
Our WES Kindergarteners had the best day at Peebles Farm in Augusta! From exploring the pumpkin patch to seeing farm animals and enjoying the fall fun!!!!









Today, WES 4th graders stepped back in time with a visit to Parker Pioneer Homestead near Harrisburg. The Homestead is a recreated 19th-century town where history comes alive through historic buildings, artifacts, and hands-on experiences.
Students had a wonderful time exploring life as it was in the past — and one special highlight was seeing our very own Ms. Deana Bonham join in by playing the fiddle alongside the local band.

Warrior Families, you’re invited to the Annual Title 1 Parent Meeting—learn how federal Title I funds support student learning, what’s planned for this year, and how you can be involved.
WMS: Tuesday, October 7 at 6:00 PM
WES: Monday, October 13 at 5:30 PM
We’ll review our schoolwide plan, parent & family engagement opportunities, and how to partner with us for student success. We hope to see you there!
WMS: Tuesday, October 7 at 6:00 PM
WES: Monday, October 13 at 5:30 PM
We’ll review our schoolwide plan, parent & family engagement opportunities, and how to partner with us for student success. We hope to see you there!


Custodian Appreciation Day!!! We would like to celebrate our amazing daytime custodians who keep our schools running smoothly! From tackling daily hiccups to making sure our buildings are clean and welcoming, we’re so grateful for all they do for our Warrior family. ❤️🤍💪
WES: Sherry Byard & Glendil Griffin
WMS: Linda Roberts & Robert Herrera
WHS: Alice Whitaker & Jonathan Shell
WES: Sherry Byard & Glendil Griffin
WMS: Linda Roberts & Robert Herrera
WHS: Alice Whitaker & Jonathan Shell




Warrior Week Ahead: October 6–11th
It’s another busy and exciting week for our Warriors! ❤️🤍 From the volleyball court and football field to cross country trails, choir, band, and more — our students are representing Westside with pride in so many ways.
Check out the full schedule of events below and come out to cheer on our Warriors. Let’s show our support and make it a great week together! 💪
10/6
4:30 PM – Volleyball vs Jonesboro @ Home
10/7
4:00 PM – XC: Caveman Open @ Cave City Nature Trail
4:30 PM – Volleyball vs Trumann @ Away
6:00 PM – WMS Title I Parent Night – Library
10/9
Volleyball vs Pocahontas @ Away
Football vs Southside Batesville @ Home
10/10–16
WES Book Fair
10/10
7:00 PM – Football vs Southside Batesville @ Away
10/11
Volleyball – Sr @ LadyCat Invitational @ Conway
AFJROTC – PT Competition @ Home
WHS – Sr Choir All Region Auditions @ JHS
WHS Band – Colt Classic Marching Invitational @ Wilson, AR
Looking Ahead!!
10/16 – 12:05 PM EARLY RELEASE & Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:30–8:30 PM)
10/17 – NO SCHOOL for students
It’s another busy and exciting week for our Warriors! ❤️🤍 From the volleyball court and football field to cross country trails, choir, band, and more — our students are representing Westside with pride in so many ways.
Check out the full schedule of events below and come out to cheer on our Warriors. Let’s show our support and make it a great week together! 💪
10/6
4:30 PM – Volleyball vs Jonesboro @ Home
10/7
4:00 PM – XC: Caveman Open @ Cave City Nature Trail
4:30 PM – Volleyball vs Trumann @ Away
6:00 PM – WMS Title I Parent Night – Library
10/9
Volleyball vs Pocahontas @ Away
Football vs Southside Batesville @ Home
10/10–16
WES Book Fair
10/10
7:00 PM – Football vs Southside Batesville @ Away
10/11
Volleyball – Sr @ LadyCat Invitational @ Conway
AFJROTC – PT Competition @ Home
WHS – Sr Choir All Region Auditions @ JHS
WHS Band – Colt Classic Marching Invitational @ Wilson, AR
Looking Ahead!!
10/16 – 12:05 PM EARLY RELEASE & Parent/Teacher Conferences (3:30–8:30 PM)
10/17 – NO SCHOOL for students

Mrs. Wilson’s 4th grade class turned the classroom into a mini theme park today as students designed and tested their own roller coaster tracks!
The challenge: demonstrate the transfer of energy by releasing a marble at different heights to see how it impacts where the “bumper car” lands. Warriors discover how energy works in the real world. ❤️🤍
The challenge: demonstrate the transfer of energy by releasing a marble at different heights to see how it impacts where the “bumper car” lands. Warriors discover how energy works in the real world. ❤️🤍

💗🏐 Dig Pink with WHS Volleyball! 🏐💗
The WHS Volleyball Team will host their Annual Dig Pink Match on Thursday, October 16. Show your support by ordering a Dig Pink T-shirt and help us fill the Warrior Dome with pink! Order Deadline: Tuesday, October 8 at 3:00 PM
Printable Copy: https://5il.co/3qlx2
The WHS Volleyball Team will host their Annual Dig Pink Match on Thursday, October 16. Show your support by ordering a Dig Pink T-shirt and help us fill the Warrior Dome with pink! Order Deadline: Tuesday, October 8 at 3:00 PM
Printable Copy: https://5il.co/3qlx2


Mrs. Russell’s 3rd grade class had a blast turning math review into something unforgettable! Instead of the usual review, students grabbed their dry erase markers and practiced math right on their desks. 🙌
The room was filled with excitement and creativity — so much so that students said it was “the best day ever!”❤️🤍
The room was filled with excitement and creativity — so much so that students said it was “the best day ever!”❤️🤍











Congratulations to WES September Employees of the Month!!
Certified: Kayla Campbell
Classified: Janey Baxter
Certified: Kayla Campbell
Classified: Janey Baxter



Reminder for K–2 Parents!
Lil’ Dribblers registration forms are due this Friday, Oct. 3. Don’t miss this fun program for our youngest Warriors to learn basketball skills, build confidence, and have a great time on the court! Turn in forms to your child’s school office.
Lil’ Dribblers registration forms are due this Friday, Oct. 3. Don’t miss this fun program for our youngest Warriors to learn basketball skills, build confidence, and have a great time on the court! Turn in forms to your child’s school office.

Parents & Guardians, remember…
Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, ALL students in Arkansas public schools will receive FREE school breakfast every day (thanks to Act 123 of 2025).
Let’s keep our Warriors strong — because when kids start with breakfast, Breakfast = Success! ❤️🤍
Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, ALL students in Arkansas public schools will receive FREE school breakfast every day (thanks to Act 123 of 2025).
Let’s keep our Warriors strong — because when kids start with breakfast, Breakfast = Success! ❤️🤍


The October Parent Newsletter is here! Stay up to date on upcoming events, important reminders, and all the great things happening at school this month. Check it out below!


Attention All Warriors!
This year’s WHS Basketball t-shirt is more than just a shirt… it’s a great way to show your school spirit all season long! (Part of the annual Red/White Game fundraiser for the boys basketball program.)
💥 Don’t miss out — order yours today! 💥
Orders due: October 20
Turn in forms to your student’s school office
Printable Copy: https://5il.co/3qh1t
This year’s WHS Basketball t-shirt is more than just a shirt… it’s a great way to show your school spirit all season long! (Part of the annual Red/White Game fundraiser for the boys basketball program.)
💥 Don’t miss out — order yours today! 💥
Orders due: October 20
Turn in forms to your student’s school office
Printable Copy: https://5il.co/3qh1t


Congratulations to Westside Middle School’s Students of the Month. These student are going home with a certificate, goody bag, and yard sign! We are so proud of each and everyone of them!!




WES 4th graders in Ms. Cox’s reading classes visited the Class Café to “taste test” different genres of books! Students sampled stories, shared their favorites, decorated placemats, and even ended with a sweet cupcake treat. Such a fun way to spark a love for reading! ❤️🤍

These Westside Elementary students were recognized by their teachers for showing outstanding behavior in the classroom! As a reward, they each got to choose a free book from our school’s book vending machine—how fun is that?!
Keep up the amazing work, Lil' Warriors! ❤️🤍
Keep up the amazing work, Lil' Warriors! ❤️🤍

At WES, students earn stars in the library for showing amazing behavior. Once they collect three stars, their class earns a Fun Center Day! 🎉
Congratulations to Mrs. Wolverton’s Kindergarten class, the very first class in the entire school to reach this goal! What a fantastic example of teamwork, respect, and Warrior spirit. ❤️🤍
A big thank-you to our librarian, Mrs. Fort, for creating this fun program that motivates students and celebrates positive behavior!
Congratulations to Mrs. Wolverton’s Kindergarten class, the very first class in the entire school to reach this goal! What a fantastic example of teamwork, respect, and Warrior spirit. ❤️🤍
A big thank-you to our librarian, Mrs. Fort, for creating this fun program that motivates students and celebrates positive behavior!

🙌🙌❤️🤍Warrior Week Ahead – Sept. 29–Oct. 4 🙌🙌❤️🤍
Monday, Sept. 29
Tennis – Conference Tournament @ Allen Park
WMS Student Picture Day
4:30 pm – Volleyball vs. GCT (Away)
Tuesday, Sept. 30
WHS Student Picture Day
XC @ Lyon College Invitational
Wednesday, Oct. 1
Tennis Conference Tournament (Alternate Date) @ Allen Park
WES Picture Day – K, 2nd, 4th Grades
Thursday, Oct. 2
WES Picture Day – PreK, 1st, 3rd Grades
4:30 pm – Volleyball vs. Highland (Away)
5:30 pm – Football vs. Blytheville (Away)
Friday, Oct. 3
6:15 pm – WHS Band & Color Guard Senior Night @ Warrior Field
7:00 pm – Football vs. Blytheville (Home)
Saturday, Oct. 4
XC @ Hoka Frank Horton Night Classic @ Shelby Farms
⚠️ Looking Ahead ⚠️
Thursday, Oct. 16 – Early Release at 12:05 pm | Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:30–8:30 pm
Friday, Oct. 17 – No School for students (Teacher PD Day)
It’s a busy and exciting week — let’s go, Warriors!❤️🤍
Monday, Sept. 29
Tennis – Conference Tournament @ Allen Park
WMS Student Picture Day
4:30 pm – Volleyball vs. GCT (Away)
Tuesday, Sept. 30
WHS Student Picture Day
XC @ Lyon College Invitational
Wednesday, Oct. 1
Tennis Conference Tournament (Alternate Date) @ Allen Park
WES Picture Day – K, 2nd, 4th Grades
Thursday, Oct. 2
WES Picture Day – PreK, 1st, 3rd Grades
4:30 pm – Volleyball vs. Highland (Away)
5:30 pm – Football vs. Blytheville (Away)
Friday, Oct. 3
6:15 pm – WHS Band & Color Guard Senior Night @ Warrior Field
7:00 pm – Football vs. Blytheville (Home)
Saturday, Oct. 4
XC @ Hoka Frank Horton Night Classic @ Shelby Farms
⚠️ Looking Ahead ⚠️
Thursday, Oct. 16 – Early Release at 12:05 pm | Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:30–8:30 pm
Friday, Oct. 17 – No School for students (Teacher PD Day)
It’s a busy and exciting week — let’s go, Warriors!❤️🤍

Our amazing WES Kindergarten students have officially completed ABC Bootcamp — learning a letter a day for 26 days! 🙌🙌
Today, they celebrated with a fun ABC Parade, proudly walking the halls in vests they designed, each decorated with a different letter. ❤️🤍
Since our kindergarten teachers began this special bootcamp three years ago, our student data has grown by leaps and bounds — and today was a perfect reminder of how exciting learning can be! ✨💪
Missed the parade? You can still catch the fun on our Facebook Live video from this morning!
Way to go, Lil' Warriors! 👏👏
Today, they celebrated with a fun ABC Parade, proudly walking the halls in vests they designed, each decorated with a different letter. ❤️🤍
Since our kindergarten teachers began this special bootcamp three years ago, our student data has grown by leaps and bounds — and today was a perfect reminder of how exciting learning can be! ✨💪
Missed the parade? You can still catch the fun on our Facebook Live video from this morning!
Way to go, Lil' Warriors! 👏👏











Get ready, Warriors — the Book Fair runs October 10–16 at Westside Elementary! Students will be able to shop during the school day, and families can also browse online:
Shop the Book Fair: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/westsideelementaryschool34
Sneak Peek: https://preview.scholasticbookfairs.com/hub?pkid=L2&flag=n
Every purchase helps foster a lifelong love of reading for our Warriors and helps support our school library. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️🤍
Shop the Book Fair: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/westsideelementaryschool34
Sneak Peek: https://preview.scholasticbookfairs.com/hub?pkid=L2&flag=n
Every purchase helps foster a lifelong love of reading for our Warriors and helps support our school library. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️🤍