Gravette Middle School

UPDATE: Summer breakfast and lunch service menus are now available on the district website at this address: http://gravetteschools.net/menu

🦁 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

🦁 We held the 7th Grade Lion PRIDE Assembly for the 4th nine weeks last Friday, and recognized outstanding students for their character, academic excellence, and determination: 🏅 ROAR Award – For academic excellence across all classes: Sydnee Edwards & Mason Lower 🏅 LION Award – For perseverance and measurable growth: Noah Thomason & Madilynn Leming 🏅 PRIDE Award – For respect, character, and consistent effort: Tenley Turnbull (not pictured) & Devlyn Crow Finishing strong is something to be proud of. These students demonstrated how excellence is a daily pursuit. 🧡🦁 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

Due to increased concern of incoming weather Gravette School District will begin releasing car riders at 1:00 and bus riders to follow at 1:15. Please contact your child's school or teacher if you need to make alternative transportation plans. 21 C and Bella Vista Boys and Girls Club will be closed this afternoon.

🍽️ Gravette Food Services will be offering free meals to-go for kids and teens 18 and under this summer. Meals include breakfast and lunch, and we’ll even send home double meals on Thursdays! 📅 Dates: Monday through Thursday, June 2 - July 24 ⏰ Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 📍 Location: Gravette Upper Elementary, 500 8th Avenue SE 🚗 Pickup: Drive to the back of the building past the car rider line All adult meal bags are $8.00 and include both breakfast and lunch. For more information, contact Sheila Roughton here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/staff?id=1166922 Every child should have access to nutritious meals this summer. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

🎉 Gravette Middle School's 7th graders earned their way to Dave & Buster's for the 4th Quarter Reward Trip! Good grades, meeting their AR book goals, great attendance, and no zeros... they hit every mark. But can someone explain why the teachers got to join in the reward too? We’re not saying they didn’t meet the same standards, but maybe someone should look into it... 🤔🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

🥇 Gravette Wrestling Coach Alex Herrlein has been recognized by the Arkansas High School Coaches Association as an Outstanding Coach for the 2024-2025 school year! Coach Herrlein has been instrumental in leading Gravette Wrestling to success. Under his guidance, the team has won back-to-back state championships and even earned the honor of being recognized at the Arkansas State Capitol for their accomplishments. His focus on preparing athletes mentally and physically has made Gravette Wrestling a respected program. 🔗 See the post: https://www.facebook.com/ArkActAssn/posts/pfbid03d37YdZZNekiRXuc3iCKHNNxpc7GuFy4NGyc4yMwrMBNfHkCh5Zccu55iLuLJLoBl In the comments, Facebook user Josh Burnett said, "Not only is Alex Herrlein an outstanding coach, he’s one of the best men I’ve come to know. You won’t be able to find a better person to be a coach, leader, or mentor to the young men and women at Gravette." Thank you, Coach Herrlein, for your leadership and for helping our student-athletes excel. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

🎉 Gravette Middle School's STUDENT ONLY 8th Grade Celebration will take place on May 16, 2025, right after lunch. There will be refreshments, dancing, and spending time with friends! Candy bars will be available for purchase. Students are encouraged to dress up while still following the dress code, as there will be plenty of photos and awards. Phones will be allowed during the celebration to capture the memories! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

TRAFFIC NOTICE: Highway 72 to the east of Gravette High School is currently blocked by an 18-wheeler accident. Afternoon bus routes and car traffic may experience delays.

🎉 These kids popped off at the Test Rally yesterday. Glowsticks, pool noodles, games, and straight vibes in the volleyball gym. Lowkey showed up and showed out with musical chairs and the cup challenge... We’re hyped to see that same energy on test day. No cap. Quick reminder: ➗ Math – April 29 📖 English – May 1 🔬 Science – May 6 Slay the ATLAS, Girly-pop. Let's take that W. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

🚨 We need YOU to help inspire the next generation! We’re looking for professionals from all industries to join us at Gravette Middle School for our 1st Annual Career Day! As a Career Day Presenter, you’ll not only help guide students on career choices, but you’ll also have professional photos captured by our district photographer, showcasing your service to the community. These images can be a great addition to your professional portfolio! 📅 Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Gravette Middle School, 607 Dallas St SE, Gravette, AR We are looking for experts across all 16+ career clusters. Whether you're in healthcare, business, STEM, trades, the arts, or any other field, we’d love to have you! 📩 Interested? Contact Mrs. Crane at https://www.gravetteschools.net/o/gms/staff?id=1101044 to sign up or learn more.

WEATHER UPDATE: This morning we implemented our tornado safety protocol in each building. We sincerely appreciate all staff and students who made this go as smoothly as possible. Everyone was safe and our campus was unharmed. Unfortunately, like many in our area, Gravette High School is without electricity. We hope to have an update soon on restoration efforts. A big thanks to all of our utility workers and first responders as they work through the rain to resolve these issues. We plan to have regular pickup times and bus routes this afternoon. Please contact your child's school if you have to change transportation arrangements for today.

🏈 Quick Update: Our 2025 Gravette Football Parent/Player Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, May 6. Due to the change in the baseball and softball district tournament schedule, the 2025 Gravette Football Parent / Player Meeting will be moved to Tuesday, May 6th. The location and time will remain the same (High School PAC, 5:30pm). We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you all for your understanding and flexibility. Players and families in grades 7–12 are encouraged to attend to hear important program updates, followed by a college recruiting seminar for those interested in playing at the next level. 📅 Tuesday, May 6, 2025 ⏰ 5:30 PM 📍 High School Performing Arts Center We appreciate your flexibility and look forward to seeing you there! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

🏈 Quick Update: Our 2025 Gravette Football Parent/Player Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, April 29. Originally planned for April 28, the meeting will now take place the tomorrow evening. Players and families in grades 7–12 are encouraged to attend to hear important program updates, followed by a college recruiting seminar. 📅 Tuesday, April 29, 2025 ⏰ 5:30 PM 📍 High School Performing Arts Center Thank you for your flexibility. We are looking forward to a strong season together! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

🏆 Nominations are open for Gravette's Classified Staff of the Year! Classified staff members include all staff who support students outside of certified teaching roles, from bus drivers to office staff, nurses, custodians, cafeteria teams, paraprofessionals, tech staff, and more. These vital team members keep the day-to-day operations of our schools running smoothly. We simply could not do school without them. Any student, parent, coworker, administrator, or community member may submit a nomination. 📝 Submit your nomination by Friday, May 9, 2024: https://www.gravetteschools.net/soty25 Recognition includes School Board acknowledgment, local newspaper coverage, and a feature on the district website. Help us celebrate those who make Gravette a great place for kids! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

📘 Time is running out to order the Gravette Schools yearbook and senior ads! Orders close Friday at midnight. The photos, the friends, the moments that mattered... capture it all before the deadline passes. http://gravetteschools.net/yearbook2 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

🐣 Builders Club members from Gravette Middle School helped make Easter extra special for our youngest Lions at Glenn Duffy Elementary. Students in Builders Club donated all the eggs and prizes for the kindergarten egg hunt, over 1,800 in total! They helped prepare more than 2,500 additional eggs for Pre-K using family donations. Funds raised through school dances helped support this project and others throughout the year. On Easter, members hid the eggs, cheered on our young students, and helped them count their finds. A big thank you to these middle school students for leading with generosity and service. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

📘 The deadline to order a Gravette yearbook is this Friday at midnight. http://gravetteschools.net/yearbook2 The deadline for purchasing a Senior Ad is also this Friday. http://gravetteschools.net/yearbook2 This is the final opportunity to secure your copy of this year’s shared story. Order now and make sure your memories are saved for life in high-quality print! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

👟 Families and kids are invited to join Newsong Church and Samaritan’s Feet for an Easter celebration, where children can receive new shoes and socks, enjoy bounce houses, games, lunch, drinks, and snacks (weather permitting) 📅 Saturday, April 19, 2025 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Newsong Church 1690 Gamble Rd., Centerton, AR 72719 Samaritan’s Feet is a 501(c)(3) organization that serves and inspires hope by providing shoes as the foundation for a spiritual and healthy life. Thanks to the generosity of our community members and organizations, students of Gravette Schools may have the option to accept a new pair of athletic shoes and new socks. Please note: This is a first-come, first-served opportunity for students who did not register for shoe sizes by April 15, 2025.

📚 The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Gravette Middle School! Students will have the chance to shop for new books and other fun items during the school day from April 14–18. Every purchase helps support our library! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools