Only 5 more days until the first day of school! 🥳 Did you know that Evening Star Elementary was featured on the Arkansas Department of Education website because of the meaningful access we provide throughout our school building? We are committed to ensuring each student we serve receives the support they need to reach their full potential and soar in every way. Last year, we were also one of the first elementary schools in our district to implement the Circle of Friends program.
Did you know that Evening Star Elementary is an Arkansas R.I.S.E. Model School?! Based on the observations of the State Assessors and evidence provided, we are a RISE Model School not only because of the incredible reading instruction provided by our staff but also the culture of reading evident in our school, homes, and communities. R.I.S.E. (Reading Initiative for Student Excellence) Arkansas encourages a culture of reading by coordinating a statewide reading campaign with community partners, parents, and teachers to establish the importance of reading in homes, schools, and communities.
Goal 1: Sharpen the focus and strengthen instruction.
Goal 2: Create community collaboration.
Goal 3: Build a culture of reading!
* Click on the following link to learn more about R.I.S.E.: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/rise-arkansas
*Family Resources: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/rise-arkansas/rise-family-resources
Thank you for continuing to foster a love of reading in your home.
7 more days until the first day of school. 🎉Who is getting excited?! Did you know that in September of last school year, according to NICHE, ESE was #1 of 488 Best Public Elementary Schools in Arkansas? We are beyond proud and know this is only possible because of the fantastic parent and school partnerships we have formed since opening our doors in 2019. ESE is the place to be!
So much to be proud of!
#1 of 488 Best Public Elementary Schools in Arkansas
#373 of 50,783 Best Public Elementary Schools in America
Did you know that on December 1, 2023, ESE was recognized as a Model PLC at Work School? This is an incredible accomplishment! ESE is now one of about 500 schools/districts in the US and Canada to receive this incredible honor. This recognition is a true testament to the collaborative work of our ESE team and their persistent focus on student and adult learning within and beyond our school building.
At Evening Star, we are dedicated to empowering our students through five core values: teamwork, integrity, growth, empathy, and enthusiasm. Chosen in 2019 with input from families, students, staff, alumni from the class of 1948, and community members, these values are the foundation of our school culture. They guide how we learn, grow, and interact, fostering a respectful and understanding environment that drives academic excellence. You can feel the impact of these values as soon as you step through our doors! All of our owls embody our mission by empowering one another to be their best selves by soaring for the stars in every way. Evening Star remains committed to a legacy of excellence that positively influences the community around us.
It's officially time to begin our 10-day countdown to the 1st day of school! 🥳 As we embark on our sixth year at Evening Star Elementary, we are thrilled to continue celebrating the long-lasting Evening Star legacy with all of you. Did you know that the name of Evening Star Elementary honors the charming original one-room schoolhouse known as Evening Star School? Established in 1884, this historic and quaint schoolhouse was nestled less than a quarter mile from our present location. We’re thrilled to keep building lasting memories with all our owls through our cherished school traditions.
📅Mark Your Calendars - Our ESE Open House is officially 1 month away and we cannot wait to see all of our Evening Star Owls!
August: 12th - 💙Open House & Canned Food Drive (Watch social media for more details.)
Please attend the session by the First Initial of your child’s LAST NAME
Kindergarten Open House Times:
*12:00-12:45 p.m. Last Names A-G
*1:00-1:45 p.m. Last Names H-O
*2:00-2:45 p.m. Last Names P-Z
Sensory Friendly Open House - Invite Only
*3:00-3:45 p.m.
1st-4th Open House Times:
*3:45-4:20 p.m. Last Names A-G
*4:25-5:00 p.m. Last Names H-O
*5:10-5:45 p.m. Last Names P-Z
*Please attend the session assigned by the First Initial of your child's LAST NAME. We have designated times for grade levels due to limited parking and the sheer size of our student body. Additionally, designated time blocks allow our staff the opportunity to spend a little more time with families in smaller groups and answer specific questions as it relates to your little owl.
Note:
*August 14th -⭐The FIRST DAY of SCHOOL🦉
*August 27th - 8:30 a.m. PTO Meeting & 9:30 a.m.1st Volunteer Training
Happy Wednesday, ESE Families!
We hope everyone's summer is off to a great start. As we prepare for the 2024-2025 school year, we wanted to send some information and reminders your way. Click HERE to read our 2024-2025 School Year Information and Reminders newsletter.
Evening Star Families,
As you know, due to the significant storm damage caused throughout our school district, school for the 2023-2024 session will not resume. We are currently working on a plan for the pickup of students' belongings. Please stay tuned for more information sometime tomorrow.
In the meantime, we hope everyone is safe!! We do have some ESE staff members who were impacted by various degrees due to the storms. Fortunately, our building is in good shape, and so is our playground. If your family needs support, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to help!
Stay safe,
Principal Williams
Our mission is Evening Star Elementary - Where owls empower each other to be our best selves by soaring for the stars in every way.
Our vision - We are committed to continuing a legacy of excellence that impacts the world around us.
Attention 4th-Grade Families! Your little owl is about to spread its wings and leave the Evening Star nest. We would love for you to join us for a special event on Thursday, May 30th, specifically for 4th-grade students and parents. Please RSVP by May 23rd. To RSVP, check out the email from your child's homeroom teacher that was sent on May 14th. Siblings may join the clap-out at 1:45 p.m.
It's ESE's Annual Student Appreciation Week. Join us for some fun spirit days on Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday. ESE Parents & Guardians, we would love for you to send your little owl a note to school for them to open on Friday. Watch for an email from your child's homeroom teacher.
🎉As of last Friday morning, we had collected 533 cereal boxes. Our Kindergarten students are currently in the lead with 154 boxes, and the second grade isn't far behind. We will be collecting boxes until Wednesday, May 22nd. Our goal is to collect enough cereal boxes to line our hallways, 4th grade to Kindergarten, with a cereal Domino run to celebrate the kindness and generosity of ESE students and families. Our Annual Cereal Domino Run will take place on Friday, May 24th. Last year, we collected 625 boxes. I want to challenge our ESE Owls to beat last year's collection total. If every family donates just 1 box of unopened ceral we will surpass our goal. Keep those cereal boxes rolling in!
Let's create a chain reaction of kindness, one donated cereal box at a time! The Annual ESE Cereal Drive kicks off Monday, May 13th! We will be collecting boxes until Wednesday, May 22nd. Our goal is to collect enough cereal boxes to line our hallways, 4th grade to Kindergarten, with a cereal Domino run to celebrate the kindness and generosity of ESE students and families. Our Annual Cereal Domino Run will take place on Friday, May 24th. Are you curious to see what a massive Domino cereal run looks like? Check it out here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=204351761436390
🌟Attention 2024-2025 Incoming ESE Kindergarten Families!🌟
We hope you can join us on May 14th for our official Kindergarten Signing Day.✏️
Students will have an opportunity to meet some of our staff and make some new friends while our parents learn all about the day in the life of a kindergartener. We can't wait to meet all of our future little owls. 🦉
📢2024 Field Day T-shirts are still on SALE! %💥
The store closes Sunday, May 05 at 11:59 pm CDT. Don't miss out!
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⭐Attention ESE 3rd & 4th Grade Families! ⭐
Our 3rd & 4th Grade Spring Fling is this Friday. Check out the attached flyer for all of the details.
📅Mark your calendars! The Arvest Ballpark on Friday, May 24th is the place to be! There will be a mini concert showcasing our very own ESE 4th Graders. Tickets are on sale now. Visit: https://www.mypaymentsplus.com/welcome
🗓️Mark your calendars! Bike to School week is next week - April 29th- May 3rd.
This week is Office Staff Appreciation week and we are confident we have the BEST Office Staff around. 💙These three ladies do so much for our entire school community! They are the first smiling faces you see when you enter ESE🦉and they go above and beyond every day. Join us in letting these 3 ladies know how much they are loved and appreciated. 💐
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are thrilled to unveil our newest collaborative learning spaces for our little owls! 🦉 Thanks to a fantastic partnership with Cousins Furniture, we've enhanced our environment with three amazing seating areas. 🪑✨ These spots are designed to spark creativity and teamwork, providing our students with even more opportunities to learn and grow together. 📚 We can't wait to surprise our students tomorrow and see the excitement on their faces.
@Cousins' Office Furniture of NWA
