The first half of Summer ROAR is in the books! Students were able to partake in lots of wonderful experiences like visiting Razorback Football Stadium and the University of Arkansas, the Air and Military Museum at Drake Field, Hobbs State Park, and the Amazeum in Bentonville! Thank you students, parents, and ROAR staff for an amazing first half, and we can't wait to see you again starting on July 6th!
Wednesday’s field trip will be to Hobbs State Park! Most students returned their permission slips today. If you have not already done so, please sign and return your child’s permission form as soon as possible.
⏰ Please be on time! We are scheduled to leave shortly after the program begins at 9:00 a.m.
🎒 Important items for tomorrow:
• Backpack
• Water bottle
• Extra pair of shoes
• Comfortable clothes
• Optional: hat, rain jacket, and sunscreen
🚌 This will be an all-day field trip, and we plan to return by 2:00 p.m.
👨👩👧👦 Families are welcome to join us if available. Due to limited space on the bus, family members will need to follow in their own vehicles.
We are looking forward to a great day of learning and exploring! 😊
Session 2 of summer ROAR is Monday-Thursday next week from 9am-2pm with lunch and a snack. If you are a bus rider, please be ready for pick-up by 8:15 each day. Field trips are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, permission slips will go home on Monday and need to please be signed and returned on Tuesday. Comfortable clothes/shoes, backpack, and water bottle are recommended each day.
CELEBRATE AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY ACROSS SPRINGDALE!
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Join us as Springdale celebrates America's 250th anniversary with a full lineup of events for all ages! From story times and parades to Black Hawk helicopters, concerts, fireworks, classic cars, and community celebrations, there's something for everyone. Check out the schedule below and start planning your America 250 summer in Springdale!
June 18 | 11:00 AM
America 250 Elementary Storytime
Springdale Public Library
Children in grades K–5 are invited to enjoy stories, a themed craft, and a commemorative photo as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
June 24 | 7:00–10:00 AM
Rodeo of the Ozarks Pancake Breakfast
Springdale American Legion Building
Start Rodeo Week with a hearty breakfast and support the American Legion Post 139!
June 24 | 10:00 AM
Rodeo of the Ozarks Parade
Emma Avenue | Starting at Parsons Stadium
A Springdale tradition featuring floats, marching bands, rodeo royalty, horses, and hometown pride as the parade travels through Downtown Springdale.
All Summer | America 250 Community Flag Mural
Downtown Springdale | Emma Avenue
Visit a special 8' x 10' American flag mosaic created entirely from photos submitted by members of our community.
July 1 | 10:00 AM
Time Capsule Locking Ceremony
Springdale City Hall Lobby
Help celebrate Springdale's past, present, and future as we seal a time capsule to be opened on July 4, 2076.
July 2 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Stars, Stripes & Steel: Touch-a-Truck/Aircraft
Springdale Municipal Airport
Get up close with two Arkansas Army National Guard Black Hawk helicopters, emergency response vehicles, heavy equipment, and specialty trucks from local, county, and state agencies. Meet the crews, explore the vehicles, enjoy food vendors and Kona Ice, and experience this free hands-on event for all ages.
July 3 | 6:00–10:00 PM
Fourth of July Eve Concert featuring Dial Up
Luther George Park
Enjoy live music, food vendors, games, contests, and a fireworks show as we kick off Independence Day weekend.
July 3 & 4 | Postgame
4th at The Field Fireworks Spectacular
Arvest Ballpark
Celebrate with baseball and one of the largest fireworks displays in Northwest Arkansas.
July 11 | 7:00–11:00 AM
Patriotic Pancake Breakfast & Bingo Extravaganza
Springdale Senior Center
Enjoy breakfast with friends and family, then stick around for bingo beginning at 9:30 AM.
July 11 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Helos, Wings & Wheels
Springdale Municipal Airport
A one-of-a-kind family-friendly celebration featuring aviation, classic cars, helicopter rides, aircraft displays, emergency response vehicles, food vendors, and family activities.
July 11 | 3:00–8:00 PM
Ozarks 250 Block Party
Shiloh Museum Grounds
Enjoy live music, food trucks, historic demonstrations, exhibits, activities, and more as we celebrate the Ozarks' role in America's story.
Mark your calendars and grab your family and friends to be part of a summer filled with community, patriotism, and fun for all ages!
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Join us as Springdale celebrates America's 250th anniversary with a full lineup of events for all ages! From story times and parades to Black Hawk helicopters, concerts, fireworks, classic cars, and community celebrations, there's something for everyone. Check out the schedule below and start planning your America 250 summer in Springdale!
June 18 | 11:00 AM
America 250 Elementary Storytime
Springdale Public Library
Children in grades K–5 are invited to enjoy stories, a themed craft, and a commemorative photo as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
June 24 | 7:00–10:00 AM
Rodeo of the Ozarks Pancake Breakfast
Springdale American Legion Building
Start Rodeo Week with a hearty breakfast and support the American Legion Post 139!
June 24 | 10:00 AM
Rodeo of the Ozarks Parade
Emma Avenue | Starting at Parsons Stadium
A Springdale tradition featuring floats, marching bands, rodeo royalty, horses, and hometown pride as the parade travels through Downtown Springdale.
All Summer | America 250 Community Flag Mural
Downtown Springdale | Emma Avenue
Visit a special 8' x 10' American flag mosaic created entirely from photos submitted by members of our community.
July 1 | 10:00 AM
Time Capsule Locking Ceremony
Springdale City Hall Lobby
Help celebrate Springdale's past, present, and future as we seal a time capsule to be opened on July 4, 2076.
July 2 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Stars, Stripes & Steel: Touch-a-Truck/Aircraft
Springdale Municipal Airport
Get up close with two Arkansas Army National Guard Black Hawk helicopters, emergency response vehicles, heavy equipment, and specialty trucks from local, county, and state agencies. Meet the crews, explore the vehicles, enjoy food vendors and Kona Ice, and experience this free hands-on event for all ages.
July 3 | 6:00–10:00 PM
Fourth of July Eve Concert featuring Dial Up
Luther George Park
Enjoy live music, food vendors, games, contests, and a fireworks show as we kick off Independence Day weekend.
July 3 & 4 | Postgame
4th at The Field Fireworks Spectacular
Arvest Ballpark
Celebrate with baseball and one of the largest fireworks displays in Northwest Arkansas.
July 11 | 7:00–11:00 AM
Patriotic Pancake Breakfast & Bingo Extravaganza
Springdale Senior Center
Enjoy breakfast with friends and family, then stick around for bingo beginning at 9:30 AM.
July 11 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Helos, Wings & Wheels
Springdale Municipal Airport
A one-of-a-kind family-friendly celebration featuring aviation, classic cars, helicopter rides, aircraft displays, emergency response vehicles, food vendors, and family activities.
July 11 | 3:00–8:00 PM
Ozarks 250 Block Party
Shiloh Museum Grounds
Enjoy live music, food trucks, historic demonstrations, exhibits, activities, and more as we celebrate the Ozarks' role in America's story.
Mark your calendars and grab your family and friends to be part of a summer filled with community, patriotism, and fun for all ages!
Correction- grades 4-6 will go to Air and Military Museum on Wednesday morning, K-3 will go to Air and Military Museum on Thursday.
Tomorrow is the beginning of ROAR session 1. If your student signed up, they are registered. Bus riders be ready at 8:30am for pick-up. The front door will open at 8:45 for walkers and car riders. ROAR is from 9-2, Monday-Thursday with lunch and snack provided. Water bottles are needed each day. Your student will bring home two field trip forms that MUST BE RETURNED ON TUESDAY. Tuesday’s field trip will be to the University of Arkansas. Please try to wear red and/or something razorback. K-3 will go to Air and Military Museum Wednesday morning. 4-6 will go to Air and Military Museum Thursday morning. We look forward to seeing many wildcats tomorrow.
Welcome to the #WalkerFamily! ✨
We are so excited to introduce Hannah Pool as our new Counselor for Walker Elementary. Carlton, her therapy dog, will also be joining us! Carlton is so excited to love on his new friends at Walker and is the absolute best listening ear when it comes to big feelings. When Mrs. Pool isn't at school, you can find her running, cooking, or enjoying the great outdoors.
Learn More Here: https://app.smore.com/n/f05wj 🥳
Please join us in giving Mrs. Pool a huge Wildcat welcome as she begins this exciting new chapter of service to our students, staff, and community! 💜🎉
We are so excited to introduce Hannah Pool as our new Counselor for Walker Elementary. Carlton, her therapy dog, will also be joining us! Carlton is so excited to love on his new friends at Walker and is the absolute best listening ear when it comes to big feelings. When Mrs. Pool isn't at school, you can find her running, cooking, or enjoying the great outdoors.
Learn More Here: https://app.smore.com/n/f05wj 🥳
Please join us in giving Mrs. Pool a huge Wildcat welcome as she begins this exciting new chapter of service to our students, staff, and community! 💜🎉
☀️ Free Summer Meals for Kids! ☀️
We are so excited to help our #SpringdaleFamily stay healthy and fueled up this break! Springdale Public Schools is participating in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Seamless Summer Option program to serve meals free of charge to all children 18 and younger. Note: Children do not need to be students of Springdale Public Schools to participate.
🕒 When:
Monday – Friday | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (All participating locations will be closed July 3rd)
📍 Locations & Dates:
🍎 Harp Elementary: June 1 – June 19
🍎 Parson Hills Elementary: May 26 – June 19
🍎 George Elementary: June 1 – July 31
🍎 Elmdale Elementary: May 26 – July 31
🍎 Walker Elementary: June 1 – 26 & July 6 – 17
#SpringdaleFamily
We are so excited to help our #SpringdaleFamily stay healthy and fueled up this break! Springdale Public Schools is participating in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Seamless Summer Option program to serve meals free of charge to all children 18 and younger. Note: Children do not need to be students of Springdale Public Schools to participate.
🕒 When:
Monday – Friday | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (All participating locations will be closed July 3rd)
📍 Locations & Dates:
🍎 Harp Elementary: June 1 – June 19
🍎 Parson Hills Elementary: May 26 – June 19
🍎 George Elementary: June 1 – July 31
🍎 Elmdale Elementary: May 26 – July 31
🍎 Walker Elementary: June 1 – 26 & July 6 – 17
#SpringdaleFamily
5th Grade Celebration May 15, 2026
Celebrating the Class of 2033 of Walker Elementary
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Celebrating the Class of 2033 of Walker Elementary
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Kindergarten- Celebration 2026
Future Class of 2038: Walker Elementary May 15, 2026
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Future Class of 2038: Walker Elementary May 15, 2026
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Dear Parents,
The Walker Library will be open tomorrow, Friday, May 29th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and we would love for you to join us!
Come sit down with your child, create a fun watercolor craft with Mrs. Wright, and pick out two or three books to take home. Please note that this is a special time designed for parents to join and participate alongside their children in the library.
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Wildcat Weekly Family Newsletter Week 37- May 18 May 21 , 2026
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🎶⚾ Walker Sings at the Naturals Game! ⚾🎶
Join us next Sunday, May 17, at 2:00 PM as our Walker students sing at the Naturals game!
🎟️ Tickets are $10 per person, including students.
A portion of all ticket sales will support our music program. 🎵
We will place the ticket order this Wednesday. Please send money in an envelope labeled “Baseball” with:
• Student’s name
• Teacher’s name
Thank you for supporting our students!
Join us next Sunday, May 17, at 2:00 PM as our Walker students sing at the Naturals game!
🎟️ Tickets are $10 per person, including students.
A portion of all ticket sales will support our music program. 🎵
We will place the ticket order this Wednesday. Please send money in an envelope labeled “Baseball” with:
• Student’s name
• Teacher’s name
Thank you for supporting our students!
Summer EBT provides $120 of extra grocery benefits to qualifying families with school-aged
children in our community over the summer. You can quickly check eligibility using the QR code below, or at ar.gov/SummerEBT
children in our community over the summer. You can quickly check eligibility using the QR code below, or at ar.gov/SummerEBT
If you need child care for 5 days a week at Walker after school next school year, you can enroll NOW for the 2026-2027 school year at The After School Program! You will love the convenience of having care right at Walker. Check it out and get on the list early! 📚🧩 Link to enroll: https://afterschoolprog.com/
Walker Families — please see the attached Summer EBT flyers for important information about food assistance available for eligible families during the summer months. We encourage you to review the information and apply if your family may qualify.
https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/county-operations/summer-ebt/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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Family Newsletter Week 36- May 11 - May 15 , 2026
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Wildcat Weekly Family Newsletter - Week 35- May 4 - May 8 , 2026
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ROAR students made Hummingbird feeders in STEM rotation today! Hang them up anywhere outside, and watch the hummingbirds fly in! Attached are instructions on how to make hummingbird feed that you and your child can make together! #SpringdaleFamily #WalkerROAR #21CCLC
Walker Elementary - Wildcat Weekly
Family Newsletter | Week 33 | April 20-24, 2026
Check out this week’s news, including two free summer camp opportunities happening this summer at Walker: ROAR & AEGIS !
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Family Newsletter | Week 33 | April 20-24, 2026
Check out this week’s news, including two free summer camp opportunities happening this summer at Walker: ROAR & AEGIS !
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