🦁 Educators from Gravette High School and Gravette Middle School gathered this week for Universal Design for Learning (UDL) training at the Lion Learning Center.
The session brought together general education and special services staff to study how small changes in classroom design can lead to better outcomes for every learner.
Gravette Schools has entered a three-year partnership with CAST, the national leader in UDL, to strengthen instructional practices across the district. Special services is also working with the Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative to provide continued training and support for this work.
Special Education Director Tyler Matlock shared, “We are very excited at what the practices of UDL can do for our students in Gravette Schools. Finding ways to give more access to students of all levels of need in the general education classroom is the goal of our department and district. Partnering with CAST helps us do just that.”
This collaboration reflects a long-term commitment to building systems that work for all students. 🧡 #GravetteSchools #LionPride
3 days ago, Gravette School District
🚌 Bus enrollment and tracking just got an upgrade. Gravette Schools are now using Transact for transportation sign-up and a new mobile app for live bus tracking and notifications.
Families will need to create a Transact account to enroll. A separate mobile app, EZ A2B can now be used to access route information once enrollment is complete. 🦁🧡 #GravetteSchools #LionPride
3 days ago, Gravette School District
We’re looking for new bus drivers, and training is on us! This is a great part-time job with flexible hours, health and retirement benefits, and the option to pick up extra hours. If you know someone who might be interested, send them to https://www.gravetteschools.net/drive to apply today.
5 days ago, Gravette School District
Need School Supplies for 2025–2026? Sign Up Now!
Bright Futures Gravette is giving away free backpacks filled with school supplies to students enrolled in the Gravette School District.
If your child needs a backpack and supplies for the upcoming school year, fill out the form by August 1 to reserve your spot. Supplies will be ready for pickup during Open House. Let’s make sure every student starts the year ready to learn!
7 days ago, Gravette School District
🖥️ Chromebook pickup for Gravette High School and Gravette Middle School is scheduled for next week. Devices will be available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on both days.
📅 July 30–31, 2025 (Wednesday and Thursday) ⏰ 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM 📍 Gravette High School Arena (enter through arena doors) 📍 Gravette Middle School (enter through front office doors)
Students must have all repair fees from last year paid in full before a Chromebook can be issued. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
11 days ago, Gravette School District
🏠 Glenn Duffy Elementary will host its Open House on Thursday, August 7th! Families are invited to explore classrooms, meet teachers, and learn more about the 2025–2026 school year.
This event is a chance for both new and returning families to meet the principal, connect with staff, and hear about the programs that shape learning at Glenn Duffy Elementary. Classroom tours will be available, and curriculum information will be shared throughout the evening.
📅 Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025 ⏰ Time: 4:00–6:00 PM 📍 Location: 601 El Paso Street SE
Additionally, classroom assignments will be ready for pickup beginning Monday, August 4, in the front office. Each student will receive a scratch-off postcard revealing their teacher for the year. If you’re unable to pick it up in advance, postcards will also be available at the Open House.
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone and starting the year strong. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools #LionLeaders #LeaderInMe
18 days ago, Gravette School District
🦁 Freshman Boot Camp is coming up Thursday, August 7 from 1:00–5:30 PM at Gravette High School, followed by a parents meeting in the Performing Arts Center. Incoming 9th graders will get a guided look at their new school, meet student mentors, and learn what to expect this fall.
Freshman Boot Camp is an annual event for incoming 9th graders to come and preview the campus, explore their classes, and get great information about academic expectations, clubs and extracurricular activities. Freshmen will be introduced to upperclassmen mentors, get some answers to questions, and have fun along the way! This event helps ease the transition to high school and gives students a head start on finding their place at GHS.
📅 Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025 ⏰ Time: 1:00–5:30 PM 📍 Location: Gravette High School
A parent meeting and Open House will follow at 5:30 PM. Visit www.gravetteschools.net/boot to register online or stop by the high school office to sign up. 🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
21 days ago, Gravette School District
🏈 Our kids made the news last night! KNWA featured the 2025 Gravette Youth Football Camp, where students entering grades 2–6 are working alongside high school athletes to build football fundamentals and teamwork.
This year’s registration fee was a canned or non-perishable food item. These donations will be given to the 58:10 Food Pantry. We're proud of our Lions for giving back and putting in the work this summer on the field and in the community.
The two-day camp wraps up tonight from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at Lions Stadium. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
27 days ago, Gravette School District
📚 Glenn Duffy Elementary will hold a Kindergarten Screening for incoming 2025–2026 students who did not attend the GDE Pre-K program.
This short appointment helps our Kindergarten teachers get to know your child and prepare for a smooth first day.
📅 Friday, August 1, 2025 ⏰ Time slots available after online enrollment 📍 Glenn Duffy Elementary
To sign up for a screening time, you’ll need to complete your child’s online enrollment first at www.gravetteschools.net/enroll. Once enrollment is verified, you’ll receive a link to schedule your appointment. Children must be fully enrolled before attending a screening. 🦁🧡 #GravetteSchools #LionPride
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
🛑 NOTICE: There will be no summer school for K–5 elementary students this year. This applies to all students at Glenn A. Duffy Elementary and Gravette Upper Elementary. Please plan accordingly as we look ahead to the 2025–26 school year.
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
🌟 Three Gravette High School students were selected to attend Arkansas Girls State 2025, a premier youth leadership program held at Harding University in Searcy.
Leslie Alvarez, Sulli Schaffer, and Parker Pittman joined more than 600 student leaders from across Arkansas for a week of mock government, civic engagement, and community building. Participants formed cities, ran for office, passed legislation, and learned the ins-and-outs of leadership.
Girls State is sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary and designed to equip young women with the tools to become active, informed citizens. Leslie, Sulli, and Parker did well representing Gravette leadership. Thank you Alison Schaffer for sharing! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
UPDATE: Summer breakfast and lunch service menus are now available on the district website at this address: http://gravetteschools.net/menu
about 2 months ago, Gravette School District
A Regular School Board Meeting will be held tonight, Monday, June 16 at 6pm. The meeting will be held at the Gravette School District Administration Building (609 Birmingham Street SE Gravette, AR 72736). Access the agenda here: https://5il.co/3jboa Find more information about the Gravette School Board on this page of our website: https://gravetteschools.net/board
about 2 months ago, Gravette School District
A Special School Board Meeting will be held tonight, June 2nd at 6pm. The meeting will be held at the Gravette School District Administration Building (609 Birmingham Street SE Gravette, AR 72736). Access the Agenda with this link: https://5il.co/3hu8k Find more information about the Gravette School Board here: https://gravetteschools.net/board
2 months ago, Gravette School District
📚 Glenn A. Duffy Elementary's little Lions are getting an expanded library selection thanks to a $5,000 grant from the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries!
With this grant, our library will further develop a refreshed chapter book collection. Currently, fictional chapter books make up just 11% of the library’s offerings. While classic stories remain important, there is a need for relevant and age-appropriate titles that better meet the interests of students. Students and teachers will even get to provide their wish lists to help with the curation of new books.
Behind this grant award was months of research and planning by Library Media Specialist April Jones, who closely reviewed circulation data and collection trends to better align the library with student needs. Her work is exemplary of the precision and care our staff bring to every part of the student experience. This was April’s first-ever grant application, and it was a winner! Thank you, Mrs. Jones, for your extra effort for the kids! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
2 months ago, Gravette School District
🦁 The 2024–25 school year is in the books. For many in our schools, it was their first... first year leading, first year learning, or first year walking through our doors.
We’re proud of the progress made and thankful for the people who made it possible. From Mr. Gravette’s first year as superintendent to Dr. Newsom’s first year at Glenn A. Duffy Elementary, this was a year of fresh starts and firm steps forward. Across all our schools, staff and students put in the work and showed what it means to be part of Gravette.
Our students and staff are strong, focused, and ready. And the 2025-2026 school year is already looking bright. See you next year, Lions! Enjoy the time off and come back recharged and ready to pounce! 🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
2 months ago, Gravette School District
🎨 Fifth graders Vivienne Whiteside and Journey Taylor (not pictured) were selected as winners of the American Legion’s War on Drugs poster contest at Gravette Upper Elementary. Their artwork will now represent our community at the state level.
The contest challenges students to design a poster that visualizes the personal impact of drug use, using their own creativity and voice. Vivienne and Journey’s designs deliver strong, clear messages. Vivienne’s poster features the dangers of cigarettes, while Journey’s shows the effects of drug addiction on the body and mind.
We’re proud of their achievement and the thoughtful work they put into these projects. Good luck at the state-level contest, Lions! 🦁🧡
#LionPride #GravetteSchools #DrugFreeSchools #AmericanLegion
2 months ago, Gravette School District
🖼️ Second grade gave Dr. Newsom an art piece covered in their thumbprints, a cute personal gift from young lions who will be moving on to Gravette Upper Elementary next year.
This wraps up both the school year and Dr. Newsom’s first year leading Glenn A. Duffy Elementary. She’s brought calm leadership, kindness, and a strong connection to our students and staff. We’re all looking forward to the years ahead. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
2 months ago, Gravette School District
A Regular School Board Meeting will be held tomorrow, Thursday, May 22nd at 6pm. The meeting will be held at the Gravette School District Administration Building (609 Birmingham Street SE Gravette, AR 72736). Access the agenda here: https://5il.co/3gker Find more information about the Gravette School Board on this page of our website: https://gravetteschools.net/board
This meeting was originally scheduled for Monday, May 19th, but was rescheduled in response to a severe weather threat.
2 months ago, Gravette School District
Gravette School Board meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday night at 6:00.
