๐ŸšŒ It's National School Bus Safety Week and the Gravette School District Transportation Office hosted its annual coloring contest. This exercise lets students to combine artistic expression with bus safety awareness. This year's national theme, "Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes," emphasizes the heroic act of following the rules and staying safe. Gravette bus drivers reviewed the entries and selected one winner per grade, with each selected student earning a gift bag filled with coloring supplies, a portable travel case, and a new coloring book.

๐Ÿ”— Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/article/3208605

๐ŸŽจ Lily (Kindergarten)
Lily colored her bus with a yellow frame and red front grille, paired with a superhero wearing a light pink cape, yellow shirt, and magenta pants. Hand-drawn green grass adds a finishing touch.

๐ŸŽจ Leighton (1st Grade)
Leighton gave the yellow bus red accents and created a superhero with a light purple-pink cape, light pink legs, and blue boot details against a white background.

๐ŸŽจ Ezra (2nd Grade)
Ezra added an original American flag on a flagpole beside the superhero. Purple and blue sky shading and green ground surround the hero, who wears a red cape, yellow top, and blue pants and boots.

At home, families can help children practice the SAFE routine every morning:
1) Stay at least ten feetโ€”five giant stepsโ€”away from the curb.
2) Always wait for the bus to stop completely and the bus driver to signal itโ€™s safe to board.
3) Face forward after finding a seat on the bus.
4) Exit the bus after it stops, wait for the bus driver to signal itโ€™s safe to cross, and then look left-right-left for cars before crossing a street in front of the bus, never behind.

Congratulations to Lily, Leighton, and Ezra! Thank you to our Glenn A. Duffy Elementary families for practicing bus safety habits and supporting our transportation team every day. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
2 days ago, Gravette School District
School Bus Safety Week Graphic GDE Winners
๐ŸŽฌ Family Night is almost here at Glenn A. Duffy Elementary with an outdoor showing of Inside Out 2 this Thursday evening. Snuggle up in your favorite blanket and enjoy time with classmates and family with this cozy family event after school.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
โฐ Time: 5:45 PM
๐Ÿ“ Location: Glenn A. Duffy Elementary

Setup and gathering start at 5:45 PM, and the movie begins at 6:00 PM. Pack your lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks for a comfortable viewing setup on the grass. Popcorn and take-home sensory kits will be available while supplies last, alongside practical guidance for handling complex feelings at home.

Bring your family out for an entertaining night of film and fellowship! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
5 days ago, Gravette School District
Family Movie Night
๐ŸŸฅ Glenn A. Duffy Elementary students will celebrate Red Ribbon Week October 27 through October 30 to learn about making healthy choices and living drug free.

๐Ÿซ Monday: No School
๐ŸŽ€ Tuesday: Stand Red-y Against Drugs (wear red)
๐Ÿˆ Wednesday: Team Up for Healthy Choices (wear jerseys, team gear, or athletic wear)
โœจ Thursday: It Is Your Time to Shine (wear Halloween costumes without masks or scary themes)
๐ŸŒ™ Friday: Heroes Dream Big (wear pajamas)

Get ready for dress up days for a fun, visible way to show support for healthy habits. All clothing choices must follow standard school dress code guidelines. Thank you for supporting our students as they learn and practice wellness habits together. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
12 days ago, Gravette School District
GDE Red Ribbon Dress Up Days Graphic
๐Ÿซ The 21st Century Community Learning Center program will be closed on Monday, October 19 and Tuesday, October 20 for Parent-Teacher Conferences.

๐Ÿšซ Closed: Monday, October 19
๐Ÿšซ Closed: Tuesday, October 20
๐Ÿ“… Resumes: Wednesday, October 21 @ 3:00 PM
๐Ÿ”— Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/page/21st-century-after-school-program
๐Ÿ“ง Message Emily Ensor Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/o/gue/staff?id=577408

This schedule adjustment allows families to meet with teachers during conference times to review student progress and academic goals. Afterschool tutoring, homework assistance, and enrichment activities will resume as normal when the program reopens on Wednesday afternoon.

Thank you for your cooperation and partnership as we work together to support student learning. We look forward to connecting with families during Parent-Teacher Conferences. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
13 days ago, Gravette School District
21st Century After School Program Closure Flyer
๐ŸŽ… Capture a special holiday memory with Photos with Santa at Glenn A. Duffy Elementary!This festive fundraiser gives our young Lions a fun seasonal experience while supporting student activities and school programs at GDE.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Location: Glenn A. Duffy Elementary
๐Ÿ’ณ Order Online Here: https://gofan.co/p/E034E1AC154A1EF73C8407B4CED4F667

Tickets are $11 total, which includes the $10 picture price plus a $1 online processing fee.

Mark your calendars and purchase your picture pass early. Thank you for supporting our elementary students and helping make this tradition possible!๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
15 days ago, Gravette School District
Santa Photos Graphic
๐Ÿ† Today we join schools nation-wide in celebrating National Coaches Appreciation Day by recognizing Coach Pittman, Coach Q, and Coach Douglas. Each of our Glenn A. Duffy Elementary teacher coaches received gift certificates courtesy of Gravette Sonic as a thank you for rocking their role. It will be perfect to grab-and-go refreshments as they wrap up PE classes and head out to afternoon high school practice.

For our youngest Lions, physical education is where a lifelong relationship with health and movement begins. It's here Kโ€“2 students learn essential motor skills and spatial awareness. As well as the basics of taking turns, staying active, and playing as a team. Beyond the elementary gym, these same educators step onto high school courts and fields to coach varsity and junior-level teams.

Balancing the boundless energy of elementary kiddos with competitive high school athletics requires patience and adaptability. Traits they model for our young athletes every day. So we want to extend sincere gratitude to our Glenn A. Duffy Elementary coaching staff:
๐Ÿ€ Melissa Pittman, Girls Basketball Assistant Coach
โšฝ Ryan Quintana, Girls Soccer Head Coach
๐Ÿ€ Cian Douglas, Girls Basketball and Track Assistant Coach
๐ŸŽ“ Emma Bates, Student Intern

Thank you to these educators for laying a healthy foundation for our youngest students while pouring their time and energy into our district's athletic programs. Special thanks to Gravette Sonic Store #4183 for providing free gifts to our teachers and supporting district athletics! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
18 days ago, Gravette School District
Gravette Coaches Day Graphic
โœจ The magic begins today as Gravette High School kicks off Once Upon a Homecoming week. Students across all of Gravette are creating a storybook celebration leading up to Friday's game. Here are the dress-up day themes:

๐ŸŽ“ Monday: Monsters University with college gear or jerseys
๐Ÿ˜ด Tuesday: Sleeping Beauties with pajamas (Picture Day at GMS)
๐Ÿ‘ฏ Wednesday: Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum by matching with a friend or teacher
๐ŸŒบ Thursday: Ohana with Hawaiian shirts and gear
๐Ÿฆ Friday: Lion King with class colors for high schoolers and orange and black for middle and elementary students

Friday brings the morning parade at 10:00 a.m. and the afternoon pep rally at 2:00 p.m. The energy builds toward the Friday night lights when our lions take the field against Huntsville before the week concludes Saturday in the commons for the homecoming dance.

๐Ÿ“… Homecoming Game: Friday, October 9, 2026
๐Ÿ† Hall of Honor Banquet: 5:00 PM at Lions Den Arena
๐Ÿ‘‘ Homecoming Court: 6:30 PM
๐Ÿˆ Kickoff vs. Huntsville: 7:00 PM

๐Ÿ“… Homecoming Dance: Saturday, October 10, 2026
๐Ÿ‘‘ Time: 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ Location: Gravette High School Commons
๐Ÿ’ณ Order Tickets Online: https://gofan.co/event/6884178?schoolId=AR16993

Student tickets for the dance must be purchased online through GoFan using student ID numbers from Home Access Center as access codes. High school guest forms are available in the office and during lunch and must be returned by Wednesday, October 7th. Thank you to the Student Council for designing the official graphic. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
20 days ago, Gravette School District
Homecoming Dance Flyer
๐Ÿ‘ป Send a Halloween treat to your student this October with a Boo Gram! Each five-dollar Boo Gram includes a Hug Juice, candy, and a custom note delivered directly to your student on October 30. This simple treat gives families a festive way to share a fun surprise during the school day.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Monday, October 5, 2026 - Friday, October 16, 2026
๐Ÿ’ณ Order Online Here: https://forms.gle/ZeEMCNHaL3pSb34E8

This fundraiser directly supports Gravette High School's Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, helping members fund student leadership activities and service projects. You can submit your order online with payment through GoFan, or turn in cash or check at any school building. Every order helps GHS FCCLA students build practical project experience while bringing holiday cheer to our schools.

Place your order before October 16 to share a bright moment with your student this Halloween season. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
20 days ago, Gravette School District
Boo Grams Graphic
๐ŸŽ Glenn A. Duffy Elementary celebrated National Custodian Appreciation Day today to thank custodial team members Robin Saunders, Tammy Forcum, and Cassie Pratt for their excellent work. Teachers and administration presented gift cards to their favorite places and students took moments throughout the day to thank them personally.

Director of Transportation Richard Carver and Melissa White took time to travel to our school for both shifts and deliver personalized mini trash cans filled with favorite treats and beverages. The note said "We'd be a mess without you!"

Young children learn best in spaces that are clean and organized. Our custodians sanitize surfaces, clear items, and scrub floors to a shine so our students enter each day prepared and focused. Custodial staff carry out critical work in the school system. It's hard work without much fanfare. Except for today! Thank you, Robin, Tammy, and Cassie, for your commitment to Glenn A. Duffy Elementary School. Our school is brighter with you here!๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
22 days ago, Gravette School District
Custodian Appreciation Day
๐ŸŽƒ Weโ€™re celebrating our studentsโ€™ hard work with a Candy Crawl on October 29th for classes that have met their October WIG (Wildly Important Goal)! Weโ€™re looking for families, community businesses, PTO members, and local organizations to sign up to host a candy stop.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADAB22A3F8C52-66343626-gdecandy

Each stop would provide at least 500 pieces of candy to help make this celebration fun for our students. If youโ€™d like to participate, please visit the SignUpGenius link above to sign up. More information on time and location will be shared closer to the event.

Thank you for helping us celebrate our studentsโ€™ success with a little Halloween fun! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
23 days ago, Gravette School District
Candy Crawl Flyer
๐Ÿงธ Students in Tonie Nelson's class earned a stuffed animal celebration after reaching 100 percent participation in Phonics during September. Every child took part in daily reading lessons to help the entire group meet their monthly target.

This achievement is part of the Leader in Me framework used across Gravette Schools, where classes establish a Wildly Important Goal each month. To track their progress, students colored in individual sections of a class guitar poster whenever they participated in Phonics instruction. Once every child completed their assigned piece, the finished artwork showed that the class met its objective. Setting specific goals and following daily routines helps young learners build accountability and celebrate shared success.

Congratulations to these students for working together and sticking to their daily habits. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
23 days ago, Gravette School District
WIG Winners for September Nelson's Class
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Gravette families that are English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) are invited to attend our upcoming ESOL Parent Breakfast. This event offers families an open discussion about resources and support services for their students.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
โฐ Time: 7:45 โ€“ 8:30 AM
๐Ÿ“ Location: Lion Community Learning Center, 609 E. Birmingham St.

District staff will share information regarding the ESOL program and details about the Seal of Biliteracy. Stop by after student drop-off for the chance to connect with program directors and ask questions about district support.

We look forward to seeing you there. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Hemos mandado una invitaciรณn para el desayuno para los padres de estudiantes que hablan otro idioma y son parte del programa ESL (aprendiendo inglรฉs). Vamos a compartir informaciรณn sobre el programa, los servicios y recursos ofrecido por las escuelas de Gravette.

๐Ÿ“… Fecha: martes, 6 de octubre de 2026
โฐ Hora: 7:45 โ€“ 8:30 AM
๐Ÿ“ Ubicaciรณn: Lion Community Learning Center, 609 E. Birmingham St.

Hay una oportunidad para conocer a las directoras del programa y pedir mรกs informaciรณn. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
23 days ago, Gravette School District
ESOL Parent Breakfast Flyer
ESOL Parent Breakfast Flyer

๐Ÿฅช The deadline is here for Free and Reduced Lunch forms. It takes less than five minutes to complete the online application and your lunch will be paid for worry-free! Families must fill out a new form every year to ensure continuous coverage.

๐Ÿ“ Sign Up Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/free
๐Ÿ”— Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/page/free-and-reduced-lunch

Submit one application per household online or pick up a paper copy at any school office. All Arkansas public school students receive one free breakfast daily, while lunch benefits depend on household size and income. Children covered by Arkansas Medicaid or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits qualify automatically, though families must still submit the application form.

Submit your form today to ensure continuous meal coverage for your student. Completing this application helps maintain district funding and keeps healthy meals accessible to students during the school day. Thank you for supporting our school nutrition programs and helping our students stay focused and ready to learn. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools

24 days ago, Gravette School District
Last chance lunch graphic
๐ŸŽ Online registration for the 2026 Angel Tree program is now open to support Gravette Schools families during the holiday season. Families experiencing hardship or participating in the Free or Reduced Lunch program can apply online to receive clothing and wish list items for enrolled students.

๐Ÿ“… Sign Up Deadline: Friday, November 20, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Sign Up Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/angeltree

๐ŸŽ Pickup Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
โฐ Pickup Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Pickup Location: The Lion Community Learning Center

Submit your request before November 20 to ensure our partners have time to prepare items before pickup day. Thank you to everyone who supports our students and helps build strong connections in Gravette.
26 days ago, Gravette School District
Gravette Bright Futures
๐Ÿ“Š The reports are in and Gravette had the strongest academic performance yet!

Gravette School District recently received our state assigned school grades. The district had a great academic year highlighted by each school receiving the grade of a B, with an improvement of a whole letter grade in some buildings. This marks the best school year performance for the district since the state's grade card system began in 2014. We are incredibly proud of our staff, students and our families working together to improve outcomes for Gravette students.

Thank you for supporting our students as we continue building on this achievement. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Growth Graphic
๐Ÿ‘• Prepare for game day and support Gravette High School Cheer with official 2026 Football Homecoming t-shirts and hoodies. All items feature the Football, Cheer, and Homecoming Court rosters printed on the back.

๐Ÿ’ณ Order Online Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/hocomerch
๐Ÿ“… Order Deadline: Friday, September 25, 2026

Orders help raise funds for our cheer team while providing apparel for Homecoming week. T-shirts cost $20 for sizes Youth Small through Adult Extra Large, and $25 for sizes Adult 2X through 5X. Hoodies cost $30 for sizes Youth Small through Adult Extra Large, and $35 for sizes Adult 2X through 5X. Payment must be made by cash or check payable to Gravette High School Cheer.

Show your school spirit and gear up to support our Lions on the field. Be sure to turn in your payment before the deadline so shirts arrive in time for the game. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Hoco Merch Sale Graphic

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Gravette School District is asking families with an active or inactive military member to complete a brief survey.

๐Ÿ”— Survey for Military Families: https://forms.gle/dj5SzdsDo9a9KP2XA

Providing this information allows the school and state to better support military families in our community. Participation is completely optional, and your personal details remain confidential. Identifying military families now may also lead to a second, shorter survey from the state later on.

Thank you to the military members in our community for your service. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools

about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Gravette School District Military Family Survey

๐Ÿ“– Glenn A. Duffy and Gravette Upper Elementary combined school yearbooks are now available to preorder online for $30. The last day to order yours is Friday, January 22, 2027, so ordering a copy today is the best way to save those classroom memories and growth throughout the year.

๐Ÿ’ณ Order Online Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/yearbook1
๐Ÿ“ง Message Jennie Davis Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/o/gue/staff?id=81469925

Reach out to Jennie Davis with any questions about elementary orders. Thank you for supporting our elementary schools and helping celebrate student success this year. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools

about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Gravette Schools Yearbook Sale Graphic

October 1 is the deadline for turning in the Free and Reduced Lunch form to maintain meal benefits for the school year. All families need to submit their forms, regardless of lunch status last year, Medicaid enrollment, or breakfast status.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Sign Up Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/free
๐Ÿ”— Read More: https://www.gravetteschools.net/page/free-and-reduced-lunch

Submit one application per household online or pick up a paper copy at any school office. All Arkansas public school students receive one free breakfast daily, while lunch benefits depend on household size and income. Children covered by Arkansas Medicaid or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits qualify automatically, though families must still submit the application form. Until you receive an eligibility notification letter in the mail, plan to provide a lunch or lunch money for your child. Completing this application helps maintain district funding and keeps healthy meals accessible to students during the school day.

Submit your form today to ensure continuous meal coverage for your student. Thank you for supporting our school nutrition programs and helping our students stay focused and ready to learn. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools

about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Free Lunch Application
๐Ÿฆ… Students and staff across Gravette Schools paused today to reflect on September 11 and honor those who served. Classrooms held moments of silence and participated in history lessons that focused on service, courage, and unity.

Taking time to discuss these historic events helps our students build respect for public service and understand the strength of united communities. Thank you to our local emergency personnel and military families who support our school district every day. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿงก #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
September 11 Graphic