As part of the True Lit Festival, Fayetteville High School students welcomed award-winning author Adam Cesare for two special sessions!
Cesare shared his journey as a writer and gave students a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process during an interactive creative writing workshop. Students had the opportunity to learn from a published author and explore their own storytelling ideas.
Cesare is best known for his horror novels and short stories, including “Clown in a Cornfield”, which received the 2020 Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a Young Adult Novel.
Thank you to the Fayetteville Public Library and Fayetteville Public Education Foundation for partnering with Fayetteville Public Schools to bring inspiring literary experiences like this to our students! 💜
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All FPS fourth graders had a special opportunity to meet award-winning author and illustrator Dan Santat during this year’s True Lit Festival at the Fayetteville Public Library!
A Caldecott Medal winner and National Book Award recipient, Santat shared the story of his journey from getting started as an illustrator and writer to becoming a celebrated author, illustrator and screenwriter. Along the way, he entertained students with funny stories and plenty of laughs while inspiring them to explore their own creativity and imagination.
Thank you to the Fayetteville Public Library and Fayetteville Public Education Foundation for partnering with Fayetteville Public Schools to bring this exciting literary experience to our students! 💜
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A Caldecott Medal winner and National Book Award recipient, Santat shared the story of his journey from getting started as an illustrator and writer to becoming a celebrated author, illustrator and screenwriter. Along the way, he entertained students with funny stories and plenty of laughs while inspiring them to explore their own creativity and imagination.
Thank you to the Fayetteville Public Library and Fayetteville Public Education Foundation for partnering with Fayetteville Public Schools to bring this exciting literary experience to our students! 💜
#fayettevillepublicschools #trulitfest
Holt Middle School celebrated Veterans Day with a special luncheon honoring the veterans and active-duty military members in their families!
Students enjoyed lunch in the library alongside the special people who have served and continue to serve our country.
Thank you to all of our veterans and service members for your dedication, sacrifice, and service. We are grateful for the opportunity to recognize and celebrate you! 💜
#fayettevillepublicschools #VeteransDay
Students enjoyed lunch in the library alongside the special people who have served and continue to serve our country.
Thank you to all of our veterans and service members for your dedication, sacrifice, and service. We are grateful for the opportunity to recognize and celebrate you! 💜
#fayettevillepublicschools #VeteransDay
Ramay Junior High AVID students toured Northwest Technical Institute - NWTI of Springdale, Arkansas, getting a firsthand look at the many career and technical education opportunities available right here in our community!
From healthcare and technology to skilled trades and more, students learned how hands-on training and real-world skills can open doors to exciting career paths.
Thank you to NWTI for welcoming our students and helping them see what’s possible! 💜
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From healthcare and technology to skilled trades and more, students learned how hands-on training and real-world skills can open doors to exciting career paths.
Thank you to NWTI for welcoming our students and helping them see what’s possible! 💜
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Fayetteville Public Schools 3rd and 4th graders had a BLAST at the annual Elementary Day at Bud Walton Arena! Students cheered on the Lady Razorbacks and enjoyed an exciting game! As a bonus, our own FHS Dance Team performed for the event! What a fun day filled with school spirit and great memories! Woo Pig Sooie!💜
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Recycles Week Car Seat Drive, November 11–13!
Families are invited to bring old, expired, or unwanted car seats to participating elementary school collection sites to help keep them out of the landfill.
Last year, our school communities diverted more than 125 car seats from the landfill! Let’s build on that success and make an even bigger impact this year.
📅 November 11–13, 2026
Together, we can reduce waste and make a difference in our community. Thank you for helping us recycle responsibly! 🌎
#AmericaRecyclesWeek #FayettevillePublicSchools #Sustainability #WasteReductionWednesday
Families are invited to bring old, expired, or unwanted car seats to participating elementary school collection sites to help keep them out of the landfill.
Last year, our school communities diverted more than 125 car seats from the landfill! Let’s build on that success and make an even bigger impact this year.
📅 November 11–13, 2026
Together, we can reduce waste and make a difference in our community. Thank you for helping us recycle responsibly! 🌎
#AmericaRecyclesWeek #FayettevillePublicSchools #Sustainability #WasteReductionWednesday
Stop by the Razorback Greenway on Saturday, November 7, from 4 - 6 p.m. for a free CPSC-certified bike helmet giveaway for Fayetteville residents, while supplies last.
🗓 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 4 - 6 p.m.
📍 3775 N. Mall Ave. (Razorback Greenway, behind Phat Tire Bike Shop)
✅ One helmet per resident
✅ Short eligibility form required
🗓 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 4 - 6 p.m.
📍 3775 N. Mall Ave. (Razorback Greenway, behind Phat Tire Bike Shop)
✅ One helmet per resident
✅ Short eligibility form required
Creativity and imagination hit the runway this week at Fayetteville High School’s Project Runway! 💜
Inspired by this semester’s theme, "Under the Big Top", student teams transformed unconventional materials into wearable fashion, proving that great design takes imagination, teamwork and a little outside-the-box thinking. No fabric or traditional clothing items allowed!
Thank you to Ms.Troutt and Ms.Austin for guiding our students and helping bring this annual event to life!
Thank you, Nelms Dyslexia Center, for welcoming us to your beautiful space for Java with John this morning! ☕
Fayetteville Public Schools is grateful for our partnership with Nelms Dyslexia Center, an educational nonprofit that makes a difference for students with dyslexia through specialized assessments, intensive therapy and teacher training.
We appreciate everyone who joined us for coffee and conversation, and a special thank you to the Chamber Fayetteville for sponsoring this gathering. We’re thankful for the community partnerships that support our students and make FPS such a special place! 💜
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Fayetteville Public Schools is grateful for our partnership with Nelms Dyslexia Center, an educational nonprofit that makes a difference for students with dyslexia through specialized assessments, intensive therapy and teacher training.
We appreciate everyone who joined us for coffee and conversation, and a special thank you to the Chamber Fayetteville for sponsoring this gathering. We’re thankful for the community partnerships that support our students and make FPS such a special place! 💜
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It's campaign season at Butterfield Trail Elementary! 🐸
Students have been learning about local elections and citizenship, and Mayor Molly Rawn joined in the learning to talk about local government and help students create campaign posters featuring their favorite “Frog and Toad” characters!
Students went to the polls for their mock election on Tuesday, putting their learning into action and discovering what it means to be an engaged citizen. 💜
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Students have been learning about local elections and citizenship, and Mayor Molly Rawn joined in the learning to talk about local government and help students create campaign posters featuring their favorite “Frog and Toad” characters!
Students went to the polls for their mock election on Tuesday, putting their learning into action and discovering what it means to be an engaged citizen. 💜
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Caden’s Calling (cadenscalling.org) recently presented Arisa Health with a check to support mental health services for Fayetteville Public Schools students.
Caden’s Calling is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising mental health awareness and making a positive impact in the lives of others. Through this generous donation, FPS students will have access to additional support and resources to help meet their mental health needs.
Thank you, Caden’s Calling and Arisa Health, for your commitment to supporting the well-being of our students!
#fayettevillepublicschools #cadenscalling #arisahealth
Caden’s Calling is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising mental health awareness and making a positive impact in the lives of others. Through this generous donation, FPS students will have access to additional support and resources to help meet their mental health needs.
Thank you, Caden’s Calling and Arisa Health, for your commitment to supporting the well-being of our students!
#fayettevillepublicschools #cadenscalling #arisahealth
Students at John L Colbert Middle School had the opportunity to explore a mobile cave filled with more than 60 feet of tunnels and hands-on learning experiences. From practicing cave rescue techniques and learning about bat biology to exploring physics and conservation, students discovered science, math and history in fun, interactive ways.
CaveSim brings learning beyond the classroom, giving students an exciting opportunity to explore, problem-solve and discover the world around them! 💜
#fayettevillepublicschools #outdooradventure #johnlcolbert
CaveSim brings learning beyond the classroom, giving students an exciting opportunity to explore, problem-solve and discover the world around them! 💜
#fayettevillepublicschools #outdooradventure #johnlcolbert
Our Magnet School Steering Committee, made up of FPS staff, parents, and community members, recently held its third meeting to help shape the vision and learning opportunities for our future magnet high school.
Throughout Phase 1, these meetings have focused on three of the four pathways, Construction-Related, Medical-Related, and Fine Arts to define current and future needs identified by our community partners. The Early College pathway will be addressed in Phase 2 and 3 of our process.
We appreciate the time, ideas, and community perspectives being shared as we work together to create meaningful pathways that will prepare students for success beyond graduation!
Throughout Phase 1, these meetings have focused on three of the four pathways, Construction-Related, Medical-Related, and Fine Arts to define current and future needs identified by our community partners. The Early College pathway will be addressed in Phase 2 and 3 of our process.
We appreciate the time, ideas, and community perspectives being shared as we work together to create meaningful pathways that will prepare students for success beyond graduation!
Jerriod “Jay” Broadnax, FPS Prevention Recovery Coordinator (PRC), joined ALLPS staff in supporting students and staff during Red Ribbon Week!
Through education, connection and conversation, Jay and FPS PRC Aubrey Smith help students and staff understand the importance of making healthy choices, building positive habits and making decisions that support their goals.
Their work focuses on prevention, education and recovery, helping strengthen and support our FPS community. Welcome to the FPS team!
Through education, connection and conversation, Jay and FPS PRC Aubrey Smith help students and staff understand the importance of making healthy choices, building positive habits and making decisions that support their goals.
Their work focuses on prevention, education and recovery, helping strengthen and support our FPS community. Welcome to the FPS team!
Members of FHS Student Council recently met with Gage Reed, the City of Fayetteville’s Homelessness Strategy Coordinator, to learn more about homelessness in our community and how they can make a difference. The discussion also focused on preparations for the annual Homeless Vigil, which will take place Thursday, December 10.
We hope you’ll support FHS Student Council at this year’s Homeless Vigil as we work toward our goal of raising $25,000 to support those experiencing homelessness in our community.💜
We hope you’ll support FHS Student Council at this year’s Homeless Vigil as we work toward our goal of raising $25,000 to support those experiencing homelessness in our community.💜
Mr. Bradshaw and his FHS woodworking students created garden beds for Root Elementary! The FHS students delivered and helped assemble the beds alongside Root’s kindergarten students, who will use them for future planting. This project was especially meaningful for Mr. Bradshaw, who attended Root Elementary himself!
FPS Garden coordinator Stephanie Jordan helped students explore the parts of a plant, connecting their classroom learning to this hands-on gardening experience.
Thank you FHS and Ms. Jordan for giving our students this amazing opportunity!
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FPS Garden coordinator Stephanie Jordan helped students explore the parts of a plant, connecting their classroom learning to this hands-on gardening experience.
Thank you FHS and Ms. Jordan for giving our students this amazing opportunity!
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Owl Creek Elementary welcomed former students, staff, families, and even some future Owls this weekend to celebrate 20 years of learning, memories, and community!
The celebration included a short program followed by food, fun, and plenty of time to reconnect and share memories.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this special milestone. Here’s to 20 years of Owl Creek School and many more to come!
#fayettevillepublicschools #owlcreek #20yearstogether
The celebration included a short program followed by food, fun, and plenty of time to reconnect and share memories.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this special milestone. Here’s to 20 years of Owl Creek School and many more to come!
#fayettevillepublicschools #owlcreek #20yearstogether
Join us Tuesday, October 20, for the 16th Annual Harvest Lunch! FPS Child Nutrition is serving up a special, locally sourced meal featuring ingredients from farms and small businesses right here in Northwest Arkansas.
It’s a delicious way to celebrate our local farmers, support our community and bring fresh, local food to our students’ tables! 💜
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It’s a delicious way to celebrate our local farmers, support our community and bring fresh, local food to our students’ tables! 💜
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Fourth graders at Vandergriff Elementary worked alongside Arkansas Game and Fish biologists to plant native aquatic plants in their school greenhouse. They’ll care for the plants throughout the school year before planting them in local lakes.
This partnership gives students a firsthand look at fisheries biology while taking part in a real-world conservation project with professional scientists!💜
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This partnership gives students a firsthand look at fisheries biology while taking part in a real-world conservation project with professional scientists!💜
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The Fayetteville High School Performing Arts Center has a new name! Last night, we proudly celebrated the dedication of the W. Warren Rosenaur Theatre, with a beautiful tribute to the man who has meant so much to FHS and our community!🌹
The evening was a show in itself, with Broadway style flair, live piano, singing, dancing and plenty of comedy. It was a heartfelt celebration honoring Warren and his lasting impact on generations of students, colleagues, friends and our community. The evening continued with a reception filled with warm memories and congratulations as guests gathered to celebrate Warren and this special honor.
The first production in the newly named theatre is “The Diary of Anne Frank”, opening tomorrow night and running through Sunday.
Congratulations to Warren Rosenaur on this well deserved honor! May “The Rose” continue to be a place where creativity flourishes, stories come to life, and memories are made for generations to come! 💜
#fayettevillepublicschools #therose
The evening was a show in itself, with Broadway style flair, live piano, singing, dancing and plenty of comedy. It was a heartfelt celebration honoring Warren and his lasting impact on generations of students, colleagues, friends and our community. The evening continued with a reception filled with warm memories and congratulations as guests gathered to celebrate Warren and this special honor.
The first production in the newly named theatre is “The Diary of Anne Frank”, opening tomorrow night and running through Sunday.
Congratulations to Warren Rosenaur on this well deserved honor! May “The Rose” continue to be a place where creativity flourishes, stories come to life, and memories are made for generations to come! 💜
#fayettevillepublicschools #therose