🍎 With the Summer Lunch program from Gravette Schools Food Services, no family will be without access to healthy food while school is out for summer break. Pick up free summer meals for children ages 18 and under at the Gravette Upper Elementary playground drive-thru starting May 26.

📅 Dates: Monday - Thursday, May 26, 2026 - July 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette Upper Elementary Playground Drive-Thru

These meals help our kids stay fed and healthy during the summer months when school is out. Adults may also buy breakfast for $3.00 or lunch for $5.00 at the site. The USDA is an equal opportunity provider. No meals are served on Fridays.

Thank you to our food services staff and our student volunteers for helping to make the summer lunch program happen. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

6 days ago, Gravette School District
Free Summer Meals Graphic
🍕 Bam! Pow! Zap! Did you hear that? It is the sound of the Gravette Upper Elementary School Lunch Heroes answering the call for School Lunch Hero Day! Witness and be amazed as our heroic cafeteria crusaders spring into action to fend off the seedy underbelly of empty bellies.

Wendy the Wise leads the charge with life-changing meal plans. The Cosmic Guardian, C.G. Skelton, uses supernatural veggie-cooking powers to fuel the youth. Tough Tina Harris wields her mighty baking sheet to defend against doughy or dry bread, while Dazzling Danielle and Daring Donna fly through the kitchen, supporting where they're needed with finesse!

School Lunch Hero Day is celebrated each year on the first Friday in May. The School Nutrition Association launched this observance in 2013 to appreciate the professionals who feed our students. Food service work deserves a great deal of respect and appreciation, because without them, basic needs go unmet and learning cannot happen.

Our food service team shows up long before the school bell rings to prep meals safely and efficiently. They handle long lines, accommodate unique needs, and greet students with kindness despite the ticking clock. This kind of steady, demanding work rarely gets the applause it requires, which makes today the perfect opportunity to express our sincere gratitude. Thank you, GUE Cafeteria Crew for all that you do! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
10 days ago, Gravette School District
GUE School Lunch Hero Day Graphic

🏆 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

12 days ago, Gravette School District
Staff of the Year Graphic
🎉 Fifth graders are preparing for a messy and memorable send-off to celebrate their time at Gravette Upper Elementary, mud and all! Finishing elementary school marks a major step for these students, and wrapping up the year fun gives them a chance to celebrate their hard work together. Get ready to make a mess and send our fifth graders into the summer with a roar.

📅 Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Gravette Upper Elementary Cafeteria

Students will spend the morning enjoying outdoor activities with their classmates before gathering for a special goodbye message from the staff. Because this event involves mud and water, students need to wear old clothes and shoes. Please pack a change of clothes, a towel, and a plastic bag to bring wet items home safely. Parents are invited to attend the goodbye message in the cafeteria starting at 12:20 PM. Speeches begin around 12:30 PM to allow plenty of time for check-in and seating. After the celebration concludes, students will return to their classrooms for final activities with their teachers. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
19 days ago, Gravette School District
5th Grade Send-off
✏️ Make your mark on the end of the year with a custom one-of-a-kind celebration keepsake. These 2-sided pencil signs are a Gravette-original way to celebrate the first AND last day of school with fun photo memories! One side says "First Day of School" and the reverse says "Last Day of School."

🛒 Price: $20 each
📧 Interested? Message Morgan Knuckles: https://www.gravetteschools.net/o/gue/staff?id=632531

The Courtesy Committee uses funds from these sales to provide catered lunches and treats for staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. These donations also allow the committee to support staff members during difficult times, including surgeries or family emergencies. Your contribution helps maintain a support fund for our team through the summer months.

If you'd like to help in another way, there is also a Sign-up Genius link to donate gifts to teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week.
🔗 Sign-up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944AFA82AA4FDC43-63656514-teacher#/

Thank you for supporting our staff and celebrating your student milestones in style! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
19 days ago, Gravette School District
Pencil Sign Fundraiser
Pencil Sign Fundraiser
🐶 Gravette Upper Elementary students partnered with the Bella Vista Animal Shelter with a paws-itively wonderful project to encourage pet adoptions. Mrs. Knuckles guided the students in creating these purr-fect portraits to highlight animals that need to be rescued and rehabilitated. These student-created pieces will be displayed at the shelter and during public adoption events, like the weekend's "Bratfest" to help connect these animals with families.

Applying classroom skills to support a local organization shows how young leaders take ownership and help their community. Thank you to the students for using their time to give these animals a better chance at finding a safe place to live. And thank you to Mrs. Knuckles for sharing this story and photos! 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
21 days ago, Gravette School District
Student Pet Portraits
Student Pet Portraits
Student Pet Portraits
Student Pet Portraits
🍿 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
26 days ago, Gravette School District
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
2026 District Art Show
📝 End of the year ATLAS testing is fast approaching for our students, and families can use the upcoming weeks to help their children prepare at home!

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
📅 Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
📅 Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
📅 Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
🔗 Practice Exams Online: https://atlasportal.org/

Students have the opportunity to take a practice test at home with the link above. Navigate to the Students and Families section of the testing portal and select a grade level to access training tests for various subjects. Completing a practice session builds comfort with the testing tools and helps students know exactly what to expect.

Families can further support their children by ensuring they get extra rest the night before, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive early on testing mornings. Approaching these assessments with a steady routine gives our students the best chance to demonstrate what they have learned this year. Thank you for partnering with us to support their focus and success. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
27 days ago, Gravette School District
Atlas Testing Flyer
📚 Breakfast and Books brought families together at Gravette Upper Elementary this past Tuesday morning to share a hot meal and explore the book fair. The event also featured the second annual Bake Sale and Basket Raffle to raise funds for the GUE Courtesy Committee.

Students loved showing off their favorite finds on the bookshelves after enjoying breakfast with the adults in their lives. The bake sale and raffle were a huge success, thanks to everyone who picked up a sweet treat or a raffle ticket. Your purchases directly support the committee in providing encouragement and hosting events for our teachers and staff all year long.

Thank you to everyone who woke up early to spend the morning with us and support our students. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Breakfast and Books
Breakfast and Books
Breakfast and Books
Breakfast and Books
Breakfast and Books
Breakfast and Books
Breakfast and Books
Breakfast and Books

🥧 Our school assembly this month was a messy celebration of a major reading milestone! Students surpassed their target of 20,000 Lexia Units, finishing the challenge with over 25,000 units completed through daily focus and practice. As a reward for students crushing their goals, three teachers received a pie in the face!

The assembly also gave us a chance to highlight fifth-grade teacher Sharon Riggs and paraprofessional Amiee West who both earned Staff of the Month honors. Additionally, art teacher Morgan Knuckles received the Gravette School Board Cut Above Award. This recognition honors staff who show up with strong attendance, take positive action, and maintain a great attitude. Whether she is guiding students through creative projects, helping them build academic momentum, or leading the courtesy committee to support her peers, she consistently puts others first.

The assembly brought plenty of cheers as we gathered to recognize the hard work of our students and staff. Thank you to our educators for their daily effort and to our students for keeping their focus on reading. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Staff of the Month
Cut Above
🎷 Hey all you cool cats and kittens, the Gravette Upper Elementary fifth graders are ready to slide into the spotlight for the "Gotta Be Jazz" music program. It's gonna be one smooth night of live tunes, if you can dig it.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Performing Arts Center
📀 Preorder DVD Recordings Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/page/dvd

The Gravette High School Jazz Band is laying down the opening groove before our younger cats take the stage in their sharpest black and white threads. Grab a seat, feel the vibes, and let the music do the talking. We will see you at the gig. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Gotta Be Jazz Graphic
💫 Last Friday night, our families' homes were a little quieter than usual while students from Glenn A. Duffy Elementary and Gravette Upper Elementary had a blast at the Parent’s Night Out event. Kids rotated through gym games, enjoyed pizza together, and created neon lion paintings with Mrs. Knuckles.

The school was filled with laughter and dancing as kids connected after hours just for fun. High School Student volunteers played a big role in making the night run smoothly, helping lead activities and making sure everyone felt included and supported.

Thank you to the Courtesy Committee for organizing this fundraiser and to all the volunteers who gave their time. This event brings our school community closer and give families a well-deserved evening to recharge. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Parents Night Out Photos
Parents Night Out Photos
Parents Night Out Photos
Parents Night Out Photos
Parents Night Out Photos
Parents Night Out Photos
Parents Night Out Photos
Parents Night Out Photos
Parents Night Out Photos
🍎 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
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Teacher of the Year Graphic
🧁 Add a sweet treat to your morning reading at the second annual Bake Sale and Book Fair Basket Raffle. This sale and raffle takes place during Breakfast and Books next week and helps raise funds for the Gravette Upper Elementary Courtesy Committee.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Gravette Upper Elementary

Families can purchase individually priced baked goods to enjoy alongside their morning meal. You can also buy raffle tickets for a chance to take home a custom book fair basket. Tickets cost 2 dollars each or three tickets for 5 dollars, and you can pay using cash or Zelle. Every purchase helps the Courtesy Committee fund events and provide practical support for our teachers and staff throughout the school year.

Enjoying a pastry and supporting our educators is a great way to start the day. We look forward to sharing breakfast and browsing the book fair with you. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Bake Sale and Raffle Flyer

👋 Gravette Upper Elementary PTO is hosting the Spring General Meeting and all families are invited to join the conversation. Whether you have current students or incoming third graders from Glenn A. Duffy Elementary, your participation helps shape the upcoming school year.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📧 Message The PTO Here: guepto@gmail.com

The evening includes elections for next year's board positions. The parent teacher organization still needs a Treasurer to help manage funds and support school events. Stepping into a leadership role allows you to directly support student success and build strong relationships with teachers and staff.

Taking part in the parent teacher organization connects you with other parents and strengthens our community. We look forward to seeing new faces and working together to plan a successful year for our lions. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools

about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
GUE PTO Graphic
⏳ Today is the final deadline to sign up for the rescheduled Parent's Night Out happening this Friday, April 3, 2026. Signing up before the deadline ensures we can finalize plans for the evening food and activities.

📅 Date: Friday, April 03, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Gravette Upper Elementary
📧 Message Mrs. Knuckles Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/o/gue/staff?id=632531
📝 Sign Up Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScc0thTkGcsW9Ay_ys5kA80WzOn_dkI3wCIvjwGU9SbB_Iz6w/viewform

Children in grades Pre-K through 5th grade participate in gym games and a pizza dinner during this three hour event. This is a safe environment for students to spend time with friends and parents to enjoy a quiet evening, all while supporting school activities.

Find your brightest neon clothes to wear for the themed painting session and gym play. We look forward to seeing our students for a night of creativity and shared fun. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 1 month ago, Gravette School District
Parents Night Out Flyer
🎪 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
about 2 months ago, Gravette School District
Art Show Poster
🏛️ Fifth grade students in the WIN enrichment group hosted Representative Hope Duke this morning to learn exactly how the legislative process works.

Library Media Specialist Brittany Gripe had been guiding the class tracking a real bill from the previous general session. Applying this knowledge, students are now drafting their own original bills. Representative Duke visited to answer questions and explain her direct experience in government. This was a first-hand experience applying classroom lessons with a state representative and gave these students a practical understanding of civic responsibility.

Thank you to Representative Duke for taking the time to speak with our class and encourage local civic engagement. A special thank you to Mrs. Gripe for organizing this visit and sharing these photos with us. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 2 months ago, Gravette School District
Representative Hope Duke Visit
Representative Hope Duke Visit
📚 The Scholastic Book Fair arrives at Gravette Upper Elementary next month, giving students an entire week to find their next favorite story!

📅 Dates: Monday, April 6 - Friday, April 10, 2026
🔗 Set Up Your eWallet or Learn More Here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/gravetteupperelementarysch

Families can streamline the book fair experience by setting up an eWallet account online. This digital payment option functions similarly to a gift card, ensuring students do not have to carry cash during the school day. Please note that cash change cannot be provided from an eWallet purchase at the registers. Any unused funds will remain securely on your Scholastic account to apply toward future book fairs.

For families attending the Breakfast and Books event on the morning of Tuesday, April 7, the fair will be open for you to browse together after your meal. Finding a new book with your student supports their educational growth and makes reading a shared priority. We are all looking forward to seeing what this year's Lion Leaders find! #ScholasticBookFairs 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 2 months ago, Gravette School District
Book Fair Graphic
🎷 Gravette Upper Elementary fifth graders are bringing the swing to the stage for their "Gotta Be Jazz" music program. The Gravette High School Jazz Band kicks off the evening with live music before our younger students demonstrate their hard work and musical progress.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 14
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Gravette High School Performing Arts Center
📀 Preorder DVD Recordings Here: https://www.gravetteschools.net/page/dvd

Students have practiced diligently to learn these pieces and perform together as a cohesive group. Arriving by 5:50 PM in black and white attire ensures every student is prepared for their cues. A full stage of participants is necessary to create a complete sound, and families can purchase a DVD recording of the performance for $10 to remember the evening.

Live performances teach our students focus, preparation, and confidence in front of an audience. Join us for an evening of music and support these musicians as they step into the spotlight. 🦁🧡 #LionPride #GravetteSchools
about 2 months ago, Gravette School District
5th Grade Program Graphic