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The Bryant School District will present the Annual Report to the Public during a special board meeting on Monday, October 3 at 6pm. The meeting will be held in the Professional Development Center, located on the Bryant High School Campus, Building 18 (next to the baseball field). Our Annual Report to the Public, presented in video format, updates patrons on the progress made during the 2021-22 school year and highlights student and staff achievements. Along with academic progress, the report provides information on district finances, student enrollment and demographics, teacher quality, and high school scores. Parents and other members of the community are invited. If you are not able to attend, the Annual Report video and document will be shared following the meeting.

Our #GoGold campaign provided a total of $2,126.91 for Arkansas Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Child Life Department to support children with cancer and their families. Hornets, thank you for your generous donations and support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!

The Hornet Hour podcast launches today! The first episode focuses on school safety with Superintendent Karen Walters. Bryant’s Teacher of the Year, Amber Leaton, talks about her experience as a semifinalist for Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Join host Dr. Alex Berry and listen on your favorite podcast platform: https://youtu.be/SoesZe6rchE   https://anchor.fm/hornet-hour   https://open.spotify.com/show/4laKxZBNB1ZZPBLlOFCx5j

It’s almost time to #GoGold! All Hornets are asked to wear gold on Friday, September 23 to bring awareness to childhood cancer. Share photos with the hashtag #HornetsGoGold. We are also asking students to donate $1 and staff to donate $2. All donations will be given to Arkansas Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Child Life Department to support children with cancer and their families. Thank you to Hill Farm teacher Tara Begoon and her son Easton, a 7th grade student at Bryant Middle School, for sharing their childhood cancer journey. https://youtu.be/zdcvgj5leD4

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools will post a School Board Recap. We hope this short summary will provide our parents and community members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings.  See below for links to the the September 2022 meeting recap: English: https://5il.co/1i8bn Spanish: https://5il.co/1i8bm

Introducing our first "Did You Know?" video, a new series on education related topics. Learn how completing a Free & Reduced Meal application helps our families and our district! English: https://youtu.be/OnGqfGZOlE0 Spanish: https://youtu.be/aZgxAlNR9T8

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to bring attention to pediatric cancer, the leading cause of death by disease for children under the age of 14. The color gold and the gold ribbon are symbols of support for children affected with cancer. All Hornets are asked to #GoGold on Friday, September 23 to show your support. Wear gold clothing/accessories or wear a gold ribbon. We are asking students to donate $1 and staff to donate $2. All donations will be given to Arkansas Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Child Life Department to support children with cancer and their families.

Parents as Teachers (PAT) is hosting a meet-and-greet on Tuesday, September 20, 6pm, at Bryant Elementary School. Learn more about the FREE program and services provided for children ages birth - five (not kindergarten eligible.) 

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools will post a School Board Recap. We hope this short summary will provide our parents and community members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings.  Links to the the August 2022 meeting recap: English: https://5il.co/1gqtk Spanish: https://5il.co/1gqtj

Join us tonight for the biggest Salt Bowl community pep rally ever! Everett Buick GMC has big plans to make it unforgettable, so don't miss it. Come out starting at 6pm for vendors, food and music. Bring the crowd, the noise, and the fun to show your Hornet spirit. 📣🥁🏉

Buses may run behind the first week of school. We have many new drivers and riders, so delays should be expected in the afternoons. All students will be dropped off safely, but it may be a later time than anticipated. Bus drop off times will continue to improve as we move past the first week. Thank you for your patience as we work to transport over 4,500 students to school and home each day. We hope your Hornets had a great first day of school!

Join us on Tuesday at 6:30pm to yell, scream, and cheer our Hornets on to another Salt Bowl victory! #SaltOnTheRock #SaltBowl2022

Bus routes and bus stop times are now available in infoFinder i. Locate infoFinder i through the Bryant Public Schools app or at bryantschools.org/page/transportation. Select Bus Routes. Our Transportation team members will be available at open houses this week to answer your questions. Call the Transportation Office at 653-5150 for assistance or additional information.

Parents, all students DO NOT eat free this year. You must complete a free and reduced lunch application to qualify. It’s quick and easy to complete online ⇒ https://bit.ly/FR22Bryant. 
Parents who complete applications from JULY 1 - SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 are eligible for a random prize drawing for a $100 gas card.

TAX FREE WEEKEND: Arkansas will hold its annual sales tax holiday beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday August 6 and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday August 7. Details ⇉ bryantschools.org/page/sales-tax-holiday

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools will post a School Board Recap. We hope this short summary will provide our parents and community members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings. See below for links to the the July 2022 meeting recap: English: https://5il.co/1ezef Spanish: https://5il.co/1ezeg

Bryant Public Schools will host a food distribution TODAY (Tuesday, July 26), 4:00-5:00pm, behind Bryant Elementary. Families must have a student currently approved for free or reduced meals in the Bryant School District to qualify. Register ⇉ https://bit.ly/FoodBoxRegistration.

Bryant Public Schools will host a food distribution TODAY (Tuesday, July 19), 4:00-5:00pm, behind Bryant Elementary. Families must have a student currently approved for free or reduced meals in the Bryant School District to qualify. Register ⇉ https://bit.ly/FoodBox

We are now accepting Free or Reduced Price Meal applications for the 2022-2023 school year. The application is available online at bryantschools.org/page/food-service; only one application is needed per household. It's an easy and secure way to apply for your children to receive free or reduced-price school meals. Complete your application today!

School supply lists are now available for grades K-5. Supply Lists ➜ ➜ ➜ https://www.bryantschools.org/page/supply-lists