Dear Fayetteville Public School Families: We have made the decision to transition all Fayetteville Public Schools from in-person to online learning today, Thursday, January 20, due to inclement weather. Thursday will be considered Alternative Method of Instruction (AMI) day. Please review the following information regarding online learning and this... READ MORE >

We have made the decision to transition all Fayetteville Public Schools from in-person to online learning on Thursday, January 13, and Friday, January 14, 2022. Thursday and Friday will be considered Alternative Method of Instruction (AMI) days. All schools will return to in-person learning on Tuesday, January 18, following the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., national... READ MORE >

UPDATED GUIDANCE FOR SCHOOLS BASED ON REVISED CDC GUIDELINES ISOLATION Isolation is required for someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status. This person is required to: Stay home for at least 5 daysIf you have no symptoms or your symptoms are resolving after 5 days, you can leave your house (return to school).Continue to wear... READ MORE >

We have received information from the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) that our school district community’s number of active cases of COVID-19 per 10,000 people is 71 as of 1/3/22. This new data means that the school district has exceeded 30 or more active cases for a consecutive 14-day period. As per district Policy 1.19: Wearing Masks and Face... READ MORE >

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMUSIAL AWARDS TO AIR ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK AND STREAM LIVE ON PARAMOUNT+ ON CHRISTMAS DAY AT 5 P.M. ET / 4 P.M. CTNATIONAL BROADCAST FROM ST. LOUIS CELEBRATES THOSE WHO EMBODY EXTRAORDINARY SPORTSMANSHIPST. LOUIS – Dec. 20, 2021 – The Musial Awards will deliver added holiday cheer this weekend. The inspiring awards show honoring... READ MORE >

The Fayetteville High School Student Council will hold the 23rd annual Homeless Vigil on Thursday, December 2, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on the north side of the FHS campus along Bulldog Blvd between Phases 2 and 3. The vigil will raise funds for the Families in Transition Program, a Fayetteville Public Schools program that helps students in need and their families... READ MORE >

The Fayetteville Board of Education voted unanimously to amend Policy: 1.19: Wearing Masks and Face Coverings as follows: Amend the policy as stated below effective November 15, 2021, for grades 7 - 12 students and staff members in those school buildings and in district administrative and support buildings.Amend the policy as stated below for grades k- 6 students... READ MORE >

Fayetteville Public Schools has been awarded $80,000 in grants over the next three years from the Life Time Foundation to help improve the nutritional quality of school meals by eliminating ultra-processed foods and accelerate scratch and speed-scratch cooking practices through the support of an additional registered dietitian and chef specializing in school food... READ MORE >

Mary Claire Hyatt joined Fayetteville Public Schools on September 20 as general counsel for the school district, according to Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert. The hiring of Ms. Hyatt was approved by the Fayetteville Board of Education at their August 26 meeting. “We are very happy to welcome Mary Claire Hyatt to our administrative team,” said Dr. Colbert. “She... READ MORE >

At a special called meeting held on August 9, The Fayetteville Board of Education voted unanimously to revise Policy: 1.19: Wearing Masks and Face Coverings and resume the mask requirement for all K-12 students, staff members, and visitors to school buildings. Masks are now required while attending classes, working or attending a school function in any school... READ MORE >

EVERY student in Fayetteville Public Schools should ✓ CHECK-IN For the 2021-2022 school year. This process includes all students and ALL GRADE LEVELS.The window for completing the online CHECK-IN is August 2-7. Please login and confirm your student’s informationParents will receive an email with login information by July 28. If a parent’s email address is not... READ MORE >

The celebration of 150 Years of Fayetteville Public Schools kicked off on Thursday, March 18 at the regular meeting of the Fayetteville Board of Education. “We are very proud of our designation as Fayetteville School District #1,” said Dr. John L Colbert, Superintendent of Schools. “As the first public school district granted a charter by the State of Arkansas, we... READ MORE >

Online and In-Person Kindergarten Registration opens on February 22 Online Registration: Please go to (https://registration.fayar.net/login) to register your child. Please have the following items ready to upload: Proof of address (current lease agreement or current utility bill dated within last 30 days) Birth certificate or passport Immunization records... READ MORE >

Join us via Zoom on Tuesday, February 16 at 6:00 pm to learn more about FVA and the many opportunities that set our school apart from other virtual programs. Sign up HERE. READ MORE >

The Fayetteville Board of Education has approved an extension of Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert's contract through June 30, 2024, and voted to raise his base salary by two percent to $226,400. The Board voted unanimously to approve the contract extension and salary increase after completing Dr. Colbert’s annual review on January 28. “Dr. Colbert’s performance... READ MORE >

Fayetteville Virtual Academy is a proven leader in online learning. Join us via Zoom for our FVA Virtual Learning Night for Prospective Families series to learn more about the many opportunities that await your child at FVA. To sign up for an event, complete THIS form. Event Dates: February 16, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. March 16, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. April 12,... READ MORE >

FPS to Provide Weekend Meals for Students The Fayetteville Public Schools Child Nutrition Department will provide weekend meal packs for students and for anyone age 18 or younger beginning the weekend of January 23-24. “We are pleased to be able to provide free weekend meals for our students and those age 18 or younger,” said Ally Mrachek, Director of Child... READ MORE >

Free Pre-Order Meal Packs Offered During Winter Break FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.– Fayetteville Public Schools Child Nutrition will offer free meal packs during the winter break, which is December 21 through January 1. The five-day meal packs (five breakfasts and five lunches) will be available for pick up on Tuesday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 29. Similar to the... READ MORE >

Fayetteville Public Schools will pivot to virtual learning on Monday, December 14 due to inclement weather and road conditions. All school buildings will be closed, and students will utilize online learning. READ MORE >

FAYETTEVILLE ADULT EDUCATION JOINS ‘MOVING AHEAD WITH ADULT ED’ CAMPAIGN TO GET ADULTS BACK TO SCHOOL AND WORK Reskilling, Upskilling Will Help Move Adults into Family-Sustaining Jobs for Economic Recovery from Pandemic With reskilling and upskilling programs in place, adult education is an economic catalyst to help low-skilled adults and their... READ MORE >

Fayetteville Public Schools will be implementing a new health procedure beginning on Monday, September 14 to help protect the health of our students and staff. Beginning next Monday morning, all staff and students will have their temperature checked daily before entering school buildings. Please watch this video from Dr. John L Colbert for more details on the new... READ MORE >

We are pleased to announce that Fayetteville Public Schools will offer FREE MEALS FOR ALL CHILDREN THROUGH DECEMBER 31st. The FPS Child Nutrition program will offer free meals to all children 18 years and younger through temporary Federal program flexibility. Siblings of FPS students and other children in the community are eligible for free 5-day meal packs.... READ MORE >

In an effort to keep our Fayetteville Public Schools family informed, here is the latest information we have regarding COVID-19 in our schools: Fayetteville Public Schools has been notified that four of our students have tested positive for COVID-19. However, none of the four students has been on campus since the start of the school year on August 24. There are... READ MORE >

Owl Creek Health Center is offering a vaccine clinic! Friday, August 21st from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.All insured and uninsured are welcome!Update all vaccines that your child needs!Walk-ins are welcome! No appointment needed! READ MORE >

Important Information Regarding Meal Sign-Up for Hybrid Learning, Home Campus Virtual Learning, and Fayetteville Virtual Academy Students Dear FPS Families, We are pleased to announce that students enrolled in any of the Hybrid Learning Models, Home Campus Virtual Learning, or Fayetteville Virtual Academy can sign-up for take-home meal packs for the fall... READ MORE >

Register NEW students to Fayetteville Public Schools at Registration Gateway for Fayetteville Public Schools. To register you will upload a proof of residence (current gas, electric, or water bill OR lease agreement) At the time of registration you may also upload the following required documents: Birth Certificate, Immunization Records, and Social Security... READ MORE >

FREE SUMMER MEALS FPS Child Nutrition will continue to provide ten meals (5 breakfasts/5 lunches) for anyone age 18 or younger on Tuesdays during the summer, beginning June 2 and ending on July 28. The meals can be picked up from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the following locations: Asbell ElementaryButterfield Trail Elementary (pick up in the back of the school)Happy... READ MORE >

The Arkansas Scholastic Press Association announced the winners in their annual contests. The awards were announced via YouTube by President Karla Sprague, Har-Ber High School; and President-Elect Andrew Young, Woodland Junior High School. Seven programs from Fayetteville Public Schools, the most for any district in the state, won awards. Every program from FPS won... READ MORE >

STUDENT MEALS During the week of Spring Break, March 23 through March 27, 2020, Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch will be available to any child age 18 and younger at Owl Creek School. Students must be present to receive a meal. GRAB AND GO BREAKFAST AND LUNCH 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Owl Creek School 375 N. Rupple Rd. READ MORE >

The FPS Outback food pantry is open DAILY this week from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to provide groceries to families. We normally provide non-perishable food items and frozen meat, but due to recent donations, we are now able to add fresh fruit, lettuce, bread, and eggs to the food boxes. Since next week is Spring Break, we will be giving double boxes on Friday,... READ MORE >

Fayetteville Pubic Schools delivered 536 meals today to students age 18 or younger! Please review the list below and stop by and see us tomorrow and Friday for FREE student meals!SCHOOL BUS DELIVERY LOCATIONS FOR STUDENT MEALS FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS BUSES WILL DELIVER LUNCHES TO STUDENTS AGE 18 AND YOUNGER ON MARCH 17 THROUGH MARCH 20 AT THE FOLLOWING TIMES... READ MORE >

For Immediate Release: February 28, 2020 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Preparation Little Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is working closely with local, state and federal partners to stay up to date on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) activity in the nation and the world. The ADH has plans and protocols in place to respond to... READ MORE >

Kim Cook Named Principal of Fayetteville Virtual Academy The Fayetteville Board of Education has approved the recommendation of Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert to name Kim Cook as the principal of Fayetteville Virtual Academy. Mrs. Cook has served as Interim Principal of FVA since January of 2019. “I was thrilled to confirm Mrs. Cook as principal of... READ MORE >

After a review of research and information regarding district growth and maintenance needs gathered over the previous two years, the Fayetteville Board of Education has called for a special election on February 11, 2020, to request voter approval of a bond restructuring. With voter approval and NO MILLAGE INCREASE, the district will restructure eight bonds that... READ MORE >

Fayetteville Public Schools2019 Winter BreakFree Lunch ProgramWHO?FREE for anyone 18 years or younger. Non-Fayetteville residents welcome!WHERE?Owl Creek School: 375 N. Rupple Rd. (across the street from the Boys & Girls Club)WHEN?Lunch: 11:00am – 12:00pmDecember 2019: 26th, 27th, 30th and 31stJanuary 2020: 2nd, 3rd and 6th – 8thWHY?School lunch is cool, even... READ MORE >

Congratulations to Holt Middle School teacher Cheri DeSoto for receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching!Awardees come from schools in all 50 States. Nominations and awards are facilitated by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the National ScienceFoundation. Established in 1983, PAEMST is the... READ MORE >

Inviting all PTA and PTO members and Fayetteville Public School parents: Fayetteville Board of Education members will present the Fayetteville Public Schools Strategic Plan. Monday, October 21 at the FHS Performing Arts Center at 6:00 pm Please join us! READ MORE >

The Fayetteville Public Schools Cadet Winter Guard will kick off our 2020 season with a tryout clinic on October 30th at FHS. The Cadet Guard is open to ANY student, grades 6-9 enrolled in a Fayetteville PSD Campus. No experience necessary. For more information, check out the attached photo and video, visit www.fayettevilleguard.org, or contact Mr. Antonetti at... READ MORE >

There will be an NCAA/NAIA informational meeting on Wednesday, September 18 at 6pm in the FHS Lecture Hall. Students who are interested in participating in collegiate athletics should attend with their parents to learn about the process that Fayetteville Public Schools has put in place to help navigate eligibility. READ MORE >

The MAP Reading and Aspire Math & Science Interim I assessments for GRADES 4 - 8 will be administered on Tuesday, September 17, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Students must bring their laptop, charger and a book in the event they finish early. READ MORE >

ACT Aspire Interim I for grades 9 - 10 is scheduled for Thursday, September 12, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Students must bring their laptop, charger and a book to read in the event they finish early. READ MORE >

You're invited to attend FVA's annual Open House on Tuesday, August 27, 2019, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Officer O'Dell with the Fayetteville Police Department will join us to speak about internet safety. READ MORE >