🍝 The Gravette High School cafeteria is protected daily by our very own squad of School Lunch Heroes. Today is School Lunch Hero Day, and we are honoring these daring defenders of dining for their expert service and wide range of menu options.
Mastermind Monica oversees the entire operation to anticipate every hungry scholar’s needs. Hyper-Speed Helen races the clock to prep magnificent meals. Courageous Connie keeps hunger at bay with her force field of flavor while Powerhouse Pam brings her strength to the serving line.
Celebrated annually on the first Friday in May, School Lunch Hero Day was established in 2013. The School Nutrition Association partnered with author and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka to bring the themes of his Lunch Lady book characters to real cafeterias. Today, it's a widely-celebrated event dedicated to making sure the professionals who feed students receive the recognition they deserve.
Cafeteria heroics means patience, reliability, and service to future generations of leaders. Our cafe staff clock in early to prepare hundreds of meals, uphold rigorous safety standards, and expertly manage the lunch rush with a smile. They adapt to our students by remembering their preferences and providing far more options than many schools of our size. Because this vital work happens largely out of sight, we want to take a moment today to offer our genuine appreciation for their unwavering effort. Thank you, GHS Food Service staff, we couldn't make it through the day without your support! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
Mastermind Monica oversees the entire operation to anticipate every hungry scholar’s needs. Hyper-Speed Helen races the clock to prep magnificent meals. Courageous Connie keeps hunger at bay with her force field of flavor while Powerhouse Pam brings her strength to the serving line.
Celebrated annually on the first Friday in May, School Lunch Hero Day was established in 2013. The School Nutrition Association partnered with author and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka to bring the themes of his Lunch Lady book characters to real cafeterias. Today, it's a widely-celebrated event dedicated to making sure the professionals who feed students receive the recognition they deserve.
Cafeteria heroics means patience, reliability, and service to future generations of leaders. Our cafe staff clock in early to prepare hundreds of meals, uphold rigorous safety standards, and expertly manage the lunch rush with a smile. They adapt to our students by remembering their preferences and providing far more options than many schools of our size. Because this vital work happens largely out of sight, we want to take a moment today to offer our genuine appreciation for their unwavering effort. Thank you, GHS Food Service staff, we couldn't make it through the day without your support! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🌍 Last week's Gravette High School Cultural Festival was literally a world class event. Each year, staff and students host this exhibition to highlight the cultures of individuals in our community through student-led interactive and display features.
Language students presented research detailing the history, geography, and cultural themes of several nations. High school and Gravette Middle School Spanish classes built exhibits alongside ESOL students. The space also featured posters of notable Latinos created by classes of Mrs. Torres, and Mrs. Jones's and Ms. Kelley’s students shared their name vignettes. We had features on Puerto Rico, Honduras, Guinea Ecuatorial, Spain, Argentina, Ecuador, Uruguay, Chile, France, Mexico, Qatar, El Salvador, Malaysia, Hmong (South East Asia), Austria, and China.
The event featured hands-on activities, live music, and traditional meals. Mrs. Moorman's culinary students researched cultures found within our district to prepare authentic food for the attendees. Mrs. Galloway brought ukulele students to play music while families worked on crafts. This was a true collaborative celebration. Thank you to everyone who organized their projects and helped create a roar heard around the world! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
Language students presented research detailing the history, geography, and cultural themes of several nations. High school and Gravette Middle School Spanish classes built exhibits alongside ESOL students. The space also featured posters of notable Latinos created by classes of Mrs. Torres, and Mrs. Jones's and Ms. Kelley’s students shared their name vignettes. We had features on Puerto Rico, Honduras, Guinea Ecuatorial, Spain, Argentina, Ecuador, Uruguay, Chile, France, Mexico, Qatar, El Salvador, Malaysia, Hmong (South East Asia), Austria, and China.
The event featured hands-on activities, live music, and traditional meals. Mrs. Moorman's culinary students researched cultures found within our district to prepare authentic food for the attendees. Mrs. Galloway brought ukulele students to play music while families worked on crafts. This was a true collaborative celebration. Thank you to everyone who organized their projects and helped create a roar heard around the world! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🏈 Families of football players in grades 7 through 12, it's time to prepare for the 2026 season at the upcoming informational meeting. Come if you're interested in playing and let's get ready for another great year of Lions Football!
📅 Date: Monday, May 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Commons
Coaches will share practice schedules and team expectations to help everyone plan for the months ahead. Go Lions! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📅 Date: Monday, May 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Commons
Coaches will share practice schedules and team expectations to help everyone plan for the months ahead. Go Lions! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🏆 Who will be our Classified Staff of the Year for 2026? You tell us! Online nominations are now open for all buildings. We've already announced the staff of the year who make learning happen, now its our chance to recognize the staff who make learning possible. This includes the bus drivers, maintenance crews, technology support, office staff, paraprofessionals, custodians, librarians, nurses, and the cafeteria teams.
📅 Deadline: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
📝 Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/8QtGR4Yry8Ju8yQS9
To qualify, nominees need at least three years of experience in our district and cannot have received this award in the past four years. Each year, four staff members from across the district receive this honor, one from each school. Winners are recognized by the School Board and featured in the local newspaper and on the district website.
Help share your appreciation for the people who help make Gravette Schools work by submitting a nomination ASAP! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
⭐ Student of the Week for April 27, 2026, is Alexis Renfro. Bethany McKinzie selected Alexis and shared "Alexis has a desire to be successful in school and life. She is an extremely hard worker and doesn't settle for "good enough". She put forth her best effort in all of her work and is willing to ask for help if she is unsure of something. She is polite, friendly, and has a positive attitude. Her smile is contagious, and she has a fun sense of humor!" Consistently pursuing high standards rather than settling for a basic result helps build a foundation for future achievements. Thank you for your hard work and delightful presence, Alexis! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🌱 The Gravette High School FFA is offering a donation-based plant sale featuring a variety of houseplants and vegetable starts. Community members can pick up newly propagated plants while directly supporting agricultural education.
📅 Date: Monday, May 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Ag Shop
Attendees can choose from roughly 200 available plants, including spider plants, anthurium, and aloe. Vegetable options like tomato and pepper starts are also ready for spring planting. Students grew these plants in their classes, learning hands-on skills in cultivation and care. Buyers determine their own price for each item, as this event operates on a pay-what-you-can model.
Every contribution helps fund future projects and resources for the FFA program. This is a great chance to get your home gardens a head start while helping our students keep their programs growing! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📅 Date: Monday, May 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Ag Shop
Attendees can choose from roughly 200 available plants, including spider plants, anthurium, and aloe. Vegetable options like tomato and pepper starts are also ready for spring planting. Students grew these plants in their classes, learning hands-on skills in cultivation and care. Buyers determine their own price for each item, as this event operates on a pay-what-you-can model.
Every contribution helps fund future projects and resources for the FFA program. This is a great chance to get your home gardens a head start while helping our students keep their programs growing! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🎖️ The Kiwanis Club of Bentonville and Bella Vista has awarded their Youth Excellence Award to Parker Pittman, a senior at Gravette High School. This honor recognizes her dedication to leadership, academics, and service throughout her time as a Lion.
The club celebrated its 40th Annual Youth Excellence Awards by partnering with schools across Benton County to highlight students who reach their goals while overcoming difficult circumstances. Parker has demonstrated a high level of achievement, persevering through personal adversity while maintaining a top GPA and high test scores. She was also recently honored with the Jim Lindsey Leadership Award, which you can read about here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/article/2817025.
We are excited to see Parker take these leadership skills to the University of Central Arkansas as she begins her journey toward a medical career, inspired by the doctors who helped her overcome a major surgery. Her story of determination and service reminds us all what individuals can achieve when they choose to invest in others. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
The club celebrated its 40th Annual Youth Excellence Awards by partnering with schools across Benton County to highlight students who reach their goals while overcoming difficult circumstances. Parker has demonstrated a high level of achievement, persevering through personal adversity while maintaining a top GPA and high test scores. She was also recently honored with the Jim Lindsey Leadership Award, which you can read about here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/article/2817025.
We are excited to see Parker take these leadership skills to the University of Central Arkansas as she begins her journey toward a medical career, inspired by the doctors who helped her overcome a major surgery. Her story of determination and service reminds us all what individuals can achieve when they choose to invest in others. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
⭐ The Student of the Week for April 21, 2026 is Rilee Murray! Mr. Galloway said "Rilee shows strong initiative and leadership, especially in her role as Thespian Event Planner. She has written scripts, designed programs and invitations, and planned the menu for the Thespian Induction Ceremony."
Event production requires strong organizational skills and flexibility. By stepping up to manage these details, Rilee has helped create memorable experiences for her peers and developed practical skills for her future.
Your proactive approach sets a high standard, Rilee! Excellent work! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
Event production requires strong organizational skills and flexibility. By stepping up to manage these details, Rilee has helped create memorable experiences for her peers and developed practical skills for her future.
Your proactive approach sets a high standard, Rilee! Excellent work! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📸 Time is running out to secure a senior ad in the Gravette High School yearbook before the deadline next week.
📅 Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
💳 Order Online Here: https://www.yearbookforever.com/school-store/55Ok105ZUz395QYkn8Q918yt/ad/personal-ad
Highlight your student's journey and give them a permanent keepsake that preserves their high school memories forever. Reserving this dedicated space not only celebrates your graduate's final year, but it also directly funds our student yearbook program and helps us produce a better book for everyone.
Thank you for partnering with us to celebrate the Class of 2026 and capturing these moments for a lifetime. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📅 Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
💳 Order Online Here: https://www.yearbookforever.com/school-store/55Ok105ZUz395QYkn8Q918yt/ad/personal-ad
Highlight your student's journey and give them a permanent keepsake that preserves their high school memories forever. Reserving this dedicated space not only celebrates your graduate's final year, but it also directly funds our student yearbook program and helps us produce a better book for everyone.
Thank you for partnering with us to celebrate the Class of 2026 and capturing these moments for a lifetime. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🍿 Last week students, parents, and neighbors gathered at the Event Center at Ozark Community Hospital for the 2026 Annual District Art Show! It was a circus-themed evening showcasing student creativity from K-12 and in many different forms.
Sculptures lined the tables and booths while student artwork covered the walls from floor to ceiling. The displays represented a full year of effort and practice by students across all four schools. High school volunteers in themed uniforms handed out popcorn and balloon animals. Others drew portraits for children at a old-timey portrait station while two student volunteers dressed as a Gravette lion and a circus performer executed stunts for the crowd.
It was a great turnout that provided important recognition for our student artists. Athletes and musicians frequently perform or compete throughout the year. This annual art show gives visual artists their own opportunity to share their progress with the community.
Thank you to the art teachers and staff who collaborated for months to organize this event. Thank you to Ozarks Community Hospital for providing the space, to Skylight Cinema in Bentonville for donating the popcorn, and to the adult volunteers who kept the event running smoothly (and the floors clear of popcorn kernels). We also appreciate the high school volunteers who ran the activities. But most of all, thank you to the student artists who prepared their work for everyone to see! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
Sculptures lined the tables and booths while student artwork covered the walls from floor to ceiling. The displays represented a full year of effort and practice by students across all four schools. High school volunteers in themed uniforms handed out popcorn and balloon animals. Others drew portraits for children at a old-timey portrait station while two student volunteers dressed as a Gravette lion and a circus performer executed stunts for the crowd.
It was a great turnout that provided important recognition for our student artists. Athletes and musicians frequently perform or compete throughout the year. This annual art show gives visual artists their own opportunity to share their progress with the community.
Thank you to the art teachers and staff who collaborated for months to organize this event. Thank you to Ozarks Community Hospital for providing the space, to Skylight Cinema in Bentonville for donating the popcorn, and to the adult volunteers who kept the event running smoothly (and the floors clear of popcorn kernels). We also appreciate the high school volunteers who ran the activities. But most of all, thank you to the student artists who prepared their work for everyone to see! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
⭐ The Student of the Week for April 13, 2026 is Payton Hammel! Mrs. Denison said: "Payton shows a tremendous amount of determination and grit in his classes. He knows when to seek guidance to understand a concept and works hard until he masters it. He works hard every day both on his own and in a group." Whether tackling challenges independently or collaborating with peers, this level of dedication paves the way for long-term success. Way to go, Payton! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
✨ Tomorrow is opening night for the Gravette High School Theater production of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Get ready to experience magic, mischief, and live music as our students bring a fresh twist to a classic Shakespeare comedy.
📅 Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
📅 Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026 @ 2:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Performing Arts Center
🎟️ Tickets: $2 for Students / $8 for Adults
The cast and live musicians have worked for weeks to master the complex dialogue of this play, bringing it to the stage as a high energy jukebox musical featuring songs from the Panic! At The Disco album "Pretty. Odd." Behind the scenes, the student crew has poured their creativity into building a detailed and fantastical set that turns the stage into an immersive magical forest.
See a world where reality and dreams blur together, following a chaotic group of amateur actors attempting to put on a play, two sets of lovers tangled in a magical web, and the feuding fairy royalty pulling the strings behind it all. It is a vibrant tale of jealousy and comedy woven together by a team giving their absolute best to create an unforgettable experience for the community. Grab your tickets at the door and join us this weekend to see the magic for yourself! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📅 Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 7:00 PM
📅 Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026 @ 2:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Performing Arts Center
🎟️ Tickets: $2 for Students / $8 for Adults
The cast and live musicians have worked for weeks to master the complex dialogue of this play, bringing it to the stage as a high energy jukebox musical featuring songs from the Panic! At The Disco album "Pretty. Odd." Behind the scenes, the student crew has poured their creativity into building a detailed and fantastical set that turns the stage into an immersive magical forest.
See a world where reality and dreams blur together, following a chaotic group of amateur actors attempting to put on a play, two sets of lovers tangled in a magical web, and the feuding fairy royalty pulling the strings behind it all. It is a vibrant tale of jealousy and comedy woven together by a team giving their absolute best to create an unforgettable experience for the community. Grab your tickets at the door and join us this weekend to see the magic for yourself! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🐟 Students in the Gravette High School Outdoor Pursuits class recently concluded a two-month-long conservation project by releasing hand-raised rainbow trout into the White River. As participants in the nationwide Trout in the Classroom program through Trout Unlimited, these students spent the semester acting as caretakers, conservationists, and biologists.
Just over two months ago, the class received a batch of tiny embryonic eggs and took on the responsibility of ensuring their survival. Daily tasks included feeding, maintaining filtration systems, and monitoring water quality. As the project progressed, students observed the trout develop through several distinct life stages, culminating with the release yesterday.
The trip gave students a break from the classroom and a chance to see the river for themselves. Spring had just returned to the Ozarks, with fresh leaves on the trees and clear water moving below the dam. Along the way, they made the drive through the hills and stopped at the visitor center to learn how Beaver Dam shapes the river system. It was an afternoon of fresh air, clear water, and time spent in the great outdoors. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
Just over two months ago, the class received a batch of tiny embryonic eggs and took on the responsibility of ensuring their survival. Daily tasks included feeding, maintaining filtration systems, and monitoring water quality. As the project progressed, students observed the trout develop through several distinct life stages, culminating with the release yesterday.
The trip gave students a break from the classroom and a chance to see the river for themselves. Spring had just returned to the Ozarks, with fresh leaves on the trees and clear water moving below the dam. Along the way, they made the drive through the hills and stopped at the visitor center to learn how Beaver Dam shapes the river system. It was an afternoon of fresh air, clear water, and time spent in the great outdoors. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🎺 The Gravette High School Band Boosters will be hosting their spring meeting this month to discuss open board positions and the schedule for the next year.
📅 Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Band Room
These meetings are where parents and guardians meet to coordinate resources, share information, and fill leadership roles for the new season. Filling these board positions means the GHS band has extra support so the students can focus on practicing and developing their musical skills.
The Band Boosters depends on parent input to organize the upcoming year. Attending this meeting helps support the kids to perform confidently all season. Thank you to all parent volunteers for stepping up to lead. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📅 Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Band Room
These meetings are where parents and guardians meet to coordinate resources, share information, and fill leadership roles for the new season. Filling these board positions means the GHS band has extra support so the students can focus on practicing and developing their musical skills.
The Band Boosters depends on parent input to organize the upcoming year. Attending this meeting helps support the kids to perform confidently all season. Thank you to all parent volunteers for stepping up to lead. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🍎 Help highlight an exceptional educator by submitting a nomination for the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year! We need to hear from as many parents, students, and staff as possible. Each building will select one teacher, and one overall winner represents Gravette in the Arkansas Teacher of the Year competition.
📅 Submit Nominations by: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
📝 Submit Your Nomination Here: https://forms.gle/kT1rgGzLhjXe6Y7Q6
Eligible nominees need at least three years of teaching experience within Gravette schools and must not have received this award in the past four years. When submitting your choice, describe how your nominee affects students, demonstrates professionalism, and inspires their classes to take pride in their daily progress.
Take a moment to submit your nomination and bring attention to the hard work happening in your classroom. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📅 Submit Nominations by: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
📝 Submit Your Nomination Here: https://forms.gle/kT1rgGzLhjXe6Y7Q6
Eligible nominees need at least three years of teaching experience within Gravette schools and must not have received this award in the past four years. When submitting your choice, describe how your nominee affects students, demonstrates professionalism, and inspires their classes to take pride in their daily progress.
Take a moment to submit your nomination and bring attention to the hard work happening in your classroom. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🌍 Gravette High School invites everyone to celebrate the traditions and cultures of our community at the upcoming Cultural Festival. Join us for an evening of shared experiences as students share the cultures that are meaningful to them.
📅 Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Cafeteria
Students and families will share traditional food, music, and dances. Attendees can explore crafts and play games. The event features name vignettes and student presentations that highlight the unique backgrounds of our district residents.
Gather your friends and neighbors for a memorable evening together. It's a chance to discover new perspectives and enjoy great food along the way. Get ready to roar worldwide! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📅 Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Cafeteria
Students and families will share traditional food, music, and dances. Attendees can explore crafts and play games. The event features name vignettes and student presentations that highlight the unique backgrounds of our district residents.
Gather your friends and neighbors for a memorable evening together. It's a chance to discover new perspectives and enjoy great food along the way. Get ready to roar worldwide! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
⭐ The Student of the Week for April 6, 2026 is Sulli Schaffer! Mrs. Moorman said "In the three years I’ve had Sulli in my class, she has always been incredibly hardworking and responsible. She is quick to volunteer and includes others" Showing consistent effort over multiple years builds a strong foundation for lifelong learning. By stepping up to help and ensuring your peers feel welcome, you demonstrate what it truly means to be a leader. Thank you for being such a joy, Sulli! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🏅 Come out to the upcoming FCCLA fair to see the hard work of our Gravette High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America state qualifiers! This is the final stretch in their preparation for the state competition.
📅 Date: Friday, April 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Commons
Competitors will be stationed at their displays to present their work and answer questions. Come see firsthand what some of the brightest young people in our community are interested in and working on. Your participation will be a great help for the students to practice their delivery and public speaking before their next challenge. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
⭐ The Student of the Week for March 23, 2026 is Lexie Jarvis! Mr. Todd said "Lexie is an excellent student and captain of the JV cheer team. She works hard, is always respectful, and assists peers when needed. She is an excellent example of a Gravette Lion." Balancing school work and team leadership is tough! Thank you for setting a great example, Lexie! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
🎪 Only 20 more days until the Gravette School District art show! Walking through the Event Center will feel like entering a grand world fair where the work of our kids in every grade level fills the room.
📅 Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Event Center at Ozark Community Hospital
Experience the growth of our lions as you explore hundreds of paintings and sculptures that show unique student vision. Last year was the biggest turnout yet, and we're hoping to match or exceed that. Supporting these artists helps them recognize the success of their hard work and encourages them to keep creating.
Our staff are also seeking parent volunteers to help out with the enormous task of running this show, you can reach out to Brandi Brown to find how to get involved. 📧 Message Brandi Brown Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/o/gde/staff?id=635667
Before we head into spring break, mark your calendars for this spectacular community evening. Parent support shows our students that their efforts matter and strengthens the connection between our schools and the families we serve. Have a restful break and get ready for a marvelous show. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
📅 Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Event Center at Ozark Community Hospital
Experience the growth of our lions as you explore hundreds of paintings and sculptures that show unique student vision. Last year was the biggest turnout yet, and we're hoping to match or exceed that. Supporting these artists helps them recognize the success of their hard work and encourages them to keep creating.
Our staff are also seeking parent volunteers to help out with the enormous task of running this show, you can reach out to Brandi Brown to find how to get involved. 📧 Message Brandi Brown Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/o/gde/staff?id=635667
Before we head into spring break, mark your calendars for this spectacular community evening. Parent support shows our students that their efforts matter and strengthens the connection between our schools and the families we serve. Have a restful break and get ready for a marvelous show. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
