Glenn A. Duffy Elementary

Our little Lions have some big creativity! 🖍️🎨 Glenn A. Duffy Elementary students have been busy these past few months bringing their ideas to life! The young artists have been working on group projects and more, combining their creativity to make something truly special for the Gravette Schools Art Show this coming Thursday. Their excitement is growing, and they can’t wait to share their collaborative masterpieces with the community! Let’s show them how much their hard work matters! Join us on Thursday, March 13, from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Event Center @ Ozark Community Hospital and celebrate the power of teamwork and creativity. RSVP and invite others here: https://www.facebook.com/events/3038709192954217 🖼️ See you there! #LionPride 🧡

Our beloved Stephanie Oyler was recognized for going the extra mile every day with a surprise visit from the School Board and the "A Cut Above" award! Stephanie was nominated for her love of the job, kindness with children, and dedication to the school. She takes pride in keeping things running smoothly and always makes time for students and staff. Dr. Brandi Newsom said, “Stephanie has built great relationships with everyone. She always steps up to help, and we couldn’t do our jobs without her.” Maintenance Director Richard Carver said, “She loves kids and loves her job. She’s dedicated to the district and proud to be from Gravette. She and her family in this district are some of the hardest workers we have.” The shockingly heavy "A Cut Above" award is a custom-made plaque, designed and built in the Gravette High School Ag Science workshop by Justin Malott and his students. Using a CNC plasma table, they precision cut thick metal sheets before welding and painting each piece by hand. It’s a true one-of-a-kind Gravette Schools keepsake that reflects both the skill of our students and the deep appreciation for those who go above and beyond. It’s more than just a plaque, it’s a statement that every role in the district matters and that hard work doesn't goes unnoticed. The Gravette School Board, along with Mr. Gravette, Dr. Newsome, and Mr. Carver shared their appreciation with Stephanie for everything she does for our school. Thank you Stephanie, for being A Cut Above!🦁 #LionPride

The Littlest Lions at Glenn Duffy Elementary had a tea-riffic time learning about the letter T with Mrs. Hunter and Mrs. Casey’s Pre-K class yesterday! They practiced tea time etiquette while enjoying tea, cookies, and muffins. What a tasteful way to learn! Thank you for sharing, Mrs. Hunter! 🦁🧡 #LionPride

🎺 It's Toot Your Horn Tuesday! 🎺 Today, we're celebrating Ms. Koelliker and Mrs. Chernota! They are a wonderful duo in kindergarten! We are so thankful for the way they serve their students everyday. Their littles are growing leaps and bounds because of their dedication! 📚✨ We are so grateful for the love, care, and energy they pour into their classrooms. #LionPride #TootYourHornTuesday

Exciting news, GDE families! Our first-ever CASHLESS Book Fair is coming soon! Students will shop during their designated Library Specials time, and families can visit during PTC nights to shop together! 🗓 When: March 14th - 20th 📍 Where: GDE Library 💳 How: Credit/Debit cards accepted ONLY during PTC nights. Students will need parents to set up their e-wallet on our book fair page linked below. 💻 Set up your child's e-wallet today! It's fast, easy, and secure: www.gravetteschools.net/bookfair Book fairs aren’t just about buying books, they directly benefit our school and students! Every purchase helps support our library and literacy programs, bringing more books and resources to our classrooms. Plus, book fairs spark a love for reading by giving kids the chance to explore and choose books that excite them! Help us make our first cashless fair a success! 🧡📖 #LionPride

Our Lost & Found is now out front for your convenience! If your child is missing a jacket, water bottle, or other items, please stop by and check before it's too late. Any unclaimed items will be donated to Care & Share on Wednesday of next week. Don't let your belongings get away—pick them up soon!

We're celebrating Read Across America Week! Join us for fun-filled days of reading, creativity, and school spirit! Check out our daily dress-up themes: 🧦 Monday 3/3: Fox in Socks – Wear your silliest socks! 🎩 Tuesday 3/4: Cat in the Hat – Show off your favorite hat! 👯 Wednesday 3/5: Thing 1 & Thing 2 – Twin with a friend! 🧡 Thursday 3/6: The Lorax – Wear orange to stand up for the trees! 😴 Friday 3/7: Snoozapalooza – Cozy up in your pajamas! We can't wait to see your creative outfits! #LionPride 🦁🧡

You wont want to miss the Gravette Schools Art Show for 2025! 🗓 Thursday, March 13, 2025 ⏰ 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM 📍 Event Center @ Ozark Community Hospital ✨ Showcasing artwork created by K-12 Gravette students Support our kids and see the creativity of the talented artists in our #LionPride. #GravetteSchools

This is the week of Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Even though the snow kept us away from school, we’re especially grateful for our bus drivers who always put student safety first! Through every season, they work hard to ensure a smooth ride and a warm welcome for our students and families. Let’s take a moment to thank our bus drivers for their kindness, patience, and commitment to our kids. If you see your driver on Monday, give them a big thank you and a smile! Our drivers are the ones we see every day, but behind every safe and smooth bus route, there’s a team working hard to make it happen! A huge shoutout goes to Mr. Richard Carver, our Transportation & Facilities Director, and Mrs. Melissa White, our Transportation & Facilities Administrative Assistant, for all they do to keep our buses running and our students safe. Their hard work, planning, and care make a difference every day! Our schools need more bus drivers! If you or someone you know is interested in joining our team, check out the job posting here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/drive #BusDriverAppreciationDay #LionPride

Gravette Schools will be closed Friday, February 21st due to inclement weather.

Gravette Schools will be closed Thursday, February 20th due to inclement weather.

Gravette Schools will be closed Wednesday, February 19th due to inclement weather.

Gravette Schools will be closed Tuesday, February 18th due to inclement weather.

Reminder: School is out on Monday, February 17th, President's Day.

Due to inclement weather, Gravette School Distict is closed today - 2/12/2025

🐾 Happy 101st Day of School! 🐾 Mrs. Betz's class celebrated this milestone today with a creative nod to Disney's 101 Dalmatians! These little learners brought plenty of spots, smiles, and school spirit to the day. We love seeing fun classroom celebrations that make learning unforgettable. Here's to 101 days filled with growth, creativity, and learning adventures. Thank you for sharing, Mrs. Betz!

Attention Families: Pre-K Enrollment is Coming Soon! Mark your calendars! Pre-K enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year begins on Monday, February 10, 2025. Below are all the details you need to prepare. Let’s get ready to welcome your little learners to Glenn Duffy Elementary! 📅 Pre-K enrollment begins on Monday, February 10, 2025... 🏫 Enrollment packets are available for pickup outside the main office of Glenn Duffy Elementary (GDE) on the brick wall. Packets may be picked up early to prepare but will not be accepted before the official start date and time... ✍️ Pre-K enrollment must be completed using the paper packets provided. Online enrollment is not available for Pre-K students... 🎂 Students must be 3 years old on or before August 1, 2025. While both 3- and 4-year-olds may be accepted, priority is given to 4-year-old students... 📄 Details about the required documentation for registration are included in the enrollment packet... For questions or additional information, please contact the school office!

We're excited to announce that Glenn Duffy Elementary will be participating in the Global Schools Play Day! We will spend our time working on social skills for the day. Children can bring anything they wish to play with to school on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. The only restrictions: they must bring school appropriate toys (no toy weapons) and these toys may NOT require batteries or electricity. No devices. Some ideas: board games, dolls, trucks, cars, racetracks, playing cards, empty cardboard boxes, markers, jigsaw puzzles, social games (charades, Pictionary, etc.) The only exception on the electronics rule would be a board game that has an electronic timer, an electronics play kit, or similar. If weather permits, we will more than likely play outside part of the time. We are looking forward to a fun time!

The Rotary Club of Bella Vista will be hosting a free indoor carnival for Elementary-age children on Saturday, February 1st, at the Bella Vista Recreation Center. Kids will find games, balloons, prizes, face-painting, science demonstrations, button making, books, and more! More information at this link: https://www.bellavistarotary.com/ and free online registration for the two timeslots can be found here: https://stubs.net/tickets/6648/winterfest

Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, January 20th