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.
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!

WES: Sherry Byard & Glendil Griffin
WMS: Linda Roberts & Robert Herrera
WHS: Alice Whitaker & Jonathan Shell



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
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 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 room was filled with excitement and creativity — so much so that students said it was “the best day ever!”❤️🤍










Certified: Kayla Campbell
Classified: Janey Baxter


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.
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! ❤️🤍


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




Keep up the amazing work, Lil' Warriors! ❤️🤍
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!
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!❤️🤍
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! 👏👏










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! ❤️🤍
Westside Schools would like to remind families of two important dates coming up in October. Please mark your calendars and make plans accordingly.
Thursday, October 16th – EARLY DISMISSAL at 12:05 p.m.
Parent/Teacher Conferences will follow from 3:30–8:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17th – NO SCHOOL for students due to Teacher Professional Development (make-up day).

