Fort Smith Public Schools

Earlier today, a contractor's tent blew into some power lines causing a power outage at Northside High School. This event prompted the early release of students from a camp taking place at Mayo Thompson Stadium. All students and staff are safe, and no injuries were reported.

The incident also resulted in a power outage affecting the surrounding area. Crews are on site working to restore service.

We appreciate the cooperation of our students and staff and thank the crews working to resolve this issue.

Did you know? While Fort Smith Public Schools celebrated 150 years this year, five of our schools also reached major milestone anniversaries of their own!

🏫 Ballman Elementary, 75 Years
🏫 Sunnymede Elementary, 75 Years
🏫 Cook Elementary, 50 Years
🏫 Morrison Elementary, 50 Years
🏫 Woods Elementary, 50 Years

Here's to decades of learning, growth, and memories, and to the generations of students, staff, and families who helped shape these school communities! 💙

Congratulations to Stephanie Beasley on being named the Arkansas School Nurse of the Year by the Arkansas School Nurse Association!

This prestigious recognition reflects Stephanie’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to the health and well-being of our students and staff each day. Her impact extends far beyond the nurse’s office, helping create a safe and supportive environment where students can learn, grow, and succeed. We are so proud!💙

Starting July 1, 2026, Fort Smith Public Schools will transition to a fully digital ticketing system for all athletics and activity events.

Fans can purchase tickets in advance through GoFan or at the gate using convenient point-of-sale systems. A QR code will also be available at event entrances for quick mobile purchases.

🎟 Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, regular-season athletics event admission will be $6 per person ($5 ticket + $1 service fee).

✅ Senior residents (60+) of Fort Smith and Barling will continue to receive free admission passes with proof of residency.

📱 New this year: All-season passes will be available for purchase online and issued as mobile passes—no trip to the athletics office required!

➡️ Reminder: All FSPS staff get in free with their badge.

This transition will provide a faster, more secure, and more convenient experience for our students, families, and fans. Additional details regarding season passes and event access will be shared later this summer.

Members of the Northside Grizzly Guard, Southside Maverick Guard, and Northside Drum Majors spent the week at Frontlines Color Guard & Drum Major Camp, where they dedicated long days to learning technique, choreography, leadership skills, and receiving individualized feedback to grow as performers and leaders.

The camaraderie between Northside and Southside students was inspiring, with new friendships formed and both schools proudly representing FSPS throughout the week.

Their hard work paid off with an impressive list of honors, including:

🏆 Superior Rating for their combined home routine to Pink
🏆 Grand Champions – Color Guard Routine
🏆 Grand Champions – Drum Major Routine
⭐ Multiple Camp All-Star and Honor Roll recognitions

Most importantly, these students demonstrated grit, passion, leadership, and heart every single day. We are incredibly proud of how they represented their schools and our district!

We do-nut know what we would do without our incredible teachers, staff, students, families, and community partners! Happy National Donut Day from Fort Smith Public Schools!🍩💙

Earlier this spring, students in Ms. Peters’ second grade class partnered with the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) and the ACHE Research Institute Health & Wellness Center for a one-of-a-kind project.

Using the students’ artwork and descriptions as their guide, ACHE students carefully sculpted each monster out of clay, bringing every unique creation to life. When they returned to Carnall for the big reveal, the room was filled with excitement, surprise, and smiles as students met their monsters face-to-face for the very first time. This special collaboration highlights the power of creativity, community, and connection while creating lasting memories for both our students and future healthcare professionals. Thank you to ACHE for helping make these monsters come alive!

Fort Smith Public Schools is now accepting applications for Hourly Student Summer Worker positions in our Facilities Department. This is a great opportunity for students to gain valuable work experience while supporting our schools and community!

Position Highlights:

✔️ Must be a current FSPS student in good standing
✔️ Must be at least 16 years old
✔️ Work Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Interested students can view the full job description and apply online at:
➡️https://fortsmithschools.schoolspring.com/

Need help enrolling your new student for the 2026–2027 school year? The Student Services Office is here to assist! Stop by between June 2 and July 16, Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for enrollment support.

Walk-ins are welcome, or you can schedule an appointment at: https://calendly.com/fsps-enrollment

Congratulations to our 2026 Partners in Education (PIE) award recipients! Each year, Fort Smith Public Schools recognizes the outstanding individuals and organizations who go above and beyond to support our students. These honorees represent the true impact of community partnership, service, and dedication to student success. Read more at https://bit.ly/2026pieawards