Beebe School District

Last week, all five of our schools and the district were presented with their Purple Star banners. This designation is awarded to schools and districts who go above and beyond for military families! Thank you to all who made these awards possible. #BPRD

Good afternoon Badger community, As of 3:00 p.m. this afternoon, the temperature remains only slightly above freezing. The expected low tonight is in the low 20s, and any melted ice from this afternoon is likely to refreeze overnight. Add to that the chance of freezing precipitation on Thursday morning. While our main roads are mostly clear, the challenge lies in the side streets, rural roads, and neighborhoods that remain largely covered in snow and ice. Our bus routes cover over 1,500 miles each day on these roads. We also need to think about the approximately 1,500 students who walk to bus stops and the fact that our teenage students would be driving in potentially hazardous road conditions. Taking all of these factors into account, our district will be closed on Thursday, January 18th. I am eager to resume our normal schedule, and I am sure you are, as well. However, staff and student safety must remain our top priority. It is our hope that temperatures will rise significantly above freezing on Thursday and that there will be no additional winter precipitation. The icepack on side streets and rural roads will take time to disappear, especially those shaded by trees and lacking direct sunshine. We will hope for the best but be prepared for the possibility of closure or delay on Friday. Thank you for your understanding. Please continue to stay safe, and I look forward to seeing you all soon. Chris Nail Superintendent Buenas tardes comunidad Badger, A partir de las 15:00 horas. Esta tarde, la temperatura se mantiene sólo ligeramente por encima del punto de congelación. El mínimo esperado para esta noche está en los 20 grados, y es probable que el hielo derretido de esta tarde se vuelva a congelar durante la noche. A esto se suma la posibilidad de precipitaciones heladas el jueves por la mañana. Si bien nuestras carreteras principales están en su mayoría despejadas, el desafío radica en las calles laterales, los caminos rurales y los vecindarios que permanecen en gran parte cubiertos de nieve y hielo. Nuestras rutas de autobús cubren más de 1,500 millas cada día en estas carreteras. También debemos pensar en los aproximadamente 1,500 estudiantes que caminan hasta las paradas de autobús y el hecho de que nuestros estudiantes adolescentes conducirían en condiciones viales potencialmente peligrosas. Teniendo en cuenta todos estos factores, nuestro distrito estará cerrado el jueves 18 de enero. A partir de ahora, eso significa que el día de recuperación será el martes 28 de mayo. Estoy ansioso por reanudar nuestro horario normal y estoy seguro de que usted también lo está. Sin embargo, la seguridad del personal y de los estudiantes debe seguir siendo nuestra principal prioridad. Esperamos que el jueves las temperaturas aumenten significativamente por encima del punto de congelación y que no haya precipitaciones invernales adicionales. La capa de hielo en las calles laterales y caminos rurales tardará en desaparecer, especialmente en aquellas a la sombra de los árboles y sin luz solar directa. Esperaremos lo mejor, pero estemos preparados para la posibilidad de cierre o retraso el viernes. Gracias por su comprensión. Continúen manteniéndose a salvo y espero verlos a todos pronto. Chris Nail Superintendente

A big congratulations to our Beebe Elementary students who were recognized at the January Board Meeting! Pictured, left to right: Mr. Rob Rollins, Abel Embrey (4th Grade, Tied for High Score on ACT Aspire Literacy), Ryan Farmer (4th Grade, Tied for High Score on ACT Aspire Literacy), Marek Kukielka (4th Grade, High Score on ACT Aspire Math), Atlas Stone (3rd Grade, High Score on NWEA Literacy & Math), Mr. Chris McElmurry You may view a full review of the January Board Meeting at bit.ly/jan24boereview. #BPRD

The following schedule changes have been made for Badger athletic events that were scheduled for today. If any more changes or updates are made, we will let you know ASAP. #BPRD - SH Basketball @ Sylvan Hills - 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝐭𝐡, 𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦 - 8th/9th Grade Basketball vs. Greenbrier - 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟑𝐫𝐝, 𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟒:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 - 7th Grade Basketball @ Greenbrier - 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟑𝐫𝐝, 𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟒:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 - Badger Wrestling Home Match 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝

Welcome to Ms. Diane Stockman, our newest Beebe Elementary staff member! #BPRD

Due to continued hazardous road conditions, there will be NO SCHOOL on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2024. This day will be made up on Monday, February 19, 2024. Thank you and stay safe! #BPRD

Congratulations to our December 2023 Beebe High School graduates! These students worked hard to finish early and were able to receive their diplomas at the January Board Meeting. Pictured, left to right: Mr. Tirrell Brown, Mrs. Shelby Ruesewald, Mrs. Martha Farmer, Jace Ziegenhagen, Christopher Saldana, Aaliyah Nelson, Mrs. Andrea Embrey You may view a full list of all 12 December graduates at bit.ly/dec23bhsgrads. #BPRD

Due to inclement weather, there will be NO SCHOOL on TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2024. Remember, we no longer have "AMI" days so this will be a true "Snow Day"! ❄️ This day will be made up on Friday, February 16, 2024. Thank you and stay safe! #BPRD

Mrs. Sims' and Mrs. Schoonover’s 9th grade English classes delved into their Holocaust Unit with a two-day exploration at BHS Main Library! Engaging in a Pre-Reading Scavenger Hunt, students honed collaborative skills and utilized a diverse range of research techniques during this introductory activity. #BPRD

There will be a District Wellness Committee Meeting next Thursday, January 18th at 2 pm in the High School North Cafeteria. This meeting is open to the public! #BPRD

Due to the potential for flooding this afternoon, parents will need to be aware of road conditions in your area if your student is a bus rider. It is possible that flood routes will be necessary in certain locations. If your road has potential flooding, please refer to the following flood routes and be prepared to pick your student(s) up at their designated pick up point. Thank you for your understanding. Flood Routes: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/133187/Flood_Routes_2017-2018.pdf

Parents and Staff - We need your help! The district is seeking feedback to gauge interest in a school start date earlier than August 19, 2024. This would allow the district to consider calendar options with an end date before Memorial Day in May 2025. In order to even consider this option, we need community and staff feedback expressing interest in the earlier start date. This is NOT a vote in support of the early start calendar nor is it the final school calendar. This is simply a step in the district obtaining a waiver to be able to consider the earlier start date. The survey will remain open through next Friday, January 19th. Early Start Date Interest Survey: https://forms.gle/MHhgFgpF8Pkp8VBp6 Thank you for the feedback!

With the potential for winter weather coming in this weekend, we want to ensure all stakeholders are informed of procedures in the event of inclement weather. According to the current forecast, there is a chance of snow on Sunday, January 14th, and Monday, January 15th. As a reminder, there will be no school on Monday, January 15th, due to the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr Day. In the event of accumulation, no decision regarding school on Tuesday, January 16th, will be made until Monday, January 15th at the earliest. Along with monitoring the condition of roads, we will also need to check heaters and water systems to ensure everything is in proper working order when we return to school. Additionally, if there is any accumulation, we will need to de-ice the campus. All school closures will be communicated via call, text message, social media, district app, and local news media outlets (Channels 4, 7, 11, and 16). Please remember that we do NOT have an Alternate Method of Instruction (AMI) this year. Therefore, any days missed due to inclement weather will need to be made up. Our current scheduled make up days are Friday, February 16th and Monday, February 19th. Any further inclement weather days would have to be made up after the last day of school (Friday, May 24th.) The SAFETY of our students and staff remains the top priority in the district's decisions on whether to operate schools or not. We will make every effort to keep our school community informed, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these unpredictable weather conditions. Thank you for your support! #BPRD

We now have a new way for you to submit documentation for your students’ absences from school! While maintaining good attendance is crucial, we understand that absences are sometimes unavoidable. When your student must miss due to an approved excused absence, you may submit documentation (i.e. doctor’s notes) via the following Google Form. If submitting from your phone, simply take a photo of the document and upload it into the form. You also have the option to scan the document and upload it via computer. Please read and be aware of your school’s handbook policy on attendance and what constitutes an excused absence (linked below). We hope this will help streamline our absence documentation process and provide an easier way for you to submit paperwork without having to come to the school. Thank you for your cooperation! Excused Absence Documentation Form: bit.ly/bsdabsences K-6 Attendance Policy: bit.ly/3HfYgxz 7-12 Attendance Policy: bit.ly/3RWgQQl

📢 Be sure to join us at the upcoming Beebe School District Job Fair! 📅 Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2024 🕘 Times: 9:00 am OR 1:00 pm 📍 Location: Beebe Schools Auditorium (Located on Badger Drive) 📝 Sign Up: https://forms.gle/vv56X3JVJ4LNzoXS6 Explore exciting career opportunities in education and make a difference. Don't miss your chance to be part of our dedicated team! #BPRD 🍎📚

Reminder - No School next Monday, 1/15, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day! #BPRD

A special thank you goes out to Centennial Bank for providing lunch to our administrator team during today's PLC training! We truly appreciate your ongoing support and generosity! #BPRD

Today, on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who serve and protect our community and schools! Your dedication and sacrifice do not go unnoticed. Thank you for keeping us safe! 🚓🌟 #BPRD

We have some bright shining stars at Beebe Early Childhood! Today's featured student is Levi Sutterfield, nominated by Mrs. Jennifer Curtis for his infectious smile and loyal friendship. Way to go Levi - we are proud you are a Badger! #BPRD

We want to send a big shout out to Ms. Olivia Mills, 1st grade, for being named Military Kid of the Month by the Arkansas Council for Military Children! Her father, Sergeant First Class Sean Mills, just returned from deployment, and she was so brave and strong during his absence. Moreover, she is very smart and a complete joy in the classroom. Way to go Olivia! #BPRD