
Annual Report to the Public - Monday, October 20th at 6pm. We encourage parents, students, staff, and community members to attend. Your support and involvement make a difference in the success of our schools!


REMINDER: Important October Dates!
Thursday, October 16th – EARLY DISMISSAL at 12:05 p.m.
Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:30–8:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17th – NO SCHOOL for students (Teacher Professional Development).
Thanks for planning ahead, Warrior families! ❤️🤍
Thursday, October 16th – EARLY DISMISSAL at 12:05 p.m.
Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:30–8:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17th – NO SCHOOL for students (Teacher Professional Development).
Thanks for planning ahead, Warrior families! ❤️🤍


The WHS Children’s Volunteer Club is leading its annual Socktober collection, gathering new and gently used socks for foster children during the month of October. Donations will be given to Together We Foster.
Westside Elementary, Middle, and High School are all joining together to support this meaningful cause. ❤️🤍💪
Collection boxes are available in the front offices of each school. Thank you for helping us spread kindness and warmth this season!
Westside Elementary, Middle, and High School are all joining together to support this meaningful cause. ❤️🤍💪
Collection boxes are available in the front offices of each school. Thank you for helping us spread kindness and warmth this season!

Attention parents and guardians of WHS Seniors: There will be a Senior Parent Meeting on Thursday evening, October 16, during P/T conferences. The meeting will begin at 5:30pm in the High School Library. Information about senior year will be discussed, and a financial aid representative will be in attendance to present the most up-to-date FAFSA information. We hope to see you there!


The Boys' Basketball Parent Meeting will be this Wednesday October 8th starting at 5:30pm in the High School Gym. This is a mandatory meeting for parents of all boys' basketball players 7-12th grade . There will be many items discussed and Coach Geniesse looks forward to meeting you all!

Meeting for Parents of Homeschooled Students – Equitable Services Information
If you are the parent of a homeschooled child who meets the following criteria, this is for you. The Westside Consolidated School District, Office of Special Education, will hold a meeting with parents of students:
who live in the school district,
have a child who has/had an IEP in a public school setting,
and are currently homeschooling.
Your child may be eligible to receive equitable services through a service plan. Please join Dr. Kammerer on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. via Zoom. If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please contact the Special Education Department at 870-935-7501. For a Zoom link to the meeting, please e-mail Dr. Kammerer at ckammerer@westsideschools.org.
If you are the parent of a homeschooled child who meets the following criteria, this is for you. The Westside Consolidated School District, Office of Special Education, will hold a meeting with parents of students:
who live in the school district,
have a child who has/had an IEP in a public school setting,
and are currently homeschooling.
Your child may be eligible to receive equitable services through a service plan. Please join Dr. Kammerer on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. via Zoom. If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please contact the Special Education Department at 870-935-7501. For a Zoom link to the meeting, please e-mail Dr. Kammerer at ckammerer@westsideschools.org.


Senior Will Ferguson is representing Westside today at the Golf State Tournament in Gravette, Arkansas!
Good luck and go Warriors! ❤️🤍💪
Good luck and go Warriors! ❤️🤍💪


Join WHS for Volleyball Senior Night!
WHS is excited to honor their amazing senior Lady Warriors and celebrate their hard work, dedication, and leadership both on and off the court. ❤️🤍 These athletes have given so much to the program, and we can’t wait to recognize them in front of their families, teammates, and community.
Date: Monday, October 13
Time: Ceremony at approximately 6:00 PM (all participants & escorts should arrive by 5:45 PM in the gym lobby)
Location: Warrior Dome
Come out and show your support as we cheer on our seniors and celebrate this special milestone in their volleyball journey. Let’s pack the Dome and make it a night to remember!
Seniors:
Mattyx Cureton
Vada Watkins
Emma Clair Pruett
McKenna Craig
Macy Milner
Bailey Parker
WHS is excited to honor their amazing senior Lady Warriors and celebrate their hard work, dedication, and leadership both on and off the court. ❤️🤍 These athletes have given so much to the program, and we can’t wait to recognize them in front of their families, teammates, and community.
Date: Monday, October 13
Time: Ceremony at approximately 6:00 PM (all participants & escorts should arrive by 5:45 PM in the gym lobby)
Location: Warrior Dome
Come out and show your support as we cheer on our seniors and celebrate this special milestone in their volleyball journey. Let’s pack the Dome and make it a night to remember!
Seniors:
Mattyx Cureton
Vada Watkins
Emma Clair Pruett
McKenna Craig
Macy Milner
Bailey Parker







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

Today, Westside Consolidated School District held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Westside High School addition. This exciting project marks an important step forward in continuing to provide our students with the best opportunities and facilities for learning and growth.
In attendance were:
Superintendent Chris George, who shared remarks about the vision for this addition
Representatives from Tate Construction
Former Superintendent Scott Gauntt
School Board Members: Sam Hiser, Myca Ferguson, Shannon Davis, Josh Cureton, and Jeffrey Tubbs
Richard Blair, Facilities Director and Mike Simmons, Facilities/Maintenance
Mark Whitmire, Dean of Students/Athletic Director and Ryan Tolbert, Security Director
Bono Mayor Dan Shaw, Cash Mayor Michael Cureton, and Egypt Mayor James Upton
Student Council members, proudly representing the WHS student body
Our district proudly serves the communities of Bono, Cash, and Egypt, and it was a special moment to see leaders from each town, along with our staff and students, come together in support of this project.
We are grateful to everyone who joined us today to celebrate the beginning of this exciting new chapter for Westside High School and our Warrior family. Stay tuned for updates as construction moves forward! ❤️🤍
In attendance were:
Superintendent Chris George, who shared remarks about the vision for this addition
Representatives from Tate Construction
Former Superintendent Scott Gauntt
School Board Members: Sam Hiser, Myca Ferguson, Shannon Davis, Josh Cureton, and Jeffrey Tubbs
Richard Blair, Facilities Director and Mike Simmons, Facilities/Maintenance
Mark Whitmire, Dean of Students/Athletic Director and Ryan Tolbert, Security Director
Bono Mayor Dan Shaw, Cash Mayor Michael Cureton, and Egypt Mayor James Upton
Student Council members, proudly representing the WHS student body
Our district proudly serves the communities of Bono, Cash, and Egypt, and it was a special moment to see leaders from each town, along with our staff and students, come together in support of this project.
We are grateful to everyone who joined us today to celebrate the beginning of this exciting new chapter for Westside High School and our Warrior family. Stay tuned for updates as construction moves forward! ❤️🤍

💗🏐 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


We are so proud to announce the launch of our newly founded Women’s Health Club at Westside High School! This group is all about empowering, encouraging, and supporting young women as they grow in confidence, health, and leadership.
Senior Aniyah Gates recognized the need and took the initiative to begin the organization. We are beyond proud of Aniyah and these amazing ladies for stepping up and being part of something that will make a difference in our school community.


Westside High school employees of the month for September.
Licensed Employee- Melissa Cureton
Classified Employee- Samantha Bryant



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


Today, the Westside Warrior Marching Band attended the 2nd Annual Gosnell Pirate Invitational!
They came away with several awards, including:
In class 2A
- 3rd place colorguard
- 1st place percussion
- 1st place in class 2A
The Warrior Marching Band also placed 1st overall and are GRAND CHAMPIONS!



Travel Club will have a parent meeting in the WHS Library at 6 P.M. on Tuesday, September 30, to discuss fall and spring trips.

🙌🙌❤️🤍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!❤️🤍