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!
☀️ Free Summer Meals for Springdale Kids! ☀️
Hey Springdale families! Summer is here, and we want to make sure your kids stay fueled and ready for all their sunny adventures. 🍉🥪
Springdale Public Schools is offering FREE summer meal pickups for all children 18 and younger living in your household!
Here is everything you need to know to lock in your order:
📦 What You Get
By filling out our quick preorder form, each child in your home will receive:
5 Breakfast Meals 🥣
5 Lunch Meals 🍎
All at absolutely NO cost to you!
🗓️ When & Where
Starts: Thursday, June 18th
When: Every Thursday from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Don Tyson School of Innovation (2667 Hylton Road, Springdale, AR 72764)
📲 How to Order
Don't miss out! Click the link below to fill out the form and secure your meals for the week.
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Please share this post with friends, neighbors, and anyone in the Springdale community who could benefit! Let's take care of our kids this summer! ❤️ #SpringdaleFamily #FreeSummerMeals
Hey Springdale families! Summer is here, and we want to make sure your kids stay fueled and ready for all their sunny adventures. 🍉🥪
Springdale Public Schools is offering FREE summer meal pickups for all children 18 and younger living in your household!
Here is everything you need to know to lock in your order:
📦 What You Get
By filling out our quick preorder form, each child in your home will receive:
5 Breakfast Meals 🥣
5 Lunch Meals 🍎
All at absolutely NO cost to you!
🗓️ When & Where
Starts: Thursday, June 18th
When: Every Thursday from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Don Tyson School of Innovation (2667 Hylton Road, Springdale, AR 72764)
📲 How to Order
Don't miss out! Click the link below to fill out the form and secure your meals for the week.
🔗https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfH53HNW5Tzib-n83kImmGHJSmgEm7qBav9Vox03TZwFISWmw/viewform
Please share this post with friends, neighbors, and anyone in the Springdale community who could benefit! Let's take care of our kids this summer! ❤️ #SpringdaleFamily #FreeSummerMeals
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☀️ 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
The Spartan Olympics has been moved to TOMORROW (5/20). The forecast looks rainy all week, but tomorrow's precipitation chances and timing looks much better than Thursday. Please send your students in athletic shoes and layers.
Spartan Families: It's the last week of school! Please see important updates in this week's newsletter.
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SMS Parents/Guardians: Our EAST students created a digital yearbook. Feel free to download and/or print at home to enjoy memories from the school year!
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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
Spartan Families: We have so many events and updates as we conclude the school year. Have a great final two weeks of school!
ATLAS testing begins tomorrow! Please review the information below for important dates and tips to help your student feel confident and ready to do their best.
🧠 What is ATLAS?
The Arkansas Teaching & Learning Assessment System (ATLAS) measures student performance based on Arkansas Academic Standards. It helps ensure students are meeting grade-level expectations.
📅 When is Testing?
Students will take 4 tests over 2 weeks
⏰ Testing begins shortly after 8:00 AM
⏳ Tests are untimed
Testing Schedule:
Thursday, April 30 – ✍️ Writing
Friday, May 1 – 📖 Reading
Thursday, May 7 – 🔬 Science
Friday, May 8 – ➗ Math
⭐ Tips for Success
✔️ Be present!
😴 Get at least 8 hours of sleep
👚 Wear comfortable clothes and layers
🍎 Eat a healthy breakfast
💪 Do your best—effort matters!
We want to encourage and reward students for demonstrating our EFFORT tenet. Each day of testing, students will receive a special raffle ticket for meeting all testing expectations.
I know our Spartans are ready to RISE above the rest!
🧠 What is ATLAS?
The Arkansas Teaching & Learning Assessment System (ATLAS) measures student performance based on Arkansas Academic Standards. It helps ensure students are meeting grade-level expectations.
📅 When is Testing?
Students will take 4 tests over 2 weeks
⏰ Testing begins shortly after 8:00 AM
⏳ Tests are untimed
Testing Schedule:
Thursday, April 30 – ✍️ Writing
Friday, May 1 – 📖 Reading
Thursday, May 7 – 🔬 Science
Friday, May 8 – ➗ Math
⭐ Tips for Success
✔️ Be present!
😴 Get at least 8 hours of sleep
👚 Wear comfortable clothes and layers
🍎 Eat a healthy breakfast
💪 Do your best—effort matters!
We want to encourage and reward students for demonstrating our EFFORT tenet. Each day of testing, students will receive a special raffle ticket for meeting all testing expectations.
I know our Spartans are ready to RISE above the rest!
Spartan Families: We are down to the last 4 weeks of school, and ATLAS testing begins this week! Please see details and updates in this week's newsletter.
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Spartan Families: Please see updates in this week's newsletter.
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Spartan Families: Please see update in this week's newsletter!
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Spartan Families: Please see updates in this week's newsletter!
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Spartan Families: We hope it was a wonderful Spring Break! Please see updates in this week's newsletter!
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Spartan Families: Please see updates in this week's newsletter! We have an assembly, ELPA testing, and some field trips our last week before Spring Break begins.
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Sonora Middle School in the Springdale Public School District plans to apply for the 21st Century Community Learning Grant for the 2026 - 2027 school year. This grant will support academic enrichment and academic learning for students. If you have any questions regarding this grant, please call the school office at 479-750-8821.
Springdale Public Schools is hosting the Live, Work, & Thrive Job & Housing Fair! Whether you’re a soon-to-be grad or looking for your next big move, this is your one-stop shop to land a career and find your place in our community.
The Details: 🗓️ Saturday, March 14 🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 SPS Professional Development Center (866 S. 48th St.)
Why attend? Meet the Leaders: Connect directly with principals and department heads.
Find a Home: Chat with local housing providers and community partners.
Get Supported: Learn about our mentorship and teamwork-driven culture.
Your future in Springdale starts here. We can’t wait to meet you!
📞 Questions? Give us a call at 479-750-8800.
#SpringdaleSchools #LiveWorkThrive #EducationJobs #NWACareers #SpringdaleArkansas #TeachArkansas
The Details: 🗓️ Saturday, March 14 🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 SPS Professional Development Center (866 S. 48th St.)
Why attend? Meet the Leaders: Connect directly with principals and department heads.
Find a Home: Chat with local housing providers and community partners.
Get Supported: Learn about our mentorship and teamwork-driven culture.
Your future in Springdale starts here. We can’t wait to meet you!
📞 Questions? Give us a call at 479-750-8800.
#SpringdaleSchools #LiveWorkThrive #EducationJobs #NWACareers #SpringdaleArkansas #TeachArkansas
Spartan Families: We have several updates in this week's newsletter. Please note it's conference week and there is no school on Friday. Advisory teachers should have scheduled a conference time with you; please email or message your child's Advisory teacher if you have not arranged a time yet. Have a great week!
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Help Us Shape the Future of Springdale Schools! We want to know what’s working for you and your family. Please take a moment to complete the 2025-26 Springdale Parent and Family Engagement Survey. This is your chance to tell us which school activities and programs truly make a difference for your child. While participation is entirely voluntary, your unique perspective is the most valuable tool we have to improve. Thank you for partnering with us
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