bestseller list. Students were encouraged to ask questions, think big, and, of course, write. The event was a huge success! #whereexcellencelives
Fifteen students from Bentonville Schools recently received the Seal of Biliteracy for their high level of proficiency in English and Mandarin. Mandarin Chinese is the official language of China and one of the fastest-growing dialects in the world. 做得好, students! (Translation: Well done, students!) #whereexcellencelives
